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Friday, 11 September 2026
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  1. September 2026
  2. Weekend Post

    All of this creates what Motswedi Securities, which published the initial coverage report on CRe, describes as a “structural growth story.” And CRe, as one of the largest independent pan-African reinsurers excluding South Africa, is positioned to capture it.

    A Private Equity Exit, a Pan-African Reinsurer, and a Test for BSE
  3. Daily News Botswana

    The IO further told the court that the matter involved Botswana and South Africa where some suspects were and that investigators were yet to communicate with their South African counterparts.

    Five Otse men arraigned for murder
  4. Daily News Botswana

    He said Kgosi Kgari III has invited Bakwena from other countries including those from Phokeng, Ba-ga-Moletje, Ba-ga-Mogopa, Ba-ga-Modimoosana and Ba-ga-Phalane from South Africa including all other local tribes.

    Dithubaruba Cultural Festival tomorrow
  5. Daily News Botswana

    Botswana’s diplomatic missions in South Africa and India, he said were also involved in the case, providing consular assistance and engaging with Bangladeshi authorities.

    Botswana thanks Bangladesh for Molapisi clemency
  6. Mmegi

    This year’s title was won by Zimbabwe with 203 points, with South Africa finishing third with 170 points.

    Botswana Darts team loses Region 5 title
  7. Weekend Post

    Cape Town, South Africa – Following his recent recognition as South Africa’s Most Innovative CEO, Dave Van Niekerk has received another significant accolade with his appointment to the board of RX Radio.

    Award-Winning CEO Dave Van Niekerk Joins RX Radio Board With Vision for African Expansion
  8. Daily News Botswana

    Host nation Botswana secured a strong second-place finish, while South Africa rounded out the podium in third.

    Zimbabwe clinches region 5 darts championship crown
  9. August 2026
  10. Daily News Botswana

    The animals are Africa’s second most endangered large carnivore occurring in only 14 countries and with viable populations left in only eight countries of Botswana, Kenya, Mozambique, South Africa, Zambia, Namibia, Tanzania and Zimbabwe,” he said.

    Official warns about dangers of poisoning wildlife
  11. Daily News Botswana

    A 15 year-old Shezaad Jacobs from South Africa stole the show at the annual Francistown Spin Show on Friday, leaving spectators begging for more after bursting several tyres mid-performance.

    Shezaad steals limelight at Francistown Spin Show
  12. Daily News Botswana

    Her arrival in South Africa marked a significant turning point. She scored on her Sundowns debut and quickly established herself as a dangerous attacking option.

    Tholakele golden run carries Sundowns to CAF

Today

  1. Texas firm commits $150 million for 130-bed specialist hospital in Gaborone

    A Texas-based private equity firm is investing roughly $150 million to build the TEMCO Hospital Ecosystem near Sir Seretse Khama International Airport—an integrated facility combining a 130-bed specialist hospital, medical hospitality wing, and pharmaceutical manufacturing plant on one site.

    5 hours ago · Weekend Post

  2. Ramoreboli leaves Zebras for Bafana Bafana assistant role

    Morena Ramoreboli has been appointed assistant coach for South Africa's Bafana Bafana under new head coach Pitso Mosimane, departing Botswana's Zebras just weeks before crucial 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualification matches against Libya and Tunisia in September. The Botswana Football Association says it will announce an interim coach before the squad reports for camp on Monday.

    17 hours ago · Daily News Botswana

  3. Beyond US Afrotech event brings international DJs to Botswana

    Beyond US is hosting an Afrotech event on Saturday at Bojanala Waterfront, bringing together local DJs and producers including Tefo Foxx, Lloyd BW, and Robotic OFC with international acts from South Africa and the UK for music, mentorship and networking. The event, now in its third year, has expanded from smaller venues to accommodate growing interest in Afro House music in Botswana.

    17 hours ago · Daily News Botswana

Yesterday

  1. Gabs 7s accuses Bokomo 7s organisers of sabotaging event

    Organisers of the Gabs 7s International Rugby Tournament have accused Bokomo 7s arrangers of sabotaging their event by inviting clubs targeted by Gabs 7s and refusing to register Hogs teams. Hogs general manager Lynn Warburton denied the accusations, saying coaches were still determining team participation; the Bokomo 7s takes place tomorrow with 10 clubs confirmed.

    10 September 2026 · Mmegi

  2. Trans-Kalahari golf tournament to build regional trade partnerships

    A high-level regional golf tournament in Jwaneng will bring together government leaders, businesses, investors and stakeholders from Botswana, Namibia and South Africa to explore investment and economic development opportunities along the Trans-Kalahari Corridor. The event will include panel discussions on investment, transport and regional development, and is themed around driving trade and linking markets.

    10 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Wednesday 9 September

  1. Kabelo Mabalane returns to solo music after decade away

    Kabelo Mabalane, a TKZee founding member and South African music veteran, returns to solo music after more than a decade, blending faith, street culture and lived experience in his new sound.

