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Larona Makhaiza
  • Meteorological services urges Batswana to stay vigilant

    "Heavy falls of 50mm or more in 24 hours with potential of flash flooding are expected in some areas of the country. Therefore, the public is advised to take necessary precautions," reported the meteorological service.Since the heavy rainfalls over...

  • 'Most reported missing persons not missing'

    In his address yesterday, Mohwasa acknowledged that there is scourge of crime activities in the country ranging from murder, rape and of missing persons among others.Regarding missing persons, the minister said despite the frustrations that are being...

  • BAC, UN partnership to advance SDGs

    BAC Executive Director, Serty Leburu, stated that the partnership offers them an opportunity to promote the SDGs on a larger scale. She noted that as the institution alone there isn't much they could do but with the UN by their side they will...

  • Dragging probe into alleged serial rapist case irks magistrate

    Speaking before court, Prosecutor Simon Galebonwe stated that investigations in the case are still ongoing and are taking longer than they had envisioned. “We are still waiting for the forensic reports from the forensics who are comparing the...

  • Police record 29 murders, 133 rape cases in January

    The figures were revealed by the Minister of State President Moeti Mohwasa when addressing the media today in collaboration with the BPS commissioner, Dinah Marathe. Mohwasa’s address was focused on updating the nation about the state of public...

  • Zakhem undeterred by BFL charges

    The BFL released a statement over the weekend indicating that Zakhem had been formally charged for his conduct after GU’s recent game against BDF XI at the BPSC Stadium. “Having considered the evidence before them, BFL office of the chief...

  • Keorapetse vows to make Parliament independent

    Keorapetse, who was the Leader of Opposition (LoO) taking over from Dumelang Saleshando in the last Parliament, stated that it is quite imperative for Parliament to be independent. He stressed this when addressing the media at the Parliament building...

  • Miss Botswana visits tourism sites

    In partnership with Botswana Tourism Organization (BTO), Gaothusi will visit the tourism sites starting this week.Botswana prides itself with its rich tourism sites that offer an array of different adventures, which will be pivotal for Gaothusi at...

  • Gov't confirms Tebelopele nationwide shutdown

    According to Ministry of Health spokesperson Christopher Nyanga, following their initial statement that the United States of America (USA) will withdraw from the World Health Organization, which would not affect the availability of ARVs, the ministry...

  • Stepfather found guilty for hitting 13 months baby with a pipe

    He is said to have brutally hit a 13-months-old baby with a plastic pipe. The guilty verdict was passed by Magistrate Keabetswe Majuta following fact presentation by the prosecutions. As the stepfather of the child at the time of the offence, Masisi...

  • RNB On The Lawn returns

    Slated for February 16 at Bush Corner Sip & Grill in Tlokweng, event partner DJ Frostbite told Arts&Culture that this edition could not have come at a better time. He said it offers lovers a moment and opportunity to re-ignite the spark.“The theme...

  • JC 2024 results show slight improvement

    In a statement released by the examination body announcing the results this evening, both the government and private performed better than the 2023 candidates did. From government, candidates in grade C or better recorded an increase of 1.47 percent...

  • Farewell Dr Chiepe

    The funeral service was attended by President Duma Boko as it had been communicated and former president Mokgweetsi Masisi was amongst other dignitaries who reflected on the profound impact Chiepe had on Botswana's development. Chiepe, who passed...

  • Magistrate refuses to grant bail for murder-accused, despite state non opposal

    Sitwane is accused of fatally stabbing Donald Melato, 32, with a sharp object during Dikhwaere competitions over the Boxing Day holiday at Goo-Ragaobotse ward in Ramotswa. Melato was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital. Appearing before...

  • No State funeral for Chiepe

    Chiepe, a trailblazer in various fields including education, diplomacy, and politics, passed away peacefully on Sunday at her home at around 8am. She was the first Motswana woman to earn a college degree, which subsequently earned her the nickname of...

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