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September 15, 2026, 10:53 am
BTC Funds Six Community Projects
- [Botswana Daily News] Francistown -- The Botswana Telecommunications Corporation's (BTC), on September 11 donated P600,000 to be shared among six beneficiaries.
Dinaledi Eye World Cup Ticket
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Botswana's netball national team, Dinaledi is heading to Nairobi, Kenya, for the Netball World Cup 2027 regional qualifier slated for September 19 to 26.
Karate Club Reward Athletes for Excellence
- [Botswana Daily News] Molepolole -- The Molepolole based Bafpet Karate Club hosted an ward ceremony on Monday to reward athletes for excellence and stunning performance.
Mochudi Community Joins Hands for Clean-Up Campaign
- [Botswana Daily News] Mochudi -- As part of the Independence build-up activities, community members in Mochudi came together on September 11 for a community clean-up programme aimed at keeping the village clean and promoting environmental responsibility.
Ramoreboli Joins Bafana Bafana
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Just as the senior men's national football team, the Zebras, were beginning to adapt to Morena Ramoreboli's tactical philosophy, the South African strategist has vacated his post, leaving a void on the local football landscape.
Beyond U'S Set to Elevate Botswana Afrotech Saturday
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Beyond U'S Afrotech event is positioning Botswana's electronic music scene for greater exposure by bringing local DJs and producers together with established international acts for a day of music, mentorship and networking.
Drone Spectacle Celebrates China-Botswana Ties
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- A spectacular display of 500 drones lit up the Gaborone night sky on Tuesday, showcasing the enduring friendship and growing bilateral ties between China and Botswana.
Trans-Kalahari Golf Day to Foster Trade Partnerships
- [Botswana Daily News] Jwaneng -- The Trans Kalahari Corridor Investment and Connectivity Golf Day is expected to strengthen regional trade and investment by bringing together government leaders, business communities, investors and other stakeholders from Botswana, Namibia and South Africa.
Kgatleng Targets 55 000 Cattle in Mass Vaccination
- [Botswana Daily News] Mochudi -- Authorities will today launch a mass vaccination campaign targeting about 55 000 cattle in Kgatleng East, to intensify efforts to contain Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak in the district.
Botswana President Visits Ongoing Construction Work At the Lobito Refinery
- [ANGOP] Lobito -- Botswana President Duma Gideon Boko on Wednesday received a briefing in Benguela on the construction phases of the Lobito Oil Refinery in Angola and the opportunities it could offer to regional and international markets.
PAGC Challenges Enterprises to Look Beyond Local Market
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Batswana, particularly young entrepreneurs, should look beyond small domestic market and tap into opportunities across Africa, Pan African Game Changers (PAGC) founder and president, Dr Precious Gondwe has said.
Angola and Botswana Expand Cooperation
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- Angola and Botswana will extend bilateral cooperation to the energy, oil, tourism, and diamond industry sectors, in addition to already developed areas such as defense and livestock, President João Lourenço announced on Tuesday in Luanda.
President Duma Gideon Boko Arrives in the Presidential Palace
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- The President of Botswana, Duma Gideon Boko, arrived this Tuesday morning at the Presidential Palace, where he will hold a private meeting with the Angolan Head of State, João Lourenço, as part of his three-day official visit to the country.
Angola and Botswana Strengthen Cooperation With Three Agreements
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- Angola and Botswana signed three legal instruments of cooperation this Tuesday (8) in Luanda, with emphasis on the areas of Defense, Livestock and the establishment of a Binational Commission.
Botswana Guarantees Favourable Environment for Investor Protection
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- Botswana's Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship, Tiroyaone Ntsima, on Tuesday in Luanda reaffirmed his country's commitment to protecting investors and creating a business environment conducive to securing mutual benefits.
President Duma Boko Advocates Removing Trade Barriers Between Botswana and Angola
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- Botswana's President, Duma Gideon Boko, on Tuesday in Luanda advocated the removal of barriers and the establishment of channels to allow the free flow of business and trade between Angola and Botswana.
MCM CEO Cycle Challenge Raises P2.1m for Hospital Upgrade
- [Botswana Daily News] Palapye -- Morupule Coal Mine (MCM) has raised P2.1 million through the 14th edition of the MCM CEO's Annual Charity Cycle Challenge, with the bulk of the proceeds slated to fund a major healthcare infrastructure facelift.
Council Boosts Local Economy Through Strategic Investments
- [Botswana Daily News] Tlokweng -- Tlokweng District Council has demonstrated strong leadership and commitment to local economic development, fiscal discipline and community empowerment as the nation prepares to commemorate 60 years of Independence.
Duo Turns Edu-Tainment Into Livelihood
- [Botswana Daily News] Kanye -- Turning cultural heritage into electrifying "edu-tainment" for poetic duo Edwin Moroka, alias Serurubele and Emmanuel Boefelo, known on stage as Mmasekgethu, has proven that carefully researched verse can captivate audiences and build a lucrative brand.
President of Botswana Pays Tribute to Agostinho Neto
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- The Head of State of Botswana, Duma Gideon Boko, laid a wreath on the sarcophagus of the first Angolan President, António Agostinho Neto, this Tuesday (8), in a gesture of respect and homage.
Partnerships Bring Duma Boko School to Life
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- The inaugural African Hero school, Duma Boko School in Gaborone is a testament to what government can achieve by partnering with the private sector.
Boko Silences Bureaucratic Pushback With Modern School
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- Critics said it was impossible to build a modern school in a matter of weeks, but President Advocate Duma Boko proved them wrong with the unveiling of the Duma Boko School at Block 7 in Gaborone on Saturday.
Botswana Minister Recognises Historical Significance of Cuito Cuanavale Battle
- [ANGOP] Cuito Cuanavale -- Botswana's Minister of State at the Presidency, Moet Caesar Mohwasa, on Sunday recognised the significance of the Battle of Cuito Cuanavale in securing Namibia's independence and contributing to the abolition of apartheid in South Africa.
Angola and Botswana Sign Agreements to Strengthen Cooperation
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- Angola and Botswana signed two legal instruments on Sunday in Luanda aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation, within the framework of the first ministerial session of the Joint Commission.
Minister Téte António Highlights Renewed Momentum in Angola-Botswana Relations
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- The holding of the first Angola-Botswana Joint Commission for Cooperation represents the correction of a historical oversight, Angolan Minister of Foreign Affairs Téte António said on Sunday in Luanda.
WHS Archers Help Namibia Win Silver in Botswana
- [Namibian] Windhoek High School (WHS) archers helped Namibia secure an overall silver medal at the AGA African Federation Tournament held in Lobatse, Botswana.
Rwanda, Botswana Seek to Deepen Defence Cooperation
- [New Times] Rwanda and Botswana are looking to expand military training and professional development opportunities between their armed forces as part of efforts to strengthen bilateral defence cooperation.
Boko Appeals Boko to African Investors to Lead Development
- [Botswana Daily News] Gaborone -- GABORONE, September 03 (BOPA): President Advocate Duma Boko has made a clarion call to African investors to directly fund and scale the continent's growth through targeted local platforms, venture funds, and structured investment channels.
Luanda to Host First Angola-Botswana Business Forum
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- Angola will host the first Angola-Botswana Business Forum on Sept. 8 to bring the private sectors of both nations closer together and spur new business opportunities, partnerships, and investments, Angolan ambassador to Botswana Sandro de Oliveira said on Thursday.
