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Tuesday, October 27, 2026

Three Batswana injured, one captured, 15 missing in Russia–Ukraine war

International Relations Minister Phenyo Butale has confirmed that 15 Botswana citizens are missing, three have been injured and one is incarcerated in Ukraine.

Larona Makhaiza | 27 October 2026

Ukrainian service members fire a shell from a towed howitzer FH-70 at a front line, as Russia's attack on Ukraine continues, in Donbas Region, Ukraine July 18, 2022. REUTERS/Gleb Garanich

Ombudsman to assess human rights standards in prisons

The Office of the Ombudsman is set to conduct an assessment of Botswana Prison Service facilities to evaluate the service’s compliance with the rule of law and human rights standards.

Pini Bothoko | 27 October 2026

Lucara MD urges Botswana to invest in human capability

Pini Bothoko | 27 October 2026

Three Batswana injured, one captured, 15 missing in Russia–Ukraine war

Larona Makhaiza | 27 October 2026

Embrace UDC direct members, BNF faithfuls urged

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 27 October 2026

BNF leaders warn against indiscipline

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 27 October 2026

BNF bows to cadre deployment pressure

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 27 October 2026

Two die in road mishap between Kumaga, Rakops

Pini Bothoko | 27 October 2026

Boko’s ‘no social contract’ words haunt UDC post-Sefhophe

Botswana Congress Party’s (BCP) victory over the ruling Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) in the Sefhophe council by-election has brought President Duma Boko’s controversial remarks on election promises back into the spotlight.

I am unable not to get involved-Dow

Unity Dow, former High Court judge and Cabinet minister is now vice president of the Botswana Congress Party BCP). At 67, she talks about the cost of leadership, the barriers that keep women from the top and what it would take to change who gets to lead. She speaks to journalist and researcher MMAPULA MOLAPONG about power, politics, identity and a lifetime of stepping up

Hotel 4:30 wins three global luxury awards

Local hospitality player, Hotel 4:30, has won three prestigious international awards strengthening its position in the competitive industry and a motivation for the brand to excel.

BDP embraces opposition unity after defeat

Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) appears to be warming up to cooperation with other opposition parties after a string of disappointing by-election results, culminating in its latest defeat in Sefhophe.

Bantu Film Festival challenges Botswana to build real film economy

Running from October 20 to 24 under a theme that pushes local narratives onto the global stage, the festival has once again pulled filmmakers, officials and ordinary viewers into the same room.

BCP topples UDC in Sefhophe by-election

Opposition Botswana Congress Party (BCP) has defeated the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) in the Sefhophe council by-election, securing 800 votes against the latter’s 705 in a contest that could signal growing voter dissatisfaction with the ruling party.

National Business Conference (NBC) organised by Business Botswana. PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

Business Botswana’s NBC: A mind-blowing summit of economic renewal

At a highly attended National Business Conference (NBC) organised by Business Botswana (BB) from October 18 to 23, 2026, a wealth of innovative ideas and strategic insights were shared between the private sector represented by Botswana’s top companies, regional and international experts and the government.

Four die in Khoemacau mine head-on collision

Four men have died whilst nine others sustained injuries in a head-on collision between a 70-seater bus and a 16-seater combi inside Khoemacau Mine premises.

Left wondering: Nthaga. PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE

Nthaga refuses to back down as Tonota FC reign turns sour

Tonota FC arrived in the FNB Premiership with lofty ambitions, targeting the league crown at the first attempt.

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Ombudsman to assess human rights standards in prisons

Lucara MD urges Botswana to invest in human capability

Three Batswana injured, one captured, 15 missing in Russia–Ukraine war

Embrace UDC direct members, BNF faithfuls urged

BNF leaders warn against indiscipline

BNF bows to cadre deployment pressure

Two die in road mishap between Kumaga, Rakops

Boko’s ‘no social contract’ words haunt UDC post-Sefhophe

I am unable not to get involved-Dow

Hotel 4:30 wins three global luxury awards

BDP embraces opposition unity after defeat

Bantu Film Festival challenges Botswana to build real film economy

BCP topples UDC in Sefhophe by-election

Business Botswana’s NBC: A mind-blowing summit of economic renewal

Four die in Khoemacau mine head-on collision

Nthaga refuses to back down as Tonota FC reign turns sour