Botswana, once hailed as a beacon of stability and prosperity in Southern Africa, now finds itself grappling with a stark public health emergency that has thrust the nation into crisis. Barely two years after a historic election ended over five decades of one-party dominance by the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), the newly elected government led by President Duma Boko and the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) coalition faces an urgent and multifaceted challenge. This crisis...
Technology is no longer just about isolated breakthroughs. A seismic shift is underway, one that is quietly but radically rewriting the rules of competition and innovation. The World Economic Forum’s latest report, released in April 2026, reveals that the next frontier of competitive advantage is not about owning a single advanced technology but mastering the art of combining and scaling multiple technologies across entire ecosystems. This new logic of technology convergence is already transforming industries...
Inflation is poised to surpass the Bank of Botswana’s upper threshold of 6 percent by June 2026, driven by rising prices across key sectors, according to recent data and expert analysis. An examination of newly released figures by the Weekend Post reveals that inflation averaged 4.1 percent in the first quarter of 2026, up from 2.7 percent during the same period in 2025. This 1.4 percentage point increase reflects growing cost pressures in transport, food...
From 1 April 2026, eligible Showmax subscribers will get trial access to DStv Stream Compact, with the option to continue at BWP80 per month. At a glance: Showmax Originals move to DStv Stream, bringing streaming, live TV and sport together in one app DStv Compact, Compact Plus and Premium customers already have access to thousands of hours of Showmax Originals on DStv Stream Showmax subscribers to get trial access to DStv Stream Compact until end May...
Vows to Tackle GBV and Youth Unemployment The Minister of Youth and Gender Affairs, Honourable Lesego Chombo, on Monday presented sweeping budget proposals totalling over P691 million to the Committee of Supply, outlining an ambitious agenda anchored on combating gender-based violence, empowering women economically, and transforming opportunities for Botswana’s youth. Addressing the Committee under Organisation 2200, Minister Chombo requested P686,649,970.00 for recurrent expenditure and P5,000,000 for development purposes for the 2026/2027 financial year, a budget...
The government has quietly suspended the deportation of illegal immigrants, primarily from neighboring Zimbabwe, a move driven by a deepening financial crisis that has strained state resources. The Ministry of Home Affairs, responsible for this decision, has halted what had been a costly operation draining nearly P5 million monthly from the national coffers. Information obtained by this publication reveals that the Department of Immigration and Citizenship, operating under the Ministry of Labour and Home Affairs,...
The Ombudsman’s Office has acknowledged receipt of a report accusing the Ministry of Health of dispensing counterfeit and potentially lethal medications to children and other patients. These allegations were brought to light in Parliament by Assistant Minister of Local Government and Traditional Affairs, Ignatius Moswaane. The matter is presently undergoing a preliminary assessment to establish whether it falls within the Ombudsman’s jurisdiction. Speaking in Parliament last week, Moswaane asserted that children were administered flu and...
As Botswana’s economy falters, the long-standing expectation that men must serve as providers is colliding head-on with unforgiving economic realities. Rising unemployment, underemployment, and dwindling incomes have rendered many men financially incapacitated and socially burdened. Experts warn that this mounting pressure is fueling toxic masculinity, intensifying gender-based violence, and exacerbating mental health challenges. With the global demand for diamonds, the cornerstone of Botswana’s economy;waning, coupled with soaring unemployment, government budget constraints, and persistent inflation, countless...
Charges Mzwinila with corruption, money laundering, possession of unexplained assets The Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has formally advanced its case concerning the assets held by Dr. Kefentse Mzwinila, former Minister of Lands and Water Affairs. Pursuant to Sections 35 and 37 of the Proceeds and Instruments of Crime Act, the DPP seeks a restraining order on the grounds that Dr. Mzwinila and his spouse must provide a comprehensive account for their acquisition of...
– Party veterans see Masisi as vital to reviving the BDP – They say his experience and profile could unify the party – Claim Mpho Balopi’s weaknesses raise worries for 2029 – Masisi may be asked but likely to decline, favors statesman role – If he refuses, two ex-ministers and Letsholo are next picks Behind the scenes of Botswana’s political arena, a quiet yet determined movement is taking shape within the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP)....
