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Tuesday, March 31, 2026

President Duma Boko has pushed through one of the most consequential legal reforms in Botswana’s recent history, with Parliament approving the Constitution (Amendment) Bill, 2025, despite clear and sustained public unease over its timing.

Staff Writer | 31 March 2026

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This is not reversal born of weakness- Salakae

As the government rescinded it’s decision to increase transport fares following a protest by the University of Botswana (UB) students, the Minister of Transport and Infrastructure (MIT) Noah Salakae said the resolution was not a sheer moment of weakness.

Larona Makhaiza | 01 April 2026

Batlokwa reject Tlokweng expansion plan

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 31 March 2026

Enough is enough – Kgosi Gaborone

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 31 March 2026

CoA dismisses Meswele convicts' appeal against 40-year imprisonment

Pini Bothoko | 31 March 2026

‘Insurance killer’ case leaves family in ruins

Innocent Selatlhwa | 31 March 2026

Serowe police probe Mogorosi tragedy

Pini Bothoko | 31 March 2026

Man found seriously injured by Letlhakane roadside

Pini Bothoko | 31 March 2026

Minister of Minerals and Energy Bogolo Kenewendo has revealed that Botswana has been offered 30% in the Angola oil refinery project.

Angola offers Botswana 30% in refinery project

Following President Duma Boko's visit to Angola last week, the Minister of Minerals and Energy Bogolo Kenewendo has revealed that Botswana has been offered 30% in the Angola oil refinery project.

Under pressure: Fuel price hikes will trigger a round of cost escalations elsewhere in the economy

Consumers brace for April shocks in fuel, electricity

The cost of fuel, electricity, and commuter fares is expected to rise from April 1, piling pressure on consumers who have endured two successive economic contractions marked by stagnant wages, weak employment opportunities, and a steady upward price trend.

Moremi Game Reserve reopening postponed due to flooded roads

The Ministry of Environment and Tourism, through the Department of Wildlife and National Parks (DWNP), has announced the postponement of the reopening of Moremi Game Reserve, which had initially been scheduled for March 27, 2026.

New directions: Letshego Group CEO, Reinette van der Merwe at the results briefing earlier PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Letshego whips loan book into shape

Despite posting a technical financial loss for the full year 2025, Letshego Africa Holdings has seen positive growth across various financial metrics, improving its core business compared to the prior year.

State opposes bail for alleged Ramotswa serial rapist

The State has moved to oppose a bail application appeal by accused Gomolemo Loeto, who is facing three counts of rape involving a minor before the Gaborone High Court.

Flagship: Masa Square is one of RDC Properties' landmark assets

RDC sheds P216m worth of properties to prop up balance sheet

Locally listed property giant, RDC Properties, has shed over P216 million worth of non-core assets in a portfolio clean-up exercise, as the property group moves to strengthen its balance sheet and reposition for a tighter economic environment.

About 42% of public officers ‘fail’ declaration of assets test

While the Ethics and Integrity Directorate (EID) has revealed expansion of the list of public officers required to declare their assets and liabilities, a large number remain non-compliant. Director General of EID Tiny Keseabetswe is not impressed with the compliance rate of 58.2%. At least 1672 public officers, including 13 Members of Parliament, are yet to declare their assets.

Cooler box murder accused no-show in court

Murder accused Tumelo Mogotsi, who is alleged to have brutally killed Oteng Magang over a cooler box in 2015 alongside co-accused Thabo Ntwayakgosi, failed to appear before the Gaborone High Court today, resulting in the trial being postponed.

BURS estimates VAT gap at 40%

Botswana's Value-Added Tax gap is estimated at approximately 40 percent, a number that means a significant portion of businesses that should be remitting the vital tax are not doing so, the acting BURS Commissioner General, Phodiso Valashia, has revealed.

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This is not reversal born of weakness- Salakae

Batlokwa reject Tlokweng expansion plan

Enough is enough – Kgosi Gaborone

CoA dismisses Meswele convicts' appeal against 40-year imprisonment

‘Insurance killer’ case leaves family in ruins

Serowe police probe Mogorosi tragedy

Man found seriously injured by Letlhakane roadside

Angola offers Botswana 30% in refinery project

Consumers brace for April shocks in fuel, electricity

Moremi Game Reserve reopening postponed due to flooded roads

Letshego whips loan book into shape

State opposes bail for alleged Ramotswa serial rapist

RDC sheds P216m worth of properties to prop up balance sheet

About 42% of public officers ‘fail’ declaration of assets test

Cooler box murder accused no-show in court

BURS estimates VAT gap at 40%