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The Tswana Times The Tswana Times offers breaking news and a wealth of information on Botswana. It also provides up-to-date, in-depth accurate information and analysis.

As the name of this online newspaper suggests, it offers breaking news and a wealth of information on Botswana. www.thetswanatimes.co.bw aspires to be a one-stop reference point on Botswana that will serve both local and international audiences. It reaches an international audience interested in events taking place in Botswana, by carrying local stories, business, features, travel, sports and more. To meet public demand for real-time news, it will provide news flashes which are updated as each story develops. Taking full advantage of the unlimited space available on the Web, The Tswana Times will also provide featured articles as well as special coverage that may not otherwise appear in the printed edition of competing newspaper. A picture often says more than words can ever tell. The Tswana Times photo gallery will unveil telling visuals of great human interest as well as journalistic and artistic shots that may not make it into printed edition of competing printing newspapers due to space restraints. Visitors will be able to browse selected photos for viewing or purchase. The Tswana Times is designed to become an important reference for those looking for complete and accurate information on Botswana. Researchers and Batswana in the diaspora as well as tourists looking to visit Botswana will benefit greatly from this facility, which no other online media in Botswana offers.

BICA hosts global conference extolling thriving in disruptionKutlo Motseta14th August 2026The Botswana Institute of Char...
24/08/2026

BICA hosts global conference extolling thriving in disruption

Kutlo Motseta

14th August 2026

The Botswana Institute of Charted Accountants (BICA) held its ‘BICA International Conference and Dinner Dance 2026’ at the Royal Aria Stadium in Tlokweng.

It was themed “Beyond Disruption: Thriving in a Volatile Global Economy” and featured guest of honour – Deputy Governor Dr Kealeboga S. Masalila – business leaders, academia, policymakers, regulators, professionals and other stake holders.

https://thetswanatimes.co.bw/bica-hosts-global-conference-extolling-thriving-in-disruption/

EU supports renewable energy development in Botswana6th August 2026Own CorrespondentEuropean Union officials described t...
11/08/2026

EU supports renewable energy development in Botswana

6th August 2026

Own Correspondent

European Union officials described the launch of ASPIRE as symbolic of its concrete manifestation of its strong and enduring partnership with Botswana — a relationship grounded in shared principles of sustainable development, inclusive economic growth, good governance, and regional cooperation.

Petra Pereyra, Ambassador and Head of the Delegation of the European Union to Botswana and the Southern Africa Development Community(SADC), said “Together, we are supporting Botswana’s long-term development ambitions and working towards a more resilient economy — one that creates opportunities, strengthens institutions, responds to climate change, and improves quality of 3 life for all Batswana. The European Union is proud to count Botswana as a trusted partner and a valued friend, and we look forward to continuing this shared journey in the years ahead.”

https://thetswanatimes.co.bw/eu-supports-renewable-energy-development-in-botswana/

WUC announces water tariff cutsKutlo Motseta6th August 2026Water Utilities Corporation has announced a 30% reduction in ...
11/08/2026

WUC announces water tariff cuts

Kutlo Motseta

6th August 2026

Water Utilities Corporation has announced a 30% reduction in water tariffs Thursday, at a press conference discussing its financial results.

“At Water Utilities Corporation, our responsibility is therefore not simply to provide water and sanitation services, but to ensure that these services are sustainable, reliable, equitable and affordable. And pursuant to the latter the Corporation successfully implemented government aspiration to make water even more affordable by sustainably reducing tariff by 30%,” said Gaselemogwe Senai, Chief Executive Officer of Water Utilities Corporation(WUC).

https://thetswanatimes.co.bw/wuc-announces-water-tariff-cuts/

BPOPF assets grow 10% over last financial year3rd August 2026The Botswana Public Officers Pension Fund assets grew by 10...
04/08/2026

BPOPF assets grow 10% over last financial year

3rd August 2026

The Botswana Public Officers Pension Fund assets grew by 10%, increasing from P116.506 billion in 2025 to P128.337 billion in 2026.

The Fund contends it has maintained a stable and strong financial health, underpinned by prudent investment, prudent governance and rigorous risk management.

https://thetswanatimes.co.bw/bpopf-assets-grow-10-over-last-financial-year/

BOTSWANA POST introduces Postal Parcel InsuranceKutlo Motseta30th July 2026Botswana Post has launched Postal Parcel Insu...
31/07/2026

BOTSWANA POST introduces Postal Parcel Insurance

Kutlo Motseta

30th July 2026

Botswana Post has launched Postal Parcel Insurance to protect its customers against financial loss in the event of theft or accidentally damaged parcels. The project was developed by its subsidiary PosoInsure in partnership with InsureGuard.

