The lift-off has been delayed by technical issues affecting a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) launch which occupies the rocket launch right before BOTSAT-1. NASA is the American space agency.In a brief interview with Mmegi this...
The incident involves a 44-year-old ex-boyfriend who is alleged to have killed his 41-year-old ex-girlfriend and injured a 29-year-old man.The prime suspect in the two offences, the ex-boyfriend to the deceased woman, has since been arrested and is...
One of the group's success story is the opening of the Kalafhi Day Hospital at Fairgrounds Mall which began its operations towards the end of last year. Dr Matlhogonolo Mongwa-Mouwane, founder and Chief Executive Officer of Kalafhi, reaffirmed...
Many questions were raised about whether it is business as usual at the intelligence agency since the tri-party coalition took over government from the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) in November last year. Minister for State President Moeti Mohwasa...
The Monitor staffer, Goitsemodimo Kaelo reflects on the experience of being left stranded after his house was floodedIn the aftermath of a natural disaster, finding the right words to describe how I feel as a victim has been very overwhelming. Whilst...
Several families in Tlokweng were recently left stranded and their belongings destroyed by water from Notwane River which passed through the village. As a result of heavy rains, the river overflowed as the Gaborone Dam’s capacity was surpassed,...
As a result, the suspect's arraignment is still on hold until he is fully recovered, Mogoditshane Police Station commander, Superintendent Mbiganyi Letsholathebe said. A police report alleges that on Saturday evening, he went to Kopong at his...
Appearing before court, Mokomeng adorned in a blue mask and a black tracksuit, the triple murder accused soldier’s charge sheet was read out.The 34-year-old soldier faces six counts of murder, attempted murder, and arson. For the murder charge, he...
The quiet village reveals the road to the burnt house where law officers have set up camp, serving as a reminder that residents are still trying to process the unimaginable after three family members were shot and killed in their home in the early...
Arriving at the tiny village of Ngwaketse district, The Monitor team didn't struggle to locate the soldier’s yard as the acts he is alleged to have committed were the talk of the day. Upon arriving at the soldier’s yard, The Monitor team...
The apex court recently dismissed an appeal by the Botswana Public Employees Union (BOPEU), which was representing Onkgopotse Ntatane and others. In the matter, the union wanted to overturn a High Court decision to compel the employer to implement a...
No.16 District Officer Commanding, Senior Superintendent Nicholas Kadiatla said they received a report of the murder on Saturday afternoon at around 2pm. He they then rushed to the crime scene at Maaloso ward, Dibete, and found the teenage girl lying...
As of January 2025, tribal land disputes had 404 cases. Speaking at a stakeholder engagement forum on Land Tribunal Regulations (2024), he emphasised that the Land Tribunal plays a crucial role by offering specialised adjudication for these disputes....
The hectarage planted as per commodities are cereals 1,022.67 hectares, legumes 366.77 hectares, oil crops 92.75 hectares, and fodder 240.17 hectares, whereas other crops made up 114.45 hectares. According to Tonota District Council chairperson Neo...
These include housing, infrastructure, land allocation, education and health services. Speaking at the recent full council session, he said the opportunities and challenges in the district will allow them to prepare for sustainable economic...
The first incident occurred on Friday late afternoon near Puma Filling Station along the Gabane highway when a 13-year-old boy was hit by a car whilst attempting to cross the road. As a result, the teenage boy sustained a fractured right chin and is...
The 15 were seven Bangladesh nationals, four Ethiopians, three Somalis and a Zimbabwean. Machaneng Police Station commander, Superintendent George Mabuta explained law enforcement officers, police and soldiers nabbed the illegal immigrants whilst...
Speaking on the matter, which has been making rounds since BDP lost elections, Morwaeng defended the former cabinet, of which he was a member arguing that its members had consistently provided counsel to the former president.Continuing to defend...
Morwaeng served as Member of Parliament for Molepolole South and Minister of State President from 2019 and 2024. He is often connected to BDP’s controversial bills which failed in the 12th Parliament.Briefing the media about his quest for party...
Loeto appeared before Extension II Magistrates' Court which was recently informed of two new rape cases registered against the accused after he had been granted bail in the last appearance.Just when he had met his bail requirements and was set to...
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