Government faces scrutiny for conducting due diligence on Zotus Group only after formal cooperation agreements had been signed for the Zotus City project.
13 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Government faces scrutiny for conducting due diligence on Zotus Group only after formal cooperation agreements had been signed for the Zotus City project.
13 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Mogoditshane North MP Galenawabo Lekau has refused to back down from his push to legalise prostitution, challenging churches to march against his motion and vowing to mobilise sex workers in response to opposition from the Evangelical Fellowship of Botswana.
13 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Opposition MPs are resisting proposals to lower the legal gambling age to 18, as the Gambling Authority warns that illegal betting drains an estimated P850 million annually from the economy and exposes young people to unregulated platforms.
13 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Public service unions have raised concerns over inadequate consultation surrounding the proposed Public Service Bill of 2026, arguing that limited engagement could undermine workers' rights and labour relations. The unions object to the Bill's expanded powers for the DPSM and PSP in discipline and recruitment matters, and say they will continue advocating against it unless proper structures are established.
13 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Months after President Duma Boko received a forensic audit covering a decade of alleged corruption, key law-enforcement agencies say they have not seen the report or acted on its findings.
13 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Botswana's gambling sector is expected to reach over one billion Pula in revenue by March 2026, driven by licensed operators and online engagement, but an estimated $63 million annually is spent on illegal and offshore betting platforms, creating challenges for financial integrity and money laundering control.
13 August 2026 · Weekend Post →
Debswana and the Citizen Entrepreneurial Development Agency have formed an alliance to unlock opportunities for citizen-owned businesses across agriculture, manufacturing, innovation, and engineering, leveraging Debswana's operational expertise and market access to scale local enterprises and strengthen supply chains.
13 August 2026 · Weekend Post →
Research from Storyblok and FT Longitude found that outdated and poorly managed enterprise content creates a global economic cost of $4.63 trillion, with AI adoption amplifying problems as search tools increasingly draw on obsolete information.
13 August 2026 · Weekend Post →
Bank of Botswana data shows EFTPOS transaction values dropped about 29% between January–March 2026 and the fourth quarter of 2025, reflecting a continuing soft trend in consumer spending. Total EFTPOS values fell to P85.4 billion in 2025 from P120.6 billion in 2024, marking the first year-on-year decline.
13 August 2026 · Mmegi →
Scientists forecast a "super" El Niño event in late 2026 will trigger higher temperatures and reduced rainfall across the Southern Hemisphere, potentially causing $10–20 billion in economic damages across Africa. Botswana faces particular risks including soaring temperatures, diminishing water supplies, increased wildfire risks, and impacts on wildlife populations, prompting the African Union Commission to urge member states to strengthen early warning systems.
13 August 2026 · Weekend Post →
At a birthday celebration for elders aged 100–106, the Minister of Youth and Gender Affairs praised elderly citizens for their sacrifices, hard work and patriotism in laying foundations for Botswana's development, highlighting their voluntary contributions to building schools and infrastructure.
13 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Nurses, midwives, and supporters have petitioned Cabinet to reject proposed NMCB fee increases, warning that higher charges could deepen financial pressure and push professionals out of practice.
13 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Minister of Health Dr Stephen Modise has urged Members of Parliament to scrutinise the proposed National Health Insurance Reform, calling it one of Botswana's most consequential initiatives aimed at achieving Universal Health Coverage through fundamental transformation of the health system. The reform is designed to deliver a more resilient, digitised and interoperable health system, with a proposed strategic national fund to allow government to purchase healthcare services more effectively and reduce reliance on donor funding.
13 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Rural communities in Botswana are confronting digital threats including mobile money scams and identity theft, and are calling for practical tools to protect themselves.
13 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Botswana's Births and Deaths Registration System logged nearly 41,000 deaths between mid-2021 and mid-2026, with yearly figures ranging from 7,346 to 8,861 and average ages at death fluctuating between 67 and 79 years. The data was presented to Parliament by the Minister of Labour and Home Affairs, raising questions about healthcare system challenges and the causes of death.
13 August 2026 · Weekend Post →
The Botswana Cycling Association will hold Cross Country Olympic Mountain Bike championships at Mokolodi, featuring national champions across eight distance categories with both male and female riders competing in divisions from kids to grand masters. Rising stars including Hope Mathiba, Loapi Mmokele, and Ryana Kenaope are expected to compete on a dynamic 15km circuit.
13 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
During Women's Month, SuperSport is placing women at the centre of sporting storytelling, recognizing their contributions as athletes, analysts, presenters, producers, and technical staff across various sports.
13 August 2026 · Mmegi →
The annual Orapa Duiker Tournament, one of Botswana's premier lawn bowls competitions, is underway this week with 24 teams registered. Players from Botswana and neighboring countries including Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe are competing on some of the country's finest greens.
13 August 2026 · Botswana Sunday Standard →
Four regional block winners will compete in the DTC Botswana Women's Football Championship final on Saturday, with semifinals starting at 0900hrs at Saxton Kowa Ground and the final doubleheader at Royal Aria Stadium in Tlokweng from 1600hrs. Admission is free.
13 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Bet267 will sponsor Township Rollers P1 million per season for two years, bringing the total value of the agreement to P2 million.
13 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Tonota FC defeated Zambian side Nkana FC 2-1 in the final of the inaugural Tati River Cup at Obed Itani Chilume Stadium in Francistown. Organisers plan to attract more clubs, partners and international opposition to the tournament annually.
13 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
The inaugural Beyond 40: Stride by Stride Walk, scheduled for September 5, 2026 at the Three Dikgosi Monument in Gaborone, has secured early corporate backing and is seeking additional sponsors and participants.
13 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Mantenge Hill, near Kalakamati, features Stone Age rock art and paintings and is home to the Mantenge Conservation Trust, established in 2008 and formally registered in 2010. The community-based organisation works to preserve the site's cultural heritage, including former Bakalanga rain-making ceremony grounds, while conserving indigenous wildlife and vegetation and promoting sustainable community benefit.
13 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Botswana reaffirms commitment to regional integration as the SADC Council of Ministers meets in Durban, South Africa, led by Minister Dr Phenyo Butale. The Council will review implementation of 2025 Summit decisions and identify priorities including economic corridors, the Regional Development Fund, and disaster risk management ahead of the 46th SADC Summit scheduled for August 2026.
13 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →