Ketshogile is chairing a PDC council session from August 17 to 25 despite a demand from David Ikanyeng's lawyers that neither claimant should preside while their court dispute remains unresolved.
19 August 2026 · Mmegi →
Ketshogile is chairing a PDC council session from August 17 to 25 despite a demand from David Ikanyeng's lawyers that neither claimant should preside while their court dispute remains unresolved.
19 August 2026 · Mmegi →
The Palapye council secretary has rejected a lawyer's letter demanding that the deputy chairperson lead council proceedings pending a High Court ruling on the leadership dispute, calling the letter "highly irregular and improper" and arguing it seeks to influence proceedings before the court delivers its decision on September 28.
19 August 2026 · Mmegi →
President Duma Boko has defended Botswana's decision to establish a physical diplomatic mission in Moscow, saying it corrects a diplomatic gap and opens economic opportunities despite scrutiny over Russia's war in Ukraine and international sanctions.
19 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
The Lobatse High Court has blocked Government's revised local per diem arrangement scheduled for 1 September 2026, ordering fresh consultations with six public-sector unions before any final decision.
19 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
The DCEC confirmed that Salakae and six others are due to appear before the Regional Magistrates Court on 28 August on charges of corruption, abuse of office, corrupting a public officer and money laundering. Salakae is alleged to have received P1.6 million, a Toyota Fortuner worth P575,000, and bush-clearing services as valuable consideration for influencing the award of a P1.455 billion government contract to Tau Grading and Construction for the Ghanzi–New Xade road.
19 August 2026 · Mmegi →
Government has appealed a High Court ruling that awarded the Basubiya Paramount Chief the E2 salary scale, arguing that succession under the Bogosi Act does not automatically confer the higher remuneration.
19 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Leader of Opposition Dumelang Saleshando has challenged the UDC's narrative on the Electoral Amendment Bill, contending that the reform process began shortly after the 2024 general elections rather than being rushed after the All-Party Conference.
19 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Lobatse deputy district commissioner Dr Malebogo Rathedi said government has designated Lobatse as a Special Economic Zone for the meat and leather value chain, positioning the town as a centre for industrialisation, value addition, exports and employment. She highlighted emerging investments including dairy farming and brick manufacturing as evidence of the town's economic potential.
19 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
On August 28, the Bank of Botswana will offer P2.5 billion in three- and six-month Treasury Bills and P600 million in longer-term bonds to finance government debt and provide fresh funding. The central bank has recently met borrowing targets with declining yields, reflecting improved fiscal conditions driven by stronger diamond sales and a P7 billion dividend from the central bank.
19 August 2026 · Mmegi →
SkyCloud managing director Bruce Nkgakile said the company has identified opportunities in housing, student accommodation, government offices and transport sectors. The company's property division, Sky Class Properties, has approached local commercial banks and received positive responses.
19 August 2026 · Mmegi →
Lucara's Q2 2026 revenue fell to $41.0 million from $43.7 million, driven by lower carats sold and weaker pricing in smaller commercial categories. Directors noted positive price movement in larger, rarer diamonds and across rough and polished markets, suggesting conditions are stabilising after a prolonged downturn, despite ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty and lab-grown diamond competition.
19 August 2026 · Mmegi →
A fatal vehicle crash occurred at around 1am opposite Optimum Health Clinic in Gaborone's Main Mall, killing one woman and injuring four others; the vehicle carrying five people crashed into a tree after the 32-year-old Ugandan driver lost control.
19 August 2026 · Mmegi →
A disabled man living alone was trapped in his two-roomed house when fire broke out around 2:30pm in Malatswai. He was taken to hospital but died from his injuries; the cause of the fire remains under investigation.
19 August 2026 · Mmegi →
Police are investigating a death in Letlhakane after a woman in her 60s was identified as a suspect. According to the woman, she and her 65-year-old partner fought before going to sleep, with the incident reportedly occurring after a misunderstanding.
