April 16
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: 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: 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 »
April 15
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: 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: 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 »
April 14
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: 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 »
April 13
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: 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 »
April 09
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 »
April 08
Botswana: New Era College Throws Lenao Lifeline
In the quiet streets of Block 8 in Gaborone, Ms Ketshepile Lenao is stepping into a future she once thought was out of reach. Read more »
April 07
Botswana: Kgatleng Registers 349 for Child Support Grant
Kgatleng District Council has to date registered 349 child support grant beneficiaries. Read more »
April 03
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 »
March 31
Botswana: Modipane Stages Impressive Come-Back
This year's Miss Botswana 2026 competition had, as all others years before, combined glamour with stiff competition. Read more »
Botswana: Masunga Sports Complex Open for Public Use
Masunga community has at its disposal, the use of Masunga Sport Complex. Read more »
Botswana: Boko Sets Sight On Export-Oriented Agricultural Reform
President Advocate Duma Boko has unveiled a transformative roadmap for the agricultural sector to move away from subsidy-driven dependency toward an enterprise-driven model aimed… Read more »
March 30
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 »
March 26
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: FMD Prevalence Declines
Vaccination for Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) at Zone 6b, North of Bisoli Farm is at 95.5 per cent and at 96 per cent at Zone 3c - Maitengwe but a small number of cattle still show… Read more »
Botswana: Revamped Mpatlise App to Revitalise Agriculture
The launch of the revamped Mpatlise Application signals a step in advancing Botswana's digital transformation and revitalising the agricultural sector. Read more »
March 25
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 »










