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Boko named on Time’s 100 Most Influential People of 2025
President Duma Boko has been named one of the leaders on the Time’s 100 Most Influential People of 2025 list, being recognised for leading the seismic change last year that brought Botswana’s first change in political power since Independence in 1966.
Mbongeni Mguni | 17 April 2025
Making waves:; Duma Boko PIC REUTERS/TIMES
Making waves:; Duma Boko PIC REUTERS/TIMES

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Aunt’s boyfriend found guilty of raping her niece

Larona Makhaiza | 16 April 2025

Rape convict gets 18-year sentence

Sharon Mathala | 16 April 2025

BURS intensifies searches at ports of entry

Spira Tlhankane | 15 April 2025

Local Government ministry promises quality public healthcare

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