The recent general elections, which were marred by censorship and voter intimidation, have not been carried out as per the dictates of democratic principles, the SADC observer mission has reported.In a report issued to the regional body, observers...
Kgosi Khama IV (Bangwato)In Rangwane Mokhutshwane Sekgoma, we have lost a Giant, not in stature, but in deeds. We have lost a wellspring of wisdom, a guardian of our traditions and culture, and an intelligent adviser whom we all looked up to for...
From the misty dawn that settled over Sir Seretse Khama Barracks (SSKB) to the precision of ceremonial military rituals, the day was filled with tradition, pride, and raw emotion. Soldiers stood tall, but their eyes revealed gratitude and honour for...
The 88-year-old diplomat and politician, who passed away on October 31 at his Phakalane home, spent more than four decades representing the country at the United Nations, shaping its international policy, and quietly steering complex African peace...
The latter phrase appears in a tribute published by UB last year when the University honoured the statesman with an honorary Doctor of Letters, Honoris Causa (DLitt). The honorary Doctorate was conferred in recognition of Ambassador Legwaila's...
When the President delivers the State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Monday, he will have a crucial opportunity to set the record straight. Word on the street suggests that the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) government is faring no better than...
The leading opposition party with 15 seats is vying for Kgalagadi South seat that was left vacant by the untimely death of Dr Micus Chimbombi, who passed a few months ago.BCP has fielded Tshephang Brooks as their candidate but will have to face...
KAZA is the world’s largest terrestrial TFCA covering parts of Angola, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe and stretching across 520,000 square miles (approx. 1,346,800 square kilometres) that boasts both the Okavango Delta and the Victoria...
The unions under the 5+1 C U banner include Botswana Public Employees Union (BOPEU), Botswana Sectors of Educators Trade Union (BOSETU), Botswana Teachers Union (BTU), National Amalgamated Central, Local and Parastatal Manual Workers’ Union...
The suspect was nabbed during a stop–question–and–search joint operation conducted by the Botswana Police Service, Department of Immigration and the Botswana Defence Force (BDF).Martin’s Drift Acting Police Station commander, Assistant...
Southern Divisional Traffic Officer, Assistant Commissioner Boiki Mojalemotho told The Monitor that investigations into the exact cause of the accident are underway.“Preliminary information suggests the elderly driver lost control of the vehicle...
He explained that the deceased was travelling as a passenger at the back of a Toyota Hilux when he reportedly fell off the vehicle whilst it was in motion.Following the incident, the victim was rushed to Kang Primary Hospital, where he was certified...
“Other guests who were present at the event attempted to rescue him, but unfortunately, it was already too late,” Palapye Central Police Station commander, Superintendent Tiro Kgang, said.He added that upon arrival at the scene, his officers...
The robbers, who reportedly threatened the workers with what appeared to be a firearm and sharp objects, tied the attendants’ hands and legs using shoelaces before raiding the premises.Sojwe Police Station commander, Superintendent Busang Malope,...
This came as Justice Reuben Lekorwe dismissed a P5 million claim by a former Botswana Defence Force officer who said a Chinese-owned construction company, China Jiangsu International Botswana, had promised him a bonus for helping it get off a...
With the rise of AI tools and the economic downturn, more Batswana are facing scam attempts than ever before. Many have fallen prey to fraudsters posing as bank officials, retail outlets, and mobile network providers' representatives.According to...
Yet, as he turned his back and left the Serowe College of Education hall, chaos erupted. It was as if his physical departure mirrored his once-commanding influence over the movement he helped create.With Khama now largely preoccupied with his royal...
Justice Reuben Lekorwe of the Lobatse High Court dismissed the case last week, ruling that the former officer, who later worked as a security adviser for the company after it was blaklisted on allegations of national security threat by DIS, failed to...
The call was made during a debate on the speech delivered recently by the Assistant Minister of State President Maipelo Mophuting, on governance, peace, and security.Legislators noted that the new administration, which marked 100 days in office last...
Mahalapye Central Police station commander Meshack Ranku said the police were on a manhunt for the suspect, before they discovered him hanging on the roof of his house.“Kaelo Madima, a Motswana male aged 53 years of Flowertown, Mahalapye. The...
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