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Botswana: Residents Reject Private Control of Paving Stone Mining
Serowe — Residents of the KHUMASE lands in Serowe have decried the private mining of paving stones in their area, noting that these resources are known to be a cash cow in other countries. Speaking to BOPA after handing over a petition to Serowe District Commissioner Ms Angelina Leano-Bakoko on Thursday, destined for the President, the Secretary General of the envisaged KHUMASE trust, Mr Boitshwarelo Tiroyamodimo expressed deep disappointment.
Botswana: Hobbyist Turns Artisanship to Entrepreneurship
Serowe — For many, a hobby is simply a way to pass the time. But for Maria Bothman, a hobbyist's leatherworking story became the icing on the cake of a remarkable journey, moving from humble beginnings to mastering a timeless craft. While the narrative of a hobbyist turning into an entrepreneur after experimenting with simple designs is common, many of the world's most prominent brands began exactly this way.
Botswana: Meet Farmer Redefining Coffee Niche
Tjikale — Key figures and thinkers have defined agriculture as the most noble and essential human pursuit, emphasising that it is the foundation of civilization, the dignity of labour, the significance of soil stewardship and the necessity of feeding the world. According to Sir Arthur Keith, a prominent Scottish anatomist and physical anthropologist, the discovery of agriculture was the first big step towards a civilised life.
Botswana: Health Ministry Makes Strides Despite Challenges
Serowe — RELOCATION OF PRIMARY HEALTHCARE SERVICES In April 2025, primary healthcare services, including clinics and health posts, were relocated from the Ministry of Health to the Ministry of Local Government and Traditional Affairs. Dr Nyanga described the move as a critical step toward bringing health services closer to communities and advancing Universal Health Coverage.
Botswana: Children Wayward Behaviour Worrisome
Serowe — Serowe residents have expressed concern about children's awkward behaviour both at school and within the community. As such the residents called for reinstatement of corporal punishment to address the situation. They said this during a kgotla meeting at Sebabi ward in Serowe addressed by Serowe West MP, Mr Onalepelo Kedikilwe on Monday.
Botswana makes strides in bridging energy demand gap
Botswana has intensified efforts to make the country self-sufficient and energy secure through bridging the demand gap.
Botswana: Warm Welcome for Mrs Botswana
Serowe — Residents of Serowe braced Saturday (August 5)morning chill to welcome one of their own, Portia Mokgathong who was crowned Mrs Botswana recently. Mokgathong will represent Botswana at the Mrs Universe pageant slated for October 8 in Manila, Philippines.
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Serowe West electorates have been urged to vote for Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) parliamentary candidate, Mr Moemedi Dijeng during the July 8 by-election. Mr Dijeng is contesting alongside Botswana Patriot Front (BPF)’s Mr Onalepelo Kedikilwe, Mr Sibusiso Ngwenya of Botswana Congress Party (BCP) and independent candidate, Mr Kefilwe Koboto.
Botswana: Kwape Extols Momoso Enterprises
Kanye — Dr Lemogang Kwape, Kanye South MP, has lauded Momoso Enterprises for supporting skills development drive. Speaking during a tour of the company's facility on March 6, he said government had prioritised skills development in the national development agenda in order to improve the country's human capital. He, therefore, hailed Momoso Enterprises for imparting specialised skills that fell within the scarce skill cadre to the employed youth.
Botswana: Poverty Eradication Programme Progressing Well
Kanye — Poverty eradication efforts are reported to be bearing fruits in the southern district despite some hiccups.
Botswana: President Masisi Comforts Gaongalelwe Family
Gaborone — President Dr Mokgweetsi Masisi on November 20 visited the Gaongalelwe family to offer prayers and well-wishes following the death of their son Kabo. Dr Masisi said he was saddened by the demise of Kabo, son to Justice Monametsi Gaongalelwe, who is a Court of Appeal judge. He was laid to rest on November 21. The President asked God to give the family the needed peace and strength and expressed the hope that his prayers would comfort and ease the pain of loss.
Botswana: Bedrock Gardens Embodies True Agro-Tourism Character
Thamaga — The owner and managing director of Bedrock Gardens Thamaga, Mr David Nkete has implored Batswana to exploit opportunities presented by agro-tourism to grow the economy. Speaking in an interview on the sidelines of Food Hub launch at the farm in Thamaga on Saturday, he challenged fellow citizens to tap into opportunities presented by agro-tourism to take the country to another level.
