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Friday, 24 April 2026
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Politics

Khama welcomes progress in P100bn perjury case decision

The News

Former President Ian Khama has expressed satisfaction with renewed progress in the long-running P100 billion perjury case, after the Director of Public Prosecutions confirmed that a prosecution decision will be made in the coming weeks.

Why it matters

The long-stalled P100 billion perjury case involving former President Khama shows renewed momentum with a prosecution decision expected in weeks.

24 April 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →

Politics

  1. Khama welcomes progress in P100bn perjury case decision

    Former President Ian Khama has expressed satisfaction with renewed progress in the long-running P100 billion perjury case, after the Director of Public Prosecutions confirmed that a prosecution decision will be made in the coming weeks.

    24 April 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →

  2. BPP holds leadership forum to strengthen UDC coalition position

    The BPP will convene a leadership forum at Tati Siding on Saturday under the theme "Reviving the BPP, Building Structures and Strengthening the Foundation" to assess performance after the 2024 General Election and position itself as a credible partner within the UDC coalition. Key objectives include post-election review, strategic coalition positioning, by-election preparedness for Tati Siding, and approval of a five-year strategic framework for 2026–2031.

    24 April 2026 · Mmegi →

  3. Government advances investigation into Tshepi death case

    Minister Moeti Mohwasa announced that investigations into the death of 13-year-old Retshephile Tshedu of Sehithwa have been referred to the Directorate of Public Prosecutions and expressed confidence the process would be concluded before May 15. He acknowledged public and activist demands for accountability and said authorities were committed to ensuring justice for the family, community and nation.

    24 April 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

Society

  1. Teachers petition BEC over exam marking payment delays

    Primary, junior and secondary school teachers who invigilated and marked the 2025 national examinations are preparing to petition the Botswana Examinations Council over delayed payments and poor working conditions.

    24 April 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →

  2. Government delays child support grant rollout to June

    The government has postponed the rollout of the Child Support Grant from April 2026 to June 2026, citing ongoing administrative processes and system readiness activities.

    24 April 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →

Culture

  1. Building a practical 12-bottle wine storage system for Botswana

    A guide to organizing wine storage suited to Botswana's climate, advocating for a systematic approach rather than casual counter storage.

    24 April 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →

Sport

  1. BNSC denies owing allowances to relay team athletes

    Team Botswana is preparing for a world relay competition scheduled for May 2–3 in Gaborone. The Botswana National Sport Commission (BNSC) disputes athlete concerns over treatment and payment of allowances raised during a recent training camp in Letlhakane.

    24 April 2026 · Mmegi →

  2. Prisons XI to be crowned league champions at Galaxy Stadium

    Prisons XI will face Jwaneng Young Stars this afternoon at Galaxy Stadium, where they will be officially crowned and handed the league trophy. Led by Kaelo 'Digger' Montwedi and assisted by former player Tatenda Mbikiwa, the team started their season poorly before improving.

    24 April 2026 · Mmegi →

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