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Tuesday, October 27, 2026

Three Batswana injured, one captured, 15 missing in Russia–Ukraine war

International Relations Minister Phenyo Butale has confirmed that 15 Botswana citizens are missing, three have been injured and one is incarcerated in Ukraine.

Larona Makhaiza | 27 October 2026

Ukrainian service members fire a shell from a towed howitzer FH-70 at a front line, as Russia's attack on Ukraine continues, in Donbas Region, Ukraine July 18, 2022. REUTERS/Gleb Garanich

BAUSA mobilises diaspora for development

Batswana living in the United States of America are looking beyond their borders for ways to give back to their homeland, with a diaspora organisation seeking to turn professional expertise, investment and international connections into opportunities to advance Botswana’s development.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 29 October 2026

SOGIM Church donates mobility aids to Nyangabgwe Hospital

staff writer | 29 October 2026

Ombudsman to assess human rights standards in prisons

Pini Bothoko | 27 October 2026

Lucara MD urges Botswana to invest in human capability

Pini Bothoko | 27 October 2026

Three Batswana injured, one captured, 15 missing in Russia–Ukraine war

Larona Makhaiza | 27 October 2026

Embrace UDC direct members, BNF faithfuls urged

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 27 October 2026

BNF leaders warn against indiscipline

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 27 October 2026

Hotel 4:30 wins three global luxury awards

Local hospitality player, Hotel 4:30, has won three prestigious international awards strengthening its position in the competitive industry and a motivation for the brand to excel.

National Business Conference (NBC) organised by Business Botswana. PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

Business Botswana’s NBC: A mind-blowing summit of economic renewal

At a highly attended National Business Conference (NBC) organised by Business Botswana (BB) from October 18 to 23, 2026, a wealth of innovative ideas and strategic insights were shared between the private sector represented by Botswana’s top companies, regional and international experts and the government.

Bantu Film Festival challenges Botswana to build real film economy

Running from October 20 to 24 under a theme that pushes local narratives onto the global stage, the festival has once again pulled filmmakers, officials and ordinary viewers into the same room.

Three Batswana injured, one captured, 15 missing in Russia–Ukraine war

International Relations Minister Phenyo Butale has confirmed that 15 Botswana citizens are missing, three have been injured and one is incarcerated in Ukraine.

Kweneng Land Board bows to Compensation-in-Kind beneficiaries

After years of legal battles, bitter exchanges and a bruising fight over the controversial Compensation-in-Kind Policy, Kweneng Land Board has finally decided to honour the arrangement that promised beneficiaries residential plots in exchange for surrendering their ploughing fields.

According to Naseem Lahri, Botswana should begin viewing its cultural and intellectual resources PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Lucara MD urges Botswana to invest in human capability

Lucara Botswana Managing Director, Naseem Lahri, has called for greater investment in human capability, saying the country’s transition to a knowledge-based economy will depend on its ability to turn education, creativity, and innovation into economic value.

The Youth Olympics team had a send-off ceremony on Monday. PIC: BNOC

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BAUSA mobilises diaspora for development

SOGIM Church donates mobility aids to Nyangabgwe Hospital

Ombudsman to assess human rights standards in prisons

Lucara MD urges Botswana to invest in human capability

Three Batswana injured, one captured, 15 missing in Russia–Ukraine war

Embrace UDC direct members, BNF faithfuls urged

BNF leaders warn against indiscipline

Hotel 4:30 wins three global luxury awards

Business Botswana’s NBC: A mind-blowing summit of economic renewal

Bantu Film Festival challenges Botswana to build real film economy

Three Batswana injured, one captured, 15 missing in Russia–Ukraine war

Kweneng Land Board bows to Compensation-in-Kind beneficiaries

Lucara MD urges Botswana to invest in human capability

Female-dominated team leaves for Youth Olympics

The New Era of DStv Starts Now

Nthaga refuses to back down as Tonota FC reign turns sour