Political activity from the UDC and BCP in Selebi-Phikwe East signals the early stages of a fiercely contested 2029 election race, with tensions already escalating three years before the general election.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
Political activity from the UDC and BCP in Selebi-Phikwe East signals the early stages of a fiercely contested 2029 election race, with tensions already escalating three years before the general election.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
Police have discovered a corruption syndicate in Botswana's Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure involved in illegal driver's licence issuance and systematic leaking of theory examination papers nationwide.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
Buzz within Botswana Democratic Party circles suggests former MPs Dorcas Makgato and Christian Ntuba Greef are effectively swapping their political bases.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
Businessman Bakang Seretse challenged a 63-count indictment before Broadhurst Regional Magistrate Mareledi Dipate, arguing that the state's lead prosecutor lacks legal authority to handle the case.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
Motlhatlusi Kelobang, a close associate of former President Mokgweetsi Masisi, has refused to choose between his roles as Councilor and Deputy Council Chairman of the Moshupa Sub-District Council and his position as trustee of the Ipelego Trust, which he co-founded with Masisi in 2016.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
BCP vice president Taolo Lucas told a rally in Selebi-Phikwe East that voting for the UDC had been a mistake, arguing the coalition failed to meet expectations and is struggling to govern effectively, and that the BCP's departure from the coalition has been validated by subsequent developments.
2 June 2026 · Mmegi →
The Botswana Congress Party dismissed growing political activity in Selebi Phikwe East, with Member of Parliament Kgoberego Nkawana assuring supporters at a rally that he remains committed to the BCP despite intensified campaigns by the ruling Umbrella for Democratic Change.
2 June 2026 · Mmegi →
The Tati Siding North ward proved highly competitive in the 2024 General Election, with the UDC winning by just one vote (321) over the BDP (320), followed by the BCP (283) and BRP (211), indicating no clear favourite for the upcoming by-election.
2 June 2026 · Mmegi →
Tshepo Pilane, former Acting Director General of the DCEC, has filed a notice of intention to sue the government, alleging unlawful demotion and failure to investigate death threats. He claims a conspiracy by senior officials during his tenure investigating senior figures, including the former Permanent Secretary to the President and the Director General of the DIS.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
Botswana's government plans to introduce a new Anti-Corruption Bill to Parliament in July and grant the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime full operational independence, according to the Minister for State President, Defence and Security. The reforms aim to bolster accountability, restore public trust, and elevate governance standards.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
Justice Minister Nelson Ramaotwana has yet to decide whether to extradite six Mexican fugitives arrested nearly six months ago to Mozambique, where they face drug-related and organized crime charges. The delay reflects broader regional concerns over cross-border drug trafficking and organized crime networks operating in Botswana.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
Botswana Defence Force Commander General Mpho Mophuting unveiled a strategic roadmap for 2025-2029 aimed at transforming the military into a modern, agile force capable of responding to evolving security threats through modernisation, innovation and continuous learning.
2 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The Minister for State President, Defence and Security has encouraged the leadership of Marapong and Semitwe to reach agreement on naming a nearly completed police station, noting that the dispute should not divide the communities and that the decision should be based on land board reports and submissions from both villages.
2 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Job creation in Botswana is expected to remain challenging due to weak economic activity driven by depressed diamond markets and sluggish private sector profitability, according to Bank of Botswana data.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
A Court of Appeal bench has set aside Ulsan Botswana's High Court interdict against the sale of Mupane, the country's sole gold mine, to Nova Africa. The CoA upheld the creditors' earlier decision to approve Nova's $21 million offer over Ulsan's rival bid.
2 June 2026 · Mmegi →
Households across Botswana are recalculating daily spending as inflation raises food, transport, and basic living costs. Meat prices have roughly doubled, selling at about P120/kg compared to around P60/kg in previous periods.
2 June 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Huawei Botswana has officially launched the HUAWEI nova 15 Max in Gaborone, introducing a smartphone designed to meet growing digital lifestyle demands and strengthen the company's position in the local handset market.
2 June 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
De Beers' Desert Diamonds campaign is promoting natural colour, individuality and origin to drive renewed demand for natural diamonds at the JCK jewellery trade show in Las Vegas.
