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Otlarongwa Kgweetsi
  • LEA sets sights on agric, manufacturing

    These projects will be carried out in collaboration with Small, Micro and Medium Enterprises (SMME) in the country, said acting CEO Godfrey Molefe in a statement this week. These initiatives are part of LEA’s larger target of achieving a 17%...

  • Culture & Heritage Botswana Pageant Trust raises awareness

    The founder of Mr/Ms Culture & Heritage Botswana Pageant Trust, Millicent Shunda, said this year’s event was aimed at raising awareness about colon cancer while also promoting cultural exchange. The event, which was graced by different healthcare...

  • Kalahari Koola - Pioneers of locally produced beverages

    It was even problematic for net importers like Botswana, who rely heavily on imports from beverages to fuel and are reliant on established exporters like South Africa.However, the pandemic brought in business opportunities for a number of Batswana...

  • Miss Teen Africa Botswana Talent, Fashion Showcase on the cards

    Lame Jerry, the national director of Miss Teen Africa Botswana told Arts&Culture that the primary objective of the Talent and Fashion Showcase is to create an enabling environment for women empowerment.She said by providing a platform for young...

  • Pula The Musical nominated for Theatre Awards

    The musical, which had its debut play in November 2023 at the South African State Theatre, has been nominated in four categories namely, Best Lead in a Musical, Best Music Composer, Best Costume Design, and Best Musical. One of the highlights of the...

  • Asali’s products take beauty industry by storm

    However for Norma Asali Nlanda, a graduate of Economics and Public Administration from the University of Botswana, it was not to be case. Instead she chose to make a bold move to pursue entrepreneurship by establishing her own company, Asali Beauty,...

  • PPRA, BURS, BR settle 20-year old land dispute

    In its recently released annual report, the PPRA said negotiations between the three parastatals had been concluded, with the exchange of similar sized land. Land transfer processing and approvals for subdivision of the land were still underway as at...

  • Fashion Week to shine light on young designers

    The Fashion Week, which is organised by Starlight Studio, in partnership with Duma FM and Fashion Design and Creative Arts will be held under the theme, ‘Fashion Week of All Nations, Afrique Collections’. Its aim is to showcase and enhance the...

  • Mosenye’s tale of beauty and doctor

    The young medical practitioner, Dr Betty Mosenye, broke the norm and decided to use her spare time to unearth her entrepreneurial side.According to Mosenye, who is a medical doctor at Princess Marina Hospital, it all started in February 2022 while...

  • BSB profits up 147% despite challenges

    Half year results shared with investors on the Botswana Stock Exchange (BSE) this week attribute the profit before tax growth to higher fee and commission income, which witnessed a substantial increase of 105% year on year, primarily driven by the...

  • Len Bakeries; making sweet strides

    One company that has become a prominent name in the industry is Len Bakeries, which specialises in baking scones, cupcakes, mapakiwa and manufacturing of butter creams.Established in 2013, the business offers diverse products which include ice tea,...

  • Han-C celebrates 'ma94' with music show

    The event will be held on March 30. According to Han-C, 1994 marked a turning point in the nation's history, as it witnessed the birth of a new era of democracy and freedom. The multiple-award winner said this promises to be a memorable occasion,...

  • The menace of copper cable theft

    On Friday, four individuals aged between 22 and 37 years were arraigned before the Mahalapye Magistrate Court, on charges of theft and entering Botswana illegally. The accused, who reside in Tsolamosese, Mogoditshane, allegedly acted together to cut...

  • Taste of Africa to unite continent

    Organiser of the event, Dr Kennedy Ramojela explained that Taste of Africa is an occasion that goes beyond mere celebration. Just like Africa Day, the event serves as a platform for Africans to unite through shared projects and concepts, addressing...

  • JC, BGCSE results to be released soon

    In a press statement today, BEC stated that the announcement of results will allow students to make informed decisions regarding their educational pathways.While JCE results will be released during the week ending February 2, 2024, BEC has also...

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