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Friday, May 08, 2026

BAMB under fire over unaccounted P196m COVID-19 funds

The Botswana Agricultural Marketing Board (BAMB) is facing growing scrutiny following a series of alarming audit findings that expose failures in financial accountability, governance and oversight involving hundreds of millions of Pula in public funds.

Pauline Dikuelo | 08 May 2026

BAMB is facing growing scrutiny following a series of alarming audit findings that expose failures in financial accountability PIC: BAMB

Audit flags Boko’s preferred direct tendering

Although President Duma Boko insists on direct tendering, the recently released summary of the national forensic audit flags the government’s repeated use of non-competitive procurement, including overuse of direct awards, emergency procurement and restricted methods.

Spira Tlhankane | 08 May 2026

The Livestock Support Scheme was implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Non-Citizens benefit unfairly from livestock support scheme

A government livestock support initiative introduced to cushion farmers against the effects of drought has come under scrutiny after an audit revealed that non-citizens, companies, and non-compliant retailers improperly benefited from the programme, contrary to established guidelines.

Pauline Dikuelo | 08 May 2026

Another issue raised is that of locus standi, or the legal standing to bring a case

CoA reserves judgment in Mupane saga

The Court of Appeal (CoA) has reserved judgment in the long-running dispute over the sale of Mupane Gold Mine, giving hope to creditors that the matter is moving closer to being settled after extensive delays.

Mpho Mokwape | 08 May 2026

The DIS has another setback in their long-running fight for salary back pay

DIS officers face fresh delay amid court ultimatum confusion

The 406 officers from the Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS) have had another setback in their long-running fight for salary back pay, after a procedural misunderstanding forced them to restart part of the enforcement process.

Mpho Mokwape | 08 May 2026

Lives continue to be lost on Botswana’s roads almost daily.PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Reckless driving culture fuels Botswana’s road safety crisis

The culture of recklessness on Botswana’s roads, characterised by speeding, impaired driving, and disregard for traffic laws, continues to fuel the country’s growing road safety crisis.

Pini Bothoko | 08 May 2026

Selebi-Phikwe East constituency, political activity has intensified so dramatically that one could easily mistake the situation for an election season

Selebi-Phikwe East political activity intensifies

Although official campaigns for the 2029 General Election have not yet started, the political atmosphere in Selebi-Phikwe is already reaching fever pitch.

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 08 May 2026

As the sunset on a day marked by empathy, learning, and unity, one message stood clear

‘Play With Purpose’ turns focus on autism

The spirit of compassion, awareness, and community came alive on 30 April 2026 as Botswana witnessed the inaugural Play With Purpose: Golf With a Twist Autism Awareness Charity Golf Day, an event that brought together more than 90 players, families, advocates, and supporters in a unified effort to drive meaningful change for individuals living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

staff writer | 08 May 2026

Pharithi appointed to UN

The Botswana Police Service (BPS) proudly announces the appointment of Senior Assistant Commissioner of Police (SACP), Diphontsho Pharithi, to the United Nations (UN) Secretariat as a Training Officer in the Department of Peace Operations based in New York City, United States of America.

staff writer | 08 May 2026

Mogae, a true statesman - Boko

President Duma Boko has hailed former president Festus Mogae as a voice of reason, unity and progress following the passing of the former president this morning at 0730

Larona Makhaiza | 08 May 2026

EH Construction/Lucara Botswana donates to Mmatshumu Primary School

Phatsimo Kapeng | 07 May 2026

Man aged 22 pleads guilty to raping septuagenarian

Larona Makhaiza | 07 May 2026

Hunyepa: A militant, radical and a great political organiser

Ryder Gabathuse | 01 May 2026

Gaolathe hosts successful wellness session

Johannes Kambai | 06 May 2026

Gaborone hosts landmark continental education summit

Kingsley Kuda | 06 May 2026

Every child is precious

TUDUETSO KELAPILE | 06 May 2026

Prosecution looms as forensic audit flags 80 senior officials

Despite not naming any individuals or entities in the summary of the forensic audit, the Minister for State President, Defence and Security, Moeti Mohwasa, says prosecutions will be the defining outcome of the much-anticipated investigation

Cowpeas worth P15m rot in silo

The Auditor General has found that cowpeas valued at P14.9 million sat without rotation for nine years at the Botswana Agricultural Marketing Board’s (BAMB) storage in Pandamatenga, resulting in them eventually having to be thrown out.

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

Union leaders fire salvos at Boko

Fiery and highly charged trade union leaders have sharply excoriated President Duma Boko following his jibe during the recent May Day commemorations in the diamond-rich village of Letlhakane, signalling escalating tensions between labour and the new administration.

Police controlling the World Relays crowd at the National Stadium PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Relays glory meets growing complaints

A week after Botswana earned global praise for hosting the World Athletics Relays 2026, concerns are emerging over the treatment of key stakeholders who helped stage the historic event.

Justice Zein Kebonang PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Alcohol not an excuse for murder, rules Kebonang

Gaborone High Court Judge Zeinub Kebonang has ruled that "alcohol, jealousy, and claims of provocation do not constitute extenuating circumstances in a brutal murder case", sentencing Tapologo Makwatse to death.

Flash back: The 4x400 relay team receiving 2025 BNSC award PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

Hour of reckoning as BNSC holds Sport Awards

Botswana National Sport Commission (BNSC) will hold its 45th Botswana Sport Awards at the Gaborone International Convention Centre on Saturday.

Botswana 4x400m Relay team celebrates winning a gold with fans on Sunday afternoon at the National stadium PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Botswana passes World Relays test

Botswana faced a testing examination of its hosting credentials, but emerged with its reputation enhanced after two-days of competition at the World Relays.

Kudos to Botswana Police Service, other security entities

“In any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing.”– Theodore RooseveltThrough the two-day event, over 700 athletes from 40 countries, and multitudes of spectators gathered in Gaborone to witness a world-class sporting spectacle.Beyond the medals and performances on the track, Botswana won something equally important: international respect. One of the key pillars behind the success was the sterling work done by the...

Mmegi Editor | 08 May 2026

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