    9 September 2026 · The Botswana Gazette

Tuesday 8 September

  1. University of Botswana Marathon draws 5000 runners in fifth edition

    The fifth University of Botswana marathon in Gaborone attracted more than 5,000 participants across multiple race distances, up from more than 3,600 last year. Minister of Higher Education Prince Maele used the event to draw parallels between marathon running and nation-building as Botswana marks its 60th Independence anniversary.

    8 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Monday 7 September

  1. Overlooked netball captain finds redemption through Queensland selections

    Sarona Hans, a former Botswana under-21 netball team captain, was sidelined from national representation for over six years while playing in Australia's indoor netball circuit. After gaining consecutive selections for Queensland and being elected Player of the Series, she eventually achieved national selection in 2025.

    7 September 2026 · Botswana Sunday Standard

  2. Born and Raised erects monument to musician ATI Molemogi

    A monument is being placed at the grave of Atlasaone Molemogi, known as ATI, a Botswana musician and cultural figure, in a collaboration between his family and the lifestyle brand Born and Raised. The initiative honours ATI's legacy as a cultural architect who reshaped Batswana performance and creative expression.

    7 September 2026 · Weekend Post

  3. Okavango farmers cite weak market structures limiting horticulture growth

    Farmers in Botswana's Okavango region say limited and poorly structured markets are preventing them from expanding horticultural production despite having adequate land, water, and capacity. The Okavango Horticulture Farmers Association, representing more than 60 of an estimated 140 horticultural producers in the district, reports that farmers base production decisions on what they believe they can sell rather than on market demand, forcing them toward lower-value crops like rape instead of higher-value options such as tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, and butternuts.

    7 September 2026 · Weekend Post

  4. Botswana's new tax rule targets residents' offshore income

    A controlled foreign entity rule embedded in Botswana's rewritten Income Tax Act, effective 1 July 2026, requires residents who control low-tax foreign entities to pay tax on qualifying passive income earned by those entities as if the residents had earned it themselves. The rule applies to residents holding directly or indirectly 50 percent or more membership interest in foreign entities.

    7 September 2026 · Weekend Post

Thursday 3 September

  1. Continental Reinsurance to list on Botswana Stock Exchange in October

    Continental Reinsurance Holdings Limited is scheduled to list on the Botswana Stock Exchange's Main Board on October 5 in an initial public offering worth roughly 2.1 billion pula, marking the first time a private-equity shareholder has exited an investment through a Botswana listing of this nature and testing investor appetite for a pan-African reinsurer.

    3 September 2026 · Weekend Post

  2. Five Otse men arraigned for murder and grievous bodily harm

    Five men from Otse have been arraigned in Lobatse Magistrates Court on charges of murder in relation to the death of Opelo Molebatsi on August 26 at Sakutswane Lands, and for causing grievous bodily harm to Onkemetse Molebatsi on the same date. Police requested the accused remain in custody, citing ongoing investigation, witness statements still to be recorded, and community tensions.

    3 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana

  3. 18th Dithubaruba Cultural Festival celebrates Bakwena heritage

    The Dithubaruba Cultural Festival, held at Ntsweng Museum in Molepolole, will feature about 40 traditional groups performing dance, music, poetry, and crafts for 24 hours. The event also welcomes Bakwena and Tswana groups from South Africa, including first-time performers and renowned cultural icons.

    3 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Botswana thanks Bangladesh for Molapisi death sentence commutation

    Botswana national Lesedi Molapisi has been released from prison in Bangladesh after more than four years, following clemency granted by Bangladeshi authorities. President Duma Boko personally appealed for executive clemency, and the Ministry for International Relations pursued the matter through diplomatic channels with Bangladeshi officials.

    2 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Tuesday 1 September

  1. Botswana finishes second at Region 5 darts championship

    Botswana's darts team collected 183 points to finish second at the Region 5 Championship held in Gaborone over the weekend, with Zimbabwe winning the title with 203 points and South Africa third with 170 points. The Botswana Darts Association secretary general said the 32nd edition of the competition was completed despite financial constraints, with six countries competing after Malawi and Lesotho did not show up.

    1 September 2026 · Mmegi

  2. South African CEO joins RX Radio board for African expansion

    Dave Van Niekerk, recently named South Africa's Most Innovative CEO, has been appointed to the board of RX Radio, a Cape Town-based station run by and for children with chronic health conditions. The radio station has trained over 170 young presenters aged four to 18 and aims to expand across Africa despite facing ongoing financial challenges.

    1 September 2026 · Weekend Post

  3. Zimbabwe wins Region 5 darts championship; Botswana second

    Zimbabwe clinched the 32nd African Union Sports Council Region 5 Senior Darts Championships held in Gaborone, with host nation Botswana finishing second and South Africa third. The tournament brought together elite darts talent from Botswana, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Zambia, eSwatini, and Namibia.

