Also known as: Mr Keorapetse · National Assembly Speaker Dithapelo Keorapetse · Mr Dithapelo Keorapetse · Speaker Dithapelo Keorapetse · Speaker of the National Assembly Dithapelo Keorapetse
National Assembly Speaker championing parliamentary independence and democratic governance reform in Botswana.
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Mmegi
… At the time four BCP legislators, namely Dithapelo Keorapetse, Dr Never Tshabang, Onneetse Ramogapi and David Tshere, who had been expelled from the party, remained in the UDC as direct members. …
UDC faces 2029 direct membership migrainesBotswana Sunday Standard
Sunday Standard Dow, Keorapetse put death penalty on trial Botswana’s long-standing use of the death penalty is facing renewed scrutiny after National Assembly Speaker Dithapelo Keorapetse and Botswana Congress Party Vice President Unity Dow questioned whether executions deter vi …
Dow, Keorapetse put death penalty on trialDaily News Botswana
… Speaking at the official welcoming ceremony of the Team Botswana following participation at the 2026 Commonwealth Games on Tuesday in Gaborone, Speaker of the National Assembly, Dithapelo Keorapetse said champions were defined by how they respond to setbacks Despite traveling to …
Invest in local talent to drive excellence -KeorapetseDaily News Botswana
… The premiere, attended by President Advocate Duma Boko, Minister of Sport and Arts, Jacob Kelebeng, Speaker of the National Assembly, Dithapelo Keorapetse, Leader of the Opposition and Maun North legislator, Mr Dumelang Saleshando as well as conservationists, traditional leaders, …
Batho Ba Metsi honours Okavango Delta custodiansThe Botswana Gazette
A clash has erupted between Opposition Leader Dumelang Saleshando and Speaker of the National Assembly Dithapelo Keorapetse over a proposed Bill seeking to scrap constituency allowances for the President, Speaker and Specially Elected MPs BONGANI MALUNGA A dispute has erupted bet …
Saleshando, Speaker Clash Over Constituency AllowancesWeekend Post
Speaker of the National Assembly, Dithapelo Keorapetse, has made parliamentary independence the cornerstone of his tenure, unveiling a bold vision to transform Botswana’s legislature into a stronger, better-resourced, and more autonomous institution. …
Keorapetse’s Legacy Bid: An Independent ParliamentThe Botswana Gazette
Former Speaker Phandu Skelemani has urged President Boko, his Cabinet and legislators to back Speaker Dithapelo Keorapetse’s push for an independent Parliament to strengthen Botswana’s democracy SESUPO RANTSIMAKO Former Speaker of the National Assembly Phandu Skelemani has thrown …
Skelemani Urges Executive to Back Speaker’s AgendaMmegi
Speaking during the first-ever occasion of the official opening of the third meeting of the second session of the 13th Parliament, Keorapetse said special rights and privileges protect MPs from undue external pressure, but challenges remain.“Beyond their tenure, many politicians …
MPs struggle to find jobs after ParleyMmegi
Speaking yesterday during a ceremony Botswana has never held before, the Speaker of the National Assembly, Dithapelo Keorapetse and Leader of Opposition (LoO) Dumelang Saleshando hailed the rationale of the official opening of Parliament’s Legislative business being the third mee …
Parley steps out of the Executive's shadowDaily News Botswana
… Speaking at the inaugural official opening of the Third Meeting of the Second Session of the 13th Parliament in Gaborone on Monday, Mr Dithapelo Keorapetse said, as guardians of the Constitution, MPs should be stewards of public trust and servants of the people. …
Speaker urges MPs to rise above partisanshipThe UDC coalition faces internal debate over whether to continue a special arrangement for direct members in the 2029 election, an arrangement that emerged after the BCP's withdrawal and allowed four expelled BCP legislators to contest the 2024 elections under the UDC banner without joining affiliate parties.
28 September 2026 · Mmegi →
The UDC coalition faces internal debate over whether to continue a special arrangement for direct members in the 2029 election, an arrangement that emerged after the BCP's withdrawal and allowed four expelled BCP legislators to contest the 2024 elections under the UDC banner without joining affiliate parties.
28 September 2026 · Mmegi →
National Assembly Speaker Dithapelo Keorapetse and Botswana Congress Party Vice President Unity Dow have questioned whether executions deter violent crime and whether the state should continue taking the lives of convicted offenders, calling for an "honest conversation" about capital punishment's purpose.
7 September 2026 · Botswana Sunday Standard →
Speaker of the National Assembly Dithapelo Keorapetse urged stakeholders to protect and invest in local sporting talent and strengthen foundational systems for high-performance excellence, following Team Botswana's medal-less return from the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
6 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
A new documentary film, "Batho Ba Metsi: A Journey to Meet the People of the Water," directed by Moabi Mogorosi, features the lives, resilience, challenges and traditions of people living in the Okavango Delta. The filmmaker said the project aims to preserve Botswana's heritage and give voice to the delta's residents, with plans to air the film on National Geographic and at film festivals.
