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Pini Bothoko
  • Newsrooms urged to tackle gender harassment head-on

    The remarks were made by Professor Admire Mare of Denhe Reruzivo Consultancy Hub at during a two-day media training workshop on Cyber Security and Gender harassment recently.The workshop was hosted by Intel Watch at Mmegi and The Monitor offices in...

  • Man dies after being hit by car in Tsolamosese

    No.13 District Officer Commanding, Senior Superintendent Obusitswe Lokae, said the fatal accident occurred around 10:10pm.The deceased was reportedly walking with a group of about five young men when the tragedy happened.“It is alleged that the...

  • Love triangle turns deadly in Mmatshumo

    According to Letlhakane Police Station acting commander, Tsholofelo Masole, the tragic incident occurred around 2am when the two men allegedly met unexpectedly at the same woman’s home.A heated argument broke out between the two, who are believed...

  • Thugs rob house party guests at knifepoint in Block 7

    The incident was confirmed by No.13 District Officer Commanding, Senior Superintendent Obusitswe Lokae, who said the robbery took place around 6:30pm.“It is alleged that a group of about six young men pounced on attendees at the party, ordered them...

  • Four seriously injured in minibus accident near Mmatseta

    The accident occurred around 8:30am along the Metsimotlhabe–Kopong road when the driver of the 25-seater minibus reportedly lost control of the vehicle after hitting a pothole.The vehicle veered off the road and plunged into nearby bushes,...

  • Four seriously injured in minibus accident near Mmatseta

    The accident occurred around 8:30am along the Metsimotlhabe–Kopong road when the driver of the 25-seater minibus reportedly lost control of the vehicle after hitting a pothole.The vehicle veered off the road and plunged into nearby bushes,...

  • Suspected Mogonye robber hospitalised after mob justice attack

    The man, along with an accomplice who is still on the run, allegedly broke into a home in the early hours of the morning and attacked a 47-year-old woman and her 23-year-old daughter whilst they were asleep.Confirming the incident, No.13 District...

  • Truck accident sparks 3am looting frenzy in Mahalapye

    The accident occurred around 3am, and despite the biting cold, scores of residents quickly descended on the scene to help themselves to the scattered sacks of maize meal. The vehicle, which was en route to Zambia from the southern part of Botswana,...

  • Kgatleng raises alarm over policing challenges, crime surge

    Delivering his address during a full council meeting recently, he revealed that the police-to-population ratio across the district stands at one officer for every 222 residents, with the situation worsening in Mochudi, where one officer serves 293...

  • Letlhakane man critical after violent fight with brother

    The shocking incident occurred in Phase 1 ward, Letlhakane, shortly after the two siblings were last seen leaving a local bar following its closure.Whilst the cause of the fight remains unknown, police say the pair was found in a violent...

  • Driver, 33, dies in Ramotswa flyover crash

    “The vehicle had four occupants, including the driver. The three passengers, aged between 25 and 35, sustained only minor injuries. They were treated at Bamalete Lutheran Hospital and released the same night,” he said.According to Lokae,...

  • Goat thefts surge as Palapye police suspect syndicate

    According to Palapye Police Station assistant commander, Assistant Superintendent Goletwa Kethamile, nine goats were stolen last Friday night whilst kraaled at Maape Lands, a case in which police are currently investigating.The incident follows a...

  • Cop witnesses pick axe attack near Naledi Police Station

    The incident, which occurred around 9am on Saturday morning, left a 40-year-old man nursing a fractured left hand after he was struck from behind with the heavy tool by another man who immediately fled the scene.No.13 District Officer Commanding,...

  • Pedestrian dies in Mahalapye–Shoshong road mishap

    The deceased, 53, met his fate when an oncoming Audi A3 fatally crashed onto him.Mahalapye Central Police Station commander, Superintendent Meshack Ranku said the accident occurred at 6:30pm near Mphampha Shopping Complex."He was rushed to Mahalapye...

  • Selebi-Phikwe pins hopes on BCL inquiry findings

    Addressing a full council meeting recently, Selebi-Phikwe mayor, Oageng Makgosa, said the town is expectantly awaiting the outcome of the government commissioned inquiry.Many believe the results could bring long-awaited closure and a path forward for...

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