Botswana: Thaga Urges Council to Diversify Revenue Streams

Serowe District Council chairperson, Mr Atameleng Thaga has urged fellow councilors and council officers to find alternative revenue streams to counter the unique challenges posed… Read more »

Botswana: Tlokweng Council Rejects Township Upgrade Proposal

Tlokweng District councillors have unanimously rejected a proposal by government to upgrade their village to a township. Read more »

Botswana: Bobonong Sports Facility Dispute Ends

Parties involved in the construction of the Bobonong Sports Facility have agreed to conduct a final account assessment, which will pave the way for a new contract with the current… Read more »

Botswana: Residents Reject Private Control of Paving Stone Mining

Residents of the KHUMASE lands in Serowe have decried the private mining of paving stones in their area, noting that these resources are known to be a cash cow in other countries. Read more »

Botswana: Economic Recovery Projects Remain On Course

While the government is currently grappling with sluggish economic growth and Foot and Mouth Disease outbreak, some key priority projects targeted at economic resuscitation, and… Read more »

Botswana: Swimmers Defy the Odds to Win Medals

Botswana swimmers have defied geographical limitations to win two bronze medals at the recently concluded Africa Aquatics Zone IV Open Water Championships in Mauritius. Read more »

Botswana: Bodutu Commit Culture Preservation Through Art

Wame Bodutu, popularly known as Art by Wame, is challenging the notion that visual arts is a man's world. Through Afrocentric work celebrating African culture, heritage, identity,… Read more »

Botswana: Kanye United Appreciate MP Support

Fresh off a fairytale promotion that has set the village buzzing, officials and players from Kanye United rolled up to the office of Kanye West Member of Parliament, Victor… Read more »

Botswana: Batawana Celebrate 30 Years of Cultural Heritage

Dressed in vibrant array of traditional attire, the Ngamiland community from all walks of life thronged the Nhabe Museum on Saturday. Read more »

Botswana: Hirschfeld Laid to Rest

As the mortal remains of Simon Hirschfeld were laid to rest at Phomolong Memorial Park in Phakalane, Gaborone, a traditional police funeral three-volley gun salute rang out,… Read more »

Botswana: SARS Cautions Foreign Motorists Against Scammers

On June 1, South African Revenue Service (SARS) rolled out the mandatory Temporary Import Permit (TIP) for all foreign-registered vehicles entering or leaving South Africa. The… Read more »

Botswana: Botswana Bids for Anti-Money Laundering Academy

Botswana is positioning itself as a regional leader in the fight against financial crime with a bid to host the Eastern and Southern African Anti-Money Laundering Group (ESAAMLG)… Read more »

Africa: Africa Aquatics Zone Iv Championships Come to Botswana

Botswana will host the Africa Aquatics Zone IV Championships from September 2 to 5, 2026, further cementing its growing reputation as a destination for international sporting… Read more »

Botswana: Botswana Tops Saca Championships Meday Tally

Despite the absence of school sports, Botswana Athletics Association (BAA) and its coaches continue to successfully identify raw talent, and their efforts have culminated in a… Read more »

Botswana: Botswana Strives to Excel in Global Economy

The groundbreaking of the highly anticipated New Botswana City underscores Botswana's intent to compete and participate meaningfully in the evolving global economy. Read more »

Botswana: New Botswana City to Unlock Economic Diversification

Botswana's proposed multi-billion Pula World Trade Centre (WTC) is pivotal to recalibrating the nation's economy. Read more »

Southern Africa: SADC Fortifies Region Anti-Money Laundering

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has escalated its regional fight against financial crime by operationalising the SADC Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the… Read more »

Botswana: Minister Sets Record Straight

Minister of Sport and Arts, Jacob Kelebeng says international regulations prohibit government interference in anti-doping cases. Read more »

Botswana: Boko Praises Belgium Ties

President Advocate Duma Boko has hailed the long-standing relations between Botswana and Belgium, describing the partnership as instrumental in the growth of Botswana's diamond… Read more »

Botswana: DPP Orders Open Inquest Into Retshepile's Death

The death of Retshepile "Tshepi" Tshedu is set to come under public judicial scrutiny after the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) directed that an open inquest be… Read more »

Botswana: Miss World Botswana Embraces Nama Culture

When Miss World Botswana 2026, Ruth Thomas, arrived at the Nama community in Lokgwabe on Friday, she was dressed in a crisp white suit that reflected modern elegance and… Read more »

Botswana: Skills Shortage Threaten Investment Drive

Botswana's plans to attract foreign investment and transform its economy are being undermined by a growing shortage of critical skills, a challenge that government now considers… Read more »

Botswana: Athletes Doping Case August 10

High Court Judge Justice Itumeleng Segopolo has confirmed that the legal battle involving four provisionally banned Botswana track athletes will be heard on August 10, following an… Read more »

Botswana: BDF Sets Course for Modern and Agile Future

Botswana Defence Force (BDF) Commander, General Mpho Mophuting has unveiled a roadmap aimed at transforming the military into a modern, agile and globally aligned force capable of… Read more »

Botswana: Initiative Opens Energy Opportunities

As Botswana seeks to reduce dependence on diamonds and prepare for a rapidly changing global economy, government has launched the Botswana Youth, Women and Citizen (BYWC) Oil and… Read more »