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Keorapetse has surprised many by upholding fairness and integrity in his role as Speaker of the House. Despite his departure from the Botswana Congress Party (BCP), a split that occurred when the party withdrew from the Umbrella for Democratic Change...

This shift has sparked curiosity amongst Batswana, who are eager to see how the new government manages parliamentary debates and national affairs. One of the key issues highlighted during the early days of this Parliament is the apparent need for a...

They say she was unapologetically outspoken and firmly believed in feminism and women’s empowerment. Her convictions were unwavering, and she never hesitated to challenge societal norms or authority. Interestingly, it was difficult to pin Mosime...

HATSALATLADI: The name Hatsalatladi also means “where lightning strikes,” and for decades, the village has experienced recurring and worsening ground cracks.These cracks have caused widespread fear amongst the residents, who dread the possibility...

During the congress, a new party leadership will be elected to steer the BDP until the next general election. So far, party veteran Mpho Balopi and youthful Ame Makoba have officially expressed their interest in the presidency.Currently, the party is...

The UDC itself, uncertain of its victory, relied heavily on the hopes and support from Batswana to make this success possible. The UDC's coalition model, which began in 2013, first gained momentum during the 2014 general elections when it started...

The upcoming period will likely feel like the longest five years in the party’s history, as it navigates the unfamiliar terrain of opposition for the first time. In an unprecedented turn of events, the BDP suffered a humiliating defeat in the...

The family grappled with the heartbreak of being unable to bury their father for nearly three years. His remains were kept at Joyce’s Mortuary in Gantsi. Their hopes had nearly diminished as legal battles with the government left them with no...

For 58 years, opposition political parties in Botswana had persistently failed to take over government. Despite this prolonged struggle, various political parties never gave up, but instead they continuously pushed to strengthen democracy. However,...

The union's leadership made the calls earlier this week. “BONU strongly believes that the Ministry harbours a discriminatory and negative attitude towards nurses and midwives. This perception is substantiated by the fact that the majority of...

Responding to the State of National Address (SONA) in Parliament on Tuesday, the Member of Parliament (MP) for Gaborone Bonnington North constituency, said one of the most critical priorities of the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC)-led...

The election for the two pivotal positions is scheduled for next Thursday, and candidates are already making their intentions known. Mmegi has learned that three contenders are in the running. Leading the pack, according to current indications, is...

The UDC comprises of the Alliance for Progressives (AP), the Botswana National Front (BNF), and the Botswana People's Party (BPP). This new found momentum has brought an influx of applications, with each affiliate reporting no fewer than 50-100...

The members strongly oppose the decision to hold the party's congress next July, arguing that the proposed date is too far away. Instead, they are advocating for the congress to take place early next year to provide an opportunity for new members...

“This amount is for Joyce’s Funeral Parlour,” Moeti stated. “Due to the extended period the deceased spent in the mortuary, his body will not be available for public viewing. The government has assured us that it would cover the expenses....