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Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Soldiers must never use military training at home – Boko

President Duma Boko has delivered a strong message to members of the Botswana Defence Force (BDF), urging them not to misuse their military training and weapons in personal disputes, particularly amidst growing public concern over Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and killings involving soldiers.

Pini Bothoko | 26 May 2026

Boko PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

We are ready to save Botswana - BCP

As the BCP prepares for its elective conference slated for July 18 through 21, party spokesperson Greg Kelebonye ponders some of the urgent questions the new leadership will have to deal with, as it will be preparing the party for the 2029 elections

staff writer | 29 May 2026

Gov't intensifies Ebola virus screening

correspondent | 28 May 2026

UDC rally sparks public backlash

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 26 May 2026

UDC promises progress amidst challenges

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 26 May 2026

BR fails to break even amidst operating losses

Mpho Mokwape | 26 May 2026

Mob justice turns deadly in Letlhakane

Pini Bothoko | 26 May 2026

Farmers lead fight against stock theft in Mahalapye

Pini Bothoko | 26 May 2026

BGI under fire over multi tenders awarded to one consultancy

An investigation by Mmegi has uncovered a series of eyebrow-raising alleged procurement irregularities at the Botswana Geoscience Institute (BGI), where a single consultancy firm has seen its contracts balloon from P6.7 million to over P20 million, allegedly bypassing tender processes and leaving a trail of questionable invoices and payment orders. The matter has allegedly been reported to the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime (DCE) for investigations.

Paying last respects: The First Family, President Boko and First Lady Kaone at Mogae funeral

Political fame costs family time

While political power may appear glamorous and rewarding, it often comes with painful sacrifices that many families silently endure. Although relatives usually support one family member’s decision to enter politics because it is part of democracy, the reality of political life eventually begins to take its toll at home.

Athlete Mokgethi tests positive for banned substance

Athlete Letlhogonolo Mokgethi has been suspended with immediate effect following a positive test to a banned substance.

Sour times: The High Court will hear the legal challenge next month

High Court showdown looms over Tongaat Hulett Botswana

The High Court in Gaborone will next month hear a case in which rival parties are seeking control of Tongaat Hulett Botswana (THB), the country’s leading sugar distributor and holder of the Blue Crystal Sukiri brand.

UDC rally sparks public backlash

What was meant to be a major political breakthrough for the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) in Selebi-Phikwe East, has instead triggered controversy and public backlash after remarks made by some speakers at a weekend rally angered many people.

Mob justice turns deadly in Letlhakane

Four men, aged 36, 42 and two others still at large, are in serious trouble with the law after allegedly fatally assaulting a 38-year-old man in Letlhakane.

Botswana, EU launch green value chain development programme

Government has launched a P125 million Green Value Chain Development Programme under the Botswana-European Union Financing Agreement, marking a significant step towards strengthening sustainable economic development and enhancing local value addition in key sectors.

BR fails to break even amidst operating losses

The Botswana Railways (BR) continues to face financial and operational challenges, including declining asset availability, maintenance backlogs and safety incidents, a Parliamentary hearing was told. BR caretaker, Okitanye Gaogane, said the state-owned railway company has been transporting around one million tonnes of freight annually, a figure he said remains below the level needed for the organisation to break even.

BPC warns of deeper losses if tariff prices are not increased

The Botswana Power Corporation (BPC) has warned Parliament that it cannot remain financially sustainable under the current electricity pricing regime, arguing that tariffs approved by regulators continue to fall far below the actual cost of supplying power.

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We are ready to save Botswana - BCP

Gov't intensifies Ebola virus screening

UDC rally sparks public backlash

UDC promises progress amidst challenges

BR fails to break even amidst operating losses

Mob justice turns deadly in Letlhakane

Farmers lead fight against stock theft in Mahalapye

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BGI under fire over multi tenders awarded to one consultancy

Political fame costs family time

Athlete Mokgethi tests positive for banned substance

High Court showdown looms over Tongaat Hulett Botswana

UDC rally sparks public backlash

Mob justice turns deadly in Letlhakane

Botswana, EU launch green value chain development programme

BR fails to break even amidst operating losses

BPC warns of deeper losses if tariff prices are not increased