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Friday, 12 June 2026
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Business

Botswana's digital fraud rate lowest in Africa at 0.9%

The News

TransUnion's 2025 research found suspected digital fraud in Botswana at 0.9% of transaction attempts, the lowest across African nations and below the global average of 3.8%. Account creation showed the highest fraud incidence at 2.6%, followed by login attempts at 0.8% and financial transactions at 0.5%.

Why it matters

Botswana's 0.9% digital fraud rate—lowest in Africa—demonstrates a competitive economic advantage and strong cybersecurity standing.

12 June 2026 · Weekend Post →

Business

  1. Botswana's digital fraud rate lowest in Africa at 0.9%

    TransUnion's 2025 research found suspected digital fraud in Botswana at 0.9% of transaction attempts, the lowest across African nations and below the global average of 3.8%. Account creation showed the highest fraud incidence at 2.6%, followed by login attempts at 0.8% and financial transactions at 0.5%.

    12 June 2026 · Weekend Post →

Society

  1. Doctors' union says medicine shortage crisis remains unresolved

    The Botswana Doctors' Union welcomed government efforts to address medicine shortages but stated the problem persists, noting that healthcare workers have long raised concerns about procurement challenges, supply chain inefficiencies, and stock management failures. The union said recent developments have vindicated frontline staff who argued the shortages stemmed from systemic failures rather than individual medical staff actions.

    20 hours ago · Mmegi →

Culture

  1. Maxy Khoisan explores social issues through music career

    Artist Maxy Khoisan, through releases including Mbulali Wami, Sthandwa Sami, and Amasango, uses her music to address themes like gender-based violence, family responsibility, and self-identity. Over nearly three decades, she has maintained relevance by delivering meaningful content that reflects societal realities rather than following trends.

    22 hours ago · Mmegi →

Sport

  1. Francistown football club TAFIC returns to society control

    TAFIC, which had been managed by a company with Petro Hyper owning 90% and the society owning 10%, has returned to full society control following the departure of Petro Hyper. The majority shareholders notified the society of the lapsed management contract, and the society has requested a meeting to resolve outstanding issues.

    23 hours ago · Mmegi →

  2. Orapa seeks reinforcements after championship final loss

    Orapa lost 5-1 to Gaborone United in the championship final in Palapye. Mbulawa believes the gap between the sides stems from experience, exposure, and squad depth rather than talent.

    23 hours ago · Mmegi →

  3. FNB hosts World Cup watch party for clients and media

    FNB hosted a watch party for the World Cup opener, which ended 2-0 with three red cards. The event brought together clients, stakeholders, and media, including Minister of Sport and Arts Jacob Kelebeng, and featured giveaways during a quiz.

    20 hours ago · Mmegi →

  4. Five-a-side football tourney raises awareness against gender-based violence

    A one-day knockout tournament organized by Goi's Grill aims to raise awareness against gender-based violence under the theme "Dont Ka GBV," bringing together clubs from Mmankgodi, Kumakwane, Gabane and Thamaga. The organizer said the tournament will feature GBV victims, police, and activists to brief spectators on the issue, seeking to drive messages about protecting vulnerable members of society and highlight sport's role in promoting social change.

    20 hours ago · Mmegi →

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