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ONALENNA MODIKWA
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  • High Court Sale: Plot 40361 Gaborone Execution Auction

    MOTLHABI JIN THE HIGH COURT OF THE REPUBLIC OF BOTSWANA HELD AT LOBATSECase No. CVHGB-001837-23In the matter between:NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT BANK PLAINTIFFAndDISEKO AGRI 1st DEFENDANTBOIKAEGO PHOLE 2nd DEFENDANTNOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTIONBE PLEASED TO...

  • Grand Palm launches 30-year celebrations with Gin experience

    As part of the hotel’s 30th anniversary celebrations, the festival marked the first of three planned instalments, setting the tone for what promises to be a memorable series of events. This year’s edition saw a notable change in venue, moving...

  • Boko defies Batswana on ConCourt

    Backed by ruling Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) legislators, the Bill sailed through yesterday with a commanding majority, cementing Boko’s determination to establish a Constitutional Court (ConCourt), even as voices from across the country...

  • Bank Gaborone Kgwebo Connect Series drives SME conversations on funding, growth

    In the latest episode, the bank facilitated a conversation with Bespoke Real Estate Advisory (BREAD), Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dabilo Mokoni and Local Enterprise Authority (LEA) acting Head of Corporate Affairs, Boipuso Nyatshane, focusing on...

  • Man charged with possession of uncut diamonds

    Matlhare is alleged to have been found in possession of the diamonds on or about March 12, 2026, at Doppio Zero. According to the charge sheet, he was not authorised or exempt in any manner to possess the precious stones.The state alleges that the...

  • Modipane crowned Miss Botswana 2026 in dazzling finale

    Modipane takes over the reins from Miss World Botswana, Ruth Thomas, 24, who will soon jet off to the 73rd Miss World competition. The weekend’s grand finale coincides with the country’s 60th independence anniversary, and so the organisers...

  • Procurement spend hits P33.5bn amid reform pressure

    It was revealed during the National Public Procurement Pitso that Botswana’s public procurement system processed P33.5 billion in spending over the past year, placing renewed focus on its central role in the economy even as concerns persist over...

  • There is no such thing as ritual killings in our laws- Mohwasa

    This was revealed by the Minister for State President, Defence, and Security Moeti Mohwasa. Mohwasa was responding to a parliamentary question from Member of Parliament (MP) for Serowe South, Leepetswe Lesedi.Lesedi had sought to find out from...

  • Natural diamonds dazzle Hollywood at Oscars

    Several celebrities wore the Desert Diamonds “beacon” of jewellery collection launched by De Beers. A beacon is a jewellery concept that enables various industry players to participate in a category marketing initiative.Desert Diamond was De...

  • Botswana to host SHERQ Impact Awards 2026

    The event will take place on April 27–28, 2026, in Kasane, Chobe District, and is expected to draw government leaders, industry experts and professionals from across Botswana and the wider Southern African Development Community region.The awards...

  • CTO Gov’t fleet crisis deepens as vehicles grounded

    A visit by Mmegi to the workshops in Gaborone revealed rows of government vehicles parked bumper to bumper, many of them grounded for years, according to sources within GFM. Some units, including relatively new models, depicted signs of being parked...

  • Gov't moves to close tax gaps

    Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS) Commissioner General, Phodiso Valashia, said the country can no longer rely on traditional revenue streams and must urgently strengthen its tax base as it takes on a greater share of financing its own...

  • Local female journalist scoops regional award

    Lephoi’s work stood out for its depth, impact, and commitment to amplifying marginalised voices, marking a significant milestone in promoting diverse and inclusive storytelling in the region. The awards were presented for the first time as part of...

  • BITC to host Botswana-Mauritius business forum

    According to the investment promotion body, the forum forms part of ongoing efforts by the Government of Mauritius to position the island nation as a secure destination for African markets and a regional hub for innovation and technology-driven...

  • Nigeria picked to host Intra-African Trade Fair 2027

    Last week, the most populous country in the continent signed the host agreement at a ceremony in Lagos, the designated ‘host city’. The signing was done in partnership with African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), the African Union Commission...

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