BPF councillor David Ikanyeng is challenging the Minister of Local Government's refusal to recognise him as Palapye District Council chairperson after councillors passed a motion of no confidence against the previous chair and appointed him instead. The court case was postponed after Ikanyeng's initial legal representatives withdrew, and his new attorney requested time to prepare.
7 August 2026 · Mmegi →
BPF councillor David Ikanyeng is challenging the Minister of Local Government's refusal to recognise him as Palapye District Council chairperson after councillors passed a motion of no confidence against the previous chair and appointed him instead. The court case was postponed after Ikanyeng's initial legal representatives withdrew, and his new attorney requested time to prepare.
7 August 2026 · Mmegi →
The Court of Appeal has overturned interim orders that froze Pro-Serve Consulting Botswana's project funds and halted the Modipane-Mabalane Road Project, finding serious procedural and disclosure failures in how Tau Grading invoked the orders.
7 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Botswana has made part of its unused Norwegian beef export quota available to Namibia, enabling the neighbouring country to unlock an additional N$100 million in projected export earnings.
7 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Only half of Air Botswana's six aircraft are operational despite P355.9 million spent on fleet renewal over five years, leaving the airline with persistent flight disruptions and losses unresolved.
7 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
BERa held an engagement with the business community to discuss electricity tariffs, billing methodologies, and the practical realities companies face following the implementation of revised tariff frameworks. Business Botswana highlighted that electricity is critical to production costs, competitiveness, and economic growth.
7 August 2026 · Mmegi →
Air Botswana has attributed persistent flight delays and cancellations to a worsening pilot shortage following 11 cockpit crew resignations during the first six months of 2026, compounded by delayed recurrent training and expired licences.
7 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
A documentary produced by Okavango Diamond Company and The Nkashi Trust premiered, showcasing the lives and challenges of Okavango communities whose existence is tied to the delta. The premiere was attended by President Duma Boko and Minister of Sport and Arts Jacob Kelebeng.
7 August 2026 · Mmegi →
Designer Koki presented Heritage Reimagined: Living Archives, an exhibition at the National Museum celebrating Botswana's landscapes, culture and craftsmanship through fashion, positioning heritage as evolving with its people rather than static.
7 August 2026 · Mmegi →
Kearoma will hold a 27th Anniversary Gala Concert and album launch for Zambezi Soul at Avani Hotel & Resort, themed "Rhythm Through the Ages," featuring a nostalgic journey through the music, fashion and culture of the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s.
7 August 2026 · Mmegi →
CANAL+, the South African Rugby Union and New Zealand Rugby have confirmed a broadcast rights agreement for four Test matches between South Africa's Springboks and the All Blacks, to be shown live on SuperSport across Africa. The All Blacks will tour South Africa for the first time since 1996, with three Tests in SA (August 2026) and one in Baltimore, USA (September 2026), alongside four provincial matches.
7 August 2026 · Weekend Post →
A two-day women's football tournament at SSG Grounds in Gaborone on August 8–9 aims to provide competitive preseason opportunities for Botswanan clubs outside the league season. The top four teams qualify for a follow-up international tournament on August 15–16, with organisers hoping the initiative will become a regular fixture to support player development.
7 August 2026 · Mmegi →
The Okavango International Beef & Fish Festival will take place September 25–26 in Shakawe, blending food, culture, tourism, and business to showcase the region's culinary traditions, beef production, and freshwater fish alongside its wildlife attractions, while providing a platform for local producers and entrepreneurs.
7 August 2026 · Weekend Post →
Several athletes, including four Ugandan boxers and one Pakistani boxer, went missing after the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games closing ceremonies and are believed to be seeking asylum in Scotland, according to reports and Police Scotland confirmations.
7 August 2026 · Weekend Post →