News :: Mmegi Online

Thursday, July 30, 2026

Four years later, State fails to link Moremong to robbery

Close to four years since the Gaborone West Industrial Sefalana cash-in-transit robbery, Kabo Moremong has been acquitted after Village Senior Magistrate Tshepo Thedi said the State failed to prove that he shared a criminal purpose with four armed men who carried out the attack.

Larona Makhaiza | 30 July 2026

Village Magistrates Court. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Magistrate convicts Loeto of rape

Extension II Magistrate Keabetswe Majuta has convicted rapist Gomolemo Loeto on a single count of rape after establishing that the State had proven beyond reasonable doubt that he had unlawful carnal knowledge of the complainant.

Larona Makhaiza | 29 July 2026

Kgaodi marks 85th blood donation milestone, calls on Batswana to become regular donors

After 27 years of donating blood, Bofelo Kgaodi’s commitment to the cause remains stronger than ever, driven by his understanding of the vital role blood plays in saving lives.

Correspondent | 29 July 2026

Ramogapi and regional office for Africa UN HABITAT director, Sylla in the USA

Ramogapi attends high-level UN habitat meet

The minister of Water and Human Settlement, Onneetse Ramogapi has recently attended the high level meeting on the New Urban Agenda in New York, USA on 16-17 July 2026.

correspondent | 28 July 2026

The move, government says, will pave the way for 12 years of uninterrupted basic education.PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

Cabinet approves PSLE abolition

The Botswana Examinations Council (BEC) has officially begun laying groundwork for the phased discontinuation of the Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE), following Cabinet's approval to abolish the long-standing national examination from 2029.

Spira Tlhankane | 28 July 2026

Idle DIS officers paid over P8.1m

Government has spent more than P8.1 million over the past three years paying salaries of 11 Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS) officers who have not been reporting for duty, the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) hearing has revealed. Appearing before the committee on Monday, DIS Director General Peter Magosi defended his decision not to reinstate the officers.

Goitsemodimo Kaelo | 28 July 2026

DIS ignored valuers in Tautona Lodge purchase

The Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS) Director General Peter Magosi has defended the controversial acquisition of Tautona Lodge.

Goitsemodimo Kaelo | 28 July 2026

Peter Fana Magosi and senior agent Tshepo Tilia Magosi. PIC- THALEFANG CHARLES

Magosi defends 'promoting' his wife

Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS) Director General, Peter Magosi, has defended the promotion exercise within the organisation that also saw his wife rising from C1 to E2 scale.

Goitsemodimo Kaelo | 28 July 2026

Cash-in-transit vehicle escorted by police PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE

Cash-in-transit robbers flee with empty cash boxes in Thamaga

Police in Thamaga are investigating an attempted cash-in-transit robbery over the weekend.

Pini Bothoko | 28 July 2026

BDP eyes sweeping constitutional changes

The Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) has begun preparations for a constitutional congress that is expected to undertake a comprehensive review of the party's constitution, following growing calls from members for wide-ranging reforms.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 28 July 2026

Gov’t denies ruling out salary adjustments

Mpho Mokwape | 28 July 2026

Gov't e-payslip fails data protection compliance test

Mpho Mokwape | 28 July 2026

Ba Isago, HATAB join forces to improve tourism sector

Larona Makhaiza | 28 July 2026

SIKH Council opens community clinic

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 28 July 2026

We inherited a broken Botswana – Boko

Spira Tlhankane | 24 July 2026

Don’t let power change you, BNF warned

Spira Tlhankane | 24 July 2026

We inherited a broken Botswana – Boko

President Duma Boko has yet again defended his government's performance, insisting that the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) inherited a nation in economic and institutional decline.

DPSM electronic payslip portal. PIC DPSM FACEBOOK PAGE

Gov't e-payslip fails data protection compliance test

Government through the Directorate of Public Service Management (DPSM) has suspended its electronic payslip portal following data protection shortfalls.

Don’t betray the revolution - Malema tells Boko

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader, Julius Malema has challenged President Duma Boko to ensure Botswana's new administration does not become another government that changes political leaders while leaving economic power in the hands of a privileged few.

The development comes against the backdrop of Botswana’s long-standing challenge of balancing demand for housing PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Land Boards threaten to repossess BHC land

State-Owned Botswana Housing Corporation (BHC) may lose part of its landbank after Land Boards in Kanye and Molepolole warned that they could repossess undeveloped land allocated to the corporation, due to non-compliance with development timelines

Gaolathe reminded members not to lose sight of the party’s founding vision

Gaolathe urges hope amid hardship

PALAPYE: Despite mounting challenges, including poor sales, rising manure costs, and rising food prices, Alliance for Progressives (AP) president, Ndaba Gaolathe has urged party members to remain focused on their vision, saying those committed to uplifting the nation will not fail.

No DIS officer facing criminal charges - Mohwasa

The government has revealed that no officer serving in the Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS) is currently facing criminal charges.

The BPP leadership forum comes at a time when UDC affiliates are reviewing their role within the coalition PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

‘Strong BPP strengthens UDC coalition’

Botswana People's Party (BPP) president Motlatsi Molapise has reaffirmed his party's commitment to the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC), saying the BPP will continue playing a constructive role in strengthening the coalition while preserving its own identity and values.

DIS must correct costly stalemate

More than P8.1 million has already been spent, yet there appears to be no lasting solution in sight. This is not simply a dispute between the DIS and a group of officers. It is a matter of public accountability. Every pula spent by government comes from taxpayers who expect public funds to be used wisely and responsibly, especially during economic hardships faced by many.The officers exercised their constitutional right to seek justice through...

The Monitor Editor | 28 July 2026

News

Explore

More