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Government Suspends Importation of Plants and Products Linked to Goss’s Bacterial Wilt and Bud Rot of Palms

In response to the detection of Goss's Bacterial Wilt and Bud Rot of Palms in South Africa, the government has…

COSBOTS Sets a New Standard with Royalties Distribution 17 Workshop

Since December 2024, the Copyright Society of Botswana (COSBOTS) has been at the forefront of transforming royalties distribution with the…

Kgosi Ian Khama Sworn into Ntlo ya Dikgosi After Return as Kgosi ya Bangwato

Kgosi Ian Khama was officially introduced and sworn into the Ntlo ya Dikgosi (House of Chiefs) this morning, marking a…

President Duma Boko Attends 2025 World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland

President Duma Boko of Botswana has arrived in Davos, Switzerland, to attend the 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF), which officially…

Botswana’s High Cost of Living Ranked Second in Africa

Botswana has been identified as the country with the second-highest cost of living in Africa, according to a recent report…

Miss Botswana 2024, Anicia Gaothusi, Steps into Her Role as Miss World Botswana

In a grand ceremony held this morning at Cresta Lodge, Anicia Gaothusi, the newly crowned Miss Botswana 2024, officially stepped…

Minister Ndaba Gaolatlhe Hosts 2025/26 Local Authorities Budget Pitso to Shape National Budget

In an effort to ensure that the National Budget accurately reflects the developmental needs and priorities of local communities, the…

BPS Air Support Saves Lives: Heroic Rescue Missions Amid Botswana’s Devastating Floods

In the wake of the devastating floods that have affected several regions in Botswana, the Botswana Police Service (BPS) Air…

Government Assists Mmadinare Constituency Flood Victims with Food Parcels

Minister of Local Government, Ketlhalefile Motshegwa, has confirmed that the government is providing vital assistance to flood victims in the…

President Duma Gideon Boko Commends Guinea-Bissau for Commitment to Peace

The President of the Republic of Botswana, Advocate Duma Gideon Boko, has extended his congratulations and appreciation to the government…

Cabinet Retreat Focuses on Enhancing Government Service Delivery to Batswana

The Minister for State President, Honourable Moeti Mohwasa, recently addressed fellow Honourable Ministers at a Cabinet retreat, emphasizing the government’s…

Botswana Data Protection Act Now in Effect: Safeguarding Personal Data

The Botswana Data Protection Act officially took effect on January 14, 2025, marking a significant step toward protecting individuals' personal…