MYGA and Business Botswana Launch National Mentorship Pilot In an important bid to bolster human capital development and combat youth unemployment, the Ministry of Youth and Gender Affairs (MYGA), in strategic partnership with Business Botswana (BB), has announced the launch of

The Board of the Botswana Development Corporation (BDC) has appointed Oteng Keabetswe as the Corporation’s substantive Managing Director, effective 1 February 2026, bringing to a close a six-month caretaker period during which he steered the institution through a phase of

CAAB 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧S 𝗞𝗢𝗣𝗔𝗡𝗢 𝗕𝗢𝗟𝗢𝗞𝗪𝗘 𝗔𝗦 BOARD 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗜𝗥𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗢𝗡 The Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB) has p announced the appointment of Mr Kopano Bolokwe as Chairperson of the Board, effective 19th January 2026, for a three-year term. A press

There is a palpable sense of relief sweeping through Botswana’s medical corridors this week. Following months of acute strain, the health sector is showing robust signs of life, driven by a two-pronged offensive led by President Duma Gideon Boko and his Health Minister, Dr.

In a landmark address that signals a turning point for Botswana’s healthcare system, Minister of Health Dr. Stephen Modise has announced that the Sir Ketumile Masire Teaching Hospital (SKMTH) will rapidly transition into a fully-fledged public health institution by April 2026.

Another twist in the legal tale of former Minister Kefentse Mzwinila as the former Minister finds himself trapped in a judicial paradox between two contradictory High Court rulings delivered within days of each other. Just days after Justice Barnabas Nyamadzabo handed Mzwinila a

Government Appeals Mzwinila Ruling The government has lodged an appeal against the Justice Barnabas Nyamadzabo ruling, where he delivered a verdict in favour of the former minister Dr Kefentse Mzwinila in one of his many cases currently before the courts. Mzwinila was

When the Umbrella for Democratic Change(UDC) assumed office in late 2024, the economic context was already shifting. Diamond revenues, long the backbone of Botswana’s public finances, were declining, and global demand offered little reassurance of a swift recovery. At the same

The Ministry of Justice and Correctional Services will this year continue to set up specialised courts to expedite cases and improve accessibility of services for all. This was said by the Chief Justice, Gaolapelwe Ketlogetswe, yesterday at the opening of the legal year.

The Botswana Tourism Organisation (BTO) has unveiled plans to transform Francistown into a premier urban tourism destination as part of a broader strategy to diversify the country’s tourism offerings beyond wildlife and nature-based attractions. BTO Chief Executive Officer

Botswana is standing at a crossroads, facing a question that reaches beyond politics into the very heart of justice and accountability. The proposal to establish a Constitutional Court is not about creating another layer of bureaucracy; it is about ensuring that every citizen,

Strong institutions are the bedrock of any democracy. They are what transform the ideals of governance into tangible realities that affect the lives of citizens. A democratic system can not rely solely on elections or the personalities of leaders. Without institutions that are

In politics, the horizon is always moving. For the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC), the eyes of the strategist must already be cast toward 2029. The question is no longer about how power was attained but how it will be sustained. The difference between a government that

In a sweeping address that balanced stark economic realities with ambitious reform, Minister of Finance Ndaba Nkosinathi Gaolathe presented the 2026/2027 Budget Proposals to the National Assembly on Monday. Under the theme "A New Era of Economic Transformation and Fiscal

In the budget speech delivered to the National Assembly on February 9, 2026, Minister of Finance Ndaba Nkosinathi Gaolathe unveiled a P103.58 billion spending plan for the 2026/2027 financial year. Under the theme "A New Era of Economic Transformation and Fiscal Prudence," the

Every national development plan is a promise about the future. It tells citizens what kind of economy the country wants to build, what sectors will drive growth, and what investments will shape the lives of the next generation. But plans alone do not transform nations. Budgets

A Budget for Her Tomorrow: Advancing Opportunities for Women and Girls Botswana’s 2026/27 Budget Speech is more than a fiscal roadmap; it is a statement about the kind of society the nation aspires to build. While not explicitly framed as a gender-responsive budget, its focus

Botswana’s sustained investment in primary health care is delivering measurable progress in maternal health, President Duma Boko has said, while cautioning that more work is needed to eliminate preventable deaths during childbirth. Speaking at a high-level Heads of State session

In a move set to redefine the country’s sporting landscape, the Botswana National Sport Commission (BNSC) has announced a landmark partnership with the Tiriac Foundation, securing a multi-faceted investment that promises to accelerate Botswana’s rise as a regional sports

Botswana has been navigating challenging financial waters in recent years, a narrative that has dominated headlines and public discourse. However, beneath the surface of economic anxiety, there are critical achievements unfolding that often go unnoticed. A closer look at the UDC