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Friday, 31 July 2026
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Politics

Court of Appeal overturns High Court freeze on Pro-Serve funds

The News

The Court of Appeal has overturned a High Court order that had frozen funds linked to the Modipane-Mabalane Road project and restricted Pro-Serve from managing aspects of the contract, ruling that Tau Grading & Building Construction failed to satisfy legal requirements for an anti-dissipation order. The dispute arose after Pro-Serve terminated its agreement with Tau Grading on the government-backed road project.

31 July 2026 · Weekend Post →

Politics

  1. Court of Appeal overturns High Court freeze on Pro-Serve funds

    The Court of Appeal has overturned a High Court order that had frozen funds linked to the Modipane-Mabalane Road project and restricted Pro-Serve from managing aspects of the contract, ruling that Tau Grading & Building Construction failed to satisfy legal requirements for an anti-dissipation order. The dispute arose after Pro-Serve terminated its agreement with Tau Grading on the government-backed road project.

    31 July 2026 · Weekend Post →

Mining & Energy

  1. US restores duty-free access for Botswana diamonds

    Botswana has welcomed the United States' decision to remove additional import tariffs on Botswana-origin diamonds, restoring competitiveness in a key jewellery market. However, lab-grown diamonds pose a greater long-term threat to natural stones than tariff-related barriers.

    31 July 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →

Culture

  1. Botswana's comedy scene grows, but profitability remains elusive

    Botswana's stand-up comedy has evolved from pioneering performers to a nationwide movement, but the industry still struggles to become financially viable.

    31 July 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →

  2. Miss Universe Botswana 2027 pageant officially underway

    Auditions for Miss Universe Botswana 2027 have concluded and introductions of contestants have begun, with a reality-show format bringing competition and conversations around inclusivity to the pageant.

    31 July 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →

  3. Filmmaker centers Okavango Delta people's voices and knowledge

    Filmmaker Moabi Mogorosi's film "Batho ba Metsi" shifts focus from the Okavango Delta's scenic beauty to highlight the knowledge, labour, and memory of the people who have sustained it for generations.

    31 July 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →

Sport

  1. BFL board rejects motion of no confidence move

    The BFL board, led by Sipho Showa, blocked attempts to pass a vote of no confidence, citing the absence of any provision in the BFL constitution for such a motion. Showa argued that a motion of no confidence mechanism would violate natural justice principles by making the mover simultaneously complainant, prosecutor, and judge.

    31 July 2026 · Mmegi →

  2. GM Soccer Fiesta begins three-day pre-season tournament

    The three-day GM Soccer Fiesta tournament runs through Sunday to help clubs prepare for the 2026-2027 season, featuring Botswana Premier League teams and regional opposition including a Namibian side.

    31 July 2026 · Mmegi →

  3. BFA to vote with CAF over Infantino's FIFA commercial plan

    FIFA proposed setting up a commercial subsidiary to run events including the World Cup, prompting backlash from UEFA. CAF, FIFA's largest continental federation with 54 members, is expected to back the proposal, and the Botswana Football Association will vote with CAF at Morocco's elective congress in May 2027, where Infantino will seek his second term.

    31 July 2026 · Mmegi →

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