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Tuesday, March 10, 2026

BNF urged to prioritise cadre deployment

FRANCISTOWN: The Botswana National Front (BNF) regional chairperson for the Michael Mzwinila region, Dr. Kabelo Matshube, has urged the party leadership to prioritise cadre deployment to improve the welfare of its members.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 10 March 2026

Dr Kabelo Matshube also raised concerns about the centralisation of party operations in Gaborone. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

'Cruel maid' denied bail

Broadhurst Chief Magistrate, Nthabiseng Merafe-Olaotse has denied a 30-year-old maid, Boitumelo Nchimako bail determining that she is a flight risk.

Larona Makhaiza | 10 March 2026

Woman dies after crashing into UB wall

Pini Bothoko | 10 March 2026

Motorist dies at the wheel in Molepolole–Shoshong accident

Pini Bothoko | 10 March 2026

Boko warns defiant BNF members

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 10 March 2026

BNF urged to prioritise cadre deployment

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 10 March 2026

'We're going to deliver on obligations'

Larona Makhaiza,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 10 March 2026

Parly to strengthen laws to protect women, girls

Pini Bothoko | 10 March 2026

Capital central: The BoB raises debt for government every month through the auction of Treasury Bills and longer term bonds PIC: BANK OF BOTSWANA

The Bank of Botswana (BoB) raised P2.63 billion in an auction of treasury bills and bonds last week, narrowly beating its P2.6 billion debt target for the government, a rare feat given the generally tighter fundraising conditions.

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Calls grow for Botswana to address tourism entry gap

Botswana’s tourism model may need to evolve as industry observers point to a gap in the country’s visitor funnel, arguing that the absence of large scale resort developments could limit the number of first time tourists entering the market.

Shanti-Lo glitters after 25-year music stay

Celebrated Botswana artist Shanti-Lo is marking an impressive 25 years in the music industry, reflecting on a journey defined by resilience, faith and a passion that has carried him from local stages to international platforms, SHARON MATHALA caught up with the muso

Personal relations with Seretse force Ngakaagae out

After his former client, Bakang Seretse, was charged by the same organ he is now heading, the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Kgosietsile Ngakaagae, has recused himself from the case.

Not everyone at the BDP is forgiven – Khama

Former president and Kgosikgolo of Bangwato, Ian Khama, has clarified that while he has accepted an apology from the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), his forgiveness does not extend to everyone within the party, particularly those he accuses of harassment and persecution.

The cracks within the party can be traced back to the fiercely contested elective congress held last year PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

BNF unity to be tested in Francistown

As the Botswana National Front (BNF) heads into its much-anticipated leadership forum in Francistown this weekend, uncertainty surrounds the party’s internal cohesion.

Kedikilwe sounds alarm as cost of living bites hard

Concerns over Botswana’s rising cost of living took centre stage in Parliament this week, as Serowe West Member of Parliament, Onalepelo Kedikilwe, pressed the Minister of Finance on what government is doing to cushion struggling households.

Pupil feeding during breakfast.PIC PHATSIMO KAPENG

‘School feeding scheme will not be scrapped’

Fears that Botswana’s long-standing school feeding programme could be scrapped off due to strained government coffers have been allayed. Addressing Parliament this week, responsible ministers reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to continue and expand the scheme.

Keineetse Sebele: Custodian of Bakwena history

Keineetse Sebele was born into a family deeply rooted in the traditional leadership and governance of the Bakwena people. His father, Kenalekgosi, was the son of Kebohula, a brother to Kgosi Kealeboga Sechele II, who ruled the Bakwena from 1912 to 1918. As a younger brother to the Kgosi, Kebohula served at the kgotla as one of the chief's advisors.

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'Cruel maid' denied bail

Woman dies after crashing into UB wall

Motorist dies at the wheel in Molepolole–Shoshong accident

Boko warns defiant BNF members

BNF urged to prioritise cadre deployment

'We're going to deliver on obligations'

Parly to strengthen laws to protect women, girls

BoB raises P2.6bn for govt

Calls grow for Botswana to address tourism entry gap

Shanti-Lo glitters after 25-year music stay

Personal relations with Seretse force Ngakaagae out

Not everyone at the BDP is forgiven – Khama

BNF unity to be tested in Francistown

Kedikilwe sounds alarm as cost of living bites hard

‘School feeding scheme will not be scrapped’

Keineetse Sebele: Custodian of Bakwena history