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Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Ramogapi had no authority to engage private lawyers for gov’t case – AG

The Attorney General (AG) Dick Bayford has said that the Minister of Water and Human Settlements, Oneetse Ramogapi, acted unlawfully by appointing a private law firm to represent the government in legal proceedings without his authority.

Mpho Mokwape | 30 June 2026

Dick Bayford

Ikanyeng withdraws, files fresh challenge

Palapye District Council (PDC) councillor David Ikanyeng has withdrawn his urgent interdict application challenging the Minister of Local Government and Traditional Affairs' decision to reject his election as council chairperson.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 30 June 2026

Ramogapi had no authority to engage private lawyers for gov’t case – AG

Mpho Mokwape | 30 June 2026

Minister to exercise 'troubled' BHC board powers

Mpho Mokwape | 30 June 2026

BHC executives challenge Ramogapi's board powers

Mpho Mokwape | 30 June 2026

High Court acquits two men in 2012 murder, rape case

Pini Bothoko | 30 June 2026

BPS tightens security as SA's anti-migrant deadline nears

Pini Bothoko | 30 June 2026

BOPRA flags fuel-price undercutting as fair competition threat

Spira Tlhankane | 30 June 2026

Moagi's wealth trail laid bare as trial continues

The Broadhurst Regional Magistrate’s Court on Friday heard that former Minerals and Energy minister, Lefoko Moagi, never declared the P417 500 loan which is now at the centre of his corruption and money laundering trial. This was disclosed by Director General of Ethics and Integrity Directorate, Tiny Keseabetswe, who took the stand as State witness to outline the framework governing asset and liability declarations by public officers.

Lucas had sought clarification on an earlier statement that members of the military can face the death penalty . PIC KENNEDY RAMOKONE

Cowardice attracts death penal for soldiers- PAC told

The Botswana Defence Force (BDF) has revealed that soldiers can be sentenced to death for acts of cowardice committed during wartime, particularly when such conduct occurs in the presence of the enemy, and it endangers military operations or the republic.

Family's suspicions led to exhumation of Kalamare woman's body

The body of a 35-year-old woman from Kalamare village, who was buried on May 30, 2026, is set to be exhumed today following concerns raised by her family regarding the circumstances surrounding her death.

Magistrate approves forced DNA collection

Extension II Magistrate’s court has ordered alleged serial rapist, Gomolemo Loeto to provide a DNA sample, ending a nearly two-year legal deadlock over his refusal to cooperate with investigators, and that reasonable force will be used against him.

Mogoditshane’s 420 squatters on eviction notice

MOLEPOLOLE: At least 420 squatters occupying land illegally in Mogoditshane could soon face eviction and demolition of their homes as the Kweneng Land Board intensifies efforts to reclaim land for allocation to people on the waiting list.

Plans underway to transform the DCEC PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

DCEC set for major transformation

Botswana's anti-corruption agency, the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime (DCEC), is expected to cease operating in its current form by March 31, 2027, as the government advances plans to establish a new, more independent anti-corruption agency.

Moagi faces a corruption charge alleging he received P4.7 million

Witness defends alleged Moagi-linked ‘corrupt’ tender

Former Minister of Minerals and Energy, Lefoko Moagi’s corruption and money laundering case took a crucial turn this week as the court heard that the tender at the centre of the trial was awarded in accordance with established procurement procedures.

St. George’s University to host special ceremony in Gaborone

St. George's University (SGU) School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies, has announced that it will host a special Commencement Ceremony in Gaborone on June 27, 2026. According to the institution, the occasion aims to bring together graduates, families, healthcare leaders, and government representatives.

Investors’ legal wrangle for Euro 500M

A rather rare and potentially far-reaching legal battle is unfolding before the Gaborone High Court as a Botswana-registered company with Mauritian origins, Alithea Investment (Pty) Ltd, accuses First National Bank Botswana (FNBB) of failing to account for EUR500 million (approximately P7.8 billion) allegedly transferred through the international SWIFT payment system.

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Ikanyeng withdraws, files fresh challenge

Ramogapi had no authority to engage private lawyers for gov’t case – AG

Minister to exercise 'troubled' BHC board powers

BHC executives challenge Ramogapi's board powers

High Court acquits two men in 2012 murder, rape case

BPS tightens security as SA's anti-migrant deadline nears

BOPRA flags fuel-price undercutting as fair competition threat

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Moagi's wealth trail laid bare as trial continues

Cowardice attracts death penal for soldiers- PAC told

Family's suspicions led to exhumation of Kalamare woman's body

Magistrate approves forced DNA collection

Mogoditshane’s 420 squatters on eviction notice

DCEC set for major transformation

Witness defends alleged Moagi-linked ‘corrupt’ tender

St. George’s University to host special ceremony in Gaborone

Investors’ legal wrangle for Euro 500M