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Moagi, sat quietly in the dock while one of his former subordinates took the stand

Former subordinate takes stand against Moagi

The courtroom witnessed a striking reveal of fortunes this week as former Minister of Minerals and Energy, Lefoko Moagi, sat quietly in the dock while one of his former subordinates took the stand and detailed the process that led to the approval of eight prospecting licenses at the center of a P4.7m corruption trial.

Tshegang also highlighted the college’s many success stories

Bosa Bosele offers free counselling to the public

Bosa Bosele Training College has revealed that it has provided free counselling services to members of the public through its Social Work department.

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Lesotho PM aboard OK1 raises eyebrows

The arrival of Lesotho’s Prime Minister Samuel Matekane aboard Botswana’s presidential jet has raised eyebrows over what many deem the unjustified use of the presidential jet. Matekane arrived in Gaborone last week aboard the presidential aircraft amidst what President Duma Boko described as logistical difficulties on the Lesotho side.

Motlaleng. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

UDC crisis rocks Gaborone Council

The leadership of the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) was compelled on Tuesday to convene an urgent meeting with its councillors following escalating tensions that culminated in the postponement of a Gaborone City Council (GCC) sitting.

Maele and his team from the ministry touring Botho University Gaborone Campus PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

Botho University gives gov’t value for money –Maele

Higher Education minister, Prince Maele, has given strong endorsement to Botho University saying government is getting value for money from the institution after touring its facilities and engaging with management during a courtesy visit this week.

Dick Bayford

AG yet to see forensic report

Nearly two months after President Duma Boko received the much-awaited forensic audit report commissioned to investigate alleged corruption and financial misconduct in government, Attorney General (AG) Dick Bayford says the report has not yet reached his office.

Lefoko Moagi.

Play fair- Defence tells State as Moagi trial stalls

Few days after former minister Lefoko Moagi raised concerns over the late furnishing of statements, the issue resurfaced again today at the start of his trial, with defence urging prosecution to ‘play fair’ forcing adjournment of trial.

The late Dlamini PIC: GU

GU to hold memorial service for Dlamini

Gaborone United will today hold a memorial service for its late long-time manager, Kegomoditswe 'Degree' Dlamini, who died last Friday due to illness. The memorial service will take place at the Gaborone United

Baby steps: Botswana face Algeria in a Davis Cup Africa Group IV  contest today PIC: BTA

Botswana in do-or-die tie against Algeria

Botswana's team participating in the Davis Cup Africa Group IV tournament in Nairobi suffered its first loss yesterday, leaving the side with all to do against Algeria today.

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