Botswana: Legacy in Music Billed for May 30

Afro jazz icon Shanti Lo is marking 25 years in the music industry with a Legacy in Music event billed for May 30. Read more »

Botswana: Botswana Advances Discussions On Labour Reform

Botswana has taken another step toward strengthening labour rights and workplace protection through a high-level technical workshop focused on the ratification of key international… Read more »

Botswana: Botswana Ready for Continental Showpiece

The year 2028 will see Africa's elite stars converging in Botswana for the 25th African Senior Athletics Championships 2028. Read more »

Botswana: Botswana Moves to Tighten Financial Sanctions Regime

Botswana is undertaking a decisive reset of its financial integrity systems, as weaknesses in anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing frameworks threaten both the… Read more »

Botswana: Botswana South Africa to Deepen Cooperation

President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa is scheduled to visit Botswana at the invitation of President Advocate Duma Boko for a two-day State Visit from May 20-21 aimed at… Read more »

Botswana: How Festus Mogaes Economics Policy Shaped Botswana's Development Legacy

Introduction A story is told of a UB First-year Economics student who tried unsuccessfully to explain to his mother the course he was doing. Exasperated, one day he retorted: 'Ke… Read more »

Botswana: The Cautious Economist

The late former president Mr Festus Mogae was a conservative economist who did not believe in being adventurous in business activities. Even after leaving government, everything he… Read more »

Botswana: Public Pays Last Respects as Mogae Lies in State

Braving the early morning winter frosty conditions, hundreds of Batswana on Wednesday morning lined up at Parliament Building to pay their last respects to the country's former… Read more »

Botswana: Festus Mogae Pragmatic Patriot and Global Statesman

As an economist, politician, and, perhaps most instrumentally, in his temperament, the late Festus Gontebanye Mogae was an old-school liberal. Read more »

Botswana: The Witty and Humorous Mogae

While he embodied decorum through humble and measured language in public statements, dignity reflecting the stature of his role, professionalism and composure during difficult… Read more »

Botswana: Mogae Was a Rare Find

A great light has gone out in Botswana and the nation's response to the demise of former Statesman Dr Festus Mogae is a massive outpouring of collective grief, profound respect as… Read more »

Botswana: Unbending Mogae Rule of Law

Former president, Dr Festus Mogae, who passed away last Friday, was a man who bent for no one: not international outcry, not public sympathy, nor political pressure. The… Read more »

Botswana: Lefesto Newsboy Cap Look

While many will remember former president Dr Festus Mogae for his economic reforms and his legacy in the fight against HIV/AIDS, others will forever cherish memories of his stylish… Read more »

Botswana: Nation Signs Mogae Condolence Book

Members of the Diplomatic Corp and the public visited Parliament Buildings to sign the Condolence Book in honour of the late Former President Dr Festus Mogae. Read more »

Botswana: Botswana Ready to Host Athletics Championships

Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) has confirmed that Botswana will host the 25th African Senior Athletics Championships in 2028, marking a historic first for the country. Read more »

Botswana: Ndaba Leads Nation in Mourning

Acting President Ndaba Gaolathe was among the first senior leaders to sign the book of condolences for former President Dr Festus Mogae at Parliament on Tuesday, as the nation… Read more »

Botswana: Public Expectations for Parliament High

Public expectations are high for Parliament and other government institutions to deliver the change voters demanded at the polls, National Assembly Speaker, Mr Dithapelo… Read more »

Botswana: Botswana Enhances Trade Ties With Rwanda

President Advocate Duma Boko has reaffirmed Botswana's commitment to nurture economic diplomacy with Rwanda as a vital pillar to achieve sustainable economic growth. Read more »

Botswana: Global Praise Pours in for Botswana

A wave of admiration and celebration has continued to pour in from across the globe following Botswana's successful hosting of the Debswana World Athletics Relays Gaborone 26 held… Read more »

Botswana: Countries Forge Diplomatic Relations

Botswana and Rwanda Bilateral Cooperation has grown exponentially by scale and scope since establishing diplomatic relations in 2004. Read more »

Botswana: BITC Seals Local Investment Pact

The MoU will primarily focus on identifying district level investment opportunities and unlock their potential for the benefit of communities across Botswana. Read more »

Botswana: Bo Jackson Unlocks Opportunities for Batswana Through Digital Platforms

A local digital marketer and branding specialist, Boago Jackson, alias Bo-Jackson on social media, is making a name for himself by connecting Batswana to life-changing… Read more »

Botswana: Foot and Mouth Disease Crisis Threatens Livelihoods

Botswana is currently battling a serious outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) that has spread across several parts of the country, placing pressure on the economy and… Read more »

Botswana: All Eyes On Botswana Relay Teams in Finals

History was made on home soil as Botswana men's 4x100m relay team booked a place in the Debswana World Athletics Relays finals for the first time ever. Read more »

Botswana: Botswana Takes Gold

After a baton scare on May 2 at the Debswana World Athletics Relays Gaborone 26, Botswana men's 4x400m relay team has made a bold statement of dominance of the event by adding the… Read more »