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Monday, June 23, 2025

Gov’t moves to settle with accused in ‘Butterfly’ case

The Botswana Government has initiated steps to settle with all individuals accused in the infamous ‘Butterfly’ case.

Sharon Mathala | 23 June 2025

BUTTERFLY

DIS tainted Maun project costs soar to P2.9bn

Costs for the controversial Maun water supply and sanitation project, which was awarded for P1.8 billion in 2018, have now ballooned to P2.9 billion.

SPIRA TLHANKANE | 20 June 2025

Public servants reject gov’t offer

From the tone of public servants and their union leaders during consultations over salaries and other conditions of service, it would seem like they and the cash-strapped government are far off from reaching an agreement.

Innocent Selatlhwa | 20 June 2025

An ‘advice’ that came at a high price

Before all the interference, the tender for the design, supply and build of water distribution network, sanitation, reticulation, telemetry and SCADA and other associated works in Maun was awarded to China Jiangsu International by the then Pocurement and Asset Disposal (PPAD) Board on October 11, 2018 for a tender sum of over P1.568 billion.

Spira Tlhankane | 20 June 2025

Khama Rhino Sanctuary.PIC.KENNEDY RAMOKONE

Tracing the money, not just the horn

According to data from Statistics Botswana, over P200 billion (approximately USD 2 billion) has been lost to wildlife smuggling over the past five years.

Keletso Thobega | 20 June 2025

A child born in a remote village should not be condemned to a life of limited education

Breaking the chains of the past: A future for every Motswana child

June 16 is not just a date in history, it is a heartbeat, a pulse of remembrance, a call to action.

TUDUETSO KELAPILE | 20 June 2025

The dispute is in relation to a tender on the design and construction of 25-kilometre Mogoditshane internal roads PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

More delays for Mogo 25km roads as tender war persists

The 25-kilometre Mogoditshane internal roads, which were promised to residents in 2021, will be delayed further due to ongoing legal battles.

Innocent Selatlhwa | 20 June 2025

Trouble: As cash flow challenges persist at the GCC, Sekete has warned that spending cuts are inevitablePIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

GCC struggles with budget constraints

The Gaborone City Council (GCC) continues to grapple with a range of challenges, including, but not just limited to financial constraints.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 20 June 2025

Since Mmolawa announced her intention to contest, she has been attacked on WhatsApp groups PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE

Mmolawa decries AP gender bias

Prominent member of the Alliance for Progressives (AP), Theresa Mmolawa, has come forward to condemn what she describes as a wave of victimisation and internal resistance since declaring her candidacy for the party’s vice presidency.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 20 June 2025

The sharp decline in major crimes in Tlokweng is attributed to heightened police presence and improved community-policing efforts.. PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Crime dips in Tlokweng as police efforts pay off

Once known for its rampant crime and violent offences, Tlokweng has registered a significant drop in reported crimes, marking a notable turnaround in the village’s safety landscape.

Pini Bothoko | 20 June 2025

Boko tells accounting officers to shape, change habits

Sharon Mathala | 20 June 2025

Youth trio gears up for BCPYL presidential showdown

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 20 June 2025

BA ISAGO launches new programme

Boikobo Mmolai | 19 June 2025

DTP supports Mmopane Primary School

Staff Writer | 18 June 2025

Someone needs to be held accountable – Magistrate

Larona Makhaiza,Boikobo Mmolai | 18 June 2025

UB murder suspect to be arraigned tomorrow

Staff Writer | 17 June 2025

UB murder suspect to be arraigned tomorrow

The suspect in the murder of a 47-year-old woman the University in Botswana (UB) is set to be arraigned before the Extension II Magistrate Court tomorrow at 0830am following his arrest in less than 24 hours.

Someone needs to be held accountable – Magistrate

Extension II Chief Magistrate Kamogelo Mmesi has lashed out at the state for what she described as a lack of diligence, stating that the death of 47-year-old Magadi Mokganelwa could have been prevented had those responsible done their jobs.

Boko tells accounting officers to shape, change habits

President Duma Boko has issued a stern warning to those entrusted in shaping the new administration’s vision saying they need to shape and change their habits, as they have failed.

BOTSWANA-CHINA BUSINESS FORUM.PIC.MIN OF TRADE AND ENTERPRENEURSHIP

Botswana secures access to China beef market

Botswana has secured access to China’s lucrative beef market after signing a long-awaited export protocol at the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) meetings currently underway.

Botswana’s horticultural sector grows stronger amid climate pressures

The Botswana horticulture has made significant strides, now meeting 79% of the country’s national vegetable and fruit demand, although there are challenges besieging the sector, BusinessMonitor has learnt.

Nthebolan dissects complexity of submission in marriage

Submission In Marriage, a new book authored by Evangelist, Elmah Nthebolan is the latest to hit the shelves. Published by LP Publishers, the book delves into marriage, a complex union, as often portrayed by married individuals.

Man charged with murder of girlfriend

Thirty-five year old Kabo Garethusane has landed himself in serious trouble after being charged with a single count of murder in connection with the death of his girlfriend, Goabaone Mothofela.

Let’s fight GBV as a collective

Botswana for the longest time was known for her virulent peace with family being an enviable institution.As the media, we are also scared to be incessantly reporting on these bloody scenes where women are brutally murdered and worse, sometimes in front of their children and loved ones. Yes, we have reported cases where men were also brutally murdered by their loved ones, but such cases are a drop in the ocean.For the past two weeks, Botswana was...

Staff Writer | 23 June 2025

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