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Friday, September 18, 2026

Botswana- U.S health milestone celebrated

Botswana has expressed deep appreciation to the United States of America (USA) for being a valued and trusted partner in building stronger local public health institutions through supply chain systems strengthening.

Johannes Kambai | 18 September 2026

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Makgekgenene dismisses forced exit claims

Botlhale Makgekgenene has dismissed speculation that she was pushed out as the Director-General of the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime (DCEC).

Spira Tlhankane,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 18 September 2026

New Era bets on employability in new strategy

New Era College has put graduate employability at the centre of its five-year strategy, with the institution promising to take industry involvement in training a step further.

Larona Makhaiza | 17 September 2026

Balopi at Broadhurst Regional Magistrates Court. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Seven fraud counts haunt Balopi

Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) president Mpho Balopi has found himself on the wrong side of the law after being slapped with seven counts of fraud and money laundering alongside his seven co-accused persons before Regional Magistrate Mareledi Dipate.

Larona Makhaiza | 16 September 2026

Abi, Araga Evicted from Big Brother Naija Show Ya Sef

The Big Brother Naija Show Ya Sef House has seen two more departures, with Abi and Araga becoming the eighth and ninth housemates respectively to leave the competition after seven weeks in the House.

correspondent | 14 September 2026

FMD crisis turns political

The Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) crisis has entered a new and increasingly political phase, with opposition Botswana Congress Party (BCP) accusing the government of losing grip on the outbreak. On the other side, farmers across affected areas continue to raise questions over livestock destruction, movement restrictions, and the mounting economic cost of the disease.

Spira Tlhankane | 15 September 2026

STEADY HAND: S&P researchers said key exchange rate decisions by the Bank of Botswana helped preserve foreign exchange reserves. PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Botswana passes first credit rating test

Botswana has passed the first of two scheduled credit ratings assessments, with S&P Global affirming the country’s investment-grade rating, the only such status in the region.

Mbongeni Mguni | 15 September 2026

Residents of the country second city welcomed the development following the announcement

FCC horticulture market dream finally takes shape

After years of plans to transform Francistown's horticulture sector and provide farmers with access to the formal market, the city's long-awaited horticulture aggregation market is finally becoming a reality.

Pini Bothoko | 15 September 2026

According to the report, the setbacks present challenges that that threaten support for youth funded projects PIC: COMICRELIEF.COM

Youth projects struggle despite funding

Tlokweng District has approved 244 youth projects since the 2009–2010 financial year in a bid to boost young people’s participation in socio-economic development. However, despite significant investment, the projects continue to face challenges, particularly in loan repayment and sustainability.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 15 September 2026

Man fatally burns in Selebi-Phikwe house fire

An elderly man from Di-Stance location in Selebi-Phikwe has died after his one-room house caught fire whilst he was reportedly cooking on Saturday morning.

Pini Bothoko | 15 September 2026

Man carrying baby dies whilst crossing Taung road

Pini Bothoko | 15 September 2026

Young girl perishes in Ledumadumane collision

Pini Bothoko | 15 September 2026

Driver dies in Gabane head-on collision

Pini Bothoko | 15 September 2026

Young woman dies in Metsimotlhabe crash

Pini Bothoko | 15 September 2026

Motshwarakgole-Boko rift takes new turn

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 11 September 2026

UDC, unions battle for influence in offing

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 11 September 2026

In the dark: Kenewendo PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE

Kenewendo caught between alleged DCEC probe, push-out

Kenewendo’s office has firmly denied any knowledge of such an investigation, while sources close to the minister claim the allegations form part of a political campaign to weaken her position in Cabinet and ultimately force her out.

Workers singing strugle songs in Letlhakane during May Day Comemoration PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

Motshwarakgole-Boko rift takes new turn

The long running fallout between former Botswana National Front (BNF) activist Johnson Motshwarakgole and President Duma Boko appears far from over, with the political consequences of their 2019 split continuing to shape on the country’s opposition politics.

Seven fraud counts haunt Balopi

Botswana’s homebuyers age shifts to 46 years

The median age of residential property buyers in Botswana has risen to 46 years, the highest level recorded since 2021, as expensive mortgages, elevated land and construction costs and generally weak household incomes push home ownership further beyond the reach of younger Batswana.

Matsitama councillor dumps BDP for BNF

Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) continues to grapple with internal instability following its historic 2024 General Election defeat, as several prominent members and former councillors are leaving the party.

The Duma Boko primary school donation debate

Dr Dada donated a clinic. ZCC donated a clinic in Mmopane. China has contributed to the development of schools, including schools in Mmopane and Serowe Newtown.

BFA prepares to submit AFCON bid documents as deadline looms

Botswana Football Association (BFA) has until 5pm today to submit it's bid documents for the August 2028 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals.

The Boko-led administration has to tread carefully

‘When you make peace withyourself, you make peace with the world’- Maha GhosanandaThis may come at a huge cost if not handled properly. What started off on Labour Day in Letlhakane this year, where Boko was in attendance when the militant lawyer-cum-trade unionist, Robert Rabasimane rebutted the President’s address in defence of the trade union has seemingly spiralled out of control. The issue is now creating a cat-and-mouse type of a...

Mmegi Editor | 11 September 2026

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Man fatally burns in Selebi-Phikwe house fire

Man carrying baby dies whilst crossing Taung road

Young girl perishes in Ledumadumane collision

Driver dies in Gabane head-on collision

Young woman dies in Metsimotlhabe crash

Motshwarakgole-Boko rift takes new turn

UDC, unions battle for influence in offing

Kenewendo caught between alleged DCEC probe, push-out

Motshwarakgole-Boko rift takes new turn

Seven fraud counts haunt Balopi

Botswana’s homebuyers age shifts to 46 years

Matsitama councillor dumps BDP for BNF

The Duma Boko primary school donation debate

BFA prepares to submit AFCON bid documents as deadline looms

The Boko-led administration has to tread carefully