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Serite explains his CEDA 'deals'

Following a barrage of attacks over his alleged involvement in corrupt practices at Citizen Entrepreneurial Development Agency (CEDA), former investigative journalist Sonny Serite has shared his side of the story.

Karakul sheep PIC: FACEBOOK

Masisi, Magosi implicated in controversial Karakul procurement

State funds amounting to a total of P45, 142,152.00 is said to have been secretly used to procure the controversial Karakul sheep using the Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS).

President Boko talking to Chief Justice Rannoane PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

A Sobering lapse in security – Presidential safety must be paramount

In a nation accustomed to peace and order, the scene at President Duma Boko’s inauguration was nothing short of alarming.

Duma Boko. PIC PHATSIMO KAPENG.

Boko puts his faith in women leaders

President Duma Boko has reiterated his unwavering trust in women's leadership capabilities by appointing a number of women as ministers in his cabinet.

CEDA Headquarters. PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

'CEDA has no right to sue for defamation'

The Citizen Entrepreneurial Development Agency (CEDA) has been accused of using the financial organ to stand for its agents, knowing well that it has no right to sue for defamation as a government-backed institution.

Saleshando challenged President Boko to deliver on their promises and not dare fail..PIC.KENNEDY RMAOKONE

You dare not fail: Saleshando challenges Boko

President of the Botswana Congress Party (BCP) Dumelang Saleshando has said as much as they are happy that the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) lost power, they will not let the ruling Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) get away with complacency.

Masisi has been accused of using State resources to purchase bulls from USA

‘State purchased bulls were for Masisi’s farm’

Former president Mokgweetsi Masisi has been accused of using State resources to purchase bulls from United States of America (USA) for personal interests while allegedly using a local businessman’s intellectual property.

Editor's Comment
Botswana at a critical juncture

While the political shift brings hope for change, it also places immense pressure on the new administration to deliver on its election promises in the face of serious economic challenges.On another level, newly appointed Finance Minister Ndaba Gaolathe’s grim assessment of the country’s finances adds urgency to the moment. The budget deficit, expected to be P8.7 billion, is now anticipated to be even higher due to underperforming diamond...

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