Botswana: Boko Promises Investor-Friendly Climate

President Advocate Duma Boko, accompanied by First Lady, brought vibrant energy to Boipuso Hall as he graced the Botswana Business Awards and Investment Forum Gala Dinner in… Read more »

Botswana: Botswana Seeks Billions in Climate Funding At COP31

United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31) in Antalya, Türkiye, to seek US$4.32 billion (P59.5 billion) in climate financing to strengthen its resilience to climate… Read more »

Botswana: Khama Outlines Vision for Gammangwato

Kgosi Khama IV of Bangwato says communities under GaMmangwato territory must become self-reliant and be in a position to drive their region's development. Read more »

Botswana: State of the Nation Address Monday

Batswana have been urged to follow Monday's State of the Nation Address (SONA) to gain a better understanding of government's inclusive governance and economic transformation… Read more »

Botswana: Veldt Fire Threats Bigger Than Drought - Mophuting

Abrupt veldt fires have been described as the second and potentially most devastating threat linked to El Niño after drought and crop failure. Read more »

Botswana: Botswana Records Sharp Rise in Malaria Cases

President Advocate Duma Boko has raised concern over the resurgence of malaria in Botswana, revealing that cases increased from 290 in 2024 to 2 451 in 2025, while deaths rose from… Read more »

Botswana: Regional Cooperation to End Malaria Pivotal

President Advocate Duma Boko has called for stronger regional cooperation, increased domestic investment and sustained international partnerships to accelerate efforts toward… Read more »

Botswana: 267 Hip-Hop Awards Returns With Bigger Ambitions

The 267 Hip-Hop Awards are officially back for the second edition, 2026/2027. Read more »

Namibia: Botswana and Namibia Sign Sport Cooperation Pact

Botswana National Olympic Committee (BNOC) and Namibia National Olympic Committee (NNOC) have signed a revamped Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at fostering closer sports… Read more »

Botswana: Passport Fee Increase Postponed to January 2027

A press release from the Ministry of Labour and Home Affairs has announced the postponement of the implementation of revised passport fees from November 1, 2026, to January 1,… Read more »

Nigeria: Botswana Reaffirms Commitment to Enhance Ties With Nigeria

Botswana has reaffirmed commitment to enhancing bilateral ties with Nigeria as well as advancing the African Agenda 2063. Read more »

Botswana: El Nino Threatens Inflation Outlook

El Nino effects including below normal rainfall, droughts, heatwaves, crop failure and livestock deaths present an additional upside risk to the inflation outlook. Read more »

Botswana: Passport Costs Lead to Fee Increase

The high cost of producing a passport, estimated at €1,250 (approximately P19,200) per document, is the main reason behind the increase in passport fees effective November 1,… Read more »

Botswana: Botswana Renews Efforts to End Malaria

President Advocate Duma Boko says across Africa, End Malaria Councils are renewing efforts to bring to an end the surge of Malaria and Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) through… Read more »

Botswana: Activist Calls On Botswana to Strengthen Women Representation

Botswana has been urged to strengthen measures aimed at increasing women's participation and representation in decision-making structures, including Parliament. Read more »

Botswana: Botswana to Forge Ties With Australia On Disaster Management

Botswana looks forward to deepening cooperation with Australia, particularly in fire and disaster management, amid the looming threat of a super El Niño weather phenomenon. Read more »

Botswana: Security Key to Economic Development

Security is one of the foundations upon which economic activity depends, Minister for State President, Defence and Security, Mr Moeti Mohwasa has said. Read more »

Botswana: Govt and De Beers Advance P1bn Into Diamond Fund

Government and De Beers Group have advanced an initial P1 billion to the Diamonds for Development Fund, marking the fund's transition into the implementation phase. Read more »

Botswana: MP Proposes Sign Language As Official Language

Introduction of sign language as the country's third official language could promote inclusivity and improve communication between hearing and deaf members of society, Kgatleng… Read more »

Botswana: Lebone and Angel Dominate Cat Under-14 Circuit

Botswana's rising tennis stars, Lebone Tlape and Angel Chakanyuka, have made a clean sweep of the singles and doubles titles at the two legs of the World Tennis/African Tennis… Read more »

Botswana: BMC Implores Batswana to Tap Into Cattle By-Product Industries

Botswana Meat Commission (BMC) is encouraging Batswana to venture into micro industries using cattle by-products. Read more »

Botswana: Springline Fashion Show Returns Saturday

Riverwalk Mall is set to come alive on October 24 as the Madam Queen Modelling Agency, in partnership with CB Stores and Topline, hosts the Springline Fashion Show 2026. The event… Read more »

Botswana: Ga Maila Sports and Cultural Festival Nigh

The Ga Maila Sports and Cultural Festival scheduled for October 31 in Kanye at Mmakgodumo Gardens aims to preserve Bangwaketse culture, norms and traditions. Read more »

Botswana: Maele Defends Dignity of Re a Nyalana Marriages

The Minister of Higher Education, Mr Prince Maele, has called on the public to respect marriages conducted under the Re A Nyalana initiative, saying they carry the exact same legal… Read more »

Botswana: Revised Export Rules Target Wider Farmer Participation

The renewed livestock export dispensation introduces measures aimed at widening participation in export markets, with government limiting permits and increasing the levy on live… Read more »