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BERA announces decreases in petrol prices

 Own Correspondent  20th December 2023  Botswana Energy Regulatory Authority (BERA)...

‘Bank of Botswana launches refurbished headquarters’

Bank of Botswana officially opened its refurbished headquarters...

‘Budget Speech loaded with optimism but scant details’

Vice President and Finance Minister Ndaba Gaolathe used his maiden budget presentation to reaffirm the newly elected Umbrella for Democratic Change(UDC) Government’s commitment to earning the trust and faith of Batswana in public office bearers.

‘Budget Speech loaded with optimism but scant details’

Vice President and Finance Minister Ndaba Gaolathe used his maiden budget presentation to reaffirm the newly elected Umbrella for Democratic Change(UDC) Government’s commitment to earning the trust and faith of Batswana in public office bearers.

‘Mokgware implores big business to pay P4,000 minimum wage’

The Minister of Labour and Home Affairs Pius Mokgware said there is no reason that companies earning profits in excess of P500million annually could not pay a minimum wage of P4,000 monthly.

Coach Justice Dipeba, known as Coach “JD” inspires Athletics revolution

He was sitting under a tree shade when the asked to fill in for a missing relay runner and stunned the school coach. That fateful afternoon, the seeds were sown that would provide shelter for numerous athletes that he would guide to the global stage and contribute to Botswana’s sprinting revolution and global impact. 

Botswana Post launches Post for Health initiative

Botswana Post has launched the innovative Post4Health initiative ensuring that essential medicines, vaccines, and medical supplies reach all corners of the country—particularly our most underserved communities officials have revealed. 

MONICAH MPEDI: Breaking barriers as Botswana’s First Female International Kettlebell Trainer

Botswana has a new trailblazer in the fitness world. Monicah Mpedi has achieved a monumental milestone by becoming the first Motswana woman to earn international certification as a Kettlebell Trainer under the prestigious International Kettlebell Fitness Federation (IKFF).

Bank of Botswana revises Currency Basket

The Bank of Botswana has announced the revision of the prevailing Pula currency basket weights of 45% for the South African rand and 55% for the Special Drawing Right (SDR) comprising the US dollar, Euro, British Pound, Japanese Yen and Chinese Renminbi.

‘Rich nurtures his athletic talent despite facing prejudice and challenges’

December 3rd marked International Day for People with Disabilities. The topic about physical ‘disabilities’ is contentious and the contention begins with description of the word itself, ‘disability’.

BONGWE INVESTMENTS HANDS OVER SADC HEADQUARTERS  

The Chairman of SADC and President of Zimbabwe, His Excellency Dr Emmerson Mnangagwa, received the SADC headquarters building from Bongwe Investments on behalf of the SADC secretariat in Gaborone, Botswana. He also received 19 hectares of land from the Botswana government, for the building of other SADC building infrastructure.

ABSA BANK HOSTS ENTREPRENEURSHIP WORKSHOP 

ABSA hosted a “Women’s Entrepreneurship” workshop at “Travel Lodge” in Block 8, Gaborone, Botswana, designed to assist entrepreneurs to improve their skills in business in order to bolster their financial assets and profitability.

Fairscape Carols by Candlelight 2024: A Celebration of Unity, Generosity, and Hope

The Annual Fairscape Carols by Candlelight event, held at the Fairscape Precinct, , brought together Fairscape tenants, corporate partners, and guests to celebrate the festive season with a spirit of unity and giving. The event, now in its 6th instalment, was marked by the warmth of community, the beauty of song, and a strong call to action for social responsibility.