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Friday, May 16, 2025

Budget crisis: The stress of not worrying

Day by day, more indicators appear of the deepening challenges facing both the budget and the economy. Government’s approach involves action alongside transparency, but for many others, anxiety is peaking. MBONGENI MGUNI writes

Mbongeni Mguni | 16 May 2025

Tightrope act: Gaolathe says drastic measures are needed to rein in spending, while more streams of revenue are required PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

In the field: Dr Apps and Johane Masene, a BioBoundary field researcher, setting up scent deterrents

Maun researchers scoop P1.4m for scent-based predator control project

Researchers based out of Maun are replicating the complex compounds of scents produced by carnivorous predators and using these to control their movement. In the eternal battle for survival, farmers, livestock and the predators themselves can all win. MBONGENI MGUNI reports

Mbongeni Mguni | 16 May 2025

Ready or not: AI is already infused into many apps and programmes, as well as processes, whether users know it or not

Study reveals global mistrust of AI

A global study on trust in Artificial Intelligence (AI) released recently reveals that more than half of people globally are unwilling to trust AI, reflecting an underlying tension between its obvious benefits and perceived risks.

correspondent | 09 May 2025

Shining bright: Renewable energy access is increasing in Botswana PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

To lease or not lease: Regulatory requirements of rooftop solar projects

In recent years, Southern Africa has been facing a growing energy crisis, with increasing demand and declining traditional energy sources. This has led to an increased interest in renewable energy solutions, particularly rooftop solar projects. As an abundant and readily accessible source of clean energy, solar power is seen as a viable solution to the energy crisis in the region.

MARK MCKEE | 09 May 2025

PR’s role in the misinformation mania

Remember when working in PR was easy, slow-going and relaxed? Well, me neither, but a girl can dream.

Taazima Kala-Essack | 09 May 2025

Beyond borders: Ferguson is eyeing regional growth

FSG’s bold regional expansion plans

Local funeral services provider, FSG, seeks to triple the value of its business in five years, underpinned by the desire to expand into the region. With the local economy contracting, FSG group MD, Fergus Ferguson, tells TIMOTHY LEWANIKA, that the regional push is critical for growth

Lewanika Timothy | 09 May 2025

Making history: Rasebotsa, Tapela, Tsayang and Atamelang at a brief ceremony this week. Tapela and Tsayang have joined an elite group of female Air Botswana captains

Air Botswana makes history with female captains

Tshepiso Tsayang and Changu Tapela last week joined the elite club of female pilot captains at Air Botswana, being feted as an example of hard work, determination and excellence.

Staff Writer | 09 May 2025

The hidden power of Unit Trusts in retirement planning

Have you ever considered whether your current financial plan will support your desired standard of living in retirement? Are you concerned that your existing retirement scheme may not be sufficient in fulfilling your future needs? Or, are you self-employed without a retirement plan in place? If any of these questions resonate with you, this article is a must-read.

KAMOGELO MAHUPELA* | 02 May 2025

Coming soon: Full operations are scheduled to resume in coming years at Tati Nickel PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

The rebirth of hope at Tati

Phoenix Mine watched its sister, Selkirk snapped up for P67 million in 2022, while it remained gathering dust. Now, an Austrian investor has promised to pump in P2.8bn to raise Phoenix from its ashes. MBONGENI MGUNI writes

Mbongeni Mguni | 02 May 2025

On the streets: The country’s sex workers suffers all manner of discrimination and abuse

Sex workers plead with new gov’t on grievances

Sex workers are calling on the new government to hear their long-held pleas for equity. In a recent meeting, members of the marginalised group once again decried the discrimination and violence against their profession. NNASARETHA KGAMANYANE writes

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 18 April 2025

Trump tariffs: AGOA, agoing, agone?

Mbongeni Mguni | 18 April 2025

The plight of people of Okavango: But their land is beautiful!

Lewanika Timothy | 18 April 2025

The ‘trapped’ Western panhandle villages

Mbongeni Mguni | 18 April 2025

Now US tariffs – Will diamonds ever catch a break?

Mbongeni Mguni | 11 April 2025

Botswana’s tale of many strengths but master of none

Lewanika Timothy | 11 April 2025

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

Staff Writer | 11 April 2025

On alert: Dekop chairs the FSC PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

More lending rates to rise on liquidity squeeze

More banks are set to increase the interest rates they charge on loans, while others intend to narrow their lending to clients with the highest returns, as a long-running liquidity crisis in the banking sector tightens its grip.

Capricon road project launch.PIC.THE PROJECT MAGAZINE

Capricorn Road to address Botswana’s logistical constraints

Construction of the multimillion pula road that links the A1 Highway to the Mmamabula Energy Project in central part of Botswana has commenced, with officials saying the route will serve both social and economic purposes in the area.

'Too dirty to appeal'

Botswana government through the Ministry of Water and Human Settlements and Attorney General suffered a blow after they failed to convince the High Court that they deserve audience with the Court of Appeal (CoA).

Kgafela’s homecoming deferred

Bakgatla Kgosikgolo Kgafela Kgafela’s envisaged homecoming billed for May 21, 2025, will not happen.

Pilane's abrupt transfer raises eyebrows

Senior Investigative Officer at the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime (DCEC), Tshepo Pilane, was last Thursday left in shock after receiving a letter requesting him to provide reasons within seven days why he should not be transferred to the Ministry of Higher Education as the Director of the Department of Technical and Vocational Education and Training.

DPP Director General Nomsa Moatswi. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Butterfly case could return to court – DPP

Even though the P100 billion ‘Butterfly’ case disgraced state organs when dropped in 2021, the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Nomsa Moatswi says it could still return to court if they find concrete evidence.

Tauyagae Farms: Transforming safflower into nutritional, wellness products

As climate change continues to disrupt traditional agriculture in Botswana, one homegrown enterprise is transforming adversity into opportunity.

Gov't must empower DCEC urgently

As the new Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) government takes charge, it must act decisively to equip the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime (DCEC) with the tools, laws, and resources needed to combat graft. The time for half-measures is over. DCEC Director-General, Botlhale Makgekgenene’s, recent address to the Public Accounts Committee paints a stark picture. Over five years, leadership instability, chronic underfunding and weak...

The Monitor Editor | 20 May 2025

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