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President Duma Boko has yet again defended his government's performance, insisting that the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) inherited a nation in economic and institutional decline.

Spira Tlhankane | 24 July 2026

Boko PIC: BNF

Don’t let power change you, BNF warned

A member of the ruling coalition, the Botswana National Front (BNF), has issued a strong warning to its own members against allowing the privileges of government to erode the values that carried the party to power.

Spira Tlhankane | 24 July 2026

Don’t betray the revolution - Malema tells Boko

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader, Julius Malema has challenged President Duma Boko to ensure Botswana's new administration does not become another government that changes political leaders while leaving economic power in the hands of a privileged few.

Spira Tlhankane | 24 July 2026

No DIS officer facing criminal charges - Mohwasa

The government has revealed that no officer serving in the Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS) is currently facing criminal charges.

Spira Tlhankane | 24 July 2026

The internal contest was mainly shaped by two groups: Team Taolo Lucas and team Unity Dow

BCP results reveal balance

The outcome of the Botswana Congress Party (BCP) internal elections provides important insight into the direction of the party and the preferences of its membership. The results indicate that members were not seeking dominance by a single faction but instead appeared to favour a balance between continuity, experience, and new perspectives.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 24 July 2026

BCP’s newly crowned vice president, Dow at the just ended party elective congress

Lime movement faces defining choice

Botswana Congress Party (BCP) president, Dumelang Saleshando has challenged party members to make a defining political choice on whether they are prepared to take over government or remain just an opposition party.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 24 July 2026

The BPP leadership forum comes at a time when UDC affiliates are reviewing their role within the coalition PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

‘Strong BPP strengthens UDC coalition’

Botswana People's Party (BPP) president Motlatsi Molapise has reaffirmed his party's commitment to the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC), saying the BPP will continue playing a constructive role in strengthening the coalition while preserving its own identity and values.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 24 July 2026

Gaolathe reminded members not to lose sight of the party’s founding vision

Gaolathe urges hope amid hardship

PALAPYE: Despite mounting challenges, including poor sales, rising manure costs, and rising food prices, Alliance for Progressives (AP) president, Ndaba Gaolathe has urged party members to remain focused on their vision, saying those committed to uplifting the nation will not fail.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 24 July 2026

The development comes against the backdrop of Botswana’s long-standing challenge of balancing demand for housing PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Land Boards threaten to repossess BHC land

State-Owned Botswana Housing Corporation (BHC) may lose part of its landbank after Land Boards in Kanye and Molepolole warned that they could repossess undeveloped land allocated to the corporation, due to non-compliance with development timelines

Lewanika Timothy | 24 July 2026

Gov't officials deny deliberately disobeying previous court orders arising from the long-running procurement dispute. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Gov’t denies defying P 1.5 bn project court order

Government denies defying court orders relating to the P1.5 billion Ncojane water project, arguing that it complied with the directives of both the High Court and the Court of Appeal and that Tawana Joint Venture's contempt application is legally unsustainable.

Innocent Selatlhwa | 24 July 2026

Dow makes history as BCP vice president

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 24 July 2026

Health ministry pushes back on death claims amid medicine crisis

Larona Makhaiza | 22 July 2026

OmLuc: BCP’s architect of grassroots social democracy

Ryder Gabathuse | 17 July 2026

Bodungwane settlers fight for their ancestral land

Innocent Selatlhwa | 17 July 2026

Basarwa of Bodungwane rush to court over eviction threat

Innocent Selatlhwa | 17 July 2026

Kario eyes Maun West

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 17 July 2026

Dow makes history as BCP vice president

The Member of Parliament for Kgatleng West, Unity Dow, has made political history after securing the vice presidency position within the Botswana Congress Party (BCP), becoming one of the few women in Botswana’s political history to rise to such a senior party leadership role.

ILES readies Botswana for new labour law

The Institute for Labour and Employment Studies (ILES) says its Fifth Annual Labour Conference scheduled for July 30-31 at Fairgrounds will help prepare Botswana for the implementation of the new Employment and Labour Relations Act while addressing broader workplace issues shaping the country's labour market.

Health ministry pushes back on death claims amid medicine crisis

As Botswana continues to grapple with persistent medicine shortages, Acting Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health, Dr Tshepo Machacha, has dismissed claims that the government is responsible for deaths linked to the crisis, arguing that there is no empirical evidence to support such allegations.

Botswana players follow new path to Zimbabwean league

For decades, the route out of the local football scene seemed set in stone. A standout performer in the Botswana Premier League (BPL) would almost inevitably look south, hoping to secure a move to South Africa's elite or second-tier leagues.

At the helm: Finance Minister, Ndaba Gaolathe, is the face of a bold push for fast-tracked economic transformation PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

Botswana at a crossroads

Botswana stands at a crossroads. Economic growth has picked up, inflation has eased and access to schooling has expanded, improving prospects for the future. Yet progress has also brought rising expectations.

OmLuc: BCP’s architect of grassroots social democracy

As a young boy growing up in Bobonong, the outspoken MP dreamt of becoming a policeman. He had actually marvelled at the power, authority and respect the police commanded.

We inherited a broken Botswana – Boko

President Duma Boko has yet again defended his government's performance, insisting that the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) inherited a nation in economic and institutional decline.

As A3 opens, responsibility rests with driver

For decades, the Francistown-Nata road has witnessed countless accidents, many of them fatal. Families have lost loved ones. Businesses have suffered delays while motorists have repeatedly complained about the poor condition of the road.The opening of the new section is therefore welcome news and a reminder that investing in quality infrastructure can save lives.However, while the smooth new surface brings relief, it also comes with greater...

Mmegi Editor | 24 July 2026

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Gov’t denies defying P 1.5 bn project court order

Dow makes history as BCP vice president

Health ministry pushes back on death claims amid medicine crisis

OmLuc: BCP’s architect of grassroots social democracy

Bodungwane settlers fight for their ancestral land

Basarwa of Bodungwane rush to court over eviction threat

Kario eyes Maun West

Dow makes history as BCP vice president

ILES readies Botswana for new labour law

Health ministry pushes back on death claims amid medicine crisis

Botswana players follow new path to Zimbabwean league

Botswana at a crossroads

OmLuc: BCP’s architect of grassroots social democracy

We inherited a broken Botswana – Boko

As A3 opens, responsibility rests with driver