Customers will be able to insure parcels valued up to P30 000 with a 3% charge on the value of the parcel. The insurance cover includes 96 hours of temporary storage during transit. Quotations for higher valued items will be available upon request.

https://thetswanatimes.co.bw/botswana-post-introduces-postal-parcel-insurance/

BOTS hosts 3X3 INTERNATIONAL BASKETBALL TOURNAMENTKutlo Motseta22nd July 2026The President of the Botswana Basketball As...
30/07/2026

BOTS hosts 3X3 INTERNATIONAL BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

Kutlo Motseta

22nd July 2026

The President of the Botswana Basketball Association (BBA), Mothusi Thipe has expressed his joy over Botswana’s progress in recent years and is upbeat about the future of the game at grass roots level as the FIBA 3×3 Nations League tournament unfolds at the Royal Aria Stadium in Tlokweng.

Five countries are represented in the tournament, namely, Algeria, Angola, Botswana, Egypt, and Madagascar.

https://thetswanatimes.co.bw/bots-hosts-3x3-international-basketball-tournament/

‘Bolele helped to demystify the much maligned revenue collector’30th June 2026Own CorrespondentMable Bolele who is best ...
30/07/2026

‘Bolele helped to demystify the much maligned revenue collector’

30th June 2026

Own Correspondent

Mable Bolele who is best remembered amongst colleagues in the media for her feat as the 2024 Africa Public Sector Award winner for Woman of the Year in Communications and promoting the profile of Botswana Unified Revenue Service(BURS) retired with little fanfare end of June.

Bolele who is recognized for her expertise in developing and executing strategic communication plans achieved considerable success working to raise the profile of the revenue collector and encouraging reluctant small business owners to pay their taxes. She however shows no signs of wanting to slow down.

https://thetswanatimes.co.bw/bolele-helped-to-demystify-the-much-maligned-revenue-collector/

‘BURS CG champions amended Tax Laws’9th July 2026Own CorrespondentBotswana Unified Revenue Services(BURS) have revealed ...
14/07/2026

‘BURS CG champions amended Tax Laws’

9th July 2026

Own Correspondent

Botswana Unified Revenue Services(BURS) have revealed that the Value Added Tax Act, Income Tax Act and Tax Administration Act was designed to harmonize administrative and procedural rules for Income Tax and Value Added Tax Acts, simplify existing regulatory requirements and promote voluntary compliance and enhance clarity of the law.

Introducing a binding tax ruling system, registration Tax Agents, a Tax Tribunal, voluntary disclosure and the harmonization of record keeping to 8 years – VAT and Income Tax.

https://thetswanatimes.co.bw/burs-cg-champions-amended-tax-laws/

Celebrating Local Business Leaders12th JULY 2026Own CorrespondentWe are producing and sharing The Local Enterpreneur to ...
14/07/2026

Celebrating Local Business Leaders

12th JULY 2026

Own Correspondent

We are producing and sharing The Local Enterpreneur to celebrate the individual ingenuity of a myriad of innovative indigenous business leaders in challenging market conditions.

They are largely unseen and unheralded. When critics say Batswana are lazy and make poor quality products and services – tell them about these local champions of economic development.

Tell them about the story of Matilda Mpai of Divine Morula, who manufactures natural body products like oil lip balm as well as hand and body lotion from Morula people typically discard.

Tell them about the story of Didintle Moreki, who manufacturers organic chemical free skincare products from Mowana and Moringa plants.

https://thetswanatimes.co.bw/celebrating-local-business-leaders/

BOTSWANA OIL LIMIITED – A PILLAR OF BOTSWANA’S ECONOMY OPENS ITS DOORSKutlo Motseta7th JULY 2026Botswana Oil Limited (BO...
14/07/2026

BOTSWANA OIL LIMIITED – A PILLAR OF BOTSWANA’S ECONOMY OPENS ITS DOORS

Kutlo Motseta

7th JULY 2026

Botswana Oil Limited (BOL) opened its doors to the media to share it operations and new developments as seeks to increase its storage capacity for first time since the first facility was built in 1979.

“Today’s event marks out commitment to openness, transparency on mattes of national importance,” said William Bakeleng, BOL Depot Manager.

Bakeleng warned the public not to take the availability of petrol and diesel for granted because of the geopolitical conflicts and the changing economic climate, highlighting the indispensable nature of the energy industry.

https://thetswanatimes.co.bw/botswana-oil-limiited-a-pillar-of-botswanas-economy-opens-its-doors/

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