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Friday, March 13, 2026

Kutlwano used to be one of local volleyball's leading brands, and also left a mark in international competitions, which saw the team represent Botswana and the Zone 6 region at the African Club Championships.

Calistus Kolantsho | 13 March 2026

Striding back: Kutlwano volleyball women’s team PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE

GU Stadium bears the brunt of venue shortages

Gaborone United Stadium has emerged as the proverbial saviour at a time when football has struggled to secure venues for FNB Premiership matches.

Mqondisi Dube | 13 March 2026

Against odds: Rollers and Chiefs face each other amid contrasting fortunes
PIC: ROLLERS

Can Chiefs compound Rollers’ problems?

Mochudi Centre Chiefs will hope to preserve their unbeaten run this year when they take on embattled Township Rollers tomorrow at the GU Stadium in what was supposed to be one of the most anticipated clashes in this season’s FNB Premiership.

Boitumelo Khutsafalo | 13 March 2026

Kamogelo Moloi (red) of Gaborone United battles for the ball against Mosha Gaolaolwe (blue) of Township Rollers.PIC.KENNEDY RAMOKONE

Rollers coach calls for psych aid after derby drubbing

Township Rollers' head coach, Oarabile Seabo, has emphasised the need for psychological support for his players as they navigate the remainder of the season amidst numerous off-field challenges.

Goitsemodimo Kaelo | 10 March 2026

Nhabe duo clinch BNSC Indoor Sport Festival title

Two Nhabe Table Tennis Club’s stars produced a dazzling display of spin, speed and tactical awareness to be crowned the inaugural Mixed Doubles champions at the BNSC Indoor Sport Festival.

Kabelo Boranabi | 10 March 2026

Police XI suffered a 4-3 penalty shootout defeat to Tlokweng United. PIC PHATSIMO KAPENG

FA Cup claims first Premier League casualty

The Orange FA Cup once again delivered a surprise over the weekend when a Premier League side bit the dust at the hands of a lower division side.

Boitumelo Khutsafalo | 10 March 2026

BNSC spends P300k on Indoor Sport Festival

The inaugural Botswana National Sport Commission (BNSC) Indoor Sport Festival that was held at Royal Aria indoor hall cost P300, 000.

Calistus Kolantsho | 10 March 2026

Cash flow: Seleka speaking during the sponsorship launch.PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

P1m into volleyball league

The Botswana National Sport Commission (BNSC) has sponsored the National Volleyball League (NVL) for P1 million, with the amount expected to cover mobilisation, grants, administration and prize money.

Calistus Kolantsho | 06 March 2026

Hobby launches Nogampe into judo stardom

What started as a fun activity for Neo Nogampe has turned into a life-changing experience, and she reckons her life will never be the same again.

Calistus Kolantsho | 06 March 2026

From missing COSAFA flight, Malete now heads to Manchester

What a few weeks it has been for Alex Malete; from his abrupt removal from the Mares to facing disciplinary action from his employer, the Botswana Football Association (BFA), the world appeared to crumble for the 35-year-old.

Mqondisi Dube | 06 March 2026

Rollers on the ropes as GU smell derby blood

Kabelo Boranabi | 06 March 2026

BDF XI shake up women’s league

Kabelo Boranabi | 06 March 2026

TAFIC activate survival mode with crucial Chiefs stalemate

Kabelo Boranabi | 03 March 2026

Low turnout for Netball Pitso

Calistus Kolantsho | 03 March 2026

Goal drought continues for Calendar Stars

Lesedi Mkhutshwa | 03 March 2026

BDF XI shoot down champions, seize Southern Stream high ground

Kabelo Boranabi | 03 March 2026

I don't have a lawyer yet -Seretse

Local Businessman, Bakang Seretse appeared before the Regional Magistrate's Court this morning for the first in the fresh matter relating to alleged corruption and misuse of public funds.

People boarding buses at bus rank. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Bus, truck drivers denied rest despite labour law limits

Long-distance bus and truck drivers in Botswana are working excessive hours and being denied rest days despite clear legal limits on working hours, the Minister of Labour and Home Affairs, Pius Mokgware, has told Parliament.

Gov't kickstarts copper refinery study at Khoemacau

Government has initiated steps toward downstream copper beneficiation after announcing that a feasibility study will be undertaken to assess the viability of establishing a copper refinery anchored around the Khoemacau Copper Mine.

Fare thee well Onty

We, the colleagues from Mmegi Printing, wish to express our heartfelt sorrow at the untimely passing of our dear colleague Ontlametse Kaote, who worked with us for the past three to four years.

Not everyone at the BDP is forgiven – Khama

Former president and Kgosikgolo of Bangwato, Ian Khama, has clarified that while he has accepted an apology from the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), his forgiveness does not extend to everyone within the party, particularly those he accuses of harassment and persecution.

Monitoring the numbers: Moseki PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

BoB to ‘penalise’ banks for wholesale deposit concentration

The Bank of Botswana will introduce a charge on commercial banks that maintain high concentrations of wholesale depositors, as it scrambles to restrain spiralling interest rates that are nearly four percentage points above the central bank’s benchmark rate.

Woman dies after crashing into UB wall

A 35-year-old woman has lost her life after the vehicle she was driving crashed into a University of Botswana (UB) boundary wall on Sunday morning.

Let's show compassion to baby Asli

Her story is heartbreaking not only because she is fighting for her life at such a tender age, but because her parents have spent months navigating a medical journey filled with uncertainty, delays, and rising fear.What began as something that seemed as simple as jaundice has escalated into a life-threatening condition that now requires an urgent liver transplant.For Asli’s parents, the reality is devastating. They are not asking for luxuries...

Mmegi Editor | 06 March 2026

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