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ONALENNA MODIKWA
Staff Writer
  • Rabasimane blasts gov’t for wastage

    Rabasimane wondered why the emptiness of the state coffers is always the excuse when it comes to implementing salary increases for the workers who toil to make up the riches of the country.However, he surprised that when it comes to implementing...

  • Companies rescue Tloga Tloga JSS

    Tloga Tloga, located in Block 5 suburbs, Gaborone, is one of the schools faced with resource constraints, insufficient funding, inadequate laboratories, and a shortage of teaching and learning materials. Despite these handicaps, the school is always...

  • Mascom returns to Maun horseracing with P200,000 sponsorship

    Mascom’s sponsorship is part of a broader collaboration with Sunbet Botswana, Together, the two companies are proud to serve as joint platinum sponsors of the Ma-Sa Easter Cup Horse Race—united in their commitment to uplifting sport and...

  • Stage set for Stanbic's Music N Lifestyle festival

    Scheduled for April 26 at the Royal Aria Grounds in Tlokweng, the highly-anticipated event promises an unparalleled fusion of music, art, fashion, and culinary delights. Attendees can prepare to be captivated by an eclectic mix of talent. Headlining...

  • Global Expo slated for October

    Gaborone will take centre stage again as the capital hosts the annual Global Expo Botswana (GEB2025) from October 8-11, 2025 under the theme, ‘Unlocking Botswana’s potential: Partnerships for Sustainable Growth’. According to the Botswana...

  • Cresta Jwaneng hotel feels impact of prolonged diamond downturn

    The hotel, which opened in mid-2024 in partnership with the Debswana Pension Fund, was expected to benefit from the mining town’s economic activity. However, reduced diamond sales have led to cost-cutting measures by the diamond miner, meaning that...

  • BoFiNet invests P100m in upgrading Botswana’s internet gateway

    The state-owned wholesale provider of national and international telecommunication infrastructure stated P100 million has been spent in a strategic initiative to upgrade the country’s internet gateway. BoFiNet added the projects are meant to usher...

  • Bomaid drives inclusive health via engagement, sponsorships

    With a robust calendar of wellness, healthcare, and community events planned between April and June 2025, Bomaid continues to entrench its brand as a trusted advocate for collective wellbeing. These engagements build on the Society’s flagship STEPS...

  • Unbelievable Entertainment is Yours to Own with DStv

    MultiChoice Botswana recently hosted an experiential content showcase, where media and local content creators were introduced to upcoming content set to keep customers hooked and entertained in 2025. From the return of leading drama series, Shaka...

  • Botswana’s fiscal crossroads: Debt, development, recurrent expenditure

    With a total budget of P97.61 billion, a swelling deficit of P24.7 billion, and total public debt now at P74 billion (25.75% of GDP), the country stands at a crossroads.The lingering question in the minds of many is ‘how is the deficit going to be...

  • Bomaid Reinforces Media Partnership & Wellness Commitment at 2025 Engagement

    The well-attended event brought together media professionals, Bomaid executives, and staff for a morning of strategic updates and partnership reaffirmation. CEO Mr. Moraki Mokgosana opened the session with a heartfelt acknowledgment of the media’s...

  • HEYANA Music Festival in early preparations

    The oraginsers this week announced new dates for the highly anticipated events. According to the festival organiser, Massie Hule, the show's festivities will begin the festivities on December 30 and 31, with the main event culminating on New...

  • Mascom shines spotlight on informal women entrepreneurs

    These women are the backbone of Botswana’s informal economy, and the local telecommunications giant’s initiative aimed to celebrate, support, and scale their efforts. The WConnect event served as a platform for networking, a space for...

  • United for Epilepsy: Debswana calls for more awareness, support

    Speaking at Purple Day, an event where Botswana joins the international community to commemorate International Epilepsy Day, she emphasised the importance of increasing global awareness about epilepsy.Her call to action is part of a broader...

  • Remembering Cde Ramokopelwa

    According to a notice from the Botswana Guardian/Midweek, where he was the Business Editor, Ramokopelwa lost his life after a short illness. Ever since then, tributes have been pouring in from media colleagues and business he interacted with during...

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