Botswana

Orange Botswana's Public Relations and Communication Manager Tebogo Nadisah

P1 Million Boost for FNB Botswana Golden Grand Prix

Orange Botswana has committed P1 million in sponsorship towards the upcoming FNB Botswana Golden Grand Prix, reinforcing its position as a key driver of sports development in the country. The World Athletics Continental Tour (Bronze…

16 April 2026

BOTC Appoints New Board to Drive Trade and Industry Growth

The Botswana Trade Commission (BOTC) has announced the appointment of a new Board of Directors, marking the start of a fresh chapter in the organisation’s leadership and governance. The newly constituted Board is expected to…

16 April 2026

Batswana Take to the Streets in Demand for Justice for Tshepi

Cynthia Thanda Thousands of Batswana marched through the streets on Thursday, 9th April 2026, united in grief and outrage, demanding justice for Retshepile Setso Tshedu — a 13-year-old girl from Sehithwa whose death has shaken…

9 April 2026

Honourable Kabo Ketshogile, the Chairperson of Palapye District

SADC PF,  Botswana Parliament gather evidence to strengthen response to climate-related emergencies

By Moses Magadza in Palapye Botswana The Southern African Development Community Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF) and the Parliament of Botswana held a three-day outreach programme  to flood-affected communities in Tswapong Distric from 30 March to 1 April…

2 April 2026

Fare Hike Fury: Batswana Outraged as Transport Costs Skyrocket

By Cynthia Thanda The night of March 31, 2026, erupted in anger across Botswana as the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure announced steep public transport fare hikes—effective April 1—sparking a storm of condemnation online and…

1 April 2026

The Green Campus Programme integrates renewable energy, water sustainability, waste reduction, climate-responsive infrastructure, and applied research

University of Botswana Launches Major Green Campus Drive with Water Saving, Recycling, and Solar Energy Projects

Gaborone – Integrated sustainability programme to save millions in utilities while expanding renewable energy capacity. The University of Botswana (UB) is accelerating its transformation into one of Africa’s leading sustainable universities through a series of…

30 March 2026

Orange Money Partners with Taxi Association to Digitize Public Transport Payments

Orange Money Botswana has entered into a nationwide partnership with the Taxi Association to accelerate the digitization of payments for Botswana’s public transport sector, marking a strategic shift toward cashless commuter experiences and enhanced financial…

26 March 2026

A CHRISTIAN’S FIRST RAMADAN: A JOURNEY OF FASTING AND FAITH

Cynthia Thanda On 19th February 2026, I embarked on a personal journey of fasting alongside some of my Muslim colleagues. As I sat on my bed before sunrise, the quiet hum of anticipation settled around…

20 March 2026

Professor Kwame Frimpong, Retired Professor of Law.

Prof Kwame Frimpong on Constitutionalism and Effective Democratic Governance in Africa

Gaborone, Botswana — March 19, 2026 The University of Botswana is set to host a high-profile public lecture on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at the University Library Auditorium, as the country continues to grapple with…

19 March 2026

Professor Tachilisa Balule (right) with Judge Professor Key Dingake

Botswana’s Constitutional Court Debate Takes Centre Stage at UB Public Lecture this afternoon

Gaborone, Botswana — March 16, 2026 The University of Botswana will today host a pivotal public lecture as the national debate over the establishment of a constitutional court intensifies. The lecture, scheduled for Monday, March…

16 March 2026

Lock in step: Chairman-cum-Chancellor of the University of Botswana Daniel Tau with Vice Chancellor Professor David Norris

University and Industry Must Work Together or ‘We Are Doomed’

By Staff Writer23 October 2026 The University of Botswana (UB) has wrapped up its 44th graduation ceremony with a strong call for graduates, industry and policymakers to rethink the relationship between higher education, employment and…

25 October 2026

Russian presidential envoy for investment and economic cooperation Kirill Dmitriev

Diesel diplomacy: How a Russia-US fuel deal is redrawing global alliances

The diesel supply agreement struck between Russia and the United States may appear at first glance to be a simple energy transaction. In reality, it has evolved into a geopolitical flashpoint that is exposing deep…

21 October 2026

UB Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, the force behind the new strategy designed to transform UB into a high performance organisation

UB Graduates Over 4,000 as Output Jumps 15%

GABORONE, October 19, 2026 – The University of Botswana (UB) will confer qualifications on 4,059 graduands during its 44th Graduation Ceremonies, marking a significant increase in graduate output and a notable rise in doctoral graduates.…

21 October 2026

Dr Matshidiso Rebecca Moeti

UB to Confer Honorary Doctorates on Sesana, Moeti and Dingake

GABORONE, Oct 20, 2026 – The University of Botswana (UB) will confer honorary doctorates on indigenous rights activist Roy Sesana, public health leader Dr Matshidiso Rebecca Moeti and jurist Justice Professor Oagile Bethuel Key Dingake…

20 October 2026

Mr.-Johan-Frisell-Director-for-Africa-and-Deputy-Director-General-Ministry-for-Foreign-Affairs-of-Sweden

Sweden hails SADC PF as “excellent vehicle” for advancing SRHR within the region

By Moses Magadza WINDHOEK, Namibia – Sweden has described the SADC Parliamentary Forum as a trusted regional partner and an effective channel for advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) and has praised its…

19 October 2026

FNB Botswana Deputy Chief Executive Officer Dr Mbako Mbo

FNB Botswana backs private sector growth at National Business Conference

FRANCISTOWN – FNB Botswana has reaffirmed its commitment to private sector-led economic growth and diversification through its partnership and participation in the 18th National Business Conference (NBC), currently underway in Francistown. The conference, hosted by…

19 October 2026