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Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Daughter's ex in spotlight after fire guts family home

LOTLHAKANE EAST: The Basima family in Lotlhakane East is still reeling in shock, as well as counting losses after a two-bedroom house was burnt to the ground. The Basimas now suspect arson, specifically their daughter's ex-boyfriend, who has in the past been convicted of causing trouble at their home.

Innocent Selatlhwa | 20 January 2026

The Basimas now suspect arson.PIC.KENNEDY RAMOKONE

Mexicans drugs Dealers at Extension Court in Gaborone. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO . PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

More to be charged in 'Mexicans' case- State

As a case involving a group of six Mexican nationals linked to drug trafficking charges in Mozambique closed today for illegal entry into Botswana, the State has revealed that it is now intensifying its case against Nigerian, Uchema Njoku (53).

Larona Makhaiza | 22 January 2026

Judges, Courts must embrace AI-driven cases- CJ

Sharon Mathala | 22 January 2026

Daughter's ex in spotlight after fire guts family home

Innocent Selatlhwa | 20 January 2026

BERA sets date for BPC tariff hearing

Mbongeni Mguni | 21 January 2026

Boko pushes direct presidential vote

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 20 January 2026

Customary law not recognised in Constitution – Boko

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 20 January 2026

Pedestrian killed in road accident at Metsimotlhabe

Pini Bothoko | 20 January 2026

Decisions: Minerals and Energy minister, Bogolo Kenewendo, examines a natural diamond at a local cutting and polishing firm. Botswana wants a greater hold of the diamond pipeline PIC: MBONGENI MGUNI

De Beers or the copper century?

Are Botswana and De Beers truly meant for each other? The government's push to acquire a majority stake in De Beers from Anglo American suggests it believes they are. A long-shared history, however, can romanticize what is ultimately a financial decision that needs a clear-eyed assessment of price and risk.

Mzwinila is challenging the decision by the director of DPP, approaching the court seeking to interdict his assets PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Court temporarily halts Mzwinila assets seizure

The State, through the Office of the Receiver, has been temporarily halted from seizing assets of former Minister of Lands and Water Affairs, Dr. Kefentse Mzwinila.

More to be charged in 'Mexicans' case- State

DIS agent accused of incestuous rape defaults on legal fees

A case involving a Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS) logistics director accused of raping his biological daughter failed to proceed during a scheduled status update after his attorney stood him up for unpaid legal fees.

Robbery fugitive returns after 15 years on the run

Robbery convict Tshepo Mosala, who has been on the run for more than a decade, has finally been arrested and has been slapped with a fresh charge of escaping from lawful custody.

More to be charged in Moagi's corruption case

Heads are expected to roll in the corruption case against former Minister of Minerals and Energy Lefoko Moagi after the State revealed that more people will be charged.

Boko pushes direct presidential vote

President Duma Boko has reiterated his support for the direct election of the President, telling dikgosi that such a move would align Botswana’s democracy with the clearly expressed will of the people.

Sefalana warns shareholders of dip in profitability

Sefalana Group has warned its shareholders to prepare for a dip in profit before tax (PBT) in latest interim results, citing difficult trading conditions driven by a weakening domestic economy, high food inflation and rising cost of living pressures.

Botswana yet to set a national Safeguarding Policy

Botswana is racing against time to set up a national Safeguarding Policy as the countdown to hosting the World Athletics Relays continues.

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More to be charged in 'Mexicans' case- State

Judges, Courts must embrace AI-driven cases- CJ

Daughter's ex in spotlight after fire guts family home

BERA sets date for BPC tariff hearing

Boko pushes direct presidential vote

Customary law not recognised in Constitution – Boko

Pedestrian killed in road accident at Metsimotlhabe

De Beers or the copper century?

Court temporarily halts Mzwinila assets seizure

More to be charged in 'Mexicans' case- State

DIS agent accused of incestuous rape defaults on legal fees

Robbery fugitive returns after 15 years on the run

More to be charged in Moagi's corruption case

Boko pushes direct presidential vote

Sefalana warns shareholders of dip in profitability

Botswana yet to set a national Safeguarding Policy