Moswaane has a popular moniker, ‘Timmy’, borrowed from a character in an American soap opera, Passions, because of his loquacious disposition while a councillor at the Francistown City Council. He confesses that when he landed in Francistown in...
Pheko has decided to go into early retirement from politics and pursue other interests.In a statement, the BCP has described its new spokesperson, Kelebonye, as a seasoned media professional with extensive experience in journalism and strategic...
The development comes as corruption allegations against past officeholders continue to surface. All eyes have now turned to the man leading the prosecutorial charge.Ngakaagae has assumed office at a critical moment for the justice system, with public...
According to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP, Moagi stands accused of turning public office into private gain after allegedly demanding millions from the energy company in exchange for licences meant to be issued in the public interest.In...
If Moagi falls, he is uncertain how far the drop might go, and he is unable to see where the bottom lies. Speaking of falling, since his Bulela Ditswe loss in 2024, the former Gamalete legislator Moagi’s fall has been swift, public, and...
The six Mexican nationals, namely, Gumecindo Enrique, 61, Jose Pena, 48, Fansico Alejandro, 33, Jose Corrales, 39, Carlos Aguilar, 32, and David Teran, 26, were apprehended in November last year.Following their arrest, they were charged with a single...
The Minister of Health, Dr Stephen Modise, said this week that some drugs are already arriving in the country, although challenges remain within the distribution system. He noted that the crisis goes beyond simple procurement delays and involves...
According to a recently released report by the Ombudsman Stephen Tiroyakgosi, the effect and impact of the systemic failures on the public health system are clinical, financial, ethical and social.The Ombudsman posits that the systemic inefficiencies...
This follows an investigation into whether the government of Botswana fulfilled its obligations on appropriate governance and resource allocation in the public health sector. The investigation found that persistent shortages, service delays, inhumane...
When unveiling the investigation report before the media on Tuesday this week, Tiroyakgosi disclosed that this is due to an inadequate supply of ambulances, limited space for hospital beds, shortage and demoralised staff, deficiencies in patient...
Such an announcement comes against the backdrop of persistent factional tensions, public spats amongst members, and continued use of temporary communication platforms that were meant to be dissolved after the congress.Although the BNF constitution...
The comments, which have since ignited a heated political debate, were interpreted by opposition parties as an attempt by the UDC leadership to downplay accountability for promises made during election campaigns.While Boko clarified that political...
During a special full council meeting called to consult on the higher court, Minister of State President Moeti Mohwasa argued that the court will protect human rights and address the backlog of both criminal and civil cases.The minister revealed that...
Njoku is facing a charge of aiding and abetting a crime. He is alleged to have assisted six Mexicans in illegally entering the country.The six Mexican nationals, namely, Gumecindo Enrique, 61, Jose Pena, 48, Fansico Alejandro, 33, Jose Corrales, 39,...
Addressing a press conference this week, Ketlogetswe said the Judiciary is alive to the realities of the digital era and has already resolved that judges will be trained in AI and emerging technologies to ensure courts remain relevant and...
The Basimas are just grateful that when the fire broke out, all nine who were to spend the night in the house were elsewhere when the fire broke out.When one enters the family home at Ramashana ward, they are met by a rubble of broken walls. Just...
The meeting is part of a consultative process initiated after the BPC requested an average 46% increase in tariffs from April 2026, with the adjustment for households proposed for 68%.The BPC’s reasons for the request include recurring financial...
Addressing traditional leaders on Friday, Boko said that Batswana had long called for the direct election of the President, particularly during the consultations on the Constitutional Review in 2022. However, he noted that despite these submissions,...
However, the nationwide campaign is expected to be conducted at strategic locations across the country, ensuring the views of the majority are well-documented.When addressing Dikgosi, the President said It was important to understand "that we...
Mogoditshane Police Station commander, Superintendent Mbiganyi Letsholathebe, confirmed that police are investigating the fatal accident, which occurred at around 1:20 pm.Letsholathebe said the deceased was hit by a Mercedes-Benz driven by a woman...
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