Climate & Livestock Resilience: New research warns that improved El Niño forecasts won’t protect southern Africa’s poorest pastoral farmers unless they also get practical support like feed, drought insurance, targeted cash and better market access. Anti-Corruption Law Spotlight: Botswana’s “explain your wealth” rule under the Corruption and Economic Crime Act is back in focus, raising fresh questions about rights and the burden of proof. Mining & Governance Questions: Allegations around Minerals and Energy Minister Bogolo Kenewendo—reportedly linked to a DCEC probe—are denied by her office, but the De Beers and Phakalane property questions remain politically charged. Public Service & Regulation: Gaborone’s GUC law graduates are pushing back after a court dismissal, turning a bar-admission fight into a wider test of regulatory power and fairness. Business & State Oversight: The long-running Choppies audit dispute ends with a consent order, with PwC ordered to cover certain plaintiffs’ costs. Transport Policy Fight: BOCTA warns Gaborone’s electric bus plans could displace workers and cut government revenue unless existing operators are protected. Regional Diplomacy: Namibia and Botswana urged to deepen military ties after a joint training exercise in Lobatse. International Partnerships: Botswana’s justice minister praises Chinese firms for technology, skills and jobs, urging local entrepreneurs to partner on joint ventures. Economy & Trade: Botswana’s beef export scramble continues after EU fresh-beef zone authorisations were withdrawn over foot-and-mouth outbreaks, pushing a pivot to new markets. Sports & Events: Botswana’s interest in a joint AFCON 2028 hosting bid with South Africa and Zimbabwe is confirmed as the deadline passes.