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Friday, September 18, 2026

Makgekgenene dismisses forced exit claims

Botlhale Makgekgenene has dismissed speculation that she was pushed out as the Director-General of the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime (DCEC).

Spira Tlhankane,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe 18 September 2026

Makgekgenene PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOM

Dipate’s busy court not getting any quieter

Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) president, Mpho Balopi has barely exited Dipate’s busy courtroom, and the next high-profile name is already on the magistrate’s diary.

Spira Tlhankane | 18 September 2026

The alleged money trail behind Balopi’s billboard empire

Spira Tlhankane | 18 September 2026

DCEC flags direct tendering in Molale charge

Spira Tlhankane | 18 September 2026

You waited too long to go to court – Judge tells Feedlotters

Spira Tlhankane | 18 September 2026

Court kills BPC tender challenge on a technicality

Spira Tlhankane | 18 September 2026

UDC leadership moves to settle Sefhophe dispute

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 18 September 2026

BCP unfazed by UDC Sefhophe bid

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 18 September 2026

Balopi at Broadhurst Regional Magistrates Court. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Seven fraud counts haunt Balopi

Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) president Mpho Balopi has found himself on the wrong side of the law after being slapped with seven counts of fraud and money laundering alongside his seven co-accused persons before Regional Magistrate Mareledi Dipate.

Botswana- U.S health milestone celebrated

Botswana has expressed deep appreciation to the United States of America (USA) for being a valued and trusted partner in building stronger local public health institutions through supply chain systems strengthening.

Makgekgenene dismisses forced exit claims

Botlhale Makgekgenene has dismissed speculation that she was pushed out as the Director-General of the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime (DCEC).

The Duma Boko primary school donation debate

Dr Dada donated a clinic. ZCC donated a clinic in Mmopane. China has contributed to the development of schools, including schools in Mmopane and Serowe Newtown.

FMD crisis turns political

The Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) crisis has entered a new and increasingly political phase, with opposition Botswana Congress Party (BCP) accusing the government of losing grip on the outbreak. On the other side, farmers across affected areas continue to raise questions over livestock destruction, movement restrictions, and the mounting economic cost of the disease.

BFA prepares to submit AFCON bid documents as deadline looms

Botswana Football Association (BFA) has until 5pm today to submit it's bid documents for the August 2028 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals.

Blue and black: This year's Independence Day celebrations also mark the decades of diamond excellence

‘Kanreki’: 60 and still being young

For two days every year, we anticipate and then are reassured by a singular event. On 30 September - 1 October, the people of Botswana always direct their attention to celebrating the country’s independence, no matter what.

Botswana’s athletes enter the big-money era

In much of Southern Africa, conversations about sportspersons’ earning power have traditionally centred on footballers who made the leap to Europe and began earning substantial amounts. Botswana was no different, with the spotlight largely on footballers who crossed the border into South Africa in pursuit of lucrative careers. But that narrative is changing, as a new generation of local athletes is beginning to command considerable financial and commercial value, observes Staff Writer MQONDISI DUBE

GU faced a hostile reception in Tanzania. PIC YOUNG AFRICANS

GU reveal Tanzania ordeal: Coach punched, players attacked

Gaborone United (GU) have revealed a disturbing account of their CAF Champions League trip to Tanzania, alleging that their coach was punched, a member of their advance party was assaulted and players were attacked by security personnel and supporters before their second-leg defeat to Young Africans.

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Dipate’s busy court not getting any quieter

The alleged money trail behind Balopi’s billboard empire

DCEC flags direct tendering in Molale charge

You waited too long to go to court – Judge tells Feedlotters

Court kills BPC tender challenge on a technicality

UDC leadership moves to settle Sefhophe dispute

BCP unfazed by UDC Sefhophe bid

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Seven fraud counts haunt Balopi

Botswana- U.S health milestone celebrated

Makgekgenene dismisses forced exit claims

The Duma Boko primary school donation debate

FMD crisis turns political

BFA prepares to submit AFCON bid documents as deadline looms

‘Kanreki’: 60 and still being young

Botswana’s athletes enter the big-money era

GU reveal Tanzania ordeal: Coach punched, players attacked