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Former Permanent Secretary to the President (PSP) Carter Morupisi has been the subject of media attention, and public debate for a long time since coming into the spotlight in 2019 when he was accused of misappropriation of funds belonging to the Botswana Public Officers Pension Fund (BPOPF). Writes Mmegi Staffer MPHO MOKWAPE

Mpho Mokwape | 17 January 2025

Morupisi. PIC PHATSIMO KAPENG

The newsroom debate

As the Cabinet returns from its retreat held this week, the Mmegi newsroom expects that Ministers will be better informed about their respective ministries.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 17 January 2025

The real business begins

When Cabinet Ministers, Assistant Ministers, and Permanent Secretaries gathered for a two-day retreat, their objectives were clear.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 17 January 2025

Insights from BNF’s Molutsi

Chairperson of the Botswana National Front (BNF), Dr. Patrick Molutsi, has emphasised that internal strife and indiscipline are detrimental to political parties, as they adversely affect their performance in general elections.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 17 January 2025

Sejoe: An epitome of resilience

One of the few councillors who weathered the challenges of the recent General Election as a representative of the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), Kaisara Sejoe, has officially announced his candidacy for the position of deputy secretary-general.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 17 January 2025

BDP’s heated race for leadership

As preparations for opposition Botswana Democratic Party’s (BDP) elective congress to pick members of the central committee gain momentum, some individuals vying for positions have already begun canvassing for votes

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 17 January 2025

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Three ‘children traffickers’ imprisoned

FRANCISTOWN: Francistown Principal Magistrate, Tshepo Magetse, has sentenced three Zimbabwean men, Raphael Khupe (30), Pilate Donga (27)and Abraham Moyo(41) to 12 months imprisonment for trafficking six undocumented minors from Zimbabwe to Botswana through ungazetted point of entry.

Lesedi Mkhutshwa | 17 January 2025

The last dance

The east and Southern African journalists' familiarisation tour of the world's populous nationa of india ended in style last December just on the even of the Christmas day, Mmegi Staffer Ryder Gabathuse relieves the indian experience

Ryder Gabathuse | 17 January 2025

BPP to hold leadership forum in May

FRANCISTOWN: Botswana People’s Party (BPP) will hold a leadership forum in May 2025 wherein the party will discuss the elective congress.

Lesedi Mkhutshwa | 17 January 2025

Ntsima confirms Thamane’s suspension

Minister of Trade and Entrepreneurship, Tiroeaone Ntsima has confirmed the immediate suspension of Thabo Thamane, the CEO of Citizen Entrepreneurial Development Agency (CEDA).

Staff Writer | 20 January 2025

Let's not attack each other – Boko, Saleshando agree

Sharon Mathala | 20 January 2025

Gaborone/Molepolole road operational

Larona Makhaiza | 17 January 2025

Death row inmate appeals sentence, cites provocation by deceased

Larona Makhaiza | 17 January 2025

UDC's mounting struggles over 'political appointments'

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 14 January 2025

Cry for help: Kgosi Gabanamotse's plea for Hatsalatladi

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 14 January 2025

UDC's mounting struggles over 'political appointments'

The ruling Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) is beginning to make its presence felt albeit gradually within politically appointed boards.

Close Up Of Man Hands Holding A Woman Hands For Rape And Sexual Abuse, Anti-trafficking And Stopping

Teenage girl attacked, raped

A 16-year-old girl who was walking home from a local shebeen with her peers was attacked and raped on Sunday early morning in Khwee village.

'Morupisi's allegations didn't spare President'

Justice Mercy Garekwe of the Court of Appeal (CoA) says Carter Morupisi's allegations against judges presiding over his sentencing when sent to jail didn't only sting but also insinuate the President interfered with the judicial process.

Molepolole-Gaborone road.PIC.PHATSIMO KAPENG

Gaborone/Molepolole road operational

The Gaborone-Molepolole road which was closed at Metsimotlhabe/ Kopong intersection due to overflowing Metsimotlhabe River is now open to the public under minimal supervision, police have confirmed.

Mooketsi Simba Mampori. PIC PHATSIMO KAPENG

Death row inmate appeals sentence, cites provocation by deceased

Convicted serial murderer, Simba Mampori, has pleaded with the Court of Appeal (CoA) to overturn his capital punishment saying he committed the offence after he was provoked by the deceased.

Kgosi Sakie Gabanamotse showing Mmegi team craked land. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Cry for help: Kgosi Gabanamotse's plea for Hatsalatladi

Kgosi Sakie Gabanamotse of Hatsalatladi has expressed deep concern over the high unemployment rate at his village, a situation he believes is driving some of the youth toward negative behaviour.

Hands tied: Serufho says they cannot intervene. PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

BNSC hapless as karate burns

The Botswana National Sport Commission (BNSC) CEO, Tuelo Serufho, says the law prohibits them from intervening in the drawn-out Botswana Karate Association (BOKA) internal fights.

Refrain from risky behaviours

After long spells of dryness and high temperatures, it is important to celebrate the torrential rains with caution and reasonableness especially when all indications suggest that the rains are not going to stop anytime soon, especially in the northern parts of the country.We want to encourage both the young and the old to refrain from any risky behaviour during this rainy season.Batswana need to be on red alert and not take chances during the...

Mmegi Editor | 17 January 2025

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Ntsima confirms Thamane’s suspension

Let's not attack each other – Boko, Saleshando agree

Gaborone/Molepolole road operational

Death row inmate appeals sentence, cites provocation by deceased

UDC's mounting struggles over 'political appointments'

Teenage girl attacked, raped

Cry for help: Kgosi Gabanamotse's plea for Hatsalatladi

UDC's mounting struggles over 'political appointments'

Teenage girl attacked, raped

'Morupisi's allegations didn't spare President'

Gaborone/Molepolole road operational

Death row inmate appeals sentence, cites provocation by deceased

Cry for help: Kgosi Gabanamotse's plea for Hatsalatladi

BNSC hapless as karate burns

Refrain from risky behaviours