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Supporting growth: The non-mining sector’s growth in the second quarter was helped by stable electricity supply. As diamonds attempt a recovery, non-mining activities need supportive utilities to play their part in resuscitating the economy PIC: MBONGENI MGUNI
Supporting growth: The non-mining sector’s growth in the second quarter was helped by stable electricity supply. As diamonds attempt a recovery, non-mining activities need supportive utilities to play their part in resuscitating the economy PIC: MBONGENI MGUNI
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Eventful year: Besides Tebogo’s Olympic victory, Botswana experienced a shift of political power in 2024

The year in numbers

2024 was by all means an unorthodox year with many memorable events. What better way to narrate the story of the year than through figures, because, as the old adage suggests, “numbers never lie”. Mmegi Staffer, TIMOTHY LEWANIKA, writes

Motube.PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

A chat with Motube, the retired longest-serving police spokesperson

Botswana Police Service (BPS) spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner, Dipheko Motube who has been the face of the service for decades has retired. Mmegi Staff Writer, PINI BOTHOKO had a chat with him to discuss his journey in policing, achievements, and plans after his retirement.

Khama’s return to the Kgotla is not just a personal triumph but also a victory for his supporters 
PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

2024: The year Khama came home, went to the Kgotla

Having left Botswana in December 2021, former president, Ian Khama has returned to his homeland.

The BDP suffered a historic defeat in the general elections, losing power to the UDC

The unprecedented fall of the BDP

As many people reflect on the year and revel in festive celebrations, key members of the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) have little cause for joy. Instead, they face the daunting task of regrouping and strategising for a comeback in 2029.

The BCP entered the recent 2024 election as the most prepared party PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

BCP 2024’s opposition of choice

No political party enters the election race to emerge as an opposition party. But for the Botswana Congress Party (BCP), Batswana decided at the polls to give them the role of the main opposition party for the next five years, Writes Mmegi Staffer SPIRA TLHANKANE

Supporting growth: The non-mining sector’s growth in the second quarter was helped by stable electricity supply. As diamonds attempt a recovery, non-mining activities need supportive utilities to play their part in resuscitating the economy PIC: MBONGENI MGUNI

Economy drifts into choppy waters... again

The economy this year entered familiar choppy waters with the prolonged downturn in diamonds weighing down growth and threatening the deepest contraction since COVID-19.

Boko Haram’s cattle rustling strategy

In Africa, transnational cattle rustling – the forceful theft of livestock for illicit commercial gain – is increasingly linked to organised criminal and terrorist groups. It is a source of illicit finance, a form of forced governance over local populations and a way to exert dominance.

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Stay safe this holiday season

However, amidst the happiness, it is crucial to remember that the holidays can also bring unforeseen challenges. From increased traffic and travel hazards to heightened risks of accidents and social unrest, the festive period demands heightened awareness and responsible behaviour.Traffic congestion and accidents are a common occurrence during the holidays. With increased travel, roads become busier, leading to a higher risk of collisions. Alcohol...

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