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Larona Makhaiza
  • Selolwane's fight for freedom continues

    Accused of sexually abusing a 13-year-old girl, Selolwane will appeal for bail before the Gaborone High Court on August 30 after multiple denials at the Broadhurst Magistrate Court.The child's mother and her friend are charged along with...

  • Legwale, Mkhuha escape death penalty

    Thato’s life was cut short back in September 2015 after Legwale ordered a hit on his now ex-wife Dimpho Meswele, the sister of the murder victim. Justice Michael Leburu concluded if Legwale hadn't believed that Dimpho and his mother-in-law,...

  • Heineken Beverage unveils 650ml bottle

    The Grand Palm's ambiance was transformed into a luxurious experience with an attractive décor, soft lighting, and a touch of Heineken's signature green. The exclusive event was a blend of celebrations and immersing of oneself in the new...

  • MoH acts against Mpox disease

    “The recent global surge in Mpox cases has resulted in WHO declaring Mpox disease a public health emergency of international concern, in line with this declaration African CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) declared Mpox disease a...

  • Thari Ya Sechaba a song for women

    He describes it as a song of appreciation for women. In an interview with Arts&Culture this week, B Bolokwe whose real names are Boatametse Bolokwe stated that when composing the song, there was only one thing at the back of his mind, which is to...

  • Miss Botswana acknowledges need for improvement

    Since her crowning in March 2024, Gaothusi has come under scrutiny with her choice of clothes. Things took a turn for the worst this week when Gaothusi showed up at the Botswana Olympics team welcoming ceremony wearing a white two-piece...

  • Court dismisses traditional doctor's rape case

    When the victim who is a minor took a stand at the Extension II Magistrate's Court to testify, the minor surprised the court stating that, “Nothing happened” when asked to state her case by the state prosecutor, Nelly Seabueng. Following the...

  • Woman hit by car, fights for survival at GPH

    The young woman is reported to have sustained head injuries. Broadhurst Police Station commander, Superintendent Obusitswe Lokae confirmed the incident to The Monitor over the weekend. He revealed that the young woman was hit by the car during the...

  • Khama pays tribute to Kgosi

    Through a statement this morning, on his official Facebook account, the former president who is on self-imposed exile stated that he was shocked to learn of the passing of the former DIS boss. “I woke up yesterday morning to the tragic news that my...

  • UDC cry sabotage ahead of manifesto launch

    The coalition had mapped out that their manifesto launch would be hosted at the University of Botswana (UB) Amphitheatre tomorrow but have now moved the launch to Royal Aria Stadium. “We had booked at the UB sports centre where we were supposed to...

  • Ban T drops Tiddy's revenge

    The artist told the media at a listening session at Tounnel Lounge on Thursday that the offering took almost three years to complete. “This is a music project that I have worked on exactly for two and half years,” Ban T said. “When I say two...

  • Suspected serial rapist charged, remanded

    Appearing for arraignment following a lengthy probe, the accused, though slapped with a single count of rape, could end up facing more should the other 30 cases lead to further charges. Investigating Officer (IO) Tiboni Lucas stated that Loeto might...

  • Murder accused doesn't oppose bail denial

    Mokone is suspected of killing Tlhatswane after hitting him with a brick on the head on August 3, 2024, at Lesetlhana Ward in Ramotswa. Mokone, who was formally charged with murder, was further remanded in police custody as the prosecutor, Simon...

  • BFA to decide Chiefs, Gunners’ fate this week

    In an interview with Sport Monitor, Botswana Football Association (BFA) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mfolo Mfolo revealed that the National Executive Committee (NEC) is expected to sit this week and make a decision. “NEC will meet this week to...

  • Kgope returns to impart knowledge

    Kgope has mounted an exhibition alongside top Zimbabwean artist, Batsirai Muskwe, which opened last week Thursday. Whilst he is not a fan of local exhibitions, Uhuru, as he is commonly known, says this is the opportunity to share knowledge with young...

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