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Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) president Mpho Balopi has found himself on the wrong side of the law after being slapped with seven counts of fraud and money laundering alongside his seven co-accused persons before Regional Magistrate Mareledi Dipate.

Larona Makhaiza | 16 September 2026

Balopi at Broadhurst Regional Magistrates Court. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Abi, Araga Evicted from Big Brother Naija Show Ya Sef

The Big Brother Naija Show Ya Sef House has seen two more departures, with Abi and Araga becoming the eighth and ninth housemates respectively to leave the competition after seven weeks in the House.

correspondent | 14 September 2026

FMD crisis turns political

The Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) crisis has entered a new and increasingly political phase, with opposition Botswana Congress Party (BCP) accusing the government of losing grip on the outbreak. On the other side, farmers across affected areas continue to raise questions over livestock destruction, movement restrictions, and the mounting economic cost of the disease.

Spira Tlhankane | 15 September 2026

STEADY HAND: S&P researchers said key exchange rate decisions by the Bank of Botswana helped preserve foreign exchange reserves. PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Botswana passes first credit rating test

Botswana has passed the first of two scheduled credit ratings assessments, with S&P Global affirming the country’s investment-grade rating, the only such status in the region.

Mbongeni Mguni | 15 September 2026

Residents of the country second city welcomed the development following the announcement

FCC horticulture market dream finally takes shape

After years of plans to transform Francistown's horticulture sector and provide farmers with access to the formal market, the city's long-awaited horticulture aggregation market is finally becoming a reality.

Pini Bothoko | 15 September 2026

According to the report, the setbacks present challenges that that threaten support for youth funded projects PIC: COMICRELIEF.COM

Youth projects struggle despite funding

Tlokweng District has approved 244 youth projects since the 2009–2010 financial year in a bid to boost young people’s participation in socio-economic development. However, despite significant investment, the projects continue to face challenges, particularly in loan repayment and sustainability.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 15 September 2026

Tlokweng destitution numbers continue to rise

The number of permanent destitute people in Tlokweng has increased slightly over the years, according to a new report. The findings show that the number of registered permanent destitute beneficiaries rose from 96 in 2025–2026 to 102 to date.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 15 September 2026

Non-drug supplies were similarly inadequate at 70%, risking quality of service delivery PIC: MEDSTARHEALTH.ORG

Hypertension cases surge in Tlokweng District

Hypertension cases have surged in Tlokweng, with the number of new patients started on treatment doubling during the reporting quarter, according to the Tlokweng Development District Committee (DDC) report.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 15 September 2026

Man fatally burns in Selebi-Phikwe house fire

An elderly man from Di-Stance location in Selebi-Phikwe has died after his one-room house caught fire whilst he was reportedly cooking on Saturday morning.

Pini Bothoko | 15 September 2026

Driver dies in Gabane head-on collision

A man at the wheel of a Toyota Hilux died in a head-on collision with a bus along the A10 Road in Gabane on Friday night. The fatal accident happened at around 9:30pm, police confirmed.

Pini Bothoko | 15 September 2026

Young woman dies in Metsimotlhabe crash

Pini Bothoko | 15 September 2026

Motshwarakgole-Boko rift takes new turn

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 11 September 2026

UDC, unions battle for influence in offing

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 11 September 2026

The GUC-LSB battle: How it all began

Spira Tlhankane | 11 September 2026

GUC graduates refuse to leave legal profession door closed

Spira Tlhankane | 11 September 2026

We will not be muzzled, vows Manual Workers Union

Goitsemodimo Kaelo | 11 September 2026

BDP leaves Balopi out in the cold

The Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) has decided not to rally behind it's president who faces charges preferred against him by the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime (DCEC) and Directorate on Public Prosecutions (DPP).

In the dark: Kenewendo PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE

Kenewendo caught between alleged DCEC probe, push-out

Kenewendo’s office has firmly denied any knowledge of such an investigation, while sources close to the minister claim the allegations form part of a political campaign to weaken her position in Cabinet and ultimately force her out.

BNF mourns benign, fearless Akambakamba

The death of nominated Serowe West councillor, Naledi Akambakamba, affectionately known by many as “Cde Mother”, “Mma Akay” and “Star”, has left the Botswana National Front (BNF) mourning the loss of one of its most committed and fearless cadres. Akambakamba, who passed on Monday, was not just an ordinary BNF councillor or political activist.

Workers singing strugle songs in Letlhakane during May Day Comemoration PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

Motshwarakgole-Boko rift takes new turn

The long running fallout between former Botswana National Front (BNF) activist Johnson Motshwarakgole and President Duma Boko appears far from over, with the political consequences of their 2019 split continuing to shape on the country’s opposition politics.

Botswana’s homebuyers age shifts to 46 years

The median age of residential property buyers in Botswana has risen to 46 years, the highest level recorded since 2021, as expensive mortgages, elevated land and construction costs and generally weak household incomes push home ownership further beyond the reach of younger Batswana.

Matsitama councillor dumps BDP for BNF

Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) continues to grapple with internal instability following its historic 2024 General Election defeat, as several prominent members and former councillors are leaving the party.

Preferred candidate: Thodesen PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE

Rollers spend P1.2m to settle FIFA debts

Township Rollers spent more than P1.2 million to clear debts after former coach and players dragged the side to FIFA for arbitration.

The Boko-led administration has to tread carefully

‘When you make peace withyourself, you make peace with the world’- Maha GhosanandaThis may come at a huge cost if not handled properly. What started off on Labour Day in Letlhakane this year, where Boko was in attendance when the militant lawyer-cum-trade unionist, Robert Rabasimane rebutted the President’s address in defence of the trade union has seemingly spiralled out of control. The issue is now creating a cat-and-mouse type of a...

Mmegi Editor | 11 September 2026

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Driver dies in Gabane head-on collision

Young woman dies in Metsimotlhabe crash

Motshwarakgole-Boko rift takes new turn

UDC, unions battle for influence in offing

The GUC-LSB battle: How it all began

GUC graduates refuse to leave legal profession door closed

We will not be muzzled, vows Manual Workers Union

BDP leaves Balopi out in the cold

Kenewendo caught between alleged DCEC probe, push-out

BNF mourns benign, fearless Akambakamba

Motshwarakgole-Boko rift takes new turn

Botswana’s homebuyers age shifts to 46 years

Matsitama councillor dumps BDP for BNF

Rollers spend P1.2m to settle FIFA debts

The Boko-led administration has to tread carefully