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23/12/2025

Update: The Zebras lost 3-0 to Senegal in their first group stage match

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23/12/2025

Spoto owners allowed to trade ‘freely’ this festive

Small, Medium, and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) have been favoured by the temporary liquor trading hours, applicable this festive season.

Over the years, law enforcement officers have dealt with small liquor traders during holidays, as potential havens for criminal activities and criminals.

The Ministry of Trade and Entrepreneurship has allowed traditional beer and home brews - mokuru, khadi, nkumbi, setopoti and ila to be sold from 1000 am until 0000 hours.

However, the new liquor trading hours’ adjustment are applicable for the festive season only, according to the Ministry of Trade and Entrepreneurship.

Communique issued by the ministry’s spokesperson, Ndiyane Sekgopa said adjusted hours do not constitute a permanent change to liquor trading regulations and will automatically lapse at the end of the festive season.

She emphasized that the special operating times for the sale of liquor will apply strictly during the Christmas and New Year Holidays, from 24th December 2025 to
4th January 2026 only.

The ministry has also condemned playing of music, citing that only licensed premises will be allowed and not too loud.

23/12/2025

Minister Ntsima dragged before court over liquor trading hours

Minister of Trade and Entrepreneurship Tiroeaone Ntsima has been dragged before court over the amendment of the Liquor Act.

Some club owners and festival organisers have launched an urgent application against the minister approached the High court on urgency to interdict the pleading with the court to interdict him from implementing the amended liquor trading hours.
The Applicants, Dladleng Entertainment Centre Proprietary Limited, Frank Lesokwane (AKA Franco), Magare Falaki Mononi t/a club 65, Mobobi Investments proprietary limited T/A obsession lounge car n nite club, overture proprietary limited , B6 (Pty) Ltd argue that the amended regulations were imposed without consultation.

According to amended hours applicable only to the festive season; Bar liquor licence will now operate from 1000 hrs to 0600 hrs from 24th December, 2025 to 4th January, 2026. Discotheque/nightclub liquor will now operate 1700 hrs to 0600 hrs from 24th December, 2025 to 4th January 2026.

23/12/2025

Troubled Botswana Football League (BFL) shareholders have once again come out to demand answers and their call for a forensic audit exercise to be undertaken has been approved by the board, with the league office running on a deficit, BG Sport has established.

The developments came into light during a meeting held this past weekend between the shareholders and the executive board where calls to investigate financial irregularities to promote transparency were made, according to reliable informants.

Alleged mismanagement of funds at the BFL has seen the league in recent months relying on loans from Botswana Football Association (BFA) and its shareholders, clubs grants, to maintain operations of the league office, including payments of its staff members.

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https://guardiansun.co.bw/sports/football/bfl-shareholders-push-for-forensic-audit

23/12/2025

Launched but Stagnant and Contentious

A significant challenge during Kelebeng’s tenure has been the revival of school sports, widely seen as a foundation for long-term athlete development. Botswana suspended school sports in 2019 due to budgetary constraints and disputes over teacher allowances, leaving a void in youth competition and talent identification for years.

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https://guardiansun.co.bw/sports/hits-and-misses-minister-kelebengs-maiden-tenure-lacks-promise/news

23/12/2025

Mmadinare Constituency Awards Hailed as a Success

On 20 December 2025, the Member of Parliament for Mmadinare Constituency, Ketlhalefile FC Motshegwa, hosted and sponsored community awards for wards and villages within the constituency to appreciate community leaders and builders.

He explained that the aim of the awards was to host an event that is impactful in the lives of the people. He further noted that while the role of a Member of Parliament includes advocacy and the facilitation of infrastructure development, it goes beyond that. The MP emphasised that community development also involves moulding, mobilising, and building communities to be united and harmonious, encouraging self reliance projects for community resilience, and strengthening village economies.

