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July 16, 2026, 12:39 am
Speaker Urges MPs to Rise Above Partisanship
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Speaker of the National Assembly has urged Members of Parliament (MPs) to build an institution that reflects the diversity of their people, safeguard their rights and amplify their voices.
Govt Rolls Out Reforms to Stabilise Economy
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Government has developed a robust pipeline of reforms and interventions aimed at stabilising the economy, restoring confidence, strengthening fiscal resilience and accelerating economic transformation.
Trio Pledges Stronger Anti-Corruption Fight
- [Botswana Daily News] Victoria Falls -- Botswana, Zambia and Zimbabwe have reaffirmed their commitment to fight corruption and strengthening regional frameworks on governance and security.
Trio Reaffirms Commitment to Fight Corruption
- [Botswana Daily News] Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe -- The Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime, Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission and Zambia Anti-Corruption Commission, today commemorated the African Anti-Corruption Day in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.
Botswana Oil Targets 60-Day Fuel Buffer
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- The country's fuel storage capacity is envisaged to reach 55 days' cover by the first quarter of the 2027/28 financial year.
Mmolotsi Launches Two Tourism Tools
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Minister of Environment and Tourism Wynter Mmolotsi has launched the Botswana's Tourism Satellite Account (TSA).
First Lady Launches Programme to Honour 54 Lives Lost
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- The Office of the First Lady has announced the launch of the National Healing, Remembrance and Closure Programme, a national initiative dedicated to honouring the memory of the 54 Batswana who lost their lives in the 2015 Matsha Community College truck accident and the 2024 Mmamatlakala bus tragedy.
Speaker Calls Effective Legislature
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Speaker of the National Assembly, Mr Dithapelo Keorapetse, has called on Members of Parliament to continuously strengthen their knowledge, skills and ethical leadership, saying an effective legislature is central to good governance and national development.
Govt Announces Top Achievers Sponsorship Changes
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Government has announced major changes to the Top Achievers Sponsorship Programme. From the 2026/2027 financial year, government will sponsor qualifying beneficiaries for undergraduate studies only.
Mazottie Set Sights On Championships Glory
- [Botswana Daily News] Lobatse -- Following a dominant campaign in the southern block playoffs over the weekend, Mazottie FC has qualified for the National DTCB Women's Football Championships semifinals scheduled for Gaborone on July 25-26.
Department Records Surge in Measles Cases
- [Botswana Daily News] Kasane -- Department of Veterinary Services has raised concern following a spike in cases of beef measles detected in cattle arriving at the abattoir for slaughter in Chobe District.
Gabs Open Grows Bigger and Better
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Organisers of the annual Gabs Open International Karate Championships are working round the clock to deliver a tournament of the World Karate Federation (WKF) flagship championships.
Compensation Act Excludes Rats Damage - Official
- [Botswana Daily News] Tonota -- Despite growing complaints from farmers that rats are destroying crops on a large scale, the rodents are not covered under the Compensation Act and do not qualify for government payouts, says Senior Wildlife Warden, Ms Tshola Zibochwa.
China Donates Medical Equipment Worth P180 000
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- To strengthen Botswana's healthcare capacity and improve patient care, the Chinese Embassy has donated medical equipment worth P180,000 to the Ministry of Health.
Botswana Heightens Ebola Preparedness As Regions Remains Alert
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Botswana has intensified Ebola preparedness measures following reported cases in parts of Central Africa, with the Ministry of Health (MOH) assuring the public that the country remains on high alert.
Boko Urges Batswana to Uphold Legacy
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- President Advocate Duma Boko has called on Batswana to draw inspiration from the enduring legacy of Botswana's founding president, Sir Seretse Khama, saying his vision, humility and unwavering commitment to democracy continue to provide a blueprint for the nation's future.
Botswana Supports Sahrawi Republic Quest for Self-Determination
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Botswana is poised to support the Sahrawi Republic in its quest for self-determination as a sovereign nation.
Gammangwato Pays Tribute to Sir Seretse Enduring Legacy
- [Botswana Daily News] Serowe -- Braving the cold bite of a July morning, multitudes gathered at the GaMmangwato Royal Kgotla to celebrate the life of Sir Seretse Khama, a humble servant of the Batswana people.
Epic Showdown in Oregon Tomorrow
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- When the world's elite quarter-milers descend upon the University of Oregon's iconic Hayward Field for the Prefontaine Classic tomorrow, track and field fans will witness a tactical masterclass fueled by a bruising inter-continental rivalry.
Mining Catalyst for Import Substitution
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- The development of local industries through import substitution initiatives remains one of the mining sector's most critical contributions to Botswana's broader economic growth.
Botswana and South Africa Enjoy Smoother Ties
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Botswana and South Africa enjoy smooth relations, with emerging issues resolved efficiently and effectively through close collaboration, says President Advocate Duma Boko.
Diamond Jubilee Preparations Underway
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Botswana's creative sector will play a central role in the country's 60th Independence celebrations, with government setting aside P23 million for the Diamond Jubilee programme that will celebrate the nation's cultural, artistic and sporting achievements.
The 5 Thebe Coin Does It Still Hold Value
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Would picking up a 5 Thebe (5t) coin do your pocket any good?
Sir Seretse Khama Prioritised Unity and Nation Building-Boko
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- President Advocate Duma Boko has described Sir Seretse Khama as a leader who prioritised unity and nation building, noting that he used the best bricks to build the foundation of Botswana.
Kalahari Half Marathon to Boost Community Development
- [Botswana Daily News] Tsabong -- Kalahari Half Marathon, scheduled to take place tomorrow in Tsabong, is expected to attract athletes from across the country.
Botswana Targets Seven Medals in Glasgow
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Botswana will send a formidable team to the Commonwealth Games, targeting seven medals.
Bokaa Dam Mountain Bike Classic Here
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Chain Reaction will on Sunday host another mountain bike (MTB) cycling event following the successful Kgatleng MTB Classic, which was held in April.
AI Helps Unlock Botswana's Hidden Copper Clues
- [Scrolla] Botswana Minerals says AI found copper clues in old drill cores first drilled for uranium and diamonds. The company says the tool reviewed decades of scattered geological reports in days, helping teams focus their next fieldwork.
Government Urges Calm As Tensions Rise Over South Africa's Anti-Immigration Protests
- [Botswana Daily News] Molepolole -- As South Africa marked June 30 amid heightened anti-immigration protests, the Government of Botswana has assured citizens living in the neighbouring country that those with valid immigration documents have nothing to fear, while urging all Batswana to remain law-abiding, avoid protest hotspots and follow the laws of their host country.
Untapped Diamond Value Addition Opportunities Linger
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Botswana has yet to fully capitalise on the immense value addition opportunities in the global diamond pipeline, despite significant potential across the sector, industry leaders told the Future of Mining Summit on Monday.
