Determinants of old age disability in Botswana: an empirical investigation using generalized linear models

This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the multifactorial determinants of old-age disability in Botswana. The findings underscore the need for integrated, multisectoral strategies that go beyond healthcare access to include educational equity, age-friendly infrastructure, digital inclusion, and gender-sensitive social protection. Policies must address not only individual risk but also household and community conditions that jointly shape disability outcomes. These insights provide a critical roadmap for building age-inclusive societies as Botswana continues to age.