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December 22, 2025, 3:16 am
'Subsidise Agriculture, That's How It Works,' Ex-Botswana President Masisi Urges Nigerian Govt
- [Premium Times] Mr Masisi made the appeal after touring Agbeyewa Farms in Ekiti State.
Gaolathe Commends Parliament Ntlo Ya Dikgosi Staff
- [Botswana Daily News] Tlokweng -- Vice President Ndaba Gaolathe has commended staff of Parliament of Botswana and Ntlo Ya Dikgosi for their selflessness and unwavering commitment to serving the nation.
Highs and Lows in Botswana Politics
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Like any other year, 2025 unfolded as a tapestry of highs and lows, a period marked by both celebration and solemnity. Among the events that captured national attention were Parliament's adoption of National Development Plan 12 (NDP12), the launch of the Botswana Economic Transformation Programme (BTEP), the untimely passing of Kgalagadi South MP and Minister of Lands and Agriculture, Dr Micus Chimbombi, as well as the elective congresses of political parties and the by-elections. Each of these moments,
Marriage and Migration - What Happens When Men Return to the Family Home in Botswana
- [The Conversation Africa] The history of labour migration in Botswana can be linked to the discovery of gold and diamonds in South Africa in the late 19th century. South Africa needed cheap labour, and men from neighbouring territories were pulled into the workforce as unskilled or semi-skilled workers in mines, factories, kitchens and farms.
The Gender Gap in Botswana's Judicial Caning
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Health Ministry Makes Strides Despite Challenges
- [Botswana Daily News] Serowe -- RELOCATION OF PRIMARY HEALTHCARE SERVICES
Botswana On High Alert As South Africa Reports Foot and Mouth Disease Outbreak
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Botswana is on high alert following the outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in the Waterberg District in the Limpopo Province in South Africa.
Lands and Agriculture Ministry Needs 39 Physical Planners
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- The Ministry of Lands and Agriculture is working on rationalising some of the vacant positions to create physical planner posts for the landboards and sub land boards.
Gaolathe Calls for Common Ground On Eviction Talks
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- A season that brings profit has turned bleak for traders operating at the Gaborone bus rank market stalls, following a recent court order directing them to vacate the area by December 31.
Finance and Investment Competition Grows in Leaps and Bounds
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Any vision, no matter how small, requires a dedicated partner to become a reality.
Botswana and China Relations Flourish
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Since the establishment of Botswana and China diplomatic relations in 1975, the two have expanded cooperation in agriculture, health care, education, infrastructure, digital construction and other fields with the total trade volume between the two countries increasing by 15.7 percent with an optimised trade structure in 2023.
Bank of Botswana Addresses Liquidity Challenges
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Bank of Botswana has introduced measures to respond to low excess liquidity challenges.
Residents Welcome Proposed National Health Insurance
- [Botswana Daily News] Hukuntsi -- Hukuntsi residents have welcomed government's proposal to establish the National Health Insurance (NHI), describing it as a long-term and sustainable solution to persistent challenges facing the country's health sector.
Chombo Hails Horse Racing Progress
- [Botswana Daily News] Samedupi -- Horse racing in Botswana has grown at an extraordinary pace. What began as a community pastime, deeply rooted in rural culture and tradition has evolved into a sport of national appeal, attracting competitors and supporters from across the country and even beyond
Bona Life Boosts Young Golfers
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- BONA Life has officially launched its partnership with the MAP Loxcion Golf programme, an investment that seeks to develop golf skills of young children aged between five and 13 years.
BW's Anti-Corruption Ranking Declines
- [The Patriot] Botswana's once-celebrated reputation as one of Africa's least corrupt nations is slipping, prompting renewed calls for the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime (DCEC) to be granted full autonomy and prosecutorial muscle. This comes amid government admissions that corruption is weakening institutions, breeding inequality, and eroding public trust.
