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Monday, March 09, 2026

Cyber Drill sounds alarm on AI, IoT and quantum threats

Botswana has been urged to move with urgency from cybersecurity policy discussions to practical, coordinated action as digital threats evolve at an unprecedented pace, speakers cautioned at the 2026 National Cyber Drill last week.

Larona Makhaiza | 09 March 2026

Martin Mokgware.PIC.BOCRA

BA ISAGO, partners launch training scheme for energy sector

BA ISAGO University has entered into a five-year partnership with two private firms to train local citizens for participation in Botswana's emerging oil and gas sector.

Staff Writer | 06 March 2026

Reflection: Party leaders and representatives from across the country are expected to gather and reflect on the state of the BNF PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

BNF leadership forum eyes renewal

The Botswana National Front (BNF) says its upcoming weekend leadership forum will be a critical platform to assess the party’s state of affairs and chart a clear path forward.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 06 March 2026

Balopi encouraged BDP diehards to work together in unity to bear the responsibility to bring this cow back to its best PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

When political opportunities flee, vultures flee, loyalists rise

When political parties face hardships, one pattern almost always repeats itself: opportunists disappear, and loyalists step forward. Power attracts crowds. Struggle filters them. What remains is the core.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 06 March 2026

BDP members once again pushed for a constitution review,. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

BDP constitution review calls face procedural test

As calls for constitutional reform intensify within the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), the party’s own supreme document appears to provide a clear roadmap on how such changes must be pursued.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 06 March 2026

Kedikilwe sounds alarm as cost of living bites hard

Concerns over Botswana’s rising cost of living took centre stage in Parliament this week, as Serowe West Member of Parliament, Onalepelo Kedikilwe, pressed the Minister of Finance on what government is doing to cushion struggling households.

Pini Bothoko | 06 March 2026

Pupil feeding during breakfast.PIC PHATSIMO KAPENG

‘School feeding scheme will not be scrapped’

Fears that Botswana’s long-standing school feeding programme could be scrapped off due to strained government coffers have been allayed. Addressing Parliament this week, responsible ministers reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to continue and expand the scheme.

Spira Tlhankane | 06 March 2026

Education budget buckles under pressure

With 90% of its recurrent budget already spent before the close of the financial year, the Ministry of Child Welfare and Basic Education is facing mounting financial strain.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 06 March 2026

Not everyone at the BDP is forgiven – Khama

Former president and Kgosikgolo of Bangwato, Ian Khama, has clarified that while he has accepted an apology from the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), his forgiveness does not extend to everyone within the party, particularly those he accuses of harassment and persecution.

Larona Makhaiza | 06 March 2026

Tourney to raise funds for war against stocktheft

Boatlaname Pastoral farmers will host the Matsheng Farmers Easter football tournament at Happy Hearts ground in Sojwe on April 3-5, 2026.

Staff Writer | 06 March 2026

A gathering of international goodwill

Mbongeni Mguni,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 06 March 2026

Gov't expands infant industry protection measures

Lewanika Timothy | 06 March 2026

BNF unity to be tested in Francistown

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 06 March 2026

Personal relations with Seretse force Ngakaagae out

Staff Writer | 05 March 2026

Calls grow for Botswana to address tourism entry gap

correspondent | 05 March 2026

Alleged kingpin 'sick' as case hits a snag

Larona Makhaiza | 04 March 2026

Alleged kingpin 'sick' as case hits a snag

The state's intention of charging an alleged kingpin for facilitating the illegal entry of six Mexican alleged drug cartel men hit a stumbling block after it was reported that the Nigerian national has fallen sick.

Private investor injects P4m into UB hotel revival

The University of Botswana (UB) and Sky Clouds (Pty) Ltd have signed a lease agreement that will see the private investor inject over P4 million into the restoration of the long-closed UB Hotel and Conference Centre.

Seretse charged as NPF case returns

The infamous corruption case dubbed the National Petroleum Fund (NPF) case returns to court with fresh charges.

Capital central: The BoB raises debt for government every month through the auction of Treasury Bills and longer term bonds PIC: BANK OF BOTSWANA

BoB raises P2.6bn for govt

The Bank of Botswana (BoB) raised P2.63 billion in an auction of treasury bills and bonds last week, narrowly beating its P2.6 billion debt target for the government, a rare feat given the generally tighter fundraising conditions.

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Calls grow for Botswana to address tourism entry gap

Botswana’s tourism model may need to evolve as industry observers point to a gap in the country’s visitor funnel, arguing that the absence of large scale resort developments could limit the number of first time tourists entering the market.

Senior Prisons officer faces drug, abuse of office charges

A senior Botswana Prisons Service (BPS) official has found himself in deep trouble after being slapped with serious charges of dealing in illicit substances and abusing his office for personal gain.

Personal relations with Seretse force Ngakaagae out

After his former client, Bakang Seretse, was charged by the same organ he is now heading, the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Kgosietsile Ngakaagae, has recused himself from the case.

Cameras watching: Drive safely or pay the price

A network of high-tech cameras is now live, and they will be watching motorists every move behind the wheel. For the safety of everyone on the roads, drivers must take this wake-up call seriously or be prepared to face the consequences. These are not just speed traps. The new detecting devices are sophisticated. They will catch you running a red light, speeding, or driving an unregistered vehicle. They will spot the driver who is not wearing a...

The Monitor Editor | 03 March 2026

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Tourney to raise funds for war against stocktheft

A gathering of international goodwill

Gov't expands infant industry protection measures

BNF unity to be tested in Francistown

Personal relations with Seretse force Ngakaagae out

Calls grow for Botswana to address tourism entry gap

Alleged kingpin 'sick' as case hits a snag

Alleged kingpin 'sick' as case hits a snag

Private investor injects P4m into UB hotel revival

Seretse charged as NPF case returns

BoB raises P2.6bn for govt

Calls grow for Botswana to address tourism entry gap

Senior Prisons officer faces drug, abuse of office charges

Personal relations with Seretse force Ngakaagae out

Cameras watching: Drive safely or pay the price