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Botswana President Duma Boko Expected in Malawi for Independence Day Celebrations

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Botswana President Duma Boko Expected in Malawi for Independence Day Celebrations

Botswana’s President, Duma Boko, is expected to arrive in Malawi this afternoon for a three-day official visit. According to a statement from Malawi’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, President Boko will land at Kamuzu International Airport in Lilongwe at 1 p.m. During his visit, he will be the guest of honour at Malawi’s 61st Independence Day celebrations, which will take place on Sunday at Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe. The statement also not…See the Story

Chelsea City Manager Placed on Administrative Leave, Not Expected ...

Botswana · Botswana

Chelsea City Manager Placed on Administrative Leave, Not Expected ...

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MIT Kuo Center, Botswana Government Launch Multiyear Innovation and Entrepreneurship Partnership

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MIT Kuo Center, Botswana Government Launch Multiyear Innovation and Entrepreneurship Partnership

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s (MIT) Kuo Sharper Center for Prosperity and Entrepreneurship has launched a five-year collaboration with the Government of Botswana aimed at strengthening the country’s innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem. The partnership kicked off last week with a ten-day series of programs in Gaborone, bringing together entrepreneurs, government leaders, and academic institutions in … The post MIT Kuo Center, …See the Story

Boy, 16, Allegedly Kills Man Over Spilled Chibuku » TheVoiceBW

There were tragic tears shed over spilt chibuku on Wednesday morning, when a 16-year-old allegedly stabbed a man to death in a drunken dispute over ‘shake shake’ and a cellphone. The bloody incident occurred at around midnight near Sesanankgopa lands on the outskirts of Thamaga village in the Kweneng District. It is believed the deceased, aged 25, provoked his killer, demanding his phone, which he had lent the teenager, and also accusing the you…Kweneng District · Kweneng District Read Article

Motsepe’s Lawyers Turn The Heat On Boko

In the aftermath of the government losing the now notorious P100 billion case of alleged theft, money laundering and terrorism financing, Bridgette Motsepe’s legal team has called on President Duma Boko to push for investigations, prosecutions and reparations to restore Motsepe’s name and Botswana’s standing as a beacon of justice and democracy GAZETTE REPORTER …Botswana · Botswana Read Article

BLLAHWU, DPSM agree on P4, 000 min wage » TheVoiceBW

The Botswana Landboards, Local Authorities Health Workers Union (BLLAHWU) and the Directorate of Public Service Management (DPSM) have agreed to replace the A3, A2, and A1 salary bands with a P4, 000 minimum wage as soon as the economy recovers – whenever that might be! During a series of meetings held between May and June, the parties also agreed that the housing allowances for the scale should go up. “The union party maintains that Government …Wages · Botswana Read Article

How Acting Agents Help Careers

Behind many successful actors is a professional advocate: the agent GAZETTE REPORTER In Botswana’s growing film and television industry, acting agents play a vital role in navigating contracts, securing roles and shaping long-term careers. According to award-winning actor Donald Molosi, in Botswana’s emerging film and television industry, agents are becoming essential in helping actors access…Botswana · Botswana Read Article

BW Pride Awards Launched

A first-of-its-kind celebration, the awards will honour queer excellence, bravery, creativity and leadership in Botswana GAZETTE REPORTER A new chapter in LGBTQ+ visibility, joy and recognition will begin when BW Pride Awards, a first-of-its-kind celebration honouring queer excellence, bravery, creativity and leadership in Botswana, will take place during African Pride Month on 3…LGBTQ+ · Botswana Read Article

Youri Triumphs, Eyes Bigger Stage

The 20-year-old California-based star won both singles and doubles at the Botswana Open over the weekend TLOTLO KEBINAKGABO Botswana’s 20-year-old tennis sensation based in California, Ekua Youri, made a triumphant return to Botswana by claiming both the women’s singles and doubles titles at the 2025 Botswana Open Championships in Gaborone over the weekend.…Gaborone · Gaborone Read Article

Tebogo Returns » TheVoiceBW

Letsile back in Diamond League action this week Sidelined by injury for close to six weeks, the golden boy of Botswana athletics, Letsile Tebogo returns to the track this weekend for the Diamond League’s Eugene leg. The Olympic Champion, who turned 22 last month, will run in the 200m as he looks to build some much-needed momentum ahead of the World Championships in September. The Kanye Kid has not tasted competitive action since 25 May, when he …Athletics · Botswana Read Article

Bomaid goes live » TheVoiceBW

‘First Things First’ hits the airwaves to demystify medical aid Botswana Medical Aid Society (Bomaid) has re-launched the radio initiative titled “First Things First,” airing every Wednesday at 12:30 PM on RB2. This weekly segment serves as a dynamic platform for educating and engaging customers on Bomaid’s products, services, and value-added offerings, placing customer empowerment at the heart of healthcare. Two episodes in, First Things First …Botswana · Botswana Read Article

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