Botswana: Moshana Awaits Ecological Park Completion
Moshana — Livelihoods will soon improve in the sleepy village of Moshana in the Southern District should a multifaceted facility dubbed Moshana Ecological Educational Park finish as scheduled. According to some villagers, the park will raise children to be builders instead of beggars. The park that sit on 18 hectares' was funded by Botswana Telecommunications Corporation (BTC) Foundation at the tune of P615 000 and is being developed through Moshana Community Development Trust.
Botswana: Population Increase Drives Food Demand
Mabutsane — Population increase is one of the issues that lead to high demand for food, Minister of Agricultural Development and Food Security, Dr Edwin Dikoloti has said. Speaking during the Vice President's visit to Mabutsane on Friday, he said demand for food resulted in additional use of arable land and water, hence challenging Batswana to step up the gear in food production.
Botswana: Disease Containment to Determine Opening of Economy - VP
Kanye — The Vice President Mr Slumber Tsogwane says easing of movement restrictions and opening the economy is determined by COVID-19 containment and management. Speaking during a visit to Mabutsane on June 26 where he met with COVID-19 team, he said all efforts towards opening of the economy must be under-pinned by the containment and management of the disease.
Botswana: High Demand Sparks Scarcity
Kanye — Vice President Mr Slumber Tsogwane says that the outbreak of coronavirus has led to high demand of medical equipment throughout the world. Speaking during a visit to Kanye on Thursday, Mr Tsogwane said the high demand for medical equipment had triggered shortage of medical equipment because every country was in need of such devices.
Botswana's Response Timely
Charles Hill — The Vice President, Mr Slumber Tsogwane, says Botswana responded at the right time to ensure safety of citizenry during the COVID-19 pandemic era. Speaking during a visit to Charles Hill on June 12, he said Botswana's quick response saved lives that could have otherwise been destryed by the pandemic. He said President Dr Mokgweetsi Masisi swiftly responded to the scourge through powers bestowed on him by the constitution.
Botswana: 'Agro-Tourism Way to Go'
Charles Hill — Minister of Environment, Natural Resources and Tourism Ms Philda Kereng has challenged Batswana to focus on agro tourism to change the country's economic landscape. Speaking during Vice President's meeting with COVID-19 team in Charles Hill on June 12 Ms Kereng said COVID-19 had adversely affected the tourism sector thus calling for the industry to do things in a special way.
Botswana: Duo Pledge to Take Arts to Greater Heights
Kanye — Kanye based Kemodisa Moilwa and Kegomoditswe Mophakedi say the arts have the potential to change the economic landscape of the country. The duo said it was thus imperative to acknowledge the societal value of arts and culture, adding that culture and creativity have been the cement that binds together societies and nations.
Botswana: Association Urges Churches to Adhere to Protocols
Kanye — Kanye ministers' fraternal chairperson Bishop Vivian Masibi has implored churches to adhere to COVID-19 protocol and regulations to ensure safety of congregants. She told BOPA in an interview that though it is imperative to fellowship, adherence to prescribed health precautions remained critical. Bishop Masibi said churches provided spiritual guidance for the nation as well as conducted counselling sessions thus they should be exemplary in the fight against COVID-19.
Botswana: Kalake Laid to Rest
Kanye — Former Member of Parliament for Ngwaketse South, Mr Kebadire Kalake has been laid to rest in his home village of Kanye on April 28. In a send-off ceremony, mourners celebrated the illustrious life of the late hero in all commands and speakers took turns to describe Mr Kalake as humble and a friend to all. Mr Leach Tlhomelang, also former MP, described Mr Kalake as a hero who wanted to make a difference in politics and other spheres of life.
Botswana: Adherence Critical in COVID-19
Kanye — Kanye Administrative Authority (KAA) Acting Deputy District Commissioner, Mr Balume Bulayani has implored the populace to adhere to health prescriptions to help in combating Coronavirus. Mr Bulayani told BOPA in an interview that as a precautionary measure, they had cut the number of people in marriage halls or venues as recommended by government.
Botswana: Masisi Drops in
Mahotshwane — President Dr Mokgweetsi Masisi yesterday touched base with residents of Mahotshwane in Ngwaketse West where he donated food hampers, blankets and goodies to hundreds of children. "I missed you so much, wanted to just meet, greet you eye ball to eye ball and wish you a good year ahead. I'm so pleased to see that you all look well," he said. Dr Masisi took the opportunity to encourage residents to take advantage of the wet weather and produce food for their families.
