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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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 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 »

Botswana: Malaria Cases On the Rise in the North West District

Community rejection of Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) for malaria control is a significant challenge in the North West district, often resulting in low coverage rates. Read more »

Botswana: Government Grants Seven-Day Grace Period for Expired Licenses and Permits

Owing to challenges with the Department of Road Transport and Safety (DRTS) online system, the government has declared a seven-day grace period to use vehicles with expired… Read more »

Botswana: Mophato Dance Theatre Raises Awareness On GBV

Mophato Dance Theatre women bared it all on Friday night in a performance that aimed to raise awareness on gender-based violence (GBV) through theatre. Read more »

Botswana: Boko Commits to Advance BIUST Mission

President Advocate Duma Boko has promised to champion Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST)'s mission, advocate its interests and promote its… Read more »

Botswana: Govt Backs Stanbic Housing Loan Initiative

In a strategic bid to address housing demand in Botswana, Stanbic Bank Botswana has unveiled Legae Home Loan, an initiative aimed at making home ownership a possibility for… Read more »

Botswana: Govt Cleared to Withdraw P23.4 Billion From Consolidated Fund

Parliament has approved revenue appropriation of over P23.4 billion thus authorising government to withdraw funds from the consolidated fund for state expenditure to enable… Read more »

Botswana: Financial Constraints Halt National Border Buffer

The exercise to create a buffer along the international boundary was put on hold on account of financial resources, acting Minister of Lands and Agriculture, Dr Edwin Dikoloti has… Read more »

Botswana: Former Speaker Dies At 78

"And when great souls die, after a period, peace blooms. Our senses, restored, never to be the same, whisper to us... 'They existed. They existed. We can be. Be and be better. For… Read more »

Botswana: Botswana On Alert As Neighbouring Countries Confirm Polio Cases

The Ministry of Health has issued a statement reassuring the public that Botswana remains polio-free, with no confirmed cases of poliovirus reported to date. Read more »

Botswana: Same-Sex Couple Challenges Marriage Act

A same sex couple, Bonolo Selelo and Tsholofelo Kumile, has approached the High Court on Friday, challenging the constitutionality of the Marriage Act, arguing that it is… Read more »