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Monday, October 26, 2026

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.

Lesang Maswabi | 26 October 2026

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

The New Era of DStv Starts Now

Gaborone, 26 October 2026: MultiChoice Group, a Canal+ Company, introduces its most significant product update in years, bringing more of Africa's greatest entertainment live to subscribers from 5 November.

correspondent | 26 October 2026

The UDC’s double blow comes amidst growing internal wrangles, unresolved factional tensions and mounting complaints PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

UDC’s Mmadinare double blow

Botswana National Front (BNF) finally hosts its long planned policy forum over the weekend under mounting pressure after the party and its coalition partners in the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) lost Sefhophe ward by-election. The last Saturday’s loss has been aggravated by the disengagement of Mmadinare East councillor Martin Goitsemang, which paves a way for another test for the UDC in the constituency. Write Mmegi Staffers RYDER GABATHUSE & TSAONE BASIMANEBOTLHE

Ryder Gabathuse,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 23 October 2026

Missed opportunity: The UDC had all the advantages of retaining Sefhophe ward as it was buoyed by incumbency and abundant resources PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

BCP by-election victory alters Mmadinare politics

It was crucial for the ruling Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) to win last weekend’s Sefhophe by-election as incumbents. However the coalition’s loss, in the polls occasioned by the death of former councillor Christopher Motsholapheko last July, has a likelihood of altering the political complexion of a constituency dominated by Batalaote. Writes Mmegi Staffer RYDER GABATHUSE

Ryder Gabathuse | 23 October 2026

BNF veterans challenge Moupo on cadre deployment

Botswana National Front (BNF) is facing a tough debate over who should occupy strategic government positions and control state-owned enterprises, with party veterans Themba Tladi and Tshwaragano Mmereki pushing for a deliberate cadre deployment strategy.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 23 October 2026

BCP builds momentum ahead of 2029 polls

Opposition Botswana Congress Party (BCP) says its growing voter numbers demonstrate that it's building momentum ahead of the 2029 General Election.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 23 October 2026

China partnership opens new opportunities for Botswana

Botswana is banking on its strengthened ties with the Peoples Republic of China to unlock investment, improve healthcare services and build local capacity. This follows a state visit that has elevated relations between the two countries to a Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 23 October 2026

Some BNF members are beginning to question BPF relationship with the UDC PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

BPF coalition ties rattle UDC

Questions are beginning to be asked surrounding Botswana Patriotic Front’s (BPF) relationship with the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) amid growing concerns that the two’s arrangement is undermining the coalition’s electoral performance and party structures.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 23 October 2026

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.

SPIRA TLHANKANE | 23 October 2026

Public, private sector called to strengthen partnership

The public and private sector have been called to strengthen their partnership to in an effort to diversifythe country’s economy, improve investor confidence and create sustainable employment opportunities for Batswana.

Pini Bothoko | 23 October 2026

Mampori gets life sentences to protect women from killings

Spira Tlhankane | 23 October 2026

A letter to Batswana, President Boko: Let’s give the Swaneng quintet the national honour

THOMAS NKHOMA | 23 October 2026

Hotel 4:30 wins three global luxury awards

Correspondent | 23 October 2026

I am unable not to get involved-Dow

Mmapula Molapong | 22 October 2026

Coca Cola system drives $3.6 billion economic impact across COMESA

correspondent | 22 October 2026

Death row convict handed two life terms

Larona Makhaiza | 22 October 2026

I am unable not to get involved-Dow

Unity Dow, former High Court judge and Cabinet minister is now vice president of the Botswana Congress Party BCP). At 67, she talks about the cost of leadership, the barriers that keep women from the top and what it would take to change who gets to lead. She speaks to journalist and researcher MMAPULA MOLAPONG about power, politics, identity and a lifetime of stepping up

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.

Boko’s ‘no social contract’ words haunt UDC post-Sefhophe

Botswana Congress Party’s (BCP) victory over the ruling Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) in the Sefhophe council by-election has brought President Duma Boko’s controversial remarks on election promises back into the spotlight.

BCPYL suspends Saleshando's son

Botswana Congress Party Youth League (BCPYL) has placed Student Command Leader Loago Saleshando on interim suspension amidst an escalating dispute over the formation of a separate student structure.

BDP embraces opposition unity after defeat

Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) appears to be warming up to cooperation with other opposition parties after a string of disappointing by-election results, culminating in its latest defeat in Sefhophe.

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.

BCP topples UDC in Sefhophe by-election

Opposition Botswana Congress Party (BCP) has defeated the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) in the Sefhophe council by-election, securing 800 votes against the latter’s 705 in a contest that could signal growing voter dissatisfaction with the ruling party.

Diplomatic relations must be on equal footing

“Let us never negotiate out of fear.But let us never fear to negotiate”– John F. KennedySupport for healthcare, education, skills and infrastructure can improve lives. The reaffirmed commitment to the Mmopane–Block 8 road is welcome for the prospect of better transport links for surrounding communities.China has shown willingness to assist Botswana, and government deserves credit for securing these commitments. However, the success of our...

Mmegi Editor | 23 October 2026

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Public, private sector called to strengthen partnership

Mampori gets life sentences to protect women from killings

A letter to Batswana, President Boko: Let’s give the Swaneng quintet the national honour

Hotel 4:30 wins three global luxury awards

I am unable not to get involved-Dow

Coca Cola system drives $3.6 billion economic impact across COMESA

Death row convict handed two life terms

I am unable not to get involved-Dow

Hotel 4:30 wins three global luxury awards

Boko’s ‘no social contract’ words haunt UDC post-Sefhophe

BCPYL suspends Saleshando's son

BDP embraces opposition unity after defeat

Bantu Film Festival challenges Botswana to build real film economy

BCP topples UDC in Sefhophe by-election

Diplomatic relations must be on equal footing