BPF chairperson, Baratiwa Mathoothe, said in an interview that their relationship with the UDC remains as it is at the moment.He clarified to The Monitor yesterday that, whilst the two parties currently work together within government structures, no...
The events promise to bring vibrancy and opportunities to the city, with the Tourism Pitso adding to the thrill.With its rich cultural heritage and natural beauty, Francistown is poised to become a premier tourist destination.Speaking about the...
Serule Police Station commander, Superintendent Lesego Kgosiemang, said the accident occurred at around 8:40am along the Phikwe–Francistown route.Kgosiemang explained that the Sprinter was travelling from Phikwe to Francistown carrying 24...
The encounter focused on opportunities to market Botswana's rich tourism, agriculture, and unique products to global audiences in the United States.Johnson, who has prior ties to the country, noted it had been years since his last visit. He...
In a firm press release issued on Friday, the anti-graft body dismissed allegations that it raided one Nollen Bome or conducted operations against Minister of State President for Defence and Security, Moeti Mohwasa and Minister of Water and Human...
Kasane Police Station commander, Superintendent James Maabong, said search operations have been ongoing since Friday in the river channels and surrounding islands at the Chobe–Zambezi river junction.“Since Friday, we have been searching for the...
What began as demonstrations driven by economic hardship has evolved into a broad-based movement openly challenging the country’s political leadership and governing system.For nearly two weeks, crowds numbering in the thousands have marched nightly...
This follows the circulation of a purported memo claiming that President Duma Boko had travelled with his family members, security and office staff using four aircraft during his recent private visit to South Africa. Peloetletse said the memo was...
Nthibo and Motshabi are facing a single count of fraud for defrauding a customer, whilst one accused (Othusitse Aone) is on the run.Appearing before the court today, the State made an application that the two accused persons should be remanded in...
In the 2024 election report submitted to the Minister for State President last month, the Commission admitted that the decision to beef up security around their personnel was motivated by what it terms as ‘sporadic acts of intimidation and threats...
It is alleged that with President Duma Boko as the helmsman, relevant institutions have finally been given teeth to bite and operate independently. It is said that even some of the files that had been gathering dust at the DCEC and the Directorate of...
At the centre of the allegations is a seemingly ordinary purchase of cattle, but according to Principal Anti-Corruption Officer Tendani Christinah Setume of the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime (DCEC), the transaction was anything but...
The Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime (DCEC) alleges the couple used government contracts and layered business structures to acquire property and move money through agricultural ventures.The case is driven by an affidavit from Chief...
After a period marked by internal uncertainty and waning confidence amongst some members, the party now seeks to reset, refocus, and most importantly, deliver tangible results. This shift signals not just a change in calendar years, but a fundamental...
In an interview with Mmegi on Tuesday, the party reaffirmed its commitment to renewal, growth and discipline as a member of the governing Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) coalition.The roadmap outlines a year focused on consolidation,...
The announcement has reignited long-standing concerns about land, development, and the future growth of Tlokweng village, leaving many residents anxious and frustrated about what lies ahead.To begin with, the news came after the Batlokwa...
Against this backdrop, Tlokweng District Council (TDC) says it has moved a step ahead, having already mapped out key strategies aimed at improving its financial position and accelerating local development. Speaking at the start of the year, TDC...
This comes after a group of bus operators approached the High Court on an urgent basis seeking an interim order to halt the planned redevelopment works. They argued that the project threatens their business, and it was initiated without adequate...
This is according to the recent BSE Market Performance Report for January to November 2025 released in December. According to the BSE, while total equity turnover ballooned to P5.47 billion nearly four times higher than in the same period last year...
The accused are 40-year-old Ranaka Primary School teacher Thatayaone Motlhanka, 35-year-old Thebephatshwa Air Base soldier Kabelo Mokokota, 36-year-old Ngwaketse Land Board computer technician Bakang Ranthoakgale, and 40-year-old self-employed...
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