19 August 2026 · Mmegi →
A man from Motshegaletau has been charged with murdering his girlfriend. According to reports, the incident occurred at the suspect's residence following a fight between the couple, during which the suspect allegedly assaulted the woman.
19 August 2026 · Mmegi →
The Botswana Government has no separate database to identify Old Age Pension recipients who simultaneously earn salaries or draw other pensions, leaving the number and cost of such overlaps unknown.
19 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
The Botswana Prison Service has five inmates serving life sentences, and the commissioner has indicated the service is prioritizing counselling, rehabilitation, and maintaining hope for these inmates facing indefinite incarceration.
19 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Miss World Botswana Ruth Thomas won the opening round of the Miss World Head Chef Beauty Challenge in Vietnam with her Team 9 teammates, competing in a culinary task against contestants from ten other countries. The 24-year-old from Masunga is representing Botswana at the 73rd Miss World Festival, held in Vietnam from August 9 to September 5.
19 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Visual artist Kelebogile Marope has won the FNB Art Prize, recognized for years of work involving memory, persistence, and ordinary objects as the Botswana art scene expands beyond its borders.
19 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Between The Toast offers an informal approach to wine appreciation, combining serious bottles with playful food and relaxed conversation instead of formal wine lectures.
19 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Artist Wilson Ngoni used his 48th birthday to stage a two-day art event featuring new work and revisited pieces from his creative legacy.
19 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Lone Motsomi's "Kgololo" uses the body as a means of processing grief, transforming it into a space for therapy and healing rather than escape.
19 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
The Gaborone Book Festival is returning to the National Museum with literary figures, new voices, and poetry, after a three-year hiatus from the city's cultural calendar.
19 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
The Minister of Sport and Arts, Jacob Kelebeng, emphasised government's commitment to nurturing local athletic talent, citing the upcoming IBO All Africa Championship bout between Botswana's Kutlwano Ogaketse and South Africa's Aphiwe Mboyiya on September 18 in Gaborone as an example of multi-stakeholder collaboration in sport.
19 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
More than 350 karatekas will compete at the Botswana Kofukan Open Championship on Saturday to secure national team selections for the 2027 Kofukan World Cup in France. The tournament, organised by the Botswana Kofukan Federation, will feature Kata, Kumite and Team events and serves as a platform for athletes to display skills and secure national rankings.
19 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Botswana is hosting the Ballin N Da Bush Safari Classic, a basketball tournament scheduled for September 28–30 at the UB Indoor Sports Arena, featuring leading clubs from Africa and Europe competing for a US$100,000 prize purse. The event aims to position Botswana as a hub for international basketball while creating opportunities for local athletes.
19 August 2026 · Mmegi →
The Botswana Football League Board has approved fixtures for the new season, which will begin on August 28, with a festive break from December 19, 2026, to January 8, 2027, and final matches scheduled for May 22, 2027.
19 August 2026 · Mmegi →
The Botswana Table Tennis Association has revised its 2026 events calendar to accommodate two international youth competitions Botswana will host in November, allowing athletes and clubs time to prepare.
19 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Preparations are underway for the 2026 Independence Kids Run, scheduled for September 26 in Gaborone's central business district as Botswana celebrates its 60th Independence Anniversary.
19 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Botswana has unveiled the IBO All Africa Championship Title Belt as an initiative to strengthen professional boxing, develop local talent, and create economic opportunities through sport.
19 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
The Confederation of African Football has provisionally upgraded Botswana's National Stadium to Category 3 status, which the BFA president says gives the country greater flexibility in hosting international football and strengthens prospects for staging continental events.
19 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Ranked second in Africa, Botswana's beach volleyball team has entered a 24-team continental qualification field in Egypt, targeting the World Championships and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
19 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
At the 46th SADC summit in Durban, Botswana Vaccine Institute was designated as a regional Foot and Mouth Disease Antigen/Vaccine Bank to strengthen prevention and control efforts. The summit also urged member states to enhance preparedness for El Niño-induced climate shocks.
19 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →