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Police hand Tshedu investigation to DPP for prosecution review

The News

The Botswana Police Service has completed its investigation into the Tshedu case and transferred findings to the Director of Public Prosecutions for legal review to determine criminal liability. The DPP is expected to provide feedback by mid-May on whether the evidence meets the threshold for prosecution.

Why it matters

Police transfer Tshedu investigation to DPP, moving a significant political matter toward potential prosecution.

8 hours ago · Mmegi →

Yesterday

  1. Police hand Tshedu investigation to DPP for prosecution review

    The Botswana Police Service has completed its investigation into the Tshedu case and transferred findings to the Director of Public Prosecutions for legal review to determine criminal liability. The DPP is expected to provide feedback by mid-May on whether the evidence meets the threshold for prosecution.

    8 hours ago · Mmegi →

  2. Government settles P1.19bn in supplier debts but accounting remains unclear

    The Botswana government settled P1.19 billion in outstanding supplier payments but conceded it cannot rule out additional debts still sitting unsubmitted within ministries, leaving uncertainty over the country's true outstanding obligations.

    15 hours ago · The Botswana Gazette →

  3. DPP clarifies Kgafela case remains active despite assurances

    The Directorate of Public Prosecutions has indicated that the government may have given Bakgatla Ba Kgafela the wrong impression about charges being dropped; the case remains active.

    15 hours ago · The Botswana Gazette →

  4. 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.

    15 hours ago · The Botswana Gazette →

Friday 24 April

  1. BPP holds leadership forum to strengthen UDC coalition position

    The BPP will convene a leadership forum at Tati Siding on Saturday under the theme "Reviving the BPP, Building Structures and Strengthening the Foundation" to assess performance after the 2024 General Election and position itself as a credible partner within the UDC coalition. Key objectives include post-election review, strategic coalition positioning, by-election preparedness for Tati Siding, and approval of a five-year strategic framework for 2026–2031.

    24 April 2026 · Mmegi →

  2. Khama welcomes progress in P100bn perjury case decision

    Former President Ian Khama has expressed satisfaction with renewed progress in the long-running P100 billion perjury case, after the Director of Public Prosecutions confirmed that a prosecution decision will be made in the coming weeks.

    24 April 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →

  3. Government advances investigation into Tshepi death case

    Minister Moeti Mohwasa announced that investigations into the death of 13-year-old Retshephile Tshedu of Sehithwa have been referred to the Directorate of Public Prosecutions and expressed confidence the process would be concluded before May 15. He acknowledged public and activist demands for accountability and said authorities were committed to ensuring justice for the family, community and nation.

    24 April 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

Wednesday 22 April

  1. UDC says low MP attendance is unparliamentary conduct

    Following closure of a budget meeting, a UDC figure said Parliament has a persistent attendance problem, with sessions adjourning due to lack of quorum on several occasions.

    22 April 2026 · Mmegi →

  2. Boko denies pay-to-access claims at party anniversary

    Speaking at the party's 60th-anniversary gala dinner, Boko stated his leadership stands against bribery or exploitation and urged anyone demanding payment for access to report it to the Botswana Police. This followed public complaints that people close to the President are requiring business people to pay for access to him.

    22 April 2026 · Mmegi →

  3. BNF celebrates 60 years with reflection on sacrifice

    The Botswana National Front marked its 60th anniversary, with party president Boko addressing members and supporters about the party's journey shaped by sacrifice, resilience, and commitment. He acknowledged members and families who sacrificed opportunities and resources for the party over nearly six decades.

    22 April 2026 · Mmegi →

Tuesday 21 April

  1. Court rejects law graduate's admission bid over training concerns

    Judge President Barnabas Nyamadzabo rejected Kagiso Stephens's petition to be admitted as an attorney, following opposition from the Law Society of Botswana, which claimed Stephens was trained at GUC, a non-recognised institution, rather than meeting required academic standards despite holding a degree from Leeds Beckett University.

    21 April 2026 · Mmegi →

Monday 20 April

  1. Boko urges BNF to unite around faith and economic reform

    At the BNF's 60th anniversary gala, President Duma Boko emphasized leadership driven by faith and long-term vision, while warning that diamonds account for about 80 per cent of national revenue and calling for urgent economic diversification through infrastructure projects, improved bureaucratic efficiency, and production-based empowerment. He also stressed the need for rule of law and institutional reform.

    20 April 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

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