The members strongly oppose the decision to hold the party's congress next July, arguing that the proposed date is too far away. Instead, they are advocating for the congress to take place early next year to provide an opportunity for new members...
The University of Botswana (UB) political science lecturer, Dr Leonard Sesa, enunciated this week that the President represents the unity of the nation and is the embodiment of State continuity. Responding to Mmegi enquiries, the political scientist...
This came after the Member of Parliament (MP) for the Bobirwa constituency, Taolo Lucas, asked how the government plans to reform district councils to give them more autonomy and enable them to generate income for self-sustenance. Motshegwa explained...
Speaking in Parliament this week, the Minister of Higher Education, Prince Maele, revealed that the UDC promised in their manifesto to pay P2, 500 tertiary students allowances per month if the coalition wins the election. He was quick to highlight...
. Moswaane said this recently when addressing a meeting in Monarch location over the allegations that he was a corrupt leader and chose his friends as nominated councillors. Before the meeting, people took it to social media that they were unhappy...
The book delves into the life and vision of President Boko, highlighting his potential to lead a transformative change in Botswana and across Africa. It was published in Gaborone on November 8, 2024. The book has 188 pages and is divided into seven...
The accused in the matter Lovermore Sithole who is the boyfriend for Tlotso's motherAppearing before the High Court today, the state prosecutor, Milikane Tibonye shared that finally investigations have been wrapped up and they are ready to...
“This amount is for Joyce’s Funeral Parlour,” Moeti stated. “Due to the extended period the deceased spent in the mortuary, his body will not be available for public viewing. The government has assured us that it would cover the expenses....
The Court of Appeal (CoA) sitting of three judges on Friday imposed a stiffer penalty on Morupisi as they felt that his plea for a lenient sentence did not mean that the courts should look the other way. The ex-top civil servant is now set to endure...
Moakofi, who in 2021 was charged with a single count of corruption was last week acquitted and discharged by Magistrate Mareledi Dipate of Regional Magistrate’s Court on reasons that the State failed to prove its case against her. “The court...
A hefty document, the partnership agreement dated November 11, 2014 and signed by the Botswana Public Officers Pension Fund (BPOPF) and asset management firm, Capital Management Botswana (CMB), has landed Carter Morupisi, in turbulent times. The...
Commenting on the tree-planting event, Mr. Aswin Vaidyanathan, Senior Partner and Head of Assurance at Grant Thornton Botswana, stated, “Our commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles is rooted in our mission to drive...
The event attracted government officials from both countries and was organised by the Botswana-China Friendship Association (BOCFA), which was also celebrating its 15th anniversary. Speaking at the event the Ambassador of China to Botswana Fan Yong...
Serogola, who in the past administration enjoyed having a seat in the then-president Mokgweetsi Masisi’s court, was relegated to the stands on Saturday as he was denied a VVIP seat at the event. Having earned respect over the years, especially for...
Khama made the declaration when he assumed the chieftaincy seat here over the weekend at the Serowe Sports Complex marking his return after political tensions and self-imposed exile. He stated that it is now time to collaborate with the government to...
The camp is scheduled for December 7, 2024, at Mmokolodi. Haemophilia occurs when a person’s blood doesn't clot properly, causing bleeding to persist or fail to stop due to insufficient clotting factors. Addressing the media, the chairperson of...
BDP suffered a heavy defeat in the 2024 General Election which saw a regime shift to opposition party Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) after 58 years. This led to party leaders stepping down, citing reasons that they failed the former ruling...
According to the ministry, primarily says it aims to establish democratic and accountable local governance for communities, ensure the sustainable delivery of basic services, promote both social and economic development, and foster a safe and healthy...
Speaking at the commemoration of World AIDS Day in Tlokweng on Sunday, the VP explained that if left unattended, those issues would continue to make certain segments of the population vulnerable to HIV infections and defeat the country’s efforts to...
The incident occurred at around 2:30am, according to Mahalapye Central Police Station commander, Superintendent Meshack Ranku. "The victim said whilst walking home alone she met three men on the way who attacked her. She said one of them pulled her...
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