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Sesupo Rantsimako

2026-04-252026-06-21

In coverage

Verbatim sentences from the source article.

  1. June 2026
  2. The Botswana Gazette

    A Palapye District Council leadership dispute has reached the High Court, where BPF councillor David Ikanyeng is challenging Minister Motshegwa’s decision to reinstate a UDC councillor removed through a motion of no confidence as chairperson SESUPO RANTSIMAKO The leadership tussl

    Motshegwa Sued Over Palapye Council Chairmanship
  3. The Botswana Gazette

    The government has conceded that it is unable to unmask fake Facebook accounts, a position that experts say is misleading, as internet activity leaves digital footprints that can be traced by investigators equipped with the appropriate tools SESUPO RANTSIMAKO The government has a

    Govt Failing to Unmask FB Fake Accounts
  4. May 2026
  5. The Botswana Gazette

    As the government pushes ahead with a costly Constitutional Court referendum, Botswana’s existing courts are reportedly struggling with basic consumables, forcing the Law Society to coordinate donations of paper, toner and ink cartridges BONGANI MALUNGA AND SESUPO RANTSIMAKO Bots

    Paper Shortage Crisis Hits Courts
  6. The Botswana Gazette

    Labour Minister Major General (rtd) Pius Mokgware has warned meat industry employers against using Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) disruptions to unlawfully retrench workers SESUPO RANTSIMAKO The Minister of Labour, Major General (rtd) Pius Mokgware, has warned employers in the meat

    Employers Warned Over FMD-Linked Job Cuts
  7. The Botswana Gazette

    As Police Cyber Forensics chief steers clear of row SESUPO RANTSIMAKO The Botswana Federation of Public Sector Unions (BOFEPUSU) has raised concerns over what it describes as government silence on a controversial Facebook pseudo account known as “Happy Omang,” alleging it has bee

    BOFEPUSU Calls Out UDC on ‘Happy Omang’ Pseudo
  8. The Botswana Gazette

    Nurses Union warns that the country’s worsening midwifery crisis amounts to a violation of constitutional and international obligations, citing unsafe staffing levels, overworked nurses, and risks to maternal care SESUPO RANTSIMAKO The Botswana Nurses Union (BONU) has accused the

    ‘Midwifery Crisis’ Sparks Legal Threats
  9. The Botswana Gazette

    SESUPO RANTSIMAKO The Botswana People’s Party (BPP) is set to expel specially elected Member of Parliament and cabinet minister Nono Kgafela Mokoka, in a move that signals…

    BPP Moves Against Kgafela Mokoka
  10. The Botswana Gazette

    SESUPO RANTSIMAKO Government has finally yielded to mounting pressure from Leader of Opposition Dumelang Saleshando, granting him access to review the controversial presidential helicopter procurement contract after…

    P1BN CHOPPER PROBE BEGINS
  11. April 2026
  12. The Botswana Gazette

    Zone 3C farmers are demanding urgent clarification from the Minister of Lands and Agriculture over a decision to vaccinate livestock in an area with no detected Foot and Mouth Disease outbreak SESUPO RANTSIMAKO Zone 3C farmers have called on the Minister of Lands and Agriculture,

    Zone 3C Farmers, Govt Clash Over Vaccination
  13. The Botswana Gazette

    As factional tensions mount ahead of congress SESUPO RANTSIMAKO The Botswana Congress Party (BCP) is considering abolishing lobby lists ahead of its elective congress scheduled for the July holidays.

    BCP Moves to Scrap Lobby Lists
Politics

Palapye Council leadership dispute escalates to High Court

The News

A BPF councillor is challenging Minister Motshegwa's decision to reinstate a UDC councillor who had been removed through a motion of no confidence as Palapye District Council chairperson, with the dispute now before the High Court.

Why it matters

Palapye Council leadership dispute escalates to High Court, reflecting ongoing constitutional tensions over ministerial powers and local democracy.

18 June 2026 · The Botswana Gazette

Thursday 18 June

  1. Palapye Council leadership dispute escalates to High Court

    A BPF councillor is challenging Minister Motshegwa's decision to reinstate a UDC councillor who had been removed through a motion of no confidence as Palapye District Council chairperson, with the dispute now before the High Court.

    18 June 2026 · The Botswana Gazette

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Government unable to trace fake Facebook accounts

    The government has admitted it cannot unmask fake Facebook accounts harassing citizens, though experts argue that digital footprints can be traced by investigators with appropriate tools.

    10 June 2026 · The Botswana Gazette

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Courts across Botswana struggle with paper shortage crisis

    Botswana's courts are reportedly struggling with basic consumables including paper, toner, and ink cartridges, prompting the Law Society to coordinate donations while the government pursues a costly Constitutional Court referendum.

    13 May 2026 · The Botswana Gazette

Monday 11 May

  1. Labour Minister warns meat industry against unlawful FMD-linked retrenchments

    Labour Minister Pius Mokgware has warned employers in the meat industry against using Foot-and-Mouth Disease restrictions as cover for unlawful worker retrenchments.

    11 May 2026 · The Botswana Gazette

Sunday 10 May

  1. BOFEPUSU alleges harassment via "Happy Omang" Facebook account

    The Botswana Federation of Public Sector Unions has raised concerns over government silence on a controversial Facebook pseudo account known as "Happy Omang," alleging it has been used to harass politicians, union leaders and other public figures.

    10 May 2026 · The Botswana Gazette

Saturday 9 May

  1. Nurses Union warns midwifery crisis violates constitutional obligations

    The Botswana Nurses Union has warned that the country's worsening midwifery crisis, marked by unsafe staffing levels and overworked nurses, amounts to a violation of constitutional and international obligations and risks to maternal care.

    9 May 2026 · The Botswana Gazette

Monday 4 May

  1. BPP moving to expel Minister Nono Kgafela Mokoka

    The Botswana People's Party is set to expel specially elected MP and cabinet minister Nono Kgafela Mokoka following her suspension over alleged misconduct and public criticism of party leadership, deepening internal tensions within the party.

    4 May 2026 · The Botswana Gazette

Saturday 2 May

  1. Government grants Saleshando access to helicopter contract review

    Government has granted Opposition Leader Dumelang Saleshando access to review the controversial P1 billion presidential helicopter procurement contract, after months of pressure, delays, and disputes.

    2 May 2026 · The Botswana Gazette

Monday 27 April

  1. Zone 3C farmers demand clarification on livestock vaccination decision

    Zone 3C farmers are calling on the Minister of Lands and Agriculture to clarify the rationale for vaccinating livestock in an area with no detected Foot and Mouth Disease outbreak.

    27 April 2026 · The Botswana Gazette

Saturday 25 April

  1. BCP considers scrapping lobby lists before July congress

    The Botswana Congress Party is considering abolishing lobby lists ahead of its elective congress scheduled for July, according to party Secretary General Goretetse Kekgonegile.

    25 April 2026 · The Botswana Gazette

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