    1 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Monday 31 August

  1. 20 African wild dogs poisoned in NG30 concession, four arrested

    The acting regional wildlife coordinator for North West has warned about the dangers of wildlife poisoning following the death of 20 African wild dogs, 10 puppies, and two eagles in the NG30 concession near Nxaraga. Four men have been arrested in connection with the poisoning, which officials say poses severe harm to the ecosystem and tourism industry.

    31 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana

  2. 15-year-old South African dominates Francistown Spin Show

    A 15-year-old Shezaad Jacobs from South Africa stole the show at the annual Francistown Spin Show on Friday, performing impressive drifts and spins in a BMW that burst several tyres, drawing cheers from spectators.

    31 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana

  3. Tholakele scores seven goals, wins Golden Boot at CAF qualifier

    Botswana international Refilwe Tholakele finished the CAF Women's Champions League COSAFA Qualifier as the tournament's leading scorer with seven goals, including both goals in Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies' 2-1 victory over Zambia's ZESCO Ndola Girls in the final, earning the Golden Boot and helping Sundowns secure the COSAFA region's place at the CAF Women's Champions League finals.

    31 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Thursday 27 August

  1. Southern Africa's rising heat approaching human physiological limits

    Scientific research shows that 35°C represents a physiological threshold for the human body. Temperatures across the Southern African Development Community region have risen 1.0–1.5°C since 1961, with projections of a further 4.5–5°C warming by midcentury; in Botswana, forecasters warn of temperatures reaching 35–45°C, pushing human tolerance to its limits.

    27 August 2026 · Weekend Post

Wednesday 26 August

  1. 32nd African Union Sports Council Region 5 darts championship begins

    The 32nd AUSC Region 5 Senior Darts Championship kicked off in Gaborone on Tuesday, bringing together top players from Botswana, eSwatini, Namibia, South Africa and Zimbabwe. Officials highlighted the event's significance for regional unity, sport infrastructure, and economic activity.

    26 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana

  2. Ukhwi O Qhuqhayo festival returns to Ngwatle pans

    The Ukhwi O Qhuqhayo festival returns to Masetlhane Pans in Ngwatle for its third edition beginning Friday, August 28, featuring live performances, traditional showcases, fashion, and eco-village displays. The event aims to position Ukhwi, Ngwatle and Ncaang as must-visit tourist destinations while keeping more than 70 per cent of profits in the village.

    26 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Monday 24 August

  1. Lesotho women's awards programme expands to economic empowerment platform

    The FINITE Magazine Women Appreciation Awards in Lesotho, founded in 2012, has evolved beyond trophy presentation to become a broader women's economic empowerment platform, addressing a regional challenge of moving beyond ceremonial recognition toward material change in women's lives.

    24 August 2026 · Weekend Post

  2. Kebinatshipi and Tebogo prepare for World Athletics Ultimate Championship

    Elite sprinters Collen Kebinatshipi and Letsile Tebogo are in strong form ahead of the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship in Budapest (September 11–13), with Kebinatshipi clocking 43.59 seconds at the Silesia Diamond League and Tebogo winning the 200m at Lausanne with 19.87 seconds. Athletics experts believe Kebinatshipi could challenge the 400m World Record at the Budapest event.

    24 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Friday 21 August

  1. Africa CDC advances APPM healthcare purchasing across member states

    The African Union's Africa CDC operationalized the Africa Pharmaceutical Platform and Medical devices (APPM) initiative in 2026, completing its first tender across 10 member states and securing 30–90% price reductions while involving African manufacturers in five of the ten products tendered. More than R 33 billion in new healthcare investment is flowing into African markets through development finance institutions and blended-finance vehicles.

    21 August 2026 · Mmegi

Thursday 20 August

  1. African products gain global market access through buyer programme

    The Good Life Show's Hosted Buyer Programme connects qualified international buyers from India, Pakistan, the UAE, Greece, Ghana, China, and Botswana with African exhibitors, facilitating direct trade opportunities in indigenous ingredients, specialty beverages, natural beauty products, and value-added agricultural goods.

    20 August 2026 · Weekend Post

  2. Young entrepreneur builds sorghum milling business in Palapye

    Thatayaone Marope, 35, established Warona Sorghum Milling in Palapye after childhood curiosity about grain processing inspired him. With P100,000 in LEA Youth Development Fund support in 2020 and a subsequent P1.2 million expansion loan from the National Development Bank, the business has grown from one employee processing sorghum to a larger operation.

    20 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Wednesday 19 August

  1. Lobatse designated Special Economic Zone for meat and leather

    Lobatse deputy district commissioner Dr Malebogo Rathedi said government has designated Lobatse as a Special Economic Zone for the meat and leather value chain, positioning the town as a centre for industrialisation, value addition, exports and employment. She highlighted emerging investments including dairy farming and brick manufacturing as evidence of the town's economic potential.

    19 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana

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