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2026-05-042026-06-24

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  1. June 2026
  2. Weekend Post

    Other returning giants like Egypt and Ghana have arrived with mixed fortunes. Egypt, led by the legendary Mohamed Salah, carries the hopes of a passionate fanbase eager for a deep tournament run.

    Africa’s 10 Teams at FIFA 2026: Triumphs, trials, and a rising tide
  3. Mmegi

    The Ntungamili Raguin-inspired side made a solid start on Wednesday against Ghana, as Botswana pushes for promotion, just a year after making the leap from Group V.

    Botswana in do-or-die tie against Algeria
  4. Botswana Sunday Standard

    Documents circulated to shareholders ahead of a vote on the proposed disposal of subsidiaries in Ghana, Tanzania, Nigeria, Rwanda and Uganda show the operations generated a combined loss after tax of P519.5 million in the year ended December 2025, despite producing operating inco

    Letshego’s African retreat driven by P520 million losses
  5. Mmegi

    In a recent notice to shareholders, the group said it would seek their approval on June 19 to advance with the sale to Axian Digital Venture Holding and Management Limited.The assets in the deal are Letshego Ghana Savings and Loans PLC, Letshego Faidika Bank Tanzania Limited, Let

    Letshego calls AGM for P840m exit deal
  6. May 2026
  7. Daily News Botswana

    The Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) confirmed Botswana as the next host of the event, following the end of the 24th edition, which was held in Accra, Ghana.

    Botswana ready for continental showpiece
  8. Botswana Sunday Standard

    Sunday Standard Ghana Championships a Valuable Experience for Botswana’s Young Athletes The medal count continues to rise for Botswana at the ongoing African Athletics Championships in Ghana.

    Ghana Championships a Valuable Experience for Botswana’s Young Athletes
  9. Daily News Botswana

    The hosting rights were initially awarded in 2024, prompting Botswana Athletics Association to present its readiness case before the CAA council in Accra, Ghana on May 11.

    Botswana Ready To Host Athletics Championships
  10. Daily News Botswana

    This was said by Botswana Athletics Association acting president, Oabona Theetso after Confederation of African Athletics meeting in Accra, Ghana today.

    Botswana to Host Senior Athletics Championships in 2028
  11. Mmegi

    He noted that this year’s gathering attracted countries and stakeholders from across the continent including Angola, Liberia, Namibia, South Africa, Ghana, Madagascar, Sierra Leone, Kenya, Nigeria, Zambia, Botswana, Malawi, Lesotho and Eswatini, as well as key institutions such a

    Gaborone hosts landmark continental education summit
  12. Botswana Sunday Standard

    The Gaborone-based lender has agreed to sell units in Ghana, Tanzania, Nigeria, Rwanda and Uganda to Axian Digital Venture Holding and Management Ltd., according to a statement seen by The Telegraph Business.

    Letshego exits five East-West African markets
Sport

Record ten African teams compete at FIFA 2026 World Cup

The News

The 2026 FIFA World Cup marks an unprecedented milestone with ten African teams competing, demonstrating the growing strength of African football. Morocco, the 2022 semifinalist, leads the continent's campaign alongside Senegal and Ivory Coast, all showing promise though with moments of inconsistency.

21 hours ago · Weekend Post

Yesterday

  1. Record ten African teams compete at FIFA 2026 World Cup

    The 2026 FIFA World Cup marks an unprecedented milestone with ten African teams competing, demonstrating the growing strength of African football. Morocco, the 2022 semifinalist, leads the continent's campaign alongside Senegal and Ivory Coast, all showing promise though with moments of inconsistency.

    21 hours ago · Weekend Post

Friday 19 June

  1. Botswana tennis faces Algeria in must-win Davis Cup tie

    Botswana won its opening Davis Cup match against Ghana—its first victory over Ghana in head-to-head play—but lost to Kenya to set up a deciding match against Algeria. Ntungamili Raguin won key singles and doubles matches against Ghana but fell short in the Kenya doubles, leaving the tie to be decided in the final round.

    19 June 2026 · Mmegi

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Letshego withdraws from five African markets after losses

    Letshego Africa Holdings is withdrawing from Ghana, Tanzania, Nigeria, Rwanda and Uganda following a combined loss after tax of P519.5 million in the year ended December 2025, despite operating income of P1.46 billion.

    10 June 2026 · Botswana Sunday Standard

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Letshego seeks shareholder approval for P840m exit deal

    Letshego will seek shareholder approval on June 19 to sell five loss-making subsidiaries in Ghana, Tanzania, Nigeria, Rwanda, and Uganda to Axian Digital Venture Holding and Management Limited. The sale, valued at P840 million, allows Letshego to refocus on operations in Botswana, Namibia, Mozambique, Lesotho, Eswatini, and Kenya.

    3 June 2026 · Mmegi

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Botswana confirmed to host 25th African Athletics Championships 2028

    Botswana will host the 25th African Senior Athletics Championships in 2028, with the Confederation of African Athletics confirming the hosting rights after the Botswana Athletics Association presented its readiness case. It will be Botswana's first time hosting the African Senior Championships.

    19 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Monday 18 May

  1. Botswana gains experience at African Athletics Championships in Ghana

    Botswana's team management says the country's young athletes are gaining valuable experience competing at the ongoing African Athletics Championships in Ghana. As of Thursday, Botswana had secured two gold medals (Lee Eppie in the men's 400m and Kemorena Tisang in the men's 400m hurdles) and four silver medals, with the technical team having set an ambitious target of four gold medals.

    18 May 2026 · Botswana Sunday Standard

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Botswana to host 25th African Senior Athletics Championships 2028

    The Confederation of African Athletics has confirmed that Botswana will host the 25th African Senior Athletics Championships in 2028, the country's first time hosting the event. The Botswana Athletics Association presented its readiness case to the CAA council in Accra in May, drawing on experience from the recent Debswana World Athletics Relays Gaborone 26.

    12 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Monday 11 May

  1. Botswana confirmed to host 25th African Senior Athletics Championships 2028

    The Confederation of African Athletics has confirmed Botswana as host of the 25th African Senior Athletics Championships in 2028, according to Botswana Athletics Association acting president Oabona Theetso following a meeting in Accra, Ghana.

    11 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Wednesday 6 May

  1. Gaborone hosts 13th AFTRA conference on collaborative teaching

    Gaborone hosted the 13th AFTRA conference and 15th Roundtable at the International Convention Centre, bringing together education leaders and policymakers under the theme "Recasting Teaching as a Collaborative Profession: Implications for Africa" to explore approaches such as peer mentoring and professional learning communities aimed at strengthening education systems across the continent.

    6 May 2026 · Mmegi

Monday 4 May

  1. Letshego exits five African markets amid losses

    Letshego Africa Holdings Ltd., a Gaborone-based lender, is selling units in Ghana, Tanzania, Nigeria, Rwanda, and Uganda to Axian Digital Venture Holding and Management Ltd., deepening its retreat from regions that have driven the company into the red.

    4 May 2026 · Botswana Sunday Standard

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