2 June 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
The Bank of Botswana's Business Expectations Survey shows firms broadly pessimistic about trading conditions, with economic output expected to grow only 1.7 percent in 2026, a rebound from 0.7 percent contraction in 2025. Weak government spending, exchange rate pressures, and rising input costs constrain confidence, though inflation expectations remain anchored within the central bank's 3 to 6 percent target range.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
The Botswana Development Corporation reported a P167 million loss for the fiscal year ending June 2025, with 47 percent of its loan book classified as non-performing. The corporation faces a structural cash shortfall of approximately P400 million annually, as debt servicing obligations of P450 million far exceed its annual cash flow of P55 million, prompting a 12-month turnaround strategy.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
Multichoice Botswana hosted piracy awareness training for the Department of Broadcasting Services, with a company manager noting that piracy is an economic concern affecting government revenue, businesses, and consumers. Cross-border decoder piracy, where decoders purchased in South Africa are used in neighbouring countries like Botswana, is identified as predominant in the country.
2 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The Alexander Forbes Umbrella Retirement Fund announced it surpassed BWP 5 billion in assets under management by the end of the first quarter of 2026, growing more than thirteenfold since 2012 when assets stood at BWP 380 million.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
Africa recorded an estimated average GDP growth of 4.4 percent in 2025, with 22 African economies surpassing the 5 percent growth mark. The continent is projected to sustain a growth rate of 4.2 percent in 2026, according to the 2026 African Economic Outlook released at the African Development Bank's Annual Meetings in May.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
Botswana's Court of Appeal has set aside a High Court interim interdict, allowing the liquidation and sale of Mupane Gold Mining's assets to proceed. The Nova Africa Resources/Aone Commodities DMCC Joint Venture's bid of USD 21.5 million upfront was recommended by the liquidator and endorsed by creditors over Ulsan Botswana's USD 500,000 upfront offer.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
Botswana has launched the Botswana Youth, Women and Citizen (BYWC) Oil and Gas Programme to position citizens at the forefront of the country's emerging energy sector and reduce dependence on diamonds. The Minister of Youth and Gender Affairs said the initiative aims to equip young people, women and citizens with skills and opportunities for job creation and participation in wealth creation as the country prepares for economic diversification.
2 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Botswana's House of Botswana, a government-led platform of natural diamond partners, hosted engagements at the JCK Show in Las Vegas to unite the industry around a recovery strategy.
2 June 2026 · Mmegi →
Botswana's diamond industry leaders are calling for a shift from traditional mining and sales toward an ecosystem focused on traceability, blockchain technology, and digital trading to compete with lab-grown gems and appeal to younger consumers. Industry executives stressed that natural diamonds must emphasize emotional and historical value alongside transparency about a stone's origin and journey to market.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
SADC Deputy Executive Secretary Angèle Makombo N'Tumba called for urgent regional action to strengthen food security and agricultural systems amid global supply chain disruptions, climate change, and livestock diseases. She warned that Middle East conflicts have restricted agricultural input and petroleum product movements, while extreme weather threatens food and energy security across the region.
2 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Judge Reuben Lekorwe set aside a default judgment on May 22, 2026, in a land dispute between Thebe Makati and Kelebogile Motlhale arising from a March 2022 sale agreement for a Gabane plot.
2 June 2026 · Mmegi →
A man reported missing nearly a month ago was discovered hanging from a tree in a bushy area between Gabane and Mmankgodi villages. A woman collecting firewood found the body and alerted police, who confirmed his identity via an identity card he was carrying.
2 June 2026 · Mmegi →
Police received a report at around 2 am from Go-Soko Ward in Gabane after a 19-year-old woman heard footsteps outside her family's home and allegedly saw a man carrying a roof rafter from the house.
2 June 2026 · Mmegi →
Police arrested four people in Letlhakane during two separate incidents where suspected dagga was recovered; officers say the quantities recovered suggest the suspects may have been involved in drug trafficking.
