Regional drug barons invade Botswana
Despite intensified efforts to stem the tide of drugs surging into the country; international drug barons reportedly continue to target Botswana.…
Ronnie ft. Joss Stone – The Rain Song
I will always regret not attending Joss Stone’s concert in Gaborone back in 2015 when the gorgeous English soul singer,…
Botswana was democratic even before independence
Botswana is often cited as a shining example of democracy not just for Africa but by any standards. What many…
Kgotla system – a foundation for democratic governance
The Assistant Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Ms Botlogile Tshireletso (pictured below) says Botswana continues to celebrate the Kgotla…
Botswana in 60 seconds
This week when we stumbled across this cute Rhino Africa video, we just had to share it with you all.…
A.T.I – Khiring Khorong Feat. Yung Amazing x Legacy
This week we bring you a catchy tune titled “khiring khorong” by popular young musician, A.T.I. Sadly, a video’s yet…
Government approves Botswana minimum wage hike for 2017/18
The Botswana government this week released a notice confirming that it has approved a 6% hike of the minimum wage…
Lyrics to Vee’s latest track, “Wa ba a tsile” split opinions
Vee Mampeezy, undoubtedly one of Botswana’s most popular and easily recognisable artistes, has recently dropped a tune titled “Wa ba…
Victory for Botswana transgenders
In a landmark victory for Botswana’s transgender community, Justice Nthomiwa of Lobatse High Court this week ordered that a transgender…
“Lesedi la Rona” – biggest diamond for a century sells for $53 million
Lucara’s diamond, dubbed “Lesedi la Rona,” has sold for $53 million. Weighing in at 1,109 carats, The Lesedi La Rona,…
Lobatse Leather Park to create 10,000 jobs
The multi-million-pula Lobatse leather industry park project is expected to create at least 10,000 jobs upon commencement of its operations…
Botswana changes its law to have first option to buy big or unusual diamonds
Botswana is amending its law to give the government the first option to buy diamonds that are unusually large or…
New Botswana Science & Technology Park takes shape
The project through which the Botswana government is developing a Science and Technology Park is reportedly taking shape. Once officially…
Bahurutshe Cultural Lodge – a glimpse into the Setswana culture
Often, visitors to Gaborone are at a loss as to what to do because quite simply put, the city cannot…
Motswana’s art piece among “7 best artworks on offer at expo Chicago fair 2017”
Botswana’s own artist, Meleko Mokgosi (pictured below) is making waves at the ongoing sixth edition of the Expo Chicago fair.…
Construction of P309 million Shakawe hospital underway
President Lt Gen. Dr Seretse Khama Ian Khama recently launched the 309 million Pula 70-bed Shakawe Primary Hospital project.…
Progress on the procurement of Gaborone city interchanges
Thirteen companies have shown interest in constructing three interchanges in the capital City, Gaborone. Eight of the companies are…
The nation mourns Morake
Botswana’s former Education Minister, Kebatlamang Morake has died. Morake, who also served in various ministries and at one point acted…
Sleek Foods wins tender to supply KFC
Local Company, Sleek Foods has won a tender to supply giant fast food franchise, Kentucky Fried Chicken-KFC with locally produced…
10 amazing facts about hippos
Hippos often get a bad rep because let’s face it; they are known for being extremely foul tempered. What’s worse,…
Mophato Dance Theatre performance dazzles New York, Financial Times rates it 5 stars!
Each year, Battery Dance, an American cultural ambassador as well as dance ensemble, travels to countries underserved by modern dance,…
Seileng by Han C – another catchy offering from Botswana
This week, we bring you yet another great track straight out of Botswana. Released on June 19, this tune recently…
Timeline of the Isaac Makwala controversy at the 2017 World Athletics Championships
This year has proven very eventful for Botswana’s athletes as they continued to surprise, delight and impress us all with amazing…
Botswana transgender seeks legal recognition as female following gender re-assignment
In a case that could force Botswana’s conservative society to address the rights of the gay, lesbian and transgender…
Amantle Brown – Follo Ft. Juju Boy: Pure, unadulterated ear candy
For years and years Botswana had no music industry to speak of, as we relied on beats coming out of…
Dros RiverWalk – A Review
Dros, as described on their website, is a family-friendly restaurant chain with a rustic feel, a South African wine cellar…