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Makgekgenene dismisses forced exit claims

Botlhale Makgekgenene has dismissed speculation that she was pushed out as the Director-General of the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime (DCEC).

Spira Tlhankane,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe 18 September 2026

Makgekgenene PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOM

Botswana repatriates abandoned infant from Russia

A Botswana infant who was abandoned at a hospital in Moscow shortly after birth has been safely repatriated following a joint effort involving local authorities and Russian counterparts.

staff writer | 22 September 2026

Police warn motorists as cyclist, pedestrian accidents rise

Pini Bothoko | 22 September 2026

Five arrested with P141k in Palapye

Pini Bothoko | 22 September 2026

Tsolamosese man dies after allegedly falling into open pit

Pini Bothoko | 22 September 2026

Porridge fight lands brother in hospital

Pini Bothoko | 22 September 2026

Botswana climate reporting gets boost as two join MESHA fellowship

staff writer | 21 September 2026

Dipate’s busy court not getting any quieter

Spira Tlhankane | 18 September 2026

Makgekgenene dismisses forced exit claims

Botlhale Makgekgenene has dismissed speculation that she was pushed out as the Director-General of the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime (DCEC).

Balopi at Broadhurst Regional Magistrates Court. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Seven fraud counts haunt Balopi

Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) president Mpho Balopi has found himself on the wrong side of the law after being slapped with seven counts of fraud and money laundering alongside his seven co-accused persons before Regional Magistrate Mareledi Dipate.

Botswana- U.S health milestone celebrated

Botswana has expressed deep appreciation to the United States of America (USA) for being a valued and trusted partner in building stronger local public health institutions through supply chain systems strengthening.

The Duma Boko primary school donation debate

Dr Dada donated a clinic. ZCC donated a clinic in Mmopane. China has contributed to the development of schools, including schools in Mmopane and Serowe Newtown.

FMD crisis turns political

The Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) crisis has entered a new and increasingly political phase, with opposition Botswana Congress Party (BCP) accusing the government of losing grip on the outbreak. On the other side, farmers across affected areas continue to raise questions over livestock destruction, movement restrictions, and the mounting economic cost of the disease.

Blue and black: This year's Independence Day celebrations also mark the decades of diamond excellence

‘Kanreki’: 60 and still being young

For two days every year, we anticipate and then are reassured by a singular event. On 30 September - 1 October, the people of Botswana always direct their attention to celebrating the country’s independence, no matter what.

GU faced a hostile reception in Tanzania. PIC YOUNG AFRICANS

GU reveal Tanzania ordeal: Coach punched, players attacked

Gaborone United (GU) have revealed a disturbing account of their CAF Champions League trip to Tanzania, alleging that their coach was punched, a member of their advance party was assaulted and players were attacked by security personnel and supporters before their second-leg defeat to Young Africans.

Botswana’s athletes enter the big-money era

In much of Southern Africa, conversations about sportspersons’ earning power have traditionally centred on footballers who made the leap to Europe and began earning substantial amounts. Botswana was no different, with the spotlight largely on footballers who crossed the border into South Africa in pursuit of lucrative careers. But that narrative is changing, as a new generation of local athletes is beginning to command considerable financial and commercial value, observes Staff Writer MQONDISI DUBE

Pressing on: Gaolathe was in South Korea last week engaging investors on the BETP. He is due to headline the Botswana Day event at the London Stock Exchange later this month on the same theme PIC PHATSIMO KAPENG.

BETP turns in its six-month report card

Six months into the ten-year BETP, officials are noting positive momentum. Most eyes are on projects, but the early wins are in refined policies such as the introduction of simple basic accounts and an additional clearing window for payments through which P23bn flowed in just three months. MBONGENI MGUNI writes

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Botswana repatriates abandoned infant from Russia

Police warn motorists as cyclist, pedestrian accidents rise

Five arrested with P141k in Palapye

Tsolamosese man dies after allegedly falling into open pit

Porridge fight lands brother in hospital

Botswana climate reporting gets boost as two join MESHA fellowship

Dipate’s busy court not getting any quieter

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Makgekgenene dismisses forced exit claims

Seven fraud counts haunt Balopi

Botswana- U.S health milestone celebrated

The Duma Boko primary school donation debate

FMD crisis turns political

‘Kanreki’: 60 and still being young

GU reveal Tanzania ordeal: Coach punched, players attacked

Botswana’s athletes enter the big-money era

BETP turns in its six-month report card