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Pini Bothoko
  • Newborn baby found alive in pit latrine, woman arrested

    Confirming the incident, Woodhall Police Station commander, Superintendent Goitsemang Sekgabo, said the matter was reported by a 45-year-old woman who heard a baby crying late Saturday night.“The complainant reported that whilst asleep at around...

  • Tonota district tour to push self-reliance, investment

    Addressing a series of kgotla meetings across villages such as Mathangwane, Natale, Chadibe, Mandunyane and Serule, the Chairperson consistently emphasised that meaningful progress will depend on unity, hard work and a deliberate shift towards...

  • Botshabelo police investigate murder

    The incident occurred on March 8, 2026, when the now-deceased sustained severe head injuries and was hospitalised. He had reportedly been in and out of the hospital since the assault before succumbing to his injuries on Friday at Nyangabgwe Referral...

  • Four arrested for defying Foot and Mouth Disease ban

    The quartet, aged 33, 34, 36, and 53, were arrested on the outskirts of Flower Town whilst in the process of slaughtering the animal.Police say the act was carried out despite clear national restrictions prohibiting the slaughter of cloven-hoofed...

  • Passenger sustains injuries in motor accident

    The young man was a passenger in a Toyota Wish that had stopped in traffic ahead of the checkpoint when it was hit from behind by a speeding Nissan NP300.The impact forced the Toyota Wish into another vehicle, a combi transporting students. Dibete...

  • Driver dies in road mishap

    According to Broadhurst Traffic Officer, Assistant Superintendent Matlhogonolo Baraedi, police received a report of the incident at around 1 am. The deceased was the sole occupant of the vehicle at the time of the accident.Preliminary investigations...

  • Teen visionary Lihle takes Pan-African youth mission to Botswana

    Zilwa recently visited Botswana as part of her growing outreach, engaging learners and sharing her message of discipline, resilience, and self-belief. Her journey began early when she launched the Future Global Leaders Club, a platform that...

  • MPs warn against “Paper promises”

    Parliament this week unanimously approved the policy and its implementation plan, marking what the government describes as a significant step towards advancing youth development, inclusion and empowerment. However, MPs across the political divide...

  • Dagga dominates Botswana’s drug trade

    According to the report, dagga accounts for the largest share of drug-related proceeds, exceeding P48m, followed by a growing presence of methcathinone (commonly known as CAT) over P5m. Smaller quantities of other drugs, including cocaine,...

  • Elderly pedestrian dies after road accident near Mochudi

    No.12 District Traffic Officer, Superintendent Itumeleng Maruru, confirmed the incident, stating that they received a report on the matter on Saturday around noon. He said the elderly man sustained serious injuries and later succumbed whilst...

  • Man’s car burnt overnight, rival suspected

    The car owner had allegedly parked his Mazda Demio on Friday night after returning home from a night out with his girlfriend.“It is alleged that the couple went to sleep shortly after arriving home, only to wake up in the morning to find the...

  • Police probe defilement as 13-year-old suffers miscarriage

    It is alleged that the teenager began complaining of severe abdominal pains on Friday night whilst they were asleep.The youngster’s condition reportedly worsened, forcing her family to rush her to Nkoyaphiri Clinic at around 2am on Saturday to seek...

  • Gaborone West police warn motorists over rising car break-ins

    Gaborone West Police Station Commander, Superintendent Knight Molosiwa, said the incidents remain a concern, with police recording between three and four cases weekly. He noted that most cases occur on weekdays, particularly from 5pm, when people are...

  • Toddler hospitalised after being hit by car

    Confirming the incident, Mogoditshane Police Station acting commander, Assistant Superintendent Mompoloki Ramaphoi, said police are looking into the case.He explained that a 64-year-old driver had intended to move the vehicle forward, but mistakenly...

  • Nyatanga urges inmates to embrace rehab to reintegrate

    During his recent visit to the facility, Nyatanga encouraged prisoners to use their time in custody to reflect on their lives, accept their circumstances and adequately prepare for a productive future after incarceration. He emphasised that personal...

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