NEW: Former minister Mutezo gets Supreme Court reprieve in farm compensation dispute

Online Reporter THE Supreme Court has given Fernicary Farm (trading as Rutendo Farm) — owned by former minister Engineer Munacho Mutezo — a reprieve after it reinstated its appeal against a High Court ruling which awarded Des Monies Farm (Pvt) Ltd...

KING BESTOWED WITH PRESIDENTIAL AWARD

Maseru, Oct.24 — In a hall full of dignitaries from inside and outside Lesotho, government ministers, senior government officials and Basotho well wishers, the Head of State His Majesty King Letsie III was bestowed with a prestigious award by...

President Zandile Dubula is illiterate

Zandile Dubula desperately tried to hide her ignorance when asked to define "Frontline States." In such moments, it is better to admit, "I don't know," than to force a glaringly wrong answer. Her response was painful. On camera, she stammered:...

BYU hosts international symposium to address global religious freedom challenges

24 Oct 2025, 11:45 a.m. MDT Your browser does not support the audio element. Play audio Listen to this Article Audio quality:| Skip back 15 seconds Play audio Skip forward 15 seconds Decrease playback rate 1.0x Increase playback rate 00:00/00:00...

AU observers land in Dar to oversee democratic, transparent elections

DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA has welcomed a team of the African Union (AU) observers coming to ensure the country’s implementation of democratic principles of justice, transparency, and freedom in the General Elections. The Minister for Foreign Affairs...

Botswana and one other: De Beers’ race heats up

Renowned diamond industry expert, Sheila Khama, says Angola’s proposal for a regional partnership to takeover De Beers, is not advisable. “The idea’s pan-African undertones may resonate with some but is easier said than done,” she wrote in an...

How international students keep their culture alive on campus

Students bridging multiple worlds and staying connected to their roots in a new country INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS SHARE HOW THEY STAY CONNECTED TO THEIR ROOTS NAWFAL EMAD/ ARGOSY Being far from home does not mean letting go of your culture the moment...

Botswana moves closer to ratifying key human rights covenants

Speaking on Friday at the closing ceremony of a national consultation workshop held in Gaborone, Acting Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Justice and Correctional Services, Moffat Lubinda, confirmed that the country is advancing efforts to...

We want to come home: Zimbabweans in South Africa react to President Mnangagwa’s term extension

News that Zimbabwe’s ruling Zanu PF party wants to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term of office to 2030 has drawn mixed reactions from Zimbabweans living in South Africa. Many say the move reflects the deepening political stagnation that...

Government of Botswana and De Beers Group announce first cohort of graduates for International Graduate Development Programme

22nd October 2025 By Ruth Faulkner The Government of the Republic of Botswana and De Beers Group have announced the first cohort of graduates selected for their new International Graduate Development Programme (IGDP), officially marking the start...

Air Botswana confirms GM exit

The newly appointed executive board suspended Rasebotsa back in June this year. She was placed on administrative leave for 30 days, which was then extended. The troubled GM was later suspended, allegedly on issues of maladministration and...

Alternative investments in Botswana: Building a future beyond tradition

Botswana institutional investors are regulated by NBFIRA and deploy investments within the limits on Pension Fund Rules 2 (PFR2). The updated rules introduce new allocation limits and timelines for repatriating offshore funds. The initial PFR2...

Botswana calls to seize mining opportunities, diversify economy

Botswana's Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Noah Salakae speaks at the opening of the Botswana Mining Show in Gaborone, Botswana, Oct 21, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua] GABORONE - The government of Botswana and financial institutions on Tuesday...

Young karateka shines at international championship

IN AN INSPIRING display of talent and determination, seven year old Liyana Bakiam Pillay emerged victorious at the Gabs Open International Karate Tournament, scooping gold and bronze medals. The tournament was recently held in Gaborone, Botswana....

Botswana President seeks investment opportunities in Oman

President Duma Gideon Boko of the Republic of Botswana has explored investment opportunities during his visit to Oman Investment Authority (OIA), as part of his visit to the Sultanate of Oman. The Botswana’s President was provided an overview of...

Botswana calls for youth, local communities to seize mining opportunities, diversify economy

GABORONE, Oct. 21 (Xinhua) -- The government of Botswana and financial institutions on Tuesday called on the country's youth and local communities to actively pursue partnerships and financing opportunities to participate in the mining sector and...

Femi Falana: INEC chair position should be advertised to strengthen election umpire

Femi Falana, a senior advocate of Nigeria (SAN), says the position of the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) should be advertised for competent members of the public to apply. This, he said, will guarantee the...

Botswana to open embassy in Oman to strengthen bilateral ties

Muscat – President Duma Boko of the Republic of Botswana has announced his country’s plan to open an embassy in Oman soon, underscoring growing cooperation between the two nations. The announcement was made during President Boko’s visit on Tuesday...

Botswana eyes energy and mining deals with Oman

MUSCAT: President Duma Gideon Boko of the Republic of Botswana visited the Oman Investment Authority (OIA) on Tuesday to explore new investment partnerships as part of his official visit to the Sultanate of Oman. President Boko was welcomed by...

Advertise INEC Vacancies Like Lesotho, Botswana – Falana Tells FG

Senior Advocate of Nigeria Femi Falana has called for a more independent method in the selection process for the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics...