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In 2020, a group of rewriting Form 3 students walked back into Phatsima Tuitions wearing their brand-new senior secondary school uniforms. They weren’t returning for classes, but to say thank you. These were students who had once failed, who had...

The Miss World Botswana Organization is pleased to announce the official Homecoming Celebration of Miss Botswana 2025, Ruth Thomas, at her beloved home village of Masunga. This momentous occasion will take place on Friday, June 20th 2025 at the...

On June 28th, Batswana and members of the music fraternity will gather in Digawana for a special occasion, which happens to be the tombstone unveiling of one of Botswana’s most celebrated traditional music legends, the late Gong Master.Born Mponang...

President DGB Earns Black Belt in HungaryWrapping up his recent working visit to Hungary, President Duma Gideon Boko had the pleasure of attending the 2025 World Judo Championships, where he was surprised with the award of an honorary black belt....

A 39-year-old woman allegedly stabbed her boyfriend to death using a kitchen table knife during a heated argument over the weekend in Ranaka village. The suspect, Dikabelo Malele of Tsogo ward, appeared before the Kanye Magistrate Court on Tuesday,...

Gaborone City Council’s (GCC) decision to conduct unannounced inspections at food outlets and retailers as part of its ongoing city upkeep initiative has brought a growing sense of relief and support among Batswana.The abrupt closure of Fours...

Assistant Minister of Local Government and Traditional Affairs, Ignatius Moswaane, has proposed the abolition of 'bogadi,' the traditional bride price, arguing that it prevents many Batswana from marrying due to the financial burden it places...

Mahalapye Central is facing a disturbing rise in sexual violence, with police confirming that 19 rape cases and 13 defilement cases have been reported so far this year. Commander of Mahalapye Central Police Station, Superintendent Meshack Ranku,...

Kopong murder case witness dies Just weeks after the Kopong murder case moved to the High Court, a key witness, Gabathuse 'Blackie' Molelu, has died suddenly. Molelu, an uncle to the late Barulaganye Aston, was locked in a legal battle with...

Despite years of awareness campaigns and free condom distribution, condom use remains low in Botswana, keeping HIV infection rates high, especially in Mahalapye.This raises serious concerns about the country’s prevention efforts. A recent update...

The 72nd Miss World delegates are enduring yet another hectic week as they inch closer to the grand finale. This week, they are competing in the highly anticipated Head-to-Head Challenge, where winners will secure coveted spots in the Top 40.Taking...

People often panic or cross the road to change routes when they see her coming down the street.Some even claim to see a snake instead of a woman. But for 38-year-old Tshepiso Mack of Lotlhakane East, the fear and judgment are exhausting. Speaking to...

As the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) prepares for its highly anticipated National Elective Congress in Maun on May 10, several key figures have stepped forward to contest critical leadership positions.Candidates are not only vying for power but...

This past Saturday, history was made at the Royal Aria Stadium. Multitudes of Batswana, and music lovers thronged to the venue for the much-anticipated Toro Music Festival. Featuring, Botswana’s hottest performer, namely Chokoma and a host of other...

President Mokgweetsi Masisi has allegedly dropped his political protégé, Member of Parliament Karabo Gare. Gare, who succeeded Masisi as MP for Moshupa–Manyana when the latter became President, was widely regarded as one of Masisi’s groomed...