The question of legitimacy to the party presidency was settled yesterday with the announcement that Ookeditse, the winner of the contested elective congress in Serowe earlier this month, would take the helm.To avoid crumbling under the weight of...
Leaders of the local labour union argue that recent assertions by President Duma Boko on terms being agreed for the minimum wage were ‘unjust’ and disadvantage public service employees. UDC had promised a P4, 000 minimum wage during its campaign...
In an interview with Sedimonyane on Sunday, he did not hold back his frustrations, arguing that the limited assistance he received significantly undermined his ability to mount a competitive campaign against better-resourced opponents. Sedimonyane...
For Modise, the win is more than a political achievement; it is a call to action from residents who believe in his vision, track record, and promise to work hand in hand with the community to tackle long-standing challenges. The newly elected MP says...
The Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) executive secretary, Ame Makoba, acknowledged the outcome whilst emphasising the party’s resilience. “We accept the results, though we had hoped to win,” Makoba said. “Remember, we just lost power, but we...
Since he took over last year, Boko has been criticised for failing to wield the axe, and now that he is finally swinging the chopper, it is the female heads who are being sacrificed on the block.In what once stood as a proud hallmark of gender...
Speaking at a press conference this morning, former party president Mephato Reatile said he concurs with the decision and believes it was done in the best interest of the organisation. He said he is stepping aside from leadership and pave way for...
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...
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