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Friday, September 06, 2024

Letsholathebe: I am in good terms with Masisi

FRANCISTOWN: Education and Skills Development (MoESD) minister, Dr Douglas Letsholathebe, has denied that he has a rift with President Mokgweetsi Masisi.

Lebogang Mosikare | 06 September 2024

Letsholathebe PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

At the BDP 40th National Congress Masisi called on MPs to back the Bil. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Masisi’s voice not loud enough for BDP MPs

Cracks are starting to show in the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) after party legislators defied President Mokgweetsi Masisi’s clear instruction to pass the Constitutional Review Amendment Bill. In a firm and clear message at the weekend BDP congress, Masisi called on Members of Parliament (MPs) to back the Bill.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 06 September 2024

MPs unlikely to return for the 13th parliament

The 12th Parliament finished with a bang as the House rejected the controversial Constitution Amendment Bill. Mmegi Staffer, GOITSEMODIMO KAELO rounds up Members of Parliament (MPs) who are unlikely to return to the 13th Parliament after either quitting, retiring or failing to make it past their parties’ primary elections

Goitsemodimo Kaelo | 07 September 2024

Motshegwa’s uphill battle to win mmadinare

On Saturday, the Umbrella for Democratic Change invaded Mmadinare to launch its parliamentary candidate for the area, Ketlhalefile Motshegwa, and his team of aspiring councillors. While the UDC is banking on the veteran trade unionist to deliver the constituency, an uphill battle awaits him, writes Mmegi Staff Writer Goitsemodimo Kaelo

Goitsemodimo Kaelo | 06 September 2024

President Masisi launching BDP Manifesto

A look at BDP, UDC key manifesto issues

Thousands of voters will be heading to polling stations around the country on October 30 to choose who will represent them in the 61 constituencies. As they vie to attract voters, two political parties, the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) and the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), have launched their manifestos which set out their policies on everything from education to healthcare. Mmegi staffer SPIRA TLHANKANE looks at where the main parties stand on the issues most important to voters, based on the manifestos

Spira Tlhankane | 06 September 2024

Kabo Morwaeng speaking at Press Conference. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Morwaeng defends defiant legislators, blames opposition

After some Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) Members of Parliament (MPs) diverged from the party line to shoot down the constitutional amendment Bill, State President Minister, Kabo Morwaeng has defended his party members and instead blamed the opposition legislators who walked out of Parliament before voting on Wednesday.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 06 September 2024

Keorapetse told the media that the BDP was too fractured to deliver a unanimous outcome PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

BDP MPs have qualms, grudges with ‘principals’ – Keorapetse

Following the death of the constitutional amendment bill at the hands of the ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) legislators this week, Leader of Opposition (LoO) Dithapelo Keorapetse says they knew that their rivals were too fractured to support it.

Lewanika Timothy | 06 September 2024

Masisi has emphasised the party's commitment to advancing the health sector PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Comparing BDP pledges five years later

Over the weekend, the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) assured Batswana of its committed efforts to realise its promises should it return to power. To deliver on the latest manifesto promises, the ruling party has had to reflect on the 2019 document and progress made thus far. Its five-year trajectory from 2019, began with challenges off the bat.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 06 September 2024

About 144 agents have taken government to court

DIS agents, gov’t fight over shift allowance

The Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS) agents and government are entangled in a legal dispute over shift allowance.

Mpho Mokwape | 06 September 2024

Ba Isago, These Hands partner

In an era where Innovation and Entrepreneurial spirit are crucial to economic growth and societal Development, Ba Isago Univesity an institution about innovation and entrepreneurship has partnered with These Hands to hasten innovation.

Larona Makhaiza | 06 September 2024

Suspected serial rapist provides DNA

Larona Makhaiza | 09 September 2024

BDP orders re-run in three constituencies

Sharon Mathala | 06 September 2024

BCP sends ‘Mmannana’ for a second chance

Spira Tlhankane | 06 September 2024

Did she or did she not?

Sharon Mathala | 05 September 2024

'Angry' boyfriend stabs girlfriend

Pini Bothoko | 03 September 2024

Teen attacked and raped

Pini Bothoko | 03 September 2024

In the black: BBS Bank is set to post a profit PIC: BBS BANK FACEBOOK

BBS Bank turns first profit

BBS Bank looks set to turn its first profit since transforming into a commercial bank two years ago, with directors projecting an increase of up to 121% in pretax profits for the year to June 2024.

Presumptive drug test. PIC: SPORTSINTEGRITYINITIATIVE

Botswana records another doping case

Doping cases continue to dog Botswana after a rugby player tested positive for a banned substance.

CAF grants Botswana's request to move Zebras-Egypt kick-off time

CAF has responded positively to Botswana's request to move their game against Egypt from 3pm to 8pm, according to a written response seen by Mmegi Sport.

Zebras played Mauritania on Saturday but faced travel challenges which has delayed their arrival. PIC: BFA

Zebras expected in Francistown at 11:45am

The Zebras are expected to touch down at the Philip Matante Airport in Francistown just before midday as they race against time to adequately prepare for their clash against Egypt, which has been moved from 3pm to 6pm.

RAMOJAKA music festival to combat cross-border crimes

FRANCISTOWN: The annual RAMOJAKGA festival coordinator, Diamond Daniel, has stated that the festival's proceeds will go towards combating crime along the Botswana-Zimbabwe border.

Premier League Matchday 4: Major fireworks expected at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Catch it ALL on DStv

The North London derby between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal will headline Matchday 4 of the 2024-25 Premier League season, with major fireworks expected at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Ditlhopho di tsile: Vote wisely

This is a significant moment for our democracy, and it is crucial that every eligible voter takes part in shaping the future of our nation. This is a call to action for all the registered voters and stakeholders to ensure a smooth and informed electoral process.First and foremost, if you are a registered voter, now it is the time to get ready. Ensure that you have your voter registration card and identity card (Omang) in order. If you have...

Mmegi Editor | 06 September 2024

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Ba Isago, These Hands partner

Suspected serial rapist provides DNA

BDP orders re-run in three constituencies

BCP sends ‘Mmannana’ for a second chance

Did she or did she not?

'Angry' boyfriend stabs girlfriend

Teen attacked and raped

BBS Bank turns first profit

Botswana records another doping case

CAF grants Botswana's request to move Zebras-Egypt kick-off time

Zebras expected in Francistown at 11:45am

RAMOJAKA music festival to combat cross-border crimes

Premier League Matchday 4: Major fireworks expected at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Catch it ALL on DStv

Ditlhopho di tsile: Vote wisely