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Quali-Med Laboratories opens new healthcare facility in Lobatse

The News

Quali-Med Laboratories officially opened Quali-Med House in Lobatse on October 24, 2026, a facility combining laboratories, a clinic, physiotherapy, and X-ray services, with gynaecology and pharmacy services planned. The enterprise, founded by Irene Patsika, has grown from a single-room operation to employing approximately 55 people.

4 hours ago · Mmegi →

Business

  1. Quali-Med Laboratories opens new healthcare facility in Lobatse

    Quali-Med Laboratories officially opened Quali-Med House in Lobatse on October 24, 2026, a facility combining laboratories, a clinic, physiotherapy, and X-ray services, with gynaecology and pharmacy services planned. The enterprise, founded by Irene Patsika, has grown from a single-room operation to employing approximately 55 people.

    4 hours ago · Mmegi →

Culture

  1. Local gospel group Hosanna draws large crowd at live recording

    Hosanna Gospel Singers, established in 2009, held its third live recording show on Saturday, demonstrating that local gospel groups can attract sizeable crowds and deliver performances rivaling international acts. The strong attendance challenged the perception that only visiting international gospel performers can fill major venues in Botswana.

    5 hours ago · Mmegi →

  2. Shaba Stele's music breakthrough and multi-faceted life

    After initially losing focus on school and facing parental opposition to music, artist Shaba Stele's debut single "I O U" became a number-one hit, marking a breakthrough year. Beyond music, he farms, engages in philanthropy, and draws inspiration for his songs directly from real-life experiences with his partner, teaching himself mixing and mastering through YouTube to maintain creative control.

    5 hours ago · Mmegi →

Sport

  1. Late sprinter Maotoanong remembered as patriot and mentor

    At Maotoanong's memorial service at the National Stadium, Kelebeng praised the late sprinter as a patriot whose achievements brought honor to Botswana, noting his gold medal in the 4x400m relay at the 2018 Commonwealth Games, African Championships relay golds in 2014 and 2016, and his recent Level One coaching certification demonstrating commitment to developing future athletes.

    17 hours ago · Daily News Botswana →

  2. Three hat-trick scorers mark new football league season

    Four hat-tricks have been scored early in the season—three in league play by Gaborone United's Thabo Maponda, Jwaneng Galaxy's Godfrey Tauyatswala, and Enesia FC's Odirile Lekoba, and one in the African Hero Top 8 by Tlhalefo Molebatsi in a 3-1 win over Orapa United—prompting questions about the attacking form of local forwards.

    6 hours ago · Mmegi →

  3. GU chase first three-peat in seven years

    The Money Machine leads the league with a four-point advantage and remains unbeaten, the only side yet to drop a point. They have scored 12 goals and conceded three, with an attacking efficiency and defensive discipline.

    6 hours ago · Mmegi →

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