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Tuesday, 28 July 2026
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Nelson Ramaotwana

Also known as: Mr Ramaotwana · Mr Nelson Ramaotwana · Mr. Ramaotwana · Minister Ramaotwana

2026-04-272026-07-28

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  1. July 2026
  2. Daily News Botswana

    Speaking at the Kokotsha Resting Place Grounds on Monday, Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, Nelson Ramaotwana, commended the Kokotsha Village Development Committee (VDC) and the Kokotsha Horse Racing Association for successfully transforming a bold community initiati

    Kokotsha derby spurs economic diversification
  3. Daily News Botswana

    Meanwhile, speaking at the event on Monday, Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, Nelson Ramaotwana, commended the Kokotsha Village Development Committee (VDC) and the Kokotsha Horse Racing Association for transforming the derby into one of the Kgalagadi District’s most

    King of Satim claims top honours
  4. Daily News Botswana

    More than 300 blankets were distributed to elderly residents aged 65 years and above in Old Naledi on July 7 as Member of Parliament for Gaborone South and Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, Mr Nelson Ramaotwana, launched a winter outreach initiative aimed at protecti

    Ramaotwana donates 300 blankets
  5. June 2026
  6. Daily News Botswana

    Meanwhile, Minister of Justice and Correctional Services Mr Nelson Ramaotwana said his ministry, together with that of Labour and Home Affairs, were working collaboratively towards ensuring the effective local integration of refugees, which sits among the most effective and long-

    Botswana Grants Sixty-Four Refugees Citizenship
  7. Weekend Post

    Nelson Ramaotwana, Botswana’s Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, has yet to determine whether six Mexican fugitives arrested nearly six months ago will be extradited to Mozambique.

    Ramaotwana to decide on extradition of six Mexican fugitives
  8. April 2026
  9. Daily News Botswana

    Speaking during the launch in Gaborone yesterday, Mr Nelson Ramaotwana said the establishment of the Commercial Court was driven by the need to resolve business and commercial disputes more efficiently, noting that delays in handling such cases had historically hindered economic

    Commercial Courts To Enhance Efficiency
Tourism & Environment

Kokotsha July Derby drives rural economic growth, minister says

The News

Minister of Justice Nelson Ramaotwana praised the Kokotsha July Derby as a model of rural community economic development, noting the event has grown rapidly since its 2023 inception and now attracts visitors from across Botswana, creating opportunities for local entrepreneurs, vendors, and service providers.

22 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Kokotsha July Derby drives rural economic growth, minister says

    Minister of Justice Nelson Ramaotwana praised the Kokotsha July Derby as a model of rural community economic development, noting the event has grown rapidly since its 2023 inception and now attracts visitors from across Botswana, creating opportunities for local entrepreneurs, vendors, and service providers.

    22 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana

  2. King of Satima wins 2400-metre grand race at Kokotsha July Derby

    King of Satima, owned by Titus Manyoro, won the flagship 2400-metre grand race at the annual Kokotsha July Derby held at the Resting Place Grounds, with Red Summit finishing second and Dups Dups third. Minister Nelson Ramaotwana praised the Kokotsha Village Development Committee and Horse Racing Association for growing the event since its 2023 inception into one of Kgalagadi District's most anticipated annual events, attracting visitors and creating economic opportunities for local service providers.

    22 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Wednesday 8 July

  1. Ramaotwana distributes 300 blankets to elderly in Old Naledi

    MP Nelson Ramaotwana launched a winter outreach initiative distributing over 300 blankets to residents aged 65 and above in Old Naledi on July 7. The programme aims to protect vulnerable elderly residents from harsh winter conditions and will be rolled out across all sections of Old Naledi.

    8 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Monday 22 June

  1. Botswana grants sixty-four refugees citizenship on World Refugee Day

    Sixty-four refugees were granted Botswana citizenship during a World Refugee Day commemoration, with the Minister of Labour and Home Affairs noting the act reflected the government's human rights commitment and that the new citizens left their countries due to harsh circumstances. The Minister of Justice and Correctional Services said the decision unlocks opportunities for the refugees and represents progress toward their local integration.

    22 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Minister Ramaotwana awaits decision on six Mexican fugitives' extradition

    Justice Minister Nelson Ramaotwana has yet to decide whether to extradite six Mexican fugitives arrested nearly six months ago to Mozambique, where they face drug-related and organized crime charges. The delay reflects broader regional concerns over cross-border drug trafficking and organized crime networks operating in Botswana.

    2 June 2026 · Weekend Post

Monday 27 April

  1. Commercial Court Division Launched To Speed Business Dispute Resolution

    Botswana has established a dedicated Commercial Court division of the High Court to resolve business and commercial disputes more efficiently. The Justice Minister said the move aims to reduce delays that have historically hindered economic progress and strengthen Botswana's investment climate.

    27 April 2026 · Daily News Botswana

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