The MP also updated attendees on the Government’s rural industrialisation drive, aimed at fighting poverty, unemployment, and inequality. He highlighted the importance of strengthening local governance and building resilient communities. The awardees were selected by the community, and the awards will be held annually under the following categories:

2025 MMADINARE COMMUNITY AWARDS
1. The KFC Motshegwa Local Hero Award
2. Royal Priesthood Award
3. Young Achievers Award
4. Mentorship Award
5. Charity Work of the Year Award
6. Innovation Award
7. Arts and Culture Award
8. Sports and Recreation Award
9. Community Leadership Award
10. Community Policing Award
11. The Green Hands Award
12. The First Home-Based Care Volunteers Award
13. Most Clean Ward Award
14. Best VDC Award

23/12/2025

Despite her consistent efforts to preside firmly and uphold parliamentary order while holding the fort, legislators have often appeared reluctant to accord her the same level of respect and cooperation they readily extend to Speaker Dithapelo Keorapetse.

On several occasions, proceedings under her watch have been marked by interruptions, resistance, and open disregard for her authority.

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https://guardiansun.co.bw/news/deputy-speaker-battles-disrespect-from-some-mps/news

23/12/2025

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23/12/2025

He acknowledged that the Ministry lacks immediate capacity to fill all posts but is recruiting for vacant positions to meet critical needs.
Answering questions from Bobirwa MP Taolo Lucas, Dikoloti revealed that 1,469 employees are owed P13.4 million in arrears, some dating back years.

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https://guardiansun.co.bw/news/lands-and-agric-ministry-in-contempt-of-court/news

22/12/2025

Manufacturers have condemned the Botswana Power Corporation’s (BPC) electricity tariff increase tariff application.

The Botswana Exporters and Manufacturers Association (BEMA) said the proposed electricity tariff increase for the 2026/27 financial year will have a heavy knock on manufacturers,

“We are deeply concerned that the proposed tariff increase will have severe and unintended consequences for Botswana’s industrial and manufacturing sectors,” said Botswana Exporters and Manufacturers Association (BEMA) Chief Executive Officer, Mmantlha Sankoloba.

She said the tariff increase will have an impact on manufacturing competitiveness citing that electricity is a critical production input for manufacturing and industrial activities.

“A significant upward adjustment in electricity tariffs will directly increase production costs, making locally manufactured goods less competitive in both regional and international markets,” said Sankoloba.

The Association said its members face high operational costs linked to logistics, imported raw materials, compliance requirements and financing.

“The proposed increase risks eroding already narrow profit margins and undermining national efforts to promote local value addition and industrial growth.”

Sankoloba further warned of job losses and reduced industrial output highlighting that manufacturing remains one of the most labour-absorbing sectors of the economy, with strong potential for semi-skilled and skilled employment.

“Increased electricity costs will likely force manufacturers to reduce output, postpone expansion plans, or retrench workers to survive. Small and medium-sized manufacturers will be disproportionately affected, potentially resulting in factory closures and significant job losses at a time when unemployment, particularly among the youth, remains a critical national challenge.”

BEMA has called on the Ministry of Trade and Entrepreneurship to engage closely with the energy regulator, industry stakeholders and BPC to explore alternative solutions.

“These may include phased tariff adjustments, differentiated tariffs for energy-intensive industries, protection for export-oriented manufacturers and incentives for investments in energy efficiency and renewable energy. Such measures would help balance the sustainability of the power sector with the need to protect jobs, investment and industrial growth.”

Sankoloba said a stable, affordable and predictable electricity pricing framework is essential for sustaining Botswana’s industrial base and achieving long term economic transformation.

BPC is proposing an upward average tariff adjustment of 46 percent.

22/12/2025

According to the minister, the displacement is necessary to clear the site for the construction of a new, large, and modern facility, including new underground services and structured commercial spaces, with a long-term goal of formalising the informal sector into better facilities.

He stated that consultation is ongoing and structured through dedicated communication channels to ensure continuous stakeholder engagement.

This includes the formation of dedicated committees comprising representatives from traders, the Gaborone City Council (GCC), and the Project Team to facilitate consistent feedback.

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https://guardiansun.co.bw/news/govt-defends-decision-for-informal-traders-displacement/news

21/12/2025

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