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Friday, December 12, 2025

As the country marked the International Human Rights Day this week under the theme “Human Rights, Our Everyday Essentials,” we are reminded that dignity, justice, and equality are not abstract concepts but the bedrock of a cohesive and prosperous society.

Mmegi Editor | 12 December 2025

Following Motshegwa’s address, Bakgatla Ba Kgafela expressed immense joy and pride

Bakgatla Ba Kgafela celebrate as Kgosi Kgafela’s charges are dropped

MOCHUDI:Bakgatla Ba Kgafela have expressed overwhelming joy and relief after the Minister of Local Government and Traditional Affairs, Ketlhalefile Motshegwa pronounced that all charges against their long self-imposed exile Kgosi, Kgafela have been dropped; clearing the way for his much-anticipated return to his home soil.

Larona Makhaiza | 12 December 2025

First Lady's office hosts second annual thanks giving ceremony

The Office of the First Lady is set to host the second national Thanksgiving ceremony this Sunday at Bible Life Ministries, marking a continuation of an agreement reached last year with churches throughout Botswana to establish the event as an annual tradition.

Opelo Rakereng | 12 December 2025

A gender analysis shows that female candidates outperformed their male counterparts at grades A, B and C. PIC KENNEDY RAMOKONE

PSLE performance on upward trend

Botswana Examinations Council (BEC) has this week released the 2025 Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) results, revealing a steady improvement in overall learner performance over the past four years.

Pini Bothoko | 12 December 2025

Bona Life launched the Maruapula Loxion Golf Programme PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE

Bona Life tee-off Maruapula Loxion Golf journey

From time immemorial, golf has always been considered a sport for the elite members of the community, and an expensive sport reserved for the wealthy, a mindset that Bona Life Insurance intends to change.

Calistus Kolantsho | 12 December 2025

Cops arrest young man, seize dagga in Metsimotlhabe

A 26-year-old man from Metsimotlhabe was arrested after police, acting on a tip-off, allegedly found him in possession of substances suspected to be dagga.

Pini Bothoko | 09 December 2025

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

Second Mogoditshane rape attack in two weeks

Mogoditshane police are investigating a second rape case, following a new attack on an 18-year-old girl.

Pini Bothoko | 09 December 2025

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Suspected suicide behind Sir Seretse Khama Barracks

A 26-year-old man was discovered hanging from a tree in the bush behind Sir Seretse Khama Barracks on Saturday, in what police suspect to be a case of suicide.

Pini Bothoko | 09 December 2025

Green diamonds: The country's is increasing its solar generation as part of reducing emissions and contributing to global clean energy targets

Operations kick off at bigger Mmadinare solar plant

Norwegian renewable energy giant, Scatec ASA, says the second 60MW phase of its 120MW Mmadinare solar facility has officially begun commercial operations.

Mbongeni Mguni | 10 December 2025

Mathoothe calls for renewed purpose as Trade Ministry turns 60

Assistant Minister of Trade and Entrepreneurship, Baratiwa Mathoothe, has called for a renewed collective purpose as his Ministry embarks on the next 60 years.

Laone Choeunyane | 09 December 2025

Botswana’s economy expected to operate below full capacity

Lesedi Mkhutshwa | 09 December 2025

Shopping with the hubby: The untold horror story

Thulaganyo Jankey | 09 December 2025

Mophato Dance Theatre shines with Night Under the Stars

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 09 December 2025

Deadly weekend demands immediate vigilance

The Monitor Editor | 09 December 2025

Zebras plead for 50% housing discount

Kabelo Boranabi | 09 December 2025

Same sex couple sues gov't for right to marry

Sharon Mathala | 09 December 2025

Same sex couple sues gov't for right to marry

A legal battle has begun at the High Court as a same-sex couple pursues marriage equality. The couple, Bonolo Selelo and Tsholofelo Kumile, has taken the government to court, challenging the Marriage Act, which they say forbids same-sex marriages.

Contraband is the lifeblood of a thriving underground economy, including mobile phones, drugs, and cigarettes

Mahalapye Prison’s thriving underground economy

MAHALAPYE: Oftentimes, we hear of the prison shadow economy. Mmegi Staffer SHARON MATHALA uncovers the horrifying reality behind the locked gates of Mahalapye State Prison in this exclusive interview with inmates

Molope wins Toyota Corolla Sedan in OLDM charity raffle

FRANCISTOWN:A lucky Motswana man , Erick Molope, has won a preloved Toyota Corolla sedan in the Debswana Orapa, Letlhakane, and Damtshaa Mines (OLDM) Annual General Manager's Charity Walk Car Raffle.

Boko’s judicial ‘headhunting’ irks LSB

Law Society of Botswana (LSB) is challenging the sudden appointment of former Attorney General (AG), Mmako Abram, to the High Court bench, saying the move amounts to “pure headhunting” that destroys fairness, shuts out deserving lawyers, and shakes public trust in the courts.

Tariq Babitseng speaking during Zebras send off ceremony. PIC PHATSIMO KAPENG

Zebras walk into AFCON With P4 Million more in the bank

Before the first whistle blows in Morocco, the Zebras are guaranteed more than P4 million in player incentives for their participation at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals scheduled later this month.

Operations kick off at bigger Mmadinare solar plant

Norwegian renewable energy giant, Scatec ASA, says the second 60MW phase of its 120MW Mmadinare solar facility has officially begun commercial operations.

Historic appointment: Ntesang is the new BCA chief executive officer

Ntesang becomes first Motswana cricket CEO

Experienced administrator, Tebogo ‘Gerda’ Ntesang has made history after she became the first Motswana and woman to be appointed CEO of the Botswana Cricket Association (BCA). She joins the body following early retirement from the Ministry of Sport and Arts (MoSA) where she served as Principal Programmes Officer.

Shopping with the hubby: The untold horror story

The feedback was like a clearance sale: insults 50% off, sarcasm buy one get one free and unsolicited advice in bulk. One kind guy though offered me a spare couch to sleep on. Basically the feedback ranged from marriage counselling to witness protection. Now feedback from women is sharper and more pointed than a porcupine quills in combat mode. Women don’t just say ‘I didn’t like that.’They pull out receipts, quote your exact words and...

Thulaganyo Jankey | 09 December 2025

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Mathoothe calls for renewed purpose as Trade Ministry turns 60

Botswana’s economy expected to operate below full capacity

Shopping with the hubby: The untold horror story

Mophato Dance Theatre shines with Night Under the Stars

Deadly weekend demands immediate vigilance

Zebras plead for 50% housing discount

Same sex couple sues gov't for right to marry

Same sex couple sues gov't for right to marry

Mahalapye Prison’s thriving underground economy

Molope wins Toyota Corolla Sedan in OLDM charity raffle

Boko’s judicial ‘headhunting’ irks LSB

Zebras walk into AFCON With P4 Million more in the bank

Operations kick off at bigger Mmadinare solar plant

Ntesang becomes first Motswana cricket CEO

Shopping with the hubby: The untold horror story