Civil Society, Unions Warn Govt
- [The Patriot] Civil society organizations, trade unions and faith-based groups have warned that they will dragthe Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) government to court if it proceeds with the Constitution (Amendment) Bill No. 14 of 2025 without initiating a fully people-driven review process.
Modern Structures Reduce Motshelo Disputes
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- For many motshelo members, the end of the year is a moment of great anticipation, the long-awaited sharing of dividends after months of faithfully contributing to the communal pot.
Transitioning of Special Constables Notable Milestone
- [Botswana Daily News] Otse -- The enlistment of special constables into the regular police establishment marks a significant milestone that will enhance police visibility, boost officer morale and build a resilient and reputable police service committed to serving the nation with diligence and enthusiasm.
Unlocking Railway Potential
- [The Patriot] BEIJING -- Botswana Parliament delegation last week concluded a four weeks seminar on Transformation of Railway Systems in Botswana held in China. The seminar was sponsored by China Ministry of Commerce and Botswana delegation comprised MPs, Members of Ntlo ya Dikgosi and Parliament staff.
Crocodile Attack Confirmed
- [Botswana Daily News] Maun -- Police have confirmed that the human remains recovered along the Thamalakane River belong to the 12-year-old boy who was attacked and dragged into the water by a crocodile last week. Maun Police Station Commander Superintendent Joseph Lepodise said the bones found on Saturday during the search operation were sent for DNA testing and a post-mortem on Monday. The results, he said conclusively matched the missing child.
Traditional Affairs Tribunal to Resolve Bogosi Disputes
- [Botswana Daily News] Mochudi -- Government is planning to establish a traditional affairs tribunal via the reviewed Bogosi Act to bring greater clarity and stability to the Bogosi institution.
Govt Advances Anti-GBV Legislation
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- The process of enacting the legal framework focused on combating gender-based violence (GBV) is ongoing, the Minister of Youth and Gender, Ms Lesego Chombo, has told the National Assembly.
Govt Calls On Youth to Lead Fight Against Corruption
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Botswana is being urged to leverage the energy and creativity of its youth to cultivate a culture of integrity, according to Minister for State President, Defence and Security, Mr Moeti Mohwasa.
World Athletics Relays Gaborone 2026 Receive Boost
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- The journey toward hosting one of the most prestigious events on the global sporting calendar, the World Athletics Relays in May 2026, has received a monumental boost this week with the unveiling of three key corporate partners.Botswana Telecommunications Corporation Limited, Halfway Toyota and the Diamond College of Botswana have stepped forward as official sponsors, securing the necessary support to make the highly anticipated event to be held in Gaborone a reality.
Motorsport Returns With the Shutdown Drag Race Thrills
- [Botswana Daily News] Lobatse -- The high-speed world of motorsport returns to Lobatse tomorrow as Botswana Racewars stages an action-packed drag racing showdown dubbed The 2025 Shutdown on the Okavango Road near the Lobatse Sports Complex.
Four-Team Football Spectacular Here
- [Botswana Daily News] Francistown -- South Africa's Betway Premiership giants, Mamelodi Sundowns will today feature in a four-team one-day Morupule Charity Spectacular at the Obed Itani Chilume Stadium in Francistown today.
Bank of Barodaa Vacancy - Chief Information Security (Ciso)
- [The Patriot] Bank of Baroda (Botswana) Ltd. is a subsidiary of Bank of Baroda (India), a government of India undertaking public sector unit, having its registered Head Office at Gaborone and wishes to invite applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals for the following post:
U.S. Government Donates Essential Medical Supplies to the Ministry of Health
- [U.S. Embassy Gaborone] This donation supports a larger U.S. Government commitment totaling approximately BWP 14,076,439.00 in medical and laboratory supplies to support Botswana.
Tebogo Receives Golden Key
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- The air in Kgale View, Gaborone sizzled with anticipation yesterday, as 2024 Paris Olympic champion, Letsile Tebogo received the keys to a brand-new house, a gift befitting his golden performance and celebration of a historic achievement that had put Botswana on the global map.
