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Rising Import Bill Exposes Botswana’s Food Vulnerability
Despite strong local sorghum output, Botswana continues to rely heavily on imported cereals as producers call for policy reforms GAZETTE REPORTER Botswana’s latest Food and Beverages Import report shows that the country’s food and beverages import bill reached P1.2 billion in August, with cereals dominating the list. According to Statistics Botswana, other maize…
Rotting Produce Pushes Tuli Block Farmers Into Crisis
Commercial farmers say millions have been lost as vegetables rot unsold, citing poor implementation of an otherwise good policy, government inefficiencies in stakeholder engagement, and a declining local consumption pattern driven by economic challenges, despite acknowledging the importance of government import restrictions GAZETTE REPORTER Tuli Block farmers are facing heavy financial losses as…
BHC Targets Growth in Housing Demand
BHC reports stronger rental revenue and expanding urban demand, while its confidence in digital upgrades and construction technologies contrasts with concerns about rising reliance on rentals as the main income stream GAZETTE REPORTER Botswana Housing Corporation (BHC) says it is positioned to take advantage of rising housing demand, particularly in urban and semi-urban…
Gaolathe Sets Out Transformation Plan
He outlines government’s BETP agenda, presenting it as a shift toward delivery. While officials highlight revived projects and investor interest, the programme’s reliance on reforms and coordinated execution has prompted concerns about implementation capacity GAZETTE REPORTER Botswana’s Vice President and Minister of Finance, Ndaba Gaolathe, has outlined what he called “a new economic…
BoB Raises Rate, Holds Lending Steady
The Bank of Botswana (BoB) has raised its policy rate to 3.5% but instructed commercial banks not to raise lending rates because the central bank is keen to strengthen liquidity management and preserve foreign reserves amid rising inflation and slowing economic growth GAZETTE REPORTER Following its meeting on 30 October 2025, the Bank…
Turnstar Half-Year Results Show Modest Growth
The multinational property investment group behind Gaborone’s Game City Mall has credited stable tenant occupancy across Botswana and Tanzania for the slight growth GAZETTE REPORTER Turnstar Holdings Limited has reported a slight 0.6 percent rise in rental income to P174.0 million for the half year ended 31 July 2025, from P173.0 million in…
Exports Decline Sharply
Diamond exports came crashing down by a massive 43.9% in August, bringing down total export volumes with them to register a balance of trade deficit of P1.5bn GAZETTE REPORTER Botswana’s exports declined by 31.8 percent from a revised P7.4 billion in July to P5.1 billion in August 2025. According to the latest…
FNBB Tops BSE Trading
Equity market turnover surges over 400% as trading activity intensifies GAZETTE REPORTER First National Bank Botswana (FNBB) emerged as the most traded stock on the Botswana Stock Exchange (BSE) between January and September 2025, recording a turnover of P912.2 million. According to the latest BSE market performance report, Sefalana followed with P591.5…
Sharp Decline In Mining Output
After modest growth of 3.2% in 2023, Botswana’s economy contracted by 3% in 2024 as the diamond sector continued to battle “strong headwinds” GAZETTE REPORTER Botswana’s growth has contracted sharply and fiscal pressures are mounting primarily due to faltering diamond exports, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned. Following modest growth of 3.2 percent in…
Lifestyle News
GBV Survivor’s Voice Shakes The Great Debate
At the Great Debate on patriarchy and GBV, activist and survivor Kemmy Mpinang delivered a searing testimony that challenged Botswana to confront the systems that fail victims and the courage it takes to rise again GOSEGO MOTSUMI The room fell still at the Great Debate themed From Blame to Accountability: The Patriarchy &…
Inimba Gets the Nod for Season 2
Mzansi Magic’s breakout telenovela Inimba secures a second season after a blockbuster debut that kept viewers hooked and timelines buzzing throughout 2025 GAZETTE REPORTER Mzansi Magic has officially renewed its hit telenovela Inimba for a second season, cementing its place as one of the most gripping and culturally resonant shows of 2025. Since…
BK Proctor Launches Nationwide Tour
A 12-day mobile fashion tour aims to improve access, affordability, and community connection for customers across Botswana GAZETTE REPORTER Collections by BK Proctor has launched a 12-day nationwide tour aimed at bringing its clothing directly to customers across Botswana. The “Express Yourself Year-End Tour,” which begins on 12 December in Jwaneng, will run until 1…
District To Dish At Mahogany
