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Friday, December 06, 2024

Sentencing awaits in pension heist's sole CoA conviction

The Court of Appeal will today sentence Carter Morupisi, the former Permanent Secretary to the President (PSP) convicted in the award of the P500m BPOPF contract whose mismanagement has been called the country’s largest financial scandal. Staff Writers, MPHO MOKWAPE & MBONGENI MGUNI report

Mpho Mokwape,Mbongeni Mguni 06 December 2024

Carter Morupisi. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Grant Thornton plants trees to support environmental sustainability

On Friday, 15 November 2024, Grant Thornton Botswana, in collaboration with Therisanyo Primary School management, planted 85 trees donated through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme to enhance the school’s surroundings, provide shade for students, and promote environmental conservation.

Staff Writer | 04 December 2024

National Stadium closes for four months

The National Stadium will be closed for the next four months for renovation.

Larona Makhaiza | 04 December 2024

In the lead: Standard Chartered Bank Botswana CEO, Mpho Masupe. The bank is currently leading the BSE in terms of share price gains this year

Banks lead BSE’s charge

The country’s listed commercial banks are amongst the biggest gainers on the Botswana Stock Exchange (BSE) thus far this year, led by Standard Chartered Bank Botswana, whose share price had risen by 32.3% as at the end of November.

Mbongeni Mguni | 04 December 2024

Botswana-China celebrate historic milestone

As Botswana and China get ready for the celebration of their 50th diplomatic relations in January 2025, the two countries held a grand celebration at SSKB on Sunday to mark this historic milestone.

Spira Tlhankane | 03 December 2024

Serogola setting at the back stands during the welcome ceremony of Bangwato Kgosikgolo Ian Khama. PIC PHATSIMO KAPENG

‘Serogola has no place in our Kgotla’

SEROWE: Whilst Kgosikgolo Ian Khama and Bagammangwato were in a jubilant mood over the weekend as the former president was welcomed back to take charge, a former hero in the Bagammangwato, Kgosi Serogola, rues the day.

Innocent Selatlhwa | 03 December 2024

Khama and Gaolathe. PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

Khama pledges collaboration with UDC-led gov't

SEROWE: Former president and Kgosikgolo of Bangwato Ian Khama has pledged his commitment to working with the Umbrella for Democratic Change-led government to bring transformative changes in the country.

Larona Makhaiza | 03 December 2024

BIBDA's fight against haemophilia continues

The Botswana Inherited Bleeding Disorders Association (BIBDA) is set to host a camp to impart knowledge on haemophilia, which is a rare genetic blood disorder.

Larona Makhaiza | 03 December 2024

A step in the right direction

The new government made a promise that it would work extremely hard to ensure that all citizens enjoy good services from all government offices and also improve the lives of Batswana.

The Monitor Editor | 03 December 2024

BHC’s revenues up, profits decline

The Botswana Housing Corporation (BHC), the state owned property developer, has seen mixed fortunes in its interim results for the year ended September 30, 2024.

Pauline Dikuelo | 03 December 2024

Gov’t to pilot affordable housing scheme from January

Otlarongwa Kgweetsi | 03 December 2024

FSG targets threefold business growth in 2029

Staff Writer | 03 December 2024

Sweet and sour

Michelle Phetlhe | 03 December 2024

Poor sound almost ruins Arthur Mafokate's performance

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 03 December 2024

SYNERGY: A fusion of culture and style

Otlarongwa Kgweetsi | 03 December 2024

Zebras' AFCON qualification inspires TAFIC's title push

Kabelo Boranabi | 03 December 2024

De Beers sees surprise jump in festive sales

De Beers CEO, Al Cook, says initial diamond sales over the key holiday season are proving surprisingly stronger than expected.

Magosi shared that he bid farewell to the former President Masisi PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

DIS knew the BDP would lose – Magosi

After a historic election that saw the Umbrella for Change (UDC) wrestling power from the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), the Director General (DG) of the Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS), Peter Magosi, claims the security organ had the intelligence and knew the BDP would lose power after a 58-year rule.

Setlhomo Tshwanelang. PIC KENNEDY RAMOKONE

Tshwanelang wins against CEDA

Whistleblower and social media influencer, Setlhomo Tshwanelang, will not be jailed for 30 days after emerging victorious in a legal battle against Citizen Entrepreneurial Development Agency (CEDA).

Ian Khama with his brothers Tshekedi and Anthony Khama. PIC IAN KHAMA FACEBOOK PAGE

'Still not safe for Tshekedi and Anthony'

Former president and now Kgosikgolo of Bangwato, Ian Khama, has implied that it is still not safe for his family despite the regime change after 58 years.

Remembered: Hermans in his earlier years

Quill Hermans: A lifetime of service

Quill Hermans, the architect behind the Pula currency, passed away recently. This week, leaders of the financial services gathered to remember him, his diligence and integrity, while sharing anecdotes such as how some Batswana initially wanted the Pula to be named “motokwane”. MBONGENI MGUNI writes

Sharing experiences: Dingake PIC: NEWSDAY

Navigating judicial independence and accountability

I bring you greetings from the Second Republic of Botswana.

BDP replaces top brass

Following the recent resignations that have rocked the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), the party has moved swiftly to replace the vacant positions with Dr Lemogang Kwape assuming one of the most critical positions in the Central Committee, the secretary-general.

Sweet and sour

We had gift bags from some amazing sponsors, Garnier, Dark & Lovely and Tetley and starters from Danone; Pork Steamed Dumplings. All while celebrating our life with Graham Beck our bubbles partner for Womens Etiquette Brunch. I sought out a proper Sweet & Sour Chicken recipe for the occasion. Crispy chicken bites tossed in a blend of tangy and sweet flavours guaranteed to satisfy any cravings. To ensure a holistic experience with the food, I...

Michelle Phetlhe | 03 December 2024

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BHC’s revenues up, profits decline

Gov’t to pilot affordable housing scheme from January

FSG targets threefold business growth in 2029

Sweet and sour

Poor sound almost ruins Arthur Mafokate's performance

SYNERGY: A fusion of culture and style

Zebras' AFCON qualification inspires TAFIC's title push

De Beers sees surprise jump in festive sales

DIS knew the BDP would lose – Magosi

Tshwanelang wins against CEDA

'Still not safe for Tshekedi and Anthony'

Quill Hermans: A lifetime of service

Navigating judicial independence and accountability

BDP replaces top brass

Sweet and sour