Letters inviting staff to take part in the exercise were distributed early week across various tax agency offices.The offer, according to internal communication seen by Mmegi, is extended to all employees who wish to exit the organisation “at their...
Delivering his second State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Monday, Boko revealed that the government is weighing a proposal to reserve some major transport and infrastructure projects for international contractors, a move he said stems from...
When responding to the SONA, BOSETU general secretary, Tobokani Rari, said that while they appreciate the President's reaffirmed commitment to treat education as a human right under his administration, his speech omitted to touch on two critical...
Some of the key areas the Minister mentioned are technology, digitalisation and the entrepreneurial ecosystem.“In fields such as artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain technology, and deep tech, the pace of global innovation is rapid. Botswana...
Mophuting had spent two years in the U.S following a curious deployment by the then President Mokgweetsi Masisi.Despite impeccable sources confirming the development, authorities remain tight lipped.Having received dozens of gifts including money...
This follows widespread concern earlier this week after just four hours of continuous rainfall on Tuesday, which rendered several city roads closed. Flooded major routes across Gaborone forced the police to close some sections of roads as a...
Contesting for the seat are Tshepang Brooks of the Botswana Congress Party (BCP), Diana Kaartze of the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), Independent candidate Kaveri Kapeko, Joseph Modise of the ruling Umbrella For Democratic Change (UDC) and Phenyo...
The Mochudi Magistrate’s Court handed the verdict on Friday after establishing that there were no extenuating circumstances to lessen the sentence. Magistrate Queen Moanga convicted Mojadigo early this week for rape. The matter dates back to 2023...
Saleshando described the official SONA as “uninspiring” and “detached from the realities faced by ordinary Batswana,” calling for a shift towards accountable governance, economic diversification, and social equity. Saleshando said that while...
Responding to the State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Wednesday, Saleshando painted a grim picture of a country grappling with widespread violence, systemic inefficiency, and a justice system that has lost public confidence. He said that while the...
In an interview, Francistown Mayor, Gaone Majere hailed the SONA as a promising step toward better schools, improved health services, and job creation. On the contrary, the city 'sleader of opposition, Thabo Nyambe, warned that the speech fell...
This SONA is a masterpiece. In many ways, it’s better than the first one in November 2024.Why was it a masterpiece and better, one might ask? It was a masterpiece because it was comprehensive. It was concrete, showing facts on what has been...
In his response to the State of Nation Address (SONA) on Wednesday, he exposed challenges burdening the system.Amongst these Saleshando noted that health care service providers are short staffed and overburdened, facilities still have a dire shortage...
Responding to President Duma Boko’s State of the Nation Address (SONA) this week, Saleshando said the prevailing mood among Batswana is one of deep frustration and disappointment, adding that the government has lost touch with the realities people...
President Duma Boko revealed this when giving the State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Monday, indicating the government's commitment to grant the economic crime-busting agency greater autonomy. Boko said in recognition of the need for a modern,...
Delivering his State of the Nation Address (SONA) this week, President Duma Boko stood on a different ground from his predecessors. Those who occupied the first office before him stood on the confidence of booming government accounts, a surging...
The moment of truth is drawing near for all contesting parties, each hoping to test its strength and reclaim or retain ground in one of the country’s most unpredictable political landscapes.With campaign rallies winding up and voters preparing to...
The vast constituency, one of Botswana’s most underdeveloped regions, continues to struggle with high unemployment, water shortage, and weak service delivery. These issues have left many questioning whether the current government will finally bring...
The spy agent (names withheld) is accused of having sexually assaulted his daughter (names withheld), who is a minor, between March 1 and 31 early this year.It is alleged that the accused sexually assaulted the young child at their homestead in Block...
According to a statement issued by BPS, Assistant Commissioner of Police and Public Relations Officer Near Bagali disclosed that the deceased was stationed at the Urban Police Station in Gaborone.Bagali indicated that BPS is already looking into the...
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