Botswana: Two Men in Court Over Fake Diamond Sale

Two men accused of selling three fake diamond stones at Cumberland Hotel in Lobatse on February 12 appeared before the Lobatse Magistrates Court on April 28. Read more »

Botswana: Parliament Enacts 17 Bills to Support Development Agenda

Government has marked a significant legislative milestone after passing 17 bills and three key national policies during the recently adjourned session of the 13th Parliament, a… Read more »

Botswana: Harness Natural Resources for Economic Dev.

In the current volatile global economic environment, African countries have been urged to harness their abundant natural resources to drive economic development. Read more »

Botswana: Meet Farmer Redefining Coffee Niche

Key figures and thinkers have defined agriculture as the most noble and essential human pursuit, emphasising that it is the foundation of civilization, the dignity of labour, the… Read more »

Botswana: National Power Supply Expected to Stabilise Tomorrow

The national electricity supply is set to return to normal tomorrow after two days of load shedding caused by a temporary generation shortfall. Read more »

Botswana: Officials Warn of Illegal Phane Harvesting

Hordes of people across the country flock the environs of Tshimoyapula for Phane harvesting leaving the area depleted. Read more »

Botswana: Court Denies Toteng and Banoge Bail in Lesetedi Murder Case

Chief Magistrate Thebeetsile Molalu of Molepolole Magistrate Court has denied bail to Gaokgakala Toteng (46) and Rosinah Banoge (44), who are accused of murdering 61-year-old… Read more »

Botswana: Govt Prioritises Pandamatenga Water Supply

Government has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming Pandamatenga into a leading agricultural hub through strategic investments in water and energy infrastructure. Read more »

Botswana: Baa Set to Claim Awards Glory

Botswana Athletics Association (BAA) is the sport code to beat this year following the release of nominees for the 45th National Sport Awards billed for May 9. Read more »

Botswana: Btc Marathon Brings Life and Vibrancy to Francistown

The 5th Botswana Telecommunications Corporation (BTC) Francistown Marathon has been hailed for bringing life, colour and vibrancy to the city and affirming its growing reputation… Read more »

Botswana: Govt to Consider Re-Demarcating Veterinary Disease Control Zones

Government will consider urgently re-demarcating existing veterinary disease control zones, particularly Zone 11, 3B and similar areas across the country and embark on maintenance… Read more »

Botswana: Boko Rallies Party Around Faith and Unity

The Botswana National Front (BNF) marked its 60th anniversary in style on Saturday night, with President Advocate Duma Boko using the gala dinner to deliver a candid and… Read more »

Botswana: Govt Transforms Energy Sector

The implementation of the 500 MW solar photovoltaic plant and a 500 MWh Battery Energy Storage System in Maun positions Botswana as a net exporter and a leader in the regional… Read more »

Botswana: Death Row Cell Where Dawn Is Memory and Grave Is Roommate

A heavily guarded metal door swings open. Entrance is restricted and monitored by guards. Read more »

Botswana: New Life for Chobe As Rising River Levels Flood Enclave

The inflows are a result of the Zambezi River overflow pushing water downstream to Chobe River, through Chobe National Park, and down Ngoma, Muchenje, Mabele, Kavimba, Kachikau… Read more »

Botswana: Butchery Owners Seek Balance On FMD Control

Several butchery owners across Kgalagadi have expressed support for government's decision to suspend the slaughter of cloven-hoofed animals following the outbreak of Foot and Mouth… Read more »

Botswana: Govt Commits to Increasing Student Allowances

The Ministry of Higher Education is still committed to increasing student's living allowance to P2,500 as indicated in the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) manifesto.… Read more »

Botswana: Nightlife Industry Halts Petition Over Liquor Hours

Nightclub and bar owners, led by Gilbert Seagile, have put on hold their petition against government's proposed 24-hour liquor trading hours. Read more »

Botswana: Govt Accelerates Renewable Energy Development

President Advocate Duma Boko will on April 16 officiate the implementation of the Maun 500MW solar photovoltaic power plant. Read more »

Botswana: FMD Outbreak Prompts Lobatse Abattoir Temporary Closure

The Botswana Meat Commission abattoir in Lobatse has temporarily shut down, a decision that was informed by the outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in Zone 11, Southern part… Read more »

Botswana: Authorities Probe Fmd Threats On BMC

Acting Minister of Lands and Agriculture, Dr Edwin Dikoloti has revealed that investigations are underway into threatening emails sent to Botswana Meat Commission (BMC), raising… Read more »

Botswana: Halfway Expansion Signals Economic Confidence

The expansion of Halfway Toyota Ngami in Maun reflects growing private sector confidence in Botswana's economic direction and a shared commitment to building a better future for… Read more »

Botswana: Collaborative Farming Initiatives Drives GDP Growth

Collaborative initiatives have the capacity to make agriculture the leading contributor to Botswana's Gross Domestic Product, Assistant Minister of Trade and Entrepreneurship… Read more »

Botswana: Human Activity Suspected in FMD Outbreak

Acting Minister of Lands and Agriculture Dr Edwin Dikoloti has revealed that the recent Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak at the Ramatlabama Artificial Insemination (AI)… Read more »

Botswana: Govt Commits to Pay P43m Owed to Veterinary Employees

Government is committed to settling at least P43 million owed to low-ranking employees in the Department of Veterinary Services, despite ongoing liquidity constraints affecting… Read more »