The Draft Media Bill of 2025 could be just what the doctor ordered for the media fraternity, helping restore media credibility and reshape relations between the media and the public. The proposed law establishes a Media Ombudsman at a time when...
“Recognising the growing need for emotional and psychological support in communities, the college has opened its counselling services to individuals facing various life challenges, including stress, anxiety, grief, family conflicts, relationship...
The development has exposed deepening fractures within council operations, raising questions about leadership coordination, administrative authority, and internal political cohesion.The meeting was convened after GCC Mayor Oarabile Motlaleng...
Prosecutors state in the charge sheet that the former Gamalete legislator, on or about April 17, 2024, accepted P4.7 million from New Energy Company Pty Ltd via Wisecreatives Investments Pty Ltd. They argue this was a reward for issuing prospecting...
This comes after a group of 21 aspiring lawyers from Gaborone Universal College (GUC) filed an urgent High Court application against the LSB, alleging they were unfairly denied registration for the June 2026 Bar Examinations.Delivering the ruling on...
Maele early this week toured the university's laboratories, innovation hubs, classrooms and other facilities, where he was introduced to various academic programmes, practical learning initiatives and technological innovations being undertaken by...
“When I grew up from primary school, I ensured that I played the role of Nelson Mandela in school drama and other extra-curricular activities as I admired the man’s posture as a freedom fighter who successfully defeated apartheid together with...
In a statement issued this morning, BERA said the operation, which began in May 2026, is being conducted under provisions of the Botswana Energy Regulatory Authority Act and seeks to ensure that filling stations adhere to regulatory requirements and...
The clashes come amid accusations by some local residents that foreign nationals, particularly Zimbabweans, are responsible for the increase in criminal activities in the village.Confirming the incidents in an interview with this publication,...
Prosecutors state in the charge sheet that on or about April 17, 2024, the former Minister accepted P4.7 million from New Energy Company Pty Ltd, via Wisecreatives Investments Pty Ltd. They argue this was a reward for issuing prospecting licences in...
That ugly truth was dragged into the open at the Mokatako Kgotla men’s conference on 11 June, and the village has decided it has seen enough.Kgosi Omphitlhetse Manyeneng and Deputy Kgosi Tshepo Mosweu presided over the meeting, alongside...
Lucas made the remarks while giving an overview during a meeting in which the Office of the Ombudsman appeared before a Parliamentary committee to account for its operations.He said Parliament remains concerned about weaknesses in financial controls...
According to police, the infant's father, a 24-year-old farm worker, discovered the baby lying motionless while sleeping alongside the mother, an 18-year-old woman, at their cattle post.It is alleged that when the father woke up on Saturday...
The incident occurred at around 8 pm along the Gaborone-Molepolole road near the Mogoditshane Block 9 turn-off, where the pair had parked the vehicle and were chatting.Confirming the incident, Mogoditshane Acting Police Station Commander,...
The discovery brought an end to a two-day search for the man, whose disappearance had sparked concern among family members and residents.Following the recovery of the body, rumours circulated within the community suggesting that the deceased may have...
Confirming the incident, Tatitown Police Station Commander, Superintendent Oscar Bayani, said police received a report of the accident at around 6:30 am. The accident occurred on the A30 road at Matakana settlement near the Matsitama...
The outbreak of the viral cloven-hoofed animal disease has led to restrictions on livestock movement and slaughter in southern districts, as authorities battle to stamp it out.Statistics Botswana figures show that meat prices in May were 10.5 percent...
The engagements formed part of Bomaid’s ongoing commitment to strengthening relationships with communities and stakeholders across Botswana, while creating opportunities for meaningful dialogue on healthcare access, customer experience, innovation,...
The project aims to improve healthcare services for infants and young children while creating a more comfortable environment for parents and caregivers visiting the clinic.The newly established facility includes a dedicated diaper-changing station...
Hosted by Jessica Dlamini, LG’s Make Life Good Project is an uplifting reality series bringing goodwill, purpose and transformation into one unforgettable viewing experience. In each episode, the host connects with an aspirational...
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