Botswana: Stage Set for BDF Karate Open

Preparations are at advanced stage for the inaugural Botswana Defence Force Karate Open Championship planned for June 20 at the UB Indoor Sports Arena. Read more »

Botswana: Gimc Afro Tech Aims for Inclusivity

DJ Kabila will make his first appearance in Botswana on June 30, at the Gaborone International Music and Culture (GIMC) afro tech event, scheduled to take place at the GICC… Read more »

Botswana: Govt Deploys Ikageng Workers to Support FMD Control Efforts

Ministry of Local Government and Traditional Affairs has deployed an additional 1 050 Ikageng Workers to support critical disease control activities in villages across Ramotswa,… Read more »

Botswana: Boko Calls for United Front Against Ebola

President Advocate Duma Boko has called for urgent political, financial and technical support to contain the Ebola outbreak currently affecting the Democratic Republic of Congo and… Read more »

Botswana: Ministry Starts Assessment of FMD-Impacted Farmers

The Ministry of Local Government and Traditional Affairs has instructed all District Councils in Foot and Mouth Disease affected areas to start a full assessment and registration… Read more »

Botswana: Mohwasa Unpacks Insourcing Policy

The government's insourcing policy is a strategic reform designed to improve public service delivery, create decent jobs for citizens and reduce long-term dependence on private… Read more »

Botswana: School Feeding Programme Advances Despite Supply Delays

The School Feeding Programme is being implemented fairly across Kanye District, despite ongoing challenges, particularly delays in the supply of key food commodities by suppliers.… Read more »

Botswana: Regions Await Sports Equipment Approval Requests

Although school sports preparations have begun, regions are still waiting for the ministry to approve their equipment requests. Read more »

Botswana: Matakule Qualifies for World Athletics U20 Championships

Wazha Matakule of Lions Dean Athletics Club from Gaborone has qualified for the World Athletics U20 Championships during the Sua Pan Athletics Club's under-18 and under-20 track… Read more »

Botswana: BMC and BVI Target Lesotho to Bolster Food Security

Botswana Meat Commission (BMC) and Botswana Vaccine Institute (BVI) are seeking to strengthen collaboration with their counterparts in Lesotho as the two countries expand bilateral… Read more »

Botswana: Designers Showcase Statement Pieces At Pop-Up Event

The serene atmosphere of Phakalane Golf Estate was on Saturday replaced by ambiance from a fashion pop-up event featuring three of Botswana's most renowned brands, Maru, Tru'D and… Read more »

Botswana: Council Turns to Clean Energy and Farming to Unlock Revenue

Letlhakeng District Council has identified innovative approaches to strengthen its financial base and increase the revenue support grant. Read more »

Botswana: First Lady Courts Bahumagadi for Support Mpepu

First Lady Kaone Boko, has called on Bahumagadi to help tackle challenges facing children, saying their involvement is essential to the success of the Mpepu Programme. Read more »

Lesotho: Botswana and Lesotho Elevate Ties

Botswana and Lesotho have elevated their longstanding cooperation framework to a fully-fledged Bi-National Commission (BNC), marking a significant milestone in diplomatic relations… Read more »

Southern Africa: Free and Fair Elections Bedrock of SADC Stability

President Advocate Duma Boko has underscored the critical role of free and fair elections in sustaining democracy, peace and stability across the Southern African Development… Read more »

Botswana: Shadows of the Gaborone Raid Still Linger 41 Years Later

To look at the bustling, modern streets of Gaborone today, you might never suspect that beneath the pavement lies the ghost of a winter night that shook Botswana. Read more »

Botswana: Leverage Neurodiversity for Innovation Gains

Businesses have been urged to embrace neuro inclusion as a driver of innovation and productivity. Speaking at the strategic human resource conference in Gaborone, Lyra Botswana's… Read more »

Botswana: Twenty Minutes That Shook Gaborone in 1985

It took less than 20 minutes for a dark piece of apartheid history to be written on the streets of Gaborone. Read more »

Botswana: Youth Skills Answer to Economic Challenges

As Botswana grapples with critical economic pressures, high unemployment rates and declining dependence on diamonds, young people equipped with practical skills and entrepreneurial… Read more »

Botswana: Boko Hails Govt and Rothschild Foundation Partnership

President Advocate Duma Boko has hailed governments two-decade partnership with the Robert and Sara Rothschild Family Foundation as a blueprint for how public-private alliances can… Read more »

Botswana: Botswana Considers Diplomatic Mission in Russia

In an effort to deepen diplomatic engagement, facilitate economic cooperation and create new avenues for collaboration, Botswana is planning to open a diplomatic mission in Russia.… Read more »

Botswana: Duo Returns to Court for Bail Reapplication

Two women accused of murdering a Molepolole man through alleged poisoning are expected to return to the Molepolole Magistrate's Court on June 16 for the continuation of their… Read more »

Botswana: Ramoreboli Backs Phoko Move to Siwelele FC

The senior national football team head coach, Morena Ramoreboli has backed goalkeeper, Goitseone Phoko's recent transfer to South Africa's Betway Premiership outfit, Siwelele FC. Read more »

Botswana: Speaker Implores Parliament to Drive Reforms

Botswana's 13th parliament has been challenged to rise to the historic responsibility of deepening democracy, restoring public trust in institutions and steering the country… Read more »

Botswana: Rising Costs Hit Informal Traders

As inflation continues to push up the costs of goods and services, informal traders in Francistown say they are a facing increasing pressure in keeping their businesses afloat. Read more »