Botswana: Choir Festivities Promote, Preserve Culture
Mahatelo — TJ choir assistant master Benjamin Kumoto has hailed choir festivities for promoting and preserving culture. Speaking in an interview on the side-lines of choir festivities in Mahatelo lands between Moshupa and Thamaga on new year's day, Kumoto said, choir festivities or dikhwaere as they are popularly known, create a platform to impart culture to the younger generation, noting culture is a mirror and window through which other nations see us.
Botswana: Healthy Workforce Enhances Economy
Kanye — Kanye Summer Games chairperson, Daniel Letshelaphala, has challenged Batswana to engage in physical activities to build a healthy nation. Speaking in an interview during Kanye Summer Games spectacle, he implored Batswana to engage in exercise or any physical activity to keep their bodies fit and prevent unnecessary ailments. He said training would make the work force to be productive, adding that a healthy population would keep the economy vibrant.
Botswana: Moshupa Hospital Construction Starts September
Lotlhakane West — Member of Parliament for the Moshupa-Manyana constituency also Acting Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry, Mr Karabo Gare says the construction of the long awaited Moshupa Hospital will start first week of September, 2019. Mr Gare made the announcement when addressing a kgotla meeting in Lotlhakane West in August 27. He said the construction of the hospital would relief constituents the burden of travelling long distances to seek medical attention in other areas.
Botswana: Masisi Suggests Other Rewards
Mabutsane — Public servants should be rewarded for quality work not only through remuneration but through other means, President Dr Mokgweetsi Masisi has said. Speaking to public servants in Mabutsane on August 20, he said other rewards could be flight tickets and hotel accommodation among others. He expressed appreciation for the role played by public servants in driving the country's economy.
Botswana: So Far So Good for Morupule Wanderers
By Keith Keti Jwaneng — Morupule Wanderers have one leg into the BTC Premiership after clawing way to victory in the first leg of Debswana First Division promotional playoffs in Jwaneng over the weekend. From the first whistle, Jwaneng Fighters and Morupule Wanderers were not giving each other breathing space. Jwaneng Fighters connected neat passes to the excitement of their fans whereas Morupule Wanderers relied on splitting passes.
Botswana: Masisi Challenges Democrats to Shun Selfishness
By Keith Keti Kanye — Politicians must serve the nation and stop being selfish. So said President Dr Mokgweetsi Masisi when addressing the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) Southern District councillors in Kanye on March 29. President Masisi said leaders' focus should be on representing people, developments in their constituencies as well as growing the party. He therefore challenged BDP Southern District councillors to serve the interest of electorate rather than their own.
Botswana: Satellite Schools Help to Promote Access to Education
By Keith KetiKanye — The Ministry of Basic Education is committed to ensuring that all Batswana accessed education to improve their standard and quality of life. In an interview on July 13, Southern region's education director Mr Agrinews Maseko said Satellite schools were part of the ministry's commitment in ensuring that all Batswana accessed education.
Botswana: Masisi Fulfills Promise
By Keith KetiRalekgetho — President Mokgweetsi Masisi Tuesday handed over a P1.5 million multifaceted project to Ralekgetho Primary School courtesy of Kiron Care Association. The project, comprising a state-of-the-art administration block and two classrooms each with a capacity of 46 pupils, is part of government's commitment to enhance the quality of education that would in turn improve the economic landscape of the country.
Botswana: Vice President Masisi Calls for Action Against Street Lights Vandalism
By Keith KetiPitseng — Vice President, also MP for Moshupa/Manyana, Mr Mokgweetsi Masisi has called for stringent bye-laws to protect street-lights against vandalism. Speaking during a kgotla meeting in Pitseng on January 15, Mr Masisi challenged relevant authorities to come up with bye-laws that would protect street-lights and other developments against vandalism. He noted that it was expensive for the government to replace such destroyed property.
Botswana: P4 Million Clinic On Cards - Masisi
By Keith KetiLotlhakane West — Vice President, Mr Mokgweetsi Masisi has assured his constituents that a P4 million-clinic at Lotlhakane West was on the cards. Speaking during a kgotla meeting in Lotlhakane West village yesterday, he said he had solicited a sponsor for the construction of the state-of-the art facility to the tune of P4 million that would ease congestion at the health post as well as relief residents the burden of travelling long distances in search of medical attention.
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