Avani Resort’s Mahogany Restaurant unveiled a boundary-pushing menu that transforms Botswana’s diverse culinary heritage into a modern dining adventure GOSEGO MOTSUMI Avani Resort’s Mahogany Restaurant hosted an intimate culinary evening that invited diners to explore Botswana through flavour, artistry and reinvention. The night marked the reopening of Avani’s kitchen after extensive renovations and…
Destination Manong Spreads Festive Cheer
Manong Game Lodge blends festive generosity, wildlife wonder and bold ambition as it reaches out to Gopong Primary School while redefining itself as a destination of choice GOSEGO MOTSUMI Just outside Lobatse, Manong Game Lodge turned last week into a celebration of kindness when it shared Christmas cheer with the children of Gopong…
Stars Align for Mophato’s Dazzling Night
A powerful collaboration between Mophato Dance Theatre, Hi-Notes and the University of Botswana turned three December nights into a celebration of artistic unity, heritage and Botswana’s creative future GAZETTE REPORTER Mophato Dance Theatre returned home with renewed energy and artistic fire, transforming the Old Student Centre at the University of Botswana into a…
Men Too Experience Menopause
A medical professional confirmed that men also experience menopause and highlighted how lifestyle changes can support hormonal transitions for both men and women GOSEGO MOTSUMI At the first Tea Lovers Club wellness session themed “Glow Through What You Go Through – Perimenopause and Menopause” at Protea Hotel Masa Square, guests were left both…
Just Kidding Goes Beyond Radio
Yarona FM brings its beloved “Just Kidding” radio segment to life with a family festival celebrating play, creativity, and young talent GAZETTE REPORTER Yarona FM is turning family fun up a notch with the first-ever Just Kidding Fam Fest, set for 6 December 2025 at Ba Isago Gardens in Gaborone. Hosted by the…
Sports News
Zebras Rally for Continental Football Respect
A wave of emotion and national pride defined Botswana’s football team send-off, as leaders called on the Zebras to honour past heroes, inspire a nation, and assert themselves on Africa’s biggest stage TLOTLO KEBINAKGABO Botswana’s national senior men’s football team, the Zebras, departed for Morocco amid stirring calls for pride, unity and legacy…
PASSOBO Championships Marked Triumphant Return
PASSOBO’s long-awaited national championships returned after a decade, showcasing elite para-sport talent and setting the stage for regional expansion TLOTLO KEBINAKGABO After a 10-year hiatus, the Paralympic Association of Botswana (PASSOBO) successfully hosted the Paralympics National Championships from 3 to 5 December 2025. The three-day event brought together clubs from across the country…
Ntesang Takes Charge Of Botswana Cricket
TLOTLO KEBINAKGABO In a telephone interview that felt less like a formal media engagement and more like a window into a restless, reform-minded leadership, Tebogo Gerda Ntesang spoke with the urgency of someone stepping into both history and uncertainty. As the first Motswana and first woman to lead the Botswana Cricket Association (BCA), she…
Tebogo’s House Handover Celebrates Olympic Glory
Botswana honours sprint sensation Letsile Tebogo with a new home, celebrating his historic Olympic achievement and reaffirming national commitment to athlete recognition GAZETTE REPORTER Botswana on Tuesday celebrated Olympic hero Letsile Tebogo with the handover of a newly built three-bedroom house with a free-standing garage, in recognition of his remarkable performance at the…
Babitseng Rallies Fans Behind All Kasi
BFA launches replica drive to fund Zebras’ AFCON campaign and player incentives through nationwide fan participation. GAZETTE REPORTER Botswana Football Association (BFA) President Tariq Babitseng has urged Batswana to rally behind the national team by purchasing the official replica kit branded All Kasi, with proceeds earmarked for player incentives ahead of AFCON 2025.…
Modipane Hosts High-Stakes Int’l Cross Country
The third edition of the Botswana International Cross Country promises thrilling competition as athletes chase World Athletics qualifying points GAZETTE REPORTER The Golden Door Sports Agency Botswana International Cross Country will take centre stage on 13 December at the Glody Dube International School and Sports Academy in Modipane, marking its debut as a…
BOTASH Boosts Chess Development Drive
GAZETTE REPORTER The Botswana Chess Federation (BCF) successfully hosted the 2025 BOTASH Open Chess Championships from 28–30 November, thanks to a sponsorship from Botswana Ash (BOTASH). The company supported the event to the tune of P90,000, marking a P3,000 increase from last year’s P87,000 contribution. The tournament continues to attract top talent, with…
PASSOBO Revives National Paralympic Games
After nearly a decade, Botswana hosts the National Paralympic Games in Jwaneng, with support from Debswana, the government, and local authorities. The event aims to uncover new talent for national development GAZETTE REPORTER Botswana’s Paralympic Association (PASSOBO) is set to host the National Paralympic Games from December 3 to 5 in Jwaneng, marking…