DWNP director, Moemedi Batshabang, told Mmegi this week that for every pula paid out to affected victims of HWC, three more pula were used for administration. For the 2023-24 financial year, the Department paid out P25 million, but effectively P100...
Appearing for an arraignment today, Malema was charged with a single count of rape for allegedly raping an 18-year-old UB student at the institution's premises.The matter dates back to January 9, 2024 when Malema allegedly sexually assaulted the...
Appearing before Magistrate Tshoganetso Atamelang, Poloko told the court that she wishes to withdraw the charges against her spouse as he did not cause her any grievous harm and therefore asked court should pardon him.“I am here to withdraw the...
Speaking on Radio Botswana today in an interview, Mangole clarified that contrary to some reports, Molapisi has not yet been executed."There was an appeal before the court and it was received, we are waiting for the date of the appeal hearing date....
Set to take place on March 22 ahead of Purple Day in Gaborone, the event aims to raise awareness about epilepsy and the importance of effective treatment in managing seizures. This year’s Purple Walk will be held under the theme, 'Walking for a...
In a statement, Christopher Nyanga, the permanent secretary to the ministry stated that the disease has hit only the two cities thus far and affects children the most under the age of five.“The Ministry of Health informs members of the public that...
In an unusual manner when appearing for a status update before presiding Magistrate Kamogelo Mmesi, Sitwane started with a prayer hoping that the magistrate would grant him bail.“Today, I hope that the Almighty will help me and give me the wisdom...
Balopi, who didn’t defend his secretary-general (SG) position at the party’s last congress in Tsabong, told the media yesterday that his mission in case he wins at the party’s elective congress in May is to ask for forgiveness. He mentioned...
The forty-seven-year old was recently sentenced by a magistrate at the Mahalapye Magistrates' Court following numerous postponements of the case. When sentencing Peloyakgosi, Magistrate Kefilwe Resheng said the unlawful act deserved a stiffer...
The call was made by Letlhakane Police Station commander, Michael Maphephu, in an interview with The Monitor. His comments come following the recent arrest of a Zimbabwean man who was found to have shared pornographic videos with a Form 2 student of...
The new survey, whose results were released and published on March 13, 2025, found that an overwhelming majority (87%) don't have medical aid cover. The survey results further indicate that citizens who are especially unlikely to have health...
Speaking during the UDC Gala Dinner in Gaborone over the weekend, Boko started by apologising for his Vice President Ndaba Gaolathe’s absence and acknowledging his dedication and the tireless efforts of his team. He would then immediately make it...
The soldier, of the Lance Corporal rank, is said to have fatally shot Elizabeth Ramolala alongside her grandchildren Alefha Ramolala and Katlego Ramolala before torching the house with their bodies inside. Only one grandchild of Elizabeth, Happy...
As the BDP Homers keep singing Khama’s praises to woe audiences, the former party leader himself has indicated that he doesn’t want the bloody stain on his new apolitical and Ntlo Ya Dikgosi shirt. Survivors of BDP’s unprecedented crash at the...
He likens Angolan President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço to former President Mokgweetsi Masisi stating that they are amongst those giving Africa a bad name. According to Platform for African Democrats (PAD), several delegates were refused visas...
According to Mahalapye-Central police station commander, Superintendent Meshack Ranku said the 36-year-old mentally disturbed man allegedly arrived home around 03:00hrs and attacked his family members at their home in Xhosa ward, Mahalapye leaving...
The run that had attracted multitudes was held under the theme 'A tool to deliver messages on GBV prevention and road safety'. Speaking at the event, Police Commissioner Dinah Marathe emphasised that the run wasn't just a fitness...
Goodhope Police Station commander, Superintendent Mogogi Matlhaba said prior to the trio's arrest they had received a tip off that they were seen branding cattle suspected to be stolen, which they failed to account for upon interrogation by the...
Goodhope Police Station commander, Superintendent Mogogi Mathaba said the victim was stabbed whilst controlling movement of patrons following the midnight closure of the bar. "A known young man who is still at large stabbed the victim after they were...
The suspect, who works as a herder at Makoro Lands, allegedly fatally stabbed his 18-partner with a sharp object. The incident happened recently at Makoro Lands on the outskirts of Palapye village. Palapye Police Station commander, Superintendent...
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