The Monitor

In a move aimed at strengthening women’s participation in Botswana’s economy, First Capital Bank Botswana has reaffirmed its commitment to financial inclusion and enterprise development through its partnership with the Women Evolve 2026 initiative. mmegi.bw/business/first…

"Our father never enjoyed working up a sweat and only exercised for half an hour. He loved ‘Mophine oo Boitsepho,’ a wine that his daughters also adored," his daughter Boikago Mogae said. UPDATE:TSAONE BASIMANEBOTLHE #RIPMOGAE #FestusMogae

#JustIn: Lediketse Motalaote, Batalaote representative from Serowe, requested that the body of former President Festus Mogae be laid facing east, in accordance with their culture, saying failure to do so may result in a lack of rain. UPDATE:TSAONE BASIMANEBOTLHE #RIPMogae

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His Excellency Dr. Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete, reflecting the immense legacy and regional impact of the late statesman. Members of the public are welcome to attend the funeral service at the University of Botswana, with free access granted to all attendees without the need for

Former president Festus Gontebanye Mogae will see heartfelt tributes delivered by a distinguished lineup of speakers, including children representative . Boikaego Mogae, veteran statesman Daniel Kwelagobe, former President Seretse Khama Ian Khama, and former Tanzanian President.

Hospitality outfit Cresta Marakanelo Limited (CML) and the Botsalo-Nsunge family have jointly announced the transition of Cresta Botsalo Hotel to Botsalo Hotel, marking the end of an almost 20-year lease agreement between the two parties. mmegi.bw/business/crest…

Households and businesses are seen to be taking fewer loans in anticipation of a tougher economic environment, with economic data also showing that existing loans are facing mounting arrears. mmegi.bw/business/credi…

The recent visit to Botswana by Rwanda President Paul Kegame has highlighted the need to technocrats to pull up their sleeves and work hard to restore declining trade volumes between the two countries. mmegi.bw/business/botsw…

An official of Chinese technology giant, Huawei, says Botswana has made significant progress in building a resilient digital ecosystem through improved mobile connectivity, expanding broadband access, and increasing adoption of digital services. mmegi.bw/business/huawe…

#JustIn: President Duma Boko has officially declared Friday, 15 May 2026, a public holiday. The day comes after Ascension Day on Thursday, an annual Christian celebration held after Easter

Gaborone United head coach, Sean Connor has admitted that his side survived a major scare against a rejuvenated Township Rollers outfit during a league cup encounter over the weekend. mmegi.bw/sports/gu-keep…

Township Rollers' head coach Tor Thodesen has refused to commit his future to the club, admitting that “good things” still need to happen behind the scenes before he decides whether to remain beyond this season. mmegi.bw/sports/rollers…

#FrontPage this week : Air Botswana's missing millions

#Showtime this week: Psalms' debut short film premieres at Alliance Française

#SportMonitor: Kebinatshipi dominates 45th National Sports Awards

A 22-year-old driver of a Toyota Dyna, commonly known as Matshelonyana, has been charged with causing death by careless driving after a fatal accident that claimed the life of a young woman on Saturday morning. mmegi.bw/news/one-dies-…

Four women have perished following a road traffic accident involving a public transport combi near Sebina junction on Sunday noon. mmegi.bw/news/a3-road-s…

Two young sisters aged eight and 11 have lost their lives in a road accident that occurred on Saturday night near Makoro Gate along the A1 Highway in the outskirts of Palapye. mmegi.bw/news/siblings-…