The Administration of Justice yesterday announced that the President Advocate Duma Boko, acting on the recommendation of the Judicial Service Commission appointed the pair. Their appointment follows the recent loss of Justice Singh Walia. Their...
The opposition party wants to reclaim its space in the southern part of the country and to build lasting political momentum ahead of the 2029 General Election. In line with that, the Dumelang Saleshando-led BCP that last contested the constituency in...
He made the suggestive remarks on Tuesday when ruling that the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development unlawfully dismissed one of its employees, ordering his immediate reinstatement along with full back pay and benefits.Justice Kebonang...
According to the committee’s latest report, the shortage of manpower at Tlokweng Police Station has already placed a strain on response times, exposing the district to the risk of crime escalation.“The shortage of personnel constrains service...
Meanwhile, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) have also surged, rising from 1,010 cases in the fourth quarter of last year to 1,180 in the first quarter of this year.In a concerning shift, men now account for 62% of infections, up from 36% as...
The City mayor, Orabile Motlaleng, revealed the sterling figures during Monday’s full council meeting. “Another issue of great concern is the high level of teenage pregnancy, which is at 6.2% with 76 cases recorded in the first quarter. Despite...
The members, Ofentse Molibi and Lesego Keorapetse, have been ordered to compensate for the destruction of party property, including a ballot box and ballot papers, which were allegedly damaged as a result of a deliberate act of protest.According to...
“You will read some of the reasons in a written judgment which you will be given later,” Tshosa said.Despite the setback, Garekwe remains undeterred. In an interview with Mmegi outside court, he vowed to continue the legal battle.“I will obtain...
Few details were made available at the SWF’s initial press briefing this week, but statements from the new board of directors indicate that Botswana Sovereign Wealth Fund Limited plans to kick off its portfolio of investments with SOEs.Registered...
Recently, there were reports of a young gay man who was gang raped, assaulted and his private parts set on fire due to his sexuality. The young man is said to have succumbed to injuries sustained after he was rushed to a local health facility for...
In recent times, the talks suffered several adjournments with parties failing to reach common ground on different issues, such as the two percent intra notches differentials proposal. A statement from Tobokani Rari, on behalf of the coalition of the...
The Fund is designed to provide long-term economic stability, create jobs, and ensure that wealth from the nation’s resources continues to benefit generations to come.During a press briefing earlier today, the Fund’s inaugural chairperson, Farouk...
The former BNSC CEO is charged with assault and threat to kill against Mpho Pule, believed to be a friend of his wife. He is alleged to have physically attacked Pule and threatened to end her life at Gaborone Golf Club back in July for trying to ruin...
The matter is between Balemetse Melitah Kobe Seleka, the claimant to the bogosi seat, and the Attorney General, the Minister of Local Government and Traditional Affairs, being Ketlhalefile Motshegwa, and Kobe Baitswi, who is the recognised...
Dr Chimbombi’s untimely death has left the constituency without representation in Parliament, thereby necessitating a by-election. In response, the BCP states that it is ready to ensure the people of Kgalagadi South continue to have a strong,...
The deadline is set for the end of this week, marking a critical step in the party’s internal selection process.Following the closure of the EOI period, the BDP will determine whether it will proceed with primary elections to select its official...
No.13 District Officer Commanding, Senior Superintendent Mmoloke Sebako, confirmed the incident, saying police received the report at around 3:25 am.Preliminary investigations indicate that the two men were consuming alcohol with others when a...
Palapye Police Station commander, Superintendent Koziba Phuluweni, confirmed the incident, saying a 41-year-old man was killed by his 34-year-old fellow citizen following a fight over an alleged girlfriend.“Looking at the injuries the deceased has...
Molepolole Police Station commander, Superintendent Jacob Molapong, said they had anticipated both the large crowd and potential criminal incidents, but their preparations ensured the event remained peaceful.“As usual, multitudes of people graced...
In court documents filed by the Ministry of Local Government and Traditional Affairs, the government says that Baitswi was lawfully and properly appointed, and that he was chosen by the people of Seleka themselves.This response comes after Seleka...
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