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Wednesday, April 01, 2026

This is not reversal born of weakness- Salakae

As the government rescinded it’s decision to increase transport fares following a protest by the University of Botswana (UB) students, the Minister of Transport and Infrastructure (MIT) Noah Salakae said the resolution was not a sheer moment of weakness.

Larona Makhaiza | 01 April 2026

Salakae.PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Batlokwa reject Tlokweng expansion plan

Batlokwa have strongly rejected the 2018 Tlokweng National Development Plan, reasoning that it threatens their ancestral land and agricultural livelihood.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 31 March 2026

Enough is enough – Kgosi Gaborone

Tension and defiance dominated proceedings at the Tlokweng main kgotla on Saturday, as Batlokwa residents firmly rejected government proposals to upgrade their village into a town.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 31 March 2026

CoA dismisses Meswele convicts' appeal against 40-year imprisonment

The Court of Appeal has dismissed an appeal by Ernest Legwale and Hamadi Mkhuha against their 40-year prison sentences, affirming the punishment imposed by the High Court in 2024 for the brutal killing of Thato Meswele.

Pini Bothoko | 31 March 2026

‘Insurance killer’ case leaves family in ruins

Tempers flared on Friday as Thato Tsametse's conviction for murder was confirmed by the Court of Appeal. Tsametse mercilessly slit his little cousin Arnold Ofentse’s throat in 2018.

Innocent Selatlhwa | 31 March 2026

Serowe police probe Mogorosi tragedy

Police in Serowe are investigating a tragic incident in which a dispute between a couple ended in the death of a 24-year-old woman in Mogorosi village on Saturday night.

Pini Bothoko | 31 March 2026

Man found seriously injured by Letlhakane roadside

A young man believed to be between 26 and 30 years old was found seriously injured and unable to speak by the roadside in Letlhakane on Saturday morning.

Pini Bothoko | 31 March 2026

Traditional doctor found hanging in a tree in Tewane

Police in Mahalapye are investigating a suspected suicide case after a traditional doctor was found hanging from a tree in the outskirts of Tewane village on Saturday.

Pini Bothoko | 31 March 2026

Pensioner loses P30,000 to KYC phone scam

A 60-year-old man from Mahalapye has fallen victim to a phone scam, losing P30,000 to a fraudster who impersonated a bank official.

Pini Bothoko | 31 March 2026

The CoA concluded that the High Court erred. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Rapist answers for every single penetration

The Court of Appeal (CoA) has ruled that rapists are to answer for every single penetration as a single count of rape, as opposed to one charge for the whole ordeal.

Innocent Selatlhwa | 31 March 2026

CoA says P20k is enough for unlawful arrest, detention

Goitsemodimo Kaelo | 31 March 2026

Court rejects Moses' self-defence claim

staff writer | 31 March 2026

Boko defies Batswana on ConCourt

Staff Writer | 31 March 2026

Cooler box murder accused no-show in court

Larona Makhaiza | 30 March 2026

Magosi evades contempt papers

Mpho Mokwape | 27 March 2026

BCP faces leadership contest questions

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 27 March 2026

Minister of Minerals and Energy Bogolo Kenewendo has revealed that Botswana has been offered 30% in the Angola oil refinery project.

Angola offers Botswana 30% in refinery project

Following President Duma Boko's visit to Angola last week, the Minister of Minerals and Energy Bogolo Kenewendo has revealed that Botswana has been offered 30% in the Angola oil refinery project.

Under pressure: Fuel price hikes will trigger a round of cost escalations elsewhere in the economy

Consumers brace for April shocks in fuel, electricity

The cost of fuel, electricity, and commuter fares is expected to rise from April 1, piling pressure on consumers who have endured two successive economic contractions marked by stagnant wages, weak employment opportunities, and a steady upward price trend.

Moremi Game Reserve reopening postponed due to flooded roads

The Ministry of Environment and Tourism, through the Department of Wildlife and National Parks (DWNP), has announced the postponement of the reopening of Moremi Game Reserve, which had initially been scheduled for March 27, 2026.

New directions: Letshego Group CEO, Reinette van der Merwe at the results briefing earlier PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Letshego whips loan book into shape

Despite posting a technical financial loss for the full year 2025, Letshego Africa Holdings has seen positive growth across various financial metrics, improving its core business compared to the prior year.

State opposes bail for alleged Ramotswa serial rapist

The State has moved to oppose a bail application appeal by accused Gomolemo Loeto, who is facing three counts of rape involving a minor before the Gaborone High Court.

About 42% of public officers ‘fail’ declaration of assets test

While the Ethics and Integrity Directorate (EID) has revealed expansion of the list of public officers required to declare their assets and liabilities, a large number remain non-compliant. Director General of EID Tiny Keseabetswe is not impressed with the compliance rate of 58.2%. At least 1672 public officers, including 13 Members of Parliament, are yet to declare their assets.

Cooler box murder accused no-show in court

Murder accused Tumelo Mogotsi, who is alleged to have brutally killed Oteng Magang over a cooler box in 2015 alongside co-accused Thabo Ntwayakgosi, failed to appear before the Gaborone High Court today, resulting in the trial being postponed.

BPF should get house in order

Speaker of the National Assembly, Dithapelo Keorapetse, has this week rightly washed his hands of the mess, refusing to wade into a party squabble that has no clear leadership and no single version of the truth.When a single party sends six different letters to the Speaker’s office, each claiming to be the authoritative voice, it is not just confusion, but an embarrassment.Keorapetse is correct to insist on institutional boundaries. Parliament...

Mmegi Editor | 27 March 2026

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