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Their concerns highlight the need for meaningful dialogue between government and relevant stakeholders to ensure the best interests of the country are served.This was in addition to other voices from opposition politicians and civil society...

Mokgweetsi Masisi’s recent spats regarding the supposed involvement of Eswatini and South Africa in accommodating former president Ian Khama have sparked concerns about the potential ramifications on diplomatic relations. While transparency is...

The expeditious proliferation of news through social media channels often outpaces official verification processes, paving the path for misinformation to spread unchecked. The recent tragedy underscores the necessity for restraint and sensitivity in...

While the UK government may perceive this move as a moral imperative, it is, in reality, a misguided attempt at virtue signaling that overlooks the dynamics of wildlife conservation and the sovereignty of nations. Masisi characterised the proposed...

This week, the Botswana Institute for Development Policy Analysis (BIDPA) presented a draft study on the entrepreneurship landscape in Botswana that revealed horrific figures over how the taxpayer’s money goes down the drain in some of government...

The chieftainship spats between Seretse and Khama’s uncles have purely degenerated into a permanent elephant in the room and it does not seem anyone cares to ensure this hurdle is dealt with promptly for the attainment of peace for GammaNgwato’s...

However, as a newspaper, we want to raise few disquiets for the umpteenth time with Khama, of course, and remind him that the country that he is robustly de-campaigning is now feeling the pain of his harm. Batswana need Khama to use his...

While political disagreements are inevitable, such disputes mustn’t overshadow the welfare of the people. Khama’s legacy as a leader who championed community development should guide his approach in resolving these disputes.His tenure as...

One alarming observation is the apparent lack of readiness shown by the IEC. Despite the infrequent occurrence of general elections — once every five years — the Commission’s readiness appears questionable. The decision to employ civil servants...

The disturbing events of May 17, 2022, serve as a reminder of the risks faced by those who dedicate themselves to upholding justice.As Korae’s plea for continuity before a specific magistrate was denied, his reaction escalated from verbal...

According to the published plans, by September, the G7 expects to have established a certification system that will require the world’s polished diamonds to be sent through Antwerp, Belgium for certification first, before being allowed to trade...

The goals, saves and celebrations on the pitch have, for the past month, sadly been replaced by an ugly boardroom episode.The Botswana Football League (BFL) brawl has steadily spread like cancer and is now holding local football hostage. There are no...

South Africa, Mozambique, Rwanda and Ghana (further in West Africa) amongst others like Botswana, will at different periods hold national polls to usher in new governments.As we draw a set of our personal and professional goals, let us make a...

It may have not been easy battling with deadlines, but together as a team we have made it possible to ensure our readers enjoyed uninterrupted access to our conventional editions and online platforms which were always beaming to the seams with ‘The...

Worse, even the presumably safest places like churches and hospitals amongst others are not safe anymore as criminals are not even ashamed to rob the places of worship, pastors, the sick, medical doctors and people living with disabilities.Depending...