In an interview with Mmegi recently, the spy chief claimed that the DIS through its intelligence was able to pick that the BDP will lose power this time around. “To be honest, we had the intelligence. But change is a good thing. It’s healthy for...
The nation is still reeling in shock following a chilling incident that saw a speedy young man wielding a paper beating a cluster of security officers and landing at the genesis guard of honour inspected by President Boko to the chagrin of the nation...
Speaking during a press briefing yesterday, Ramogapi disclosed that his ministry will reduce water tariffs by 30% for households within the first 100 days in office. ‘’This reduction will benefit primarily households and not companies ensuring...
Ipelegeng supervisors currently earn P701 per month while labourers get P617 each. Monthly wages for the Ipelegeng were last increased by P50 in April 2023.In the build-up to the 2024 General Election, President Duma Boko promised to pay Ipelegeng...
On Saturday, several regional chairpersons convened in Palapye to deliberate on crucial party business. Following their discussion, they drafted a letter addressed to the party president, Mokgweetsi Masisi, which was officially submitted to him on...
The company, which provides Conference & Event Technology, was reportedly engaged during the inauguration to supply sound and audio equipment, a service they allege has not been paid despite numerous demands. In a letter of demand addressed to the...
It cannot be gainsaid that our democratic institutions have passed the stress test occasioned by such a change-over. A functioning constitutional democracy provides transparent and predictable processes, whose outcome is unpredictable but still...
He emphasised the necessity for the BDP to embrace youthful leadership in order to stay relevant and competitive. According to Masisi, the party’s long-standing dominance in Botswana’s political landscape, spanning 58 years, has contributed to...
Just yesterday, the party's secretary-general, Kavis Kario, submitted his resignation letter. Similarly, in recent weeks, members of the BDP Women's Wing have also stepped down.Meanwhile, calls have been growing from various quarters within...
The three judges panel, CoA President Tebogo Tau, Justices Baaitse Nkabinde, and Lakhvinder Singh Walia, say they are having a hard time comprehending the sentence because on all the counts Morupisi faced the High Court did not give any reasons for...
Over the weekend, Khama was welcomed back into his chieftaincy seat by multitudes of Bangwato who thronged both the Kgotla and the Serowe Sports Complex. However, Khama couldn't share the moment with his brothers, Tshekedi Khama and Anthony...
Popularly known as Stanchart, the country’s third largest bank is disposing of its Wealth and Retail Banking unit (WRB), which covers individual accounts, businesses and includes personal transactional accounts, loans and other services for...
As such, CEDA was as a result unsuccessful in their interim interdict and contempt of court orders application. The case between Tshwanelang and CEDA stems from accusations made by the whistle-blower that corruption was rife at the money lending...
This year, Limkokwing University celebrated a total of 388 graduates from various faculties, including Design and Technology, Architecture and Built Tourism, Tourism, Business, and Communication, Media, and Broadcasting.Speaking during the graduation...
He was addressing an audience at the BPP leadership forum held over the weekend at Bluetown Hall. In his address, he noted that they don't expect to gain additional constituencies in 2029 or the future, as they have already secured the majority...
No. 20 Police District Officer Commanding, Senior Superintendent, Meshack Pulenyane, confirmed that Marape was arrested on Friday and has since been arraigned for defilement before the Kasane Magistrate's Court on Tuesday. He stated that Marape...
People of all ages attended, including the elderly, middle-aged individuals, youth, and schoolchildren, all filled with a great sense of happiness. Though the meeting was scheduled for 10am, multitudes had already taken their seats at the kgotla long...
Speaking in Parliament recently, Gaolathe who also doubles as Finance minister, said at a national economic level the economy continues to operate smoothly supported by a stable macroeconomic and financial environment. "It is important to acknowledge...
Mohwasa addressed the media yesterday (Monday) to clarify the ministry's mandate following the rationalisation of government-aligned ministries and the responsibilities of their portfolios. The briefing also aimed to explain the relevance of the...
The plaintiff, who gave birth in May 2023 in Kgatleng District, has accused attending medical staff at one government health facility of negligence that resulted in her suffering. In the court documents reviewed by The Monitor, the woman's legal...
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