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Palapye

2026-04-282026-06-13

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Verbatim sentences from the source article.

  1. June 2026
  2. Mmegi

    The Ostriches suffered a 5-1 defeat to Gaborone United's Red Roses in the championship final in Palapye recently, extending GU's dominance of the domestic game whilst leaving Orapa to reflect on another near-miss.Despite the heavy scoreline, Mbulawa believes the gap between the t

    Orapa targets reinforcements after near-miss
  3. Mmegi

    The development prompted Motshegwa to visit Palapye in person last Friday to address councillors amid escalating tensions.

    PDC suspension sparks political fallout
  4. Weekend Post

    The Botswana Defence Force Retired Members Association (BDFRMA) issued the warning following a tense annual general meeting in Palapye on May 30.

    Ex-soldiers threaten major protests over delayed pensions
  5. Mmegi

    The decision to host the match in Palapye deserves praise. A neutral venue was the fairest solution for both clubs.

    Palapye final exposes women's football disconnect
  6. May 2026
  7. The Botswana Gazette

    Final trials in Palapye will determine national squad for Region V Games in Gaborone amid intensified competition among 52 qualifiers GAZETTE REPORTER The Botswana Darts Association (BDA) will stage its final selection on Saturday, 30 May 2026, at Lotsane Senior School in Palapye

    Botswana Darts Selection Final Stage Set
  8. Mmegi

    Confirming that they are investigating the matter, Palapye Police Station assistant commander, Assistant Superintendent Goletwa Kethamile, said they have launched a probe to locate the suspect, who is still at large.He disclosed that on the night of the incident, the little girl

    Palapye police probe rape of 11-year-old girl
  9. Mmegi

    He further praised the family for allowing the late president’s body to visit his home villages of Serowe and Palapye before being laid to rest in Gaborone.“He will first go to Botalaote Kgotla, his house, before coming to the main Kgotla,” Kgosi Khumo explained, highlighting the

    Serowe honours Mogae
  10. Daily News Botswana

    This morning residents of Selebi Phikwe, Serule, Topisi, Palapye and Seowe paid their last respect former president Dr Festis Mogae.

    Residents Pay Last Respects To Former President Mogae
  11. Daily News Botswana

    Whether the P1.5 million in interest on Palapye police station payments is accounted for.

    The Reckoning forensic
  12. April 2026
  13. Daily News Botswana

    Director in the Department of Cooperative Development, Ms Moipidi Nkwane made the call at the recent launch of the newly registered Bagodi SACCOS (formed by retired police officers) in Palapye.

    Build job-creating enterprises

Yesterday

  1. Orapa seeks reinforcements after championship final loss

    Orapa lost 5-1 to Gaborone United in the championship final in Palapye. Mbulawa believes the gap between the sides stems from experience, exposure, and squad depth rather than talent.

    12 June 2026 · Mmegi

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Minister suspends Palapye council over leadership dispute

    The minister suspended the Palapye District Council and all its committees after councillors removed PDC chairperson Kabo Ketshogile (UDC) and voted in David Ikanyeng (BPF) as preferred chairperson, citing governance failures and the need to restore stability.

    9 June 2026 · Mmegi

  2. Retired soldiers threaten major protests over delayed pensions

    The Botswana Defence Force Retired Members Association has authorized a peaceful protest over delayed Transfer Value Enhancement payments and unmet government promises. About 3,500 retired soldiers have received benefits since 2024, but an estimated 2,500 beneficiaries are still waiting.

    9 June 2026 · Weekend Post

  3. Women's football final reveals gap between on-field progress, off-field value

    Botswana's inaugural national women's league culminated in Gaborone United's Red Roses defeating Orapa United 5-1 in the national championship final in Palapye, but the match exposed a disconnect between the growing quality of play and the limited recognition and support given to women's football.

    9 June 2026 · Mmegi

Monday 8 June

  1. Palapye council dispute over no-confidence motion procedure legality

    A motion of no confidence against Palapye council chairperson Ketshogile has triggered a dispute over whether the process complied with legal requirements. According to PDC Standing Order 14.6, such motions must be in writing, seconded, and passed by a two-thirds majority of council members, with the deputy chairperson or an elected member presiding.

    8 June 2026 · Mmegi

Wednesday 27 May

  1. Botswana Darts final selection trials set for May in Palapye

    The Botswana Darts Association will hold final selection trials on 30 May 2026 in Palapye to determine the national squad for the Region V Games in Gaborone, with 52 qualifiers competing for places.

    27 May 2026 · The Botswana Gazette

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Palapye police investigate rape of 11-year-old girl

    Police in Palapye are investigating the rape of an 11-year-old girl, who disclosed the incident to neighbours after it occurred. The suspect remains at large, and police are working to locate them.

    20 May 2026 · Mmegi

Friday 15 May

  1. Serowe prepares for former President Mogae funeral ceremonies

    Serowe residents cleaned and repaired the village ahead of body viewing ceremonies for the late former president at the main Kgotla, with security and ceremonial arrangements coordinated by the Botswana Defence Force, Botswana Police Service, and tribal leaders. Kgosi Bakae Khumo said the community is working with the family to give Mogae the respect and dignity he deserves.

    15 May 2026 · Mmegi

Thursday 14 May

  1. Residents pay last respects to former President Mogae

    Residents of Selebi Phikwe, Serule, Topisi, Palapye and Seowe paid their last respects to former president Dr Festus Mogae, who served from 1998 to 2008 and died on May 8. The cortege passed through the Central District as part of the official funeral procession ahead of burial in Gaborone on Saturday.

    14 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Monday 11 May

  1. Auditor General and Ombudsman reports go unheeded by Executive

    An opinion column examines two decades of Auditor General reports and parallel Ombudsman findings revealing systematic wastage, missed deadlines, and maladministration across ministries, but notes both institutions lack enforcement power to compel compliance or prosecution.

    11 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Botswana encourages new cooperative to create jobs, empower communities

    The Department of Cooperative Development has urged Bagodi Savings and Credit Cooperative Society, a newly registered cooperative formed by retired police officers in Palapye, to build enterprises that create jobs, sustain livelihoods, and contribute to national economic empowerment and sustainable development.

    28 April 2026 · Daily News Botswana

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