2 June 2026 · Mmegi →
According to the 2025 Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing National Risk Assessment, marijuana accounts for an estimated P48.8 million of Botswana's illicit drug trade, while methcathinone (CAT) represents P5.7 million, with the latter showing a rise in presence.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
A new report launched in Botswana warned of rising tobacco and nicotine industry influence, particularly targeting young people through vaping, and called for urgent finalisation and implementation of regulations under the Tobacco Control Act (2021). The 2025 Botswana Tobacco Industry Interference Index Report noted Botswana's global leadership in tobacco control while highlighting the need to operationalise existing legislation.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
South African artist Lady Zamar performed at Thapong Cafe with local support from emerging Botswana talents Kabelo Thekiso and Naledi Sethosa, delivering a blend of soul-infused pop and R&B alongside audience interaction.
2 June 2026 · Mmegi →
Veteran musician Shanti Lo marked 25 years in the industry with a concert featuring performers including Lebo KM and Punah, each paying tribute to his enduring legacy.
2 June 2026 · Mmegi →
At Macheng Bushfire Festival's fourth edition, San communities from D'Kar, Maake and Zutshwa performed the num dance, a traditional healing ritual performed around fire. The performance, where dancers enter a trance state called kia to access spiritual energy known as num for healing, demonstrated that Kgalagadi culture remains alive and transmitted across generations.
2 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Shanti-Lo reflects on 25 years in the music industry, crediting endurance, adaptability, and creative reinvention rather than talent alone. He reveals himself as a multifaceted artist whose career spans singing, songwriting, and fashion design, built on an early calling and decades-long commitment to craft.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
A doping matter before Gaborone High Court was missing from the roll for a scheduled status hearing and has been postponed to August 10. The applicants' attorney said the delay frustrates his clients, who want the court to make a decision, noting there are disputes over test results between the parties.
2 June 2026 · Mmegi →
Orapa coach Keabetswe Puke said the team had only a week to prepare for the GBV karate tournament after grading the previous weekend, and that athletes delivered better than expected, winning more medals than his target of six or seven gold medals.
2 June 2026 · Mmegi →
Seven nations competed in the Sub-regional Qualifier A cricket tournament in Gaborone, with Rwanda and Kenya securing the two available spots for the Africa regional finals. Botswana narrowly missed qualifying.
2 June 2026 · Mmegi →
Jwaneng Galaxy forward Thabang Sesinyi claimed his fourth Golden Boot in five seasons after scoring four goals against Township Rollers on the final day of the season to separate himself from his closest rival, who was tied with him on 16 goals. The veteran striker also surpassed 100 professional goals in August 2025.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
Olympic silver medalist Nigel Amos has announced a plan to transform youth athletics in Botswana and Southern Africa through two initiatives: the TATAMILAWOLOTO Track Klub, a professional academy for athletes aged 9 to 24 offering high-performance training, and the United Youth Athletics League, designed to address gaps in junior athletics programs across the region.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
After months of resistance from BNOC and NADO, Justice Segopolo ordered the release of ADAMS system login details to four athletes—Karabo Mothibi, Lydia Jele, Refilwe Murangi, and Zibane Ngozi—who had been provisionally suspended following positive doping tests that they deny.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
The Botswana senior men's cricket team won their first four matches at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Africa Regional qualifying tournament, but back-to-back losses to Kenya (by 62 runs) and Rwanda (by two runs) prevented them from reaching the regional final.
2 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The Botswana National Olympic Committee president told the organization's Annual General Meeting that sport serves as a pillar of strength, hope and unity during a time when Botswana faces severe economic constraints, declining living standards, and pressure from falling diamond demand. He urged sports leaders and government to unite to commercialize and professionalize the sports sector as an alternative economic vehicle.
2 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Botswana and the European Union have reaffirmed their partnership at the 7th Botswana–EU Partnership Dialogue in Gaborone, with Minister Dr Phenyo Butale highlighting cooperation in renewable energy, digital transformation, biodiversity conservation, and economic diversification.
2 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Oil prices plunged below $89 a barrel after reports that Tehran committed to restoring commercial traffic through the Strait of Hormuz within a month of reaching a US agreement, though analysts warn markets may be pricing in peace too quickly ahead of ground realities.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →