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WeekendPost WeekendPost is Botswana’s first Saturday publication, distributed Saturday morning. It is a weekly weekend read.

The WeekendPost has a bias for analysis, in-depth reports, investigations and behind-the-news. It also covers breaking news, politics, business, sport, tourism and hospitality, lifestyle and entertainment for wide circulation in Botswana and beyond. The newspaper WEEKEND POST has qualified media practitioners with the requisite expertise and experience in senior editorial and design positions . Th

e experience spans across all sectors of a publication enterprise from Editorial to Advertising and Marketing. The members of the team possess not just extensive experience in media practice but they also offer a new perspective of a new media generation. The inaugural edition of the WEEKEND POST was published on Saturday 9th April 2011. After five months of operation the newspaper won the ‘Best Design and Content of the Year’ at the MISA 2011 Awards.

31/07/2025

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31/07/2025

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31/07/2025

Minister of International Relations Dr Phenyo Butale and his Zambian counterpart Mr Mulambo Haimbe at the opening session of the Ministerial Meeting of the Inaugural Session of the Bi-National Commission between Botswana and Zambia.

The Ministerial session marked a significant moment in advancing diplomatic and developmental cooperation between the two countries.

31/07/2025

𝟯 𝗗𝗔𝗬𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗗𝗘𝗟𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗙𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘

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31/07/2025

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE: FNBB WINS TOP HONOURS AT 2025 EUROMONEY AWARDS

First National Bank Botswana (FNB Botswana) is pleased to announce that it has been recognised with two prestigious awards at the 2025 Euromoney Awards for Excellence: Best Bank in Botswana and, for the first time, Best Bank for ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance).

The Euromoney Awards for Excellence, established in 1992, remain one of the most credible global accolades for the financial services industry.

They assess institutions based on strategic ex*****on, innovation, financial performance, and contribution to society.

Steven Lefentse Bogatsu, CEO of FNB Botswana says “We are truly humbled by this recognition. At the heart of everything we do is a deep responsibility to serve our clients meaningfully not just through financial products, but by building a better future alongside them.”

Purpose-Led Banking: Growth with Impact
These awards are not only a reflection of industry excellence but a testament to the trust and collaboration between the Bank, its clients and the communities it serves.

The awards are a demonstration of the Bank’s commitment to positive societal impact.

“Our existence is built on the premise of building a future of shared prosperity by enriching the lives of our customers, employees and societies we serve. Shared prosperity is a strategic imperative at FNB Botswana, and we are intentional about leveraging our core business activities to add value to society. In fulfilling our promise of shared prosperity, we continually align with environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) imperatives as well as integrating the ESG imperatives into financing and business decisions”.

31/07/2025

BOMAID ENHANCES CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE THROUGH NEW PLATFORMS, CONTINUED ENGAGEMENT

Botswana Medical Aid Society (Bomaid) continues to reaffirm its commitment to empowering wellness and enriching the customer experience through a series of enhanced platforms and sustained stakeholder engagement initiatives.

As part of its evolving service offering, Bomaid has introduced a number of accessible platforms designed to keep customers informed, engaged, and supported on their wellness journeys. These include:

• “First Things First” Radio Segment – Airing every Wednesday, this informative series on RB2 offers expert insights on medical aid benefits, wellness tips, and health system navigation.

• Virtual Customer Engagement Sessions – Hosted every Thursday at 16:00hrs, these live digital conversations provide a space for customers to engage directly with Bomaid experts on matters related to their health plans, claims, and service experiences.

Customers are encouraged to follow and participate in these platforms to better understand the 16 health plans on offer and how each is tailored to meet their unique healthcare needs.

To further enhance customer convenience, Bomaid has also invested in digital infrastructure improvements, including:

• A revamped, user-friendly website

• A secure and responsive customer portal

• The easy-to-navigate Bomaid mobile app

These tools are designed to give members more control and visibility over their medical aid journey, anytime, anywhere.

31/07/2025

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31/07/2025

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31/07/2025

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31/07/2025

ILLEGAL PRIVATE BROTHELS FUEL HUMAN TRAFFICKING SURGE- CRIME & RISK ANALYST SITAYELO

Human trafficking is said to be a calculated attack on dignity, freedom, and the safety of communities.

These are the words of Tumelo Sitayelo, Crime and Risk Analyst, in a powerful call to action this World Day Against Human Trafficking.

Trafficking is a silent epidemic that takes many forms, from forced prostitution and bonded labour, to child exploitation and coerced criminal acts.

It thrives both across borders and within our own neighbourhoods, often preying on the vulnerable: the unemployed, the poor, and the hopeful.

One of the growing enablers, Sitayelo warns, is the glamorisation of unattainable lifestyles on social media.

“Young women, in particular, are lured with promises of luxury, fast money, or travel, only to fall into the hands of traffickers. Similarly, job seekers who engage with unverified recruiters without informing anyone are at increased risk of being trapped in exploitative arrangements.”

Of serious concern is the rise of illegal private brothels, operating in secrecy, where young women are manipulated and controlled by pimps for profit. These covert operations often evade the eye of the law and the community.

Sitayelo emphasises that real change requires a community-led approach: open conversations, transparent sharing of travel or job plans, early detection and alertness as well as ethical leadership.

"Let us use our voices to break the silence that traffickers depend on. Let us build communities where exploitation cannot take root," Sitayelo urges.

30/07/2025

𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗛 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗠𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗧𝗔𝗞𝗘 𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗘 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗚𝗘 𝗜𝗡 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗔- 𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗪𝗘-𝗕𝗢𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗬

The Chairperson of the Botswana Network on Ethics, Law and HIV/AIDS (BONELA), Njiramanda Mbewe-Boatey, has called for urgent, united action to place health and justice at the core of Botswana’s development priorities, warning that these essential pillars of society can no longer remain on the periphery of policy and political discourse.

Speaking at a recent Justice and Wellness outreach event, Mbewe-Boatey made an emotional yet firm plea to government, the private sector, and civil society to shift from complacency to action.

"Health and justice must sit at the heart of our national priorities, not at the periphery. They are not mere policies, they are pillars. They are not for some, they are for all."

She acknowledged the painful realities within Botswana’s public health system, citing medicine shortages and under-resourced clinics as indicators of a system in distress.

However, she praised the dedication of healthcare workers who continue to serve in difficult conditions.

"We’ve faced painful gaps in our health system. We’ve watched clinics run dry, and we've seen shelves without medicine. And yet, look around you. Look at these health professionals who came not for pay, not for praise, but from principle," Mbewe-Boatey stated.

Her address emphasized the importance of collective responsibility and urged all sectors of society to work together rather than in isolation.

"The government must lead reforms. The private sector must not only profit but also pour back. The civil society must not only speak but boldly stir change. Together, not apart and not in silos, we can make progress. Even in the eye of adversity, we can move, we can build, we can triumph," she said.

Mbewe-Boatey’s remarks come at a critical time when public trust in healthcare delivery is waning and disparities in access to justice persist.

Her message is a timely reminder that meaningful change will require courage, shared responsibility, and above all, a people-centered approach to policy and leadership.

30/07/2025

𝗕𝗣𝗢𝗣𝗙 𝗠𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗘𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗘𝗫𝗧𝗥𝗔 𝗥𝗘𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗦

●CEO reveals strong portfolio performance at media briefing

NCHIDZI MASENDU
STAFF WRITER

Members of the Botswana Public Officers Pension Fund (BPOPF) under the non-profit investment portfolio will, for the first time, receive an additional payout following strong performance by the fund’s investment portfolio, Chief Executive Officer Mr. Moemedi Malindah announced during a financial media briefing.

Malindah disclosed that the fund achieved a net investment return of 6.4 percent, surpassing the 6.12 percent threshold required to meet reserves. The difference, he said, would be redistributed to eligible members in the form of an extra return. “Our members in the non-profit portfolio are going to receive an extra check. However, this is only for members who were active in the portfolio during the financial year.” he said.

Malindah emphasized that the fund operates without shareholders, meaning profits are not diverted to external parties but reinvested or returned to members. “It’s a trust business. These numbers are entirely driven by the interest of our members,” he added.

He also explained how the fund avoided an estimated P11 billion in potential exposure by implementing timely reinvestment strategies over the past two years. This, he said, was critical in weathering difficult market conditions. “This was a wise thing to do. We made investment decisions that protected our members,” said Malindah.

The CEO further highlighted ongoing engagements with government and strategic partners to explore new investment opportunities that would continue delivering value for members.

The briefing concluded with reassurances that the fund remains committed to transparency, prudent investment, and the long-term sustainability of member benefits.

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