Botswana will celebrate 60 years of independence on September 30, marking the establishment of the Republic of Botswana in 1966. This year's Diamond Jubilee Celebrations will be held at Gaborone Main Mall under the theme "Building Resilience, Driving Prosperity," with national and community events coordinated by a National Organising Committee and district-level committees.
10 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Botswana will celebrate 60 years of independence on September 30, marking the establishment of the Republic of Botswana in 1966. This year's Diamond Jubilee Celebrations will be held at Gaborone Main Mall under the theme "Building Resilience, Driving Prosperity," with national and community events coordinated by a National Organising Committee and district-level committees.
10 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
A constitutional challenge by two women seeking civil marriage recognition now includes LGBTQ+ advocates, religious groups, and a human-rights scholar, widening the dispute beyond the original case between the couple and the Government of Botswana.
14 hours ago · The Botswana Gazette →
Bank of Botswana figures show that arrears owed to commercial banks declined from a record high in January, reaching a low of P6.57 billion in March before rising to P6.89 billion in June, with the majority classified as 'specific provisions' for loans over 180 days old.
20 hours ago · Mmegi →
Gabaraane has stepped down as CEO of Fairground Holdings after eight years leading the Botswana-based MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) sector organisation. Her tenure focused on developing a masterplan for organisational transformation, building strategic partnerships, and strengthening management capabilities.
20 hours ago · Mmegi →
The 2025 Agricultural Census found that the goat population increased 5.5 per cent and sheep population surged 33.3 per cent over the past decade, while the national cattle population dropped 6.1 per cent. The decline in cattle was driven by a 13.1 per cent plunge in traditional cattle holdings, offset partly by significant expansion in the commercial cattle subsector.
10 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
At 21, Marang Lemeni is challenging the belief that poor exam results determine future prospects through her youth movement, Teens On Track, which focuses on second chances and supporting young people.
17 hours ago · The Botswana Gazette →
The Mogoditshane/Thamaga District Council chairperson has proposed immediate closure of Thamaga Junior Secondary School due to persistent sewerage problems, citing high public health risks from stagnant wastewater and contamination. The school requires about 40 vacuum tanker loads of sewerage removal monthly at a cost of P120,000, yet the underlying issue remains unresolved.
10 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The North East District Council runs comprehensive rehabilitation programmes offering technical skills, training and business management education to vulnerable populations, aiming to reduce poverty and improve food security by helping able-bodied beneficiaries establish individual businesses and reduce reliance on government handouts. Projects range from small stock and catering to hair salons, carpentry and milling, with continuous psychosocial support provided to shift beneficiaries' mindsets.
10 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Statistics Botswana recorded 14,037 deaths in 2024, up 3.9 percent from 13,508 deaths in 2023, with non-communicable diseases accounting for most deaths.
14 hours ago · The Botswana Gazette →
Nomy was assigned the benchwarmer position after underperforming in Monday's Head of House Challenge but refused to accept the vest or take her seat. Her repeated refusal to comply with Big Brother's instructions has previously resulted in warnings and a strike.
23 hours ago · Mmegi →
My Secret Truth, produced by Carlos Moreno Laguillo, follows Aitana Fernández, who infiltrates a powerful family under a new identity to confront the men who destroyed her life, but her mission for revenge becomes complicated as she uncovers buried truths and develops unexpected feelings.
10 September 2026 · Mmegi →
A year after his death, Atlasaone "ATI" Molemogi's birthday will be marked with a tombstone unveiling ceremony in Lerala on September 28, bringing together fans, friends and family.
17 hours ago · The Botswana Gazette →
Gaborone United and Jwaneng Galaxy both drew 1-1 in their opening CAF Champions League legs, with decisive return matches to come.
21 hours ago · The Botswana Gazette →
Police XI top the 2026/27 FNB Premiership standings after winning both opening matches without conceding a goal, though clubs have uneven games played due to CAF commitments and weather disruptions.
21 hours ago · The Botswana Gazette →
Organisers of the Gabs 7s International Rugby Tournament have accused Bokomo 7s arrangers of sabotaging their event by inviting clubs targeted by Gabs 7s and refusing to register Hogs teams. Hogs general manager Lynn Warburton denied the accusations, saying coaches were still determining team participation; the Bokomo 7s takes place tomorrow with 10 clubs confirmed.
19 hours ago · Mmegi →
A high-level regional golf tournament in Jwaneng will bring together government leaders, businesses, investors and stakeholders from Botswana, Namibia and South Africa to explore investment and economic development opportunities along the Trans-Kalahari Corridor. The event will include panel discussions on investment, transport and regional development, and is themed around driving trade and linking markets.
10 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →