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As I watched KZN confidently sell its story, I found myself reflecting deeply not just on the experiences I was having, but on what Botswana could be if we embraced tourism the way South Africa has, especially in provinces like KwaZulu-Natal.“Come...

In a packed auditorium at this year’s Africa Travel Indaba hosted in Durban, the conversation around sports and entertainment tourism sparked debate amongst African countries. The panellists spoke about how music festivals, international...

The Botswana Tourism stall stood in the middle of the hall filled with 27 other participating countries, notably the blue, black, and white flag under the stewardship of Botswana Tourism pavilion buzzed with activity.More than just a stand, it was a...

Speaking at the ongoing Africa’s Travel Indaba in Durban, leaders stressed that joint efforts are vital to unlock the continent’s tourism potential.“Gone are the days when we viewed each other as competitors,” Zambia’s Minister of Tourism,...

About 39 local operators will participate at the Indaba which is expected to attract an estimated 9,000 delegates over the course of the show.The event will officially be opened by South Africa’s Deputy President, Paul Mashatile, while Minister of...

Khama has termed the ministerial decision through a letter, an attack on Bogosi's freedoms.In the letter dated April 16, 2025, the Ministry of Local Government and Traditional Affairs wrote to all Dikgosi to caution them that it is unacceptable...

Voting will take place in Gaborone at Staybridge Golfview Suites with results expected to be announced before end of day.At the heart of the contest is the race for the presidency, where four contenders vie for the coveted top seat. Born and Raised...

A memorial service for Botswana's first coach to take the national team, the Zebras, to its first ever Africa Cup of Nations final, will be held at the National Stadium at 2:30pm tomorrow. As tributes continue to pour in for the fallen football...

While the country’s regulators, including the Botswana Unified Revenue Service, have previously pointed to the possibility of tax avoidance and dirty money amongst some local businesses with owners of Asian origin, FIA’s study is...

The Chief Magistrate Gofaone Morweng sentenced Lection Jakobisi on Tuesday morning for rape. During mitigation, the convicted Jakobisi pleaded with the magistrate to allow him to ask for forgiveness from his 54-year-old victim.The background of the...

Mogoditshane Chief Magistrate , Gofaone Morweng has spared a young mother who was charged and found guilty procuring abortion contrary to section 161 of the Penal Code (Cap. 08:01) Laws Botswana, opting to give her a suspended sentence instead of a...

The group responded today following allegations made by former president, Mokgweetsi Masisi yesterday in which he accused De Beers of funding the Umbrella for Democracy’s election campaign last year.“In line with our Code of Conduct, which is...

. Mmegi has seen the complete investigation docket on the former minister of Tourism, Tshekedi ‘TK’ Khama's alleged abuse of office. The scandal traces its roots back to a 2017 alleged presidential directive and after years of investigation,...

According to a leaked Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime (DCEC) docket, he is facing a charge of corruption as the graft-busting agency has preferred charges against him alongside six others including former minister of Tourism, Tshekedi...

To be hosted under the theme; African Elegance, this year’s pageant promises to be a spectacle as the nation crowns its next queen to succeed Anicia Gaothuse. Miss Botswana has been under intense public scrutiny following the withdrawal of two Top...