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Friday, May 22, 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.

Innocent Selatlhwa | 22 May 2026

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Prisoner shot whilst trying to escape at Phikwe prison

A prison officer allegedly shot and killed an inmate who was in custody for rape this afternoon after the inmate reportedly tried to escape from custody at around lunchtime.

Larona Makhaiza | 25 May 2026

Africa’s Golden Age: Celebrating a Continent of Champions

correspondent | 25 May 2026

Ntsima: Using politics as a vehicle to convalesce people’s lives

Ryder Gabathuse | 22 May 2026

CANAL+ Group Meets Premier Soccer League to Strengthen Relations with Local Football League

correspondent | 21 May 2026

The Ultimate Dramatic Climax: DStv Opens Access to the Historic Final Day of the Premier League for All Subscribers

correspondent | 21 May 2026

BGI under fire over multi tenders awarded to one consultancy

Innocent Selatlhwa | 22 May 2026

Political fame costs family time

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 22 May 2026

Palapye police probe rape of 11-year-old girl

Palapye police are investigating a case in which an 11-year-old girl was raped by her mother's male relative on Saturday night.

Creatives to honour Tshwenyego

Family, friends, colleagues and members of Botswana’s creative industry will tomorrow gather for the memorial service of the late Kgomotso Tshwenyego, whose contribution to the country’s entertainment sector has been widely recognised.

Seretse never backs down politically

Like her or loathe her, Tebelelo Seretse remains one of the most outspoken and fearless voices in Botswana politics. Over the years, the seasoned politician has built a reputation for speaking her mind without fear or favour, even when her views attracted criticism from both political allies and opponents. Writes Mmegi Staffer TSAONE BASIMANEBOTLHE

BDP divisions explode at Mogae's funeral

Wounds inside the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) appear far from healing despite repeated calls for forgiveness and unity from the party leadership. Instead of becoming a moment of reconciliation, the funeral of former president Festus Mogae over the weekend exposed deep cracks that continue to divide the former ruling party after losing power in the 2024 polls.

Botswana initially pursued a joint bid with Namibia. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

We wasted P60m on AFCON bid book – Khan

Arafat Khan, chairperson of the Standing Committee on Statutory bodies, has implored the Botswana National Sport Commission (BNSC) to avoid wastage of public funds when putting together the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations bid.

President Boko speaking at Mogae's funeral. PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Political rivals unite at Mogae’s burial

Former president Festus Mogae’s burial on Saturday proved that, despite political differences, party colours, and ideological battles, there are moments capable of bringing politicians together under one roof.

Kgafela to miss another 'ancestral' May 21 deadline

Bakgatla ba Kgafela, who have been harbouring hope that their Kgosikgolo, Kgafela Kgafela II, would be arriving home on May 21, 2026, have suffered a blow. With just a few days left before May 21, the only day Kgafela can return to Botswana, his assistant and current regent, Kgosi Bana Sekai, has said Kgafela will not return home this year or in 2027.

Kazungula man loses P134k to 'KYC' scammers

A 34-year-old man from Kazungula has been swindled out of P134,000 by fraudsters who masqueraded as bank employees, claiming to assist him with updating his Know Your Customer (KYC) details.

The Desert race will see thousands descend on the capital city during the weekend of June 19 to 21 for the second round of the Botswana Off Road Racing Championship (BORRC). PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Organisers promise improved safety as Desert Race returns to Gabs

The Sarona 1000 Desert Race is heading back to Gaborone with organisers promising tighter crowd control, improved safety and a return to the raw “Mantshwabisi” vibes that once made Botswana’s biggest off-road race legendary.

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Prisoner shot whilst trying to escape at Phikwe prison

Africa’s Golden Age: Celebrating a Continent of Champions

Ntsima: Using politics as a vehicle to convalesce people’s lives

CANAL+ Group Meets Premier Soccer League to Strengthen Relations with Local Football League

The Ultimate Dramatic Climax: DStv Opens Access to the Historic Final Day of the Premier League for All Subscribers

BGI under fire over multi tenders awarded to one consultancy

Political fame costs family time

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Palapye police probe rape of 11-year-old girl

Creatives to honour Tshwenyego

Seretse never backs down politically

BDP divisions explode at Mogae's funeral

We wasted P60m on AFCON bid book – Khan

Political rivals unite at Mogae’s burial

Kgafela to miss another 'ancestral' May 21 deadline

Kazungula man loses P134k to 'KYC' scammers

Organisers promise improved safety as Desert Race returns to Gabs