Lobatse High Court has dealt a procedural win to former Cabinet Minister and Lobatse Member of Parliament Thapelo Matsheka by dismissing the government’s attempt to compel him to provide additional details about his P5 million damages claim. The ruling, handed down on April 17, 2026, by Judge Reuben Lekorwe, clears the way for Matsheka’s high-profile legal battle against the Attorney General, the Director General of the Directorate of Intelligence and Security Services (DISS), and the...
Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is gearing up for one of its most rigorous oversight cycles to date, signaling a sharper focus on government finances. The committee plans to summon accounting officers more frequently and pursue stronger enforcement tools, including subpoenas, as it tackles years of delayed audits and ongoing financial irregularities within the public service. Parliament has underscored the need for the committee to act with strength and assertiveness in fulfilling its mandate.
Former Lobatse Member of Parliament Thapelo Matsheka has drawn a firm line regarding his political future, unequivocally ruling out any immediate return to frontline politics. This stance comes amid rising tensions and internal power struggles within the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) over who should lead the party into the crucial 2029 general election. Matsheka insists that he will not accept or pursue any political position until he has fully cleared his name in a highly...
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) is set to announce within the next month whether former President Ian Khama will be permitted to pursue a private prosecution against individuals linked to the now-defunct Butterfly case. This development comes after the collapse of the state’s original claim, which alleged that P100 billion had been looted from the Bank of Botswana. Despite a lack of evidence backing those accusations, the legal battle presses on as Khama seeks...
The Botswana Congress Party (BCP) has boldly declared its intention to unseat the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) and clinch state power in the 2029 general election. This declaration came from Dr. Unity Dow, the BCP’s vice president candidate, during the launch of her lobby list in Gaborone. Her message was clear: the incoming BCP central committee is poised to lead the party to victory, marking a historic realignment in Botswana’s political order.
The Botswana Council of Non-Governmental Organizations (BOCONGO) has voiced serious reservations about the proposed Constitutional Court bill, cautioning that it appears to be largely a “copy-and-paste” from South Africa’s constitution. As the umbrella body representing NGOs across the country, BOCONGO emphasized the need for a thorough public understanding of the bill. Citizens must be well-informed to decide whether this legislation should become law. The bill is expected to ignite a fierce referendum campaign, with government...
The lively city of Gaborone buzzed with energy as nearly 2,000 children gathered at the iconic Three Dikgosi Monument for the Absa Summer Kids Marathon. This eagerly awaited event has quickly become one of Botswana’s premier youth sporting highlights, showcasing not only a passion for athletics but also a deepening dedication to children’s health and community spirit. Set in the heart of the Central Business District, the marathon welcomed participants ranging from two to sixteen...
A legal storm is brewing, and at the eye of it is Bakang Seretse, a businessman entangled in what could become one of the most explosive constitutional challenges the country has seen in recent years. His legal team has launched a fierce attack on the prosecution, arguing that the case against him is not only outdated but also fundamentally flawed in law. Their bold claim: the case is “unconstitutional, invalid and dead on arrival.” This...
The government has unveiled a revamped public works initiative, promising increased wages and a shift from short-term relief efforts toward long-term economic empowerment. The newly introduced Ikageng Public Works Programme (IPWP), overseen by the Ministry of Local Government and Traditional Affairs, was launched this month. It is set to begin phased payments of P2,500 to beneficiaries. Concurrently, the ministry is developing a centralized database to prevent overlap between recipients of the Ikageng programme and the...
A fresh legal battle has erupted over control of the Public Service Bargaining Council (PSBC), as the National Amalgamated Local and Central Government and Parastatal Workers Union returns to the Maun High Court in an effort to dismantle the council’s current leadership and overturn key decisions made in January. Court documents obtained by WeekendPost reveal that the union filed a Notice of Motion dated April 8, 2026, naming the Attorney General of Botswana and several...
