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Vigilante cop, mob attack lead to alleged murder

A police officer sworn to uphold the law is now at the centre of a chilling twist in a recent murder case in Ramotswa. Investigators revealed that she allegedly mobilised a group of men to track down and brutally assault suspected burglars following a break-in at her home.

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Montsosa axed from Masaasele after gagged Con Court show

Montsosa axed from Masaasele after gagged Con Court show

Radio Botswana (RB1) broadcaster Letumile Lets Montsosa has reportedly been removed from the Masaasele morning programme following a tightly controlled broadcast focusing on the Constitutional Court.

Malema stands accused of raping a UB student (name withheld), then 18 at the time, on January 9, 2024.

Defence objects psychologist's testimony in UB rape case

In a rape case involving a former University of Botswana lecturer and Botswana Congress Party member, Brothers Malema, the defence is contesting the admission of an expert clinical psychologist as a witness, describing the move as an ambush.

With bars operating until 6 am and almost every village had night entertainment, FILE PIC

Festive 'lala vuka' saved youth's lives – Marathe

Police have described the temporary extension of liquor trading hours during the 2025–2026 festive season as a commendable move, saying it helped reduce incidents of drunken driving as revellers were able to access entertainment closer to their homes.

Excitement is building for the The Race Africa Gaborone CBD 2026 Circuit. The event is expected to transform Gaborone lifestyle scene and boost tourism

Posh G2 Series to spice up Gabz’ lifestyle scene

The Gaborone CBD streets will transform into an epicenter of vibrant activity when the Posh G2 Posh Series (Race Africa Gaborone CBD 2026 Circuit), a street racing event finally takes in May.

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Teen boy charged with 'murdering' mob member

A case involving a 'vigilante' police officer who allegedly mobilized a mob to assault a group of suspected thieves took a new twist this week when a 17-year-old boy was charged with murder.

Ian Khama PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

Khama persistently hunts for Magosi’s 'scalp'

Former president Ian Khama, who now sits at Ntlo ya Dikgosi as Kgosi Khama IV of Ga-Mmangwato, will not rest until the Director-General of the Directorate on Intelligence and Security (DIS) Peter Magosi, loses his job.

Balancing act: Gaolathe is due to present the budget next month

World Bank predicts rebound for Botswana’s economy in 2026

The World Bank expects a 2.3 percent economic rebound for Botswana’s economy this year, with growth expected to be spurred by fiscal consolidation and a rebound in mineral revenues.

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