5 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Opposition Leader Dumelang Saleshando and Speaker Dithapelo Keorapetse have clashed over a proposed Bill to scrap constituency allowances for the President, Speaker, and Specially Elected MPs.
27 July 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Speaker of the National Assembly Dithapelo Keorapetse has made parliamentary independence his tenure's cornerstone, arguing that Botswana's legislature must evolve into a truly autonomous co-equal branch of government capable of lawmaking, executive scrutiny, and citizen representation without institutional dependence on the executive. The speech was delivered at Parliament's inaugural formal ceremony dedicated to launching its legislative agenda—a historic break from tradition marking the first such ceremony since independence.
22 July 2026 · Weekend Post →
Former Speaker Phandu Skelemani has urged President Boko, his Cabinet and legislators to support Speaker Dithapelo Keorapetse's push for an independent Parliament to strengthen Botswana's democracy.
20 July 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Parliament is establishing a credit and cooperative society (SACCOS) to assist MPs and ex-MPs struggling with employability and insufficient retirement benefits after leaving office, with support from the Botswana Savings and Credit Cooperative Association.
14 July 2026 · Mmegi →
The Speaker of the National Assembly and Leader of Opposition hailed Botswana's inaugural official opening of Parliament's Legislative business as an institutional statement that the legislature should be a co-equal and operationally independent branch of government, not subordinate to the Executive.
14 July 2026 · Mmegi →
The Speaker of the National Assembly called on MPs to rise above partisanship in service of the nation, act as guardians of the Constitution and stewards of public trust, and view parliamentary scrutiny of budgets and spending as patriotic accountability rather than obstruction.
14 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The Speaker of the National Assembly says Parliament operates under financial constraints that limit MPs' ability to serve citizens effectively. Parliament's proposed recurrent budget is P206 million (0.2% of the total national budget) and development budget is P8 million (0.03% of the development allocation) for the 2026/2027 financial year.
14 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The Speaker of the National Assembly opened the 3rd Meeting of the Second Session of the 13th Parliament, emphasizing Parliament's core role in law-making, executive oversight, and accountability to the electorate. He outlined a vision for an independent, inclusive institution that strengthens public engagement through open committee hearings and promotes citizen participation in governance.
13 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Speaker Dithapelo Keorapetse called on Members of Parliament to continuously strengthen their knowledge, skills and ethical leadership, saying an effective legislature is central to good governance. He said Parliament should embrace technological innovation, including artificial intelligence, to improve its functions.
7 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
President Duma Boko, speaking at Sir Seretse Khama Day commemoration, called on Batswana to draw inspiration from the founding president's vision, humility and commitment to democracy, describing his policies on non-racialism, education, economic management and political tolerance as foundational to modern Botswana.
2 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Botswana's National Assembly speaker told the 13th parliament to drive meaningful reforms, strengthen democratic governance, and restore public trust in institutions following the country's first change of government. He stressed that democracy requires accountability and that parliamentary committees are key instruments for holding the executive and public institutions responsible.
11 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Former President Dr Mokgweetsi Masisi, speaking at the State Memorial Service for late former President Dr Festus Mogae, described him as a genuine democrat and patriot whose conduct embodied Botswana values. Masisi highlighted Mogae's role as a transformative leader who shaped the nation's economic trajectory, including championing diamond beneficiation and relocating diamond valuing and sorting from London to Gaborone.
15 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Hundreds of Batswana lined up at Parliament Building on Wednesday to pay their last respects to former President Dr Festus Mogae, whose body lay in state. Acting President Ndaba Gaolathe, Mogae's widow Barbara, and other dignitaries were among those who paid their respects.
13 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Acting President Ndaba Gaolathe and other senior leaders signed the book of condolences for former President Dr Festus Mogae at Parliament, as the nation mourns the statesman who is remembered for his contributions to Botswana's economic growth, democratic governance and international stability. Dr Mogae died on May 8 and will be laid to rest on May 16.
12 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
National Assembly Speaker Dithapelo Keorapetse will headline Exclusive Human Capital Consultancy's fourth Corporate Governance Summit on May 21 and 22 at Phakalane Golf Estate, which will focus on governance architecture and accountability and bring together business leaders and policymakers.
11 May 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
National Assembly Speaker Dithapelo Keorapetse said public expectations are high for Parliament and government institutions to deliver on voters' demands for law reform, policy reform, representation and economic transformation. He noted that Parliament has adopted a National Development Plan and economic transformation plan, and called for democratic institutions to become more independent, well-resourced and empowered.
11 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The Botswana Congress Party is formally engaging the Speaker of the National Assembly over the underperformance of parliamentary committees, noting that several committees did not meet regularly during the past financial year, which the party says has hampered Parliament's constitutional role in scrutinizing government activities and holding the Executive accountable.
5 May 2026 · Weekend Post →