Axed Motlalekgosi shocked by Masisi’s decision
The ruthless sharp chopping axe which is always hovering at the government enclave on Tuesday landed and cut short the illustrious career of Commissioner of Prisons, Colonel Silas Motlalekgosi from the...
View ArticlePresident Masisi exposes Botswana to State Capture-Keorapetse
President Dr. Mokgweetsi Masisi’s insatiable appetite for acquisition of land all over the country and his interest to get Banyana farms and a tourism concession is not only unethical, but also exposes...
View ArticleBotswana resolute on fighting HIV/AIDS
The emergence of COVID-19 has burdened the health system and made the fight against HIV/AIDS heavier. However, the results of the Botswana AIDS Impact Survey (BAIS V) are expected to enhance...
View ArticleLPG gas market dominated by foreigners
The Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) market arrangement is oligopolistic and still dominated by foreigners who rake in millions every year through imports, Lefhoko Moagi, Mineral Resources, Green...
View ArticleMushrooming of unplanned mini townships worrisome
Some residents have been found to abuse the citizen empowerment land dispensation and in the process compromise the food security potential of the eastern corridor. Batswana may optimally utilise land...
View ArticleLack of roads and power in agricultural areas hamper food production
Lack of basic infrastructure and accessibility to farm lands across the country are among the most serious challenges that hamper food production and maximising of profits by farmers. Although some...
View ArticleGender disparities still visible in the labour market
Gender wage gap exists in Botswana labour market as women earn less than men despite the increase in the labour market. Findings of a study conducted by Botswana Institute for Policy Analysis (BIDPA)...
View ArticleRasesa bogosi dispute flares in the open
A group of disgruntled residents of Rasesa in the Kgatleng District has petitioned the Minister of Local Government and Rural Development Eric Molale to “cancel forthwith” the appointment of Kagiso...
View ArticleDPP, DCEC clash over ‘Butterfly’ case
The clash between the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime (DCEC), Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS) and Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP) seems to be further compromising...
View ArticlePPADB appeals Leburu’s judgement on Tshesebe road
Public Procurement and Asset Disposable Board (PPADB) is seeking Court of Appeal intervention in a case in which High Court Judge, Michael Leburu has ruled in favour of Cul De Sac Construction Company...
View ArticleAlliance Francaise celebrate French cultures
This year’s 26th edition of the International Francophonie Day was celebrated on 20th March 2021 and the week of Francophonie was on the 13 to the 21 March 2021. This moment provided an opportunity...
View ArticleMultibillion Pula uranium project fails to take off
The multibillion-Pula uranium deposit project which could have started three years ago is still to take off due to the collapse of uranium market worldwide. The uranium deposits discovered near Serule...
View ArticleFNBB Foundation empowers communities
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has become a major part of corporates in the modern-day world. In fact, belief is that customers have sustained trust on companies which empower communities they...
View ArticleRMB banks on e-Commerce
On an annual basis, trillions of US dollars exchange hands electronically through various e-ecommerce platforms. These transactions mostly happen between buyers and sellers who are often thousands of...
View ArticleFNBB strengthens capacity to shut out Covid-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced institutions to change the way they deliver services and products to customers. In addition, institutions have been forced to invest substantially on measures and...
View ArticleKhoemacau produces first copper concentrates within schedule
Khoemacau Copper Mines has produced its first ever production of the copper silver concentrate from its Boseto process plant. The concentrate was produced on Thursday. According to Botswana’s new...
View ArticleAbeco Tanks assist in the fight against Covid-19
Botswana is a landlocked country with a population of approximately two million people. The country has an arid climate, the rainfall is not dependable and drought can last for several years at a time....
View ArticleAlcohol industry bemoans uncertainty
The industry has had enough of the government’s big brother attitude of closing their businesses willy-nilly, oblivious to the damage caused to stakeholders involved, let alone, the economy. KOOBONYE...
View ArticleTobacco traders appeal for the President's mercy
The domestic tobacco sector which has been hard done by the passing of the controversial Tobacco Control Bill is pinning its last hopes on the President of the country, who is the ultimate person to...
View ArticleBotswana can grow a bustling film industry – US Actress, Nayo Wallace
Botswana’s moribund film industry appears poised for a dramatic revival, with the production of an independent commercially-viable feature film complete with a trailer, for the American Film Market...
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