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The new Tataki mine will create an initional 400 permanent jobs, and 3000 indirect employment.photo: the projects magazi...
16/09/2025

The new Tataki mine will create an initional 400 permanent jobs, and 3000 indirect employment.

photo: the projects magazine

Mantries Stoffel is in court following his arrest after a video circulated on Facebook allegedly showing him assaulting ...
16/09/2025

Mantries Stoffel is in court following his arrest after a video circulated on Facebook allegedly showing him assaulting his girlfriend.

Photo: The parrot newspaper

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Mr. Kgosietlile Ngakaagae Named Director of Public Prosecutions in BotswanaThe President of Botswana, Advocate Duma Gide...
27/08/2025

Mr. Kgosietlile Ngakaagae Named Director of Public Prosecutions in Botswana

The President of Botswana, Advocate Duma Gideon Boko, has appointed Mr. Kgosietlile Ngakaagae as the new Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) in the Ministry of Justice & Correctional Services. The appointment was announced today in a press release and will take effect when Mr. Ngakaagae assumes his duties.

Mr. Ngakaagae brings over 20 years of legal experience. He has worked as a Managing Partner at Ngakaagae & Co Legal Practice and previously served as a Public Prosecutor with the Directorate of Public Prosecutions. He has a wealth of experience in legal drafting, criminal prosecution, and working with both Civilian and Military Courts. He is also skilled in Civil Litigation, Extradition, and Mutual Legal Assistance Applications.

Mr. Ngakaagae is well-educated. He has certifications from Cornell University-USA in Advanced Capital Defence Training, and from Cape Town Law School in Trial Advocacy. He also completed a State Advocacy Course (NITA) and a National Institute of Trial Advocacy USA course on Anti-Terrorism, Practical and Investigative (International Law Enforcement Academy), Drugs, and Psychotropic Substances. Additionally, he holds a Project Management Certificate from Mcauvlei Institute, South Africa. He is a member of the Law Society of Botswana and a Fellow of Cornell University (Makwanyane Institute).

Job Responsibilities

As the Director of Public Prosecutions, Mr. Ngakaagae will have important duties. These include:
- Leading the prosecution of criminal cases in Botswana.
- Overseeing legal teams to ensure fair trials.
- Advising the government on legal matters.
- Handling extradition and mutual legal assistance cases.
- Working with courts to enforce laws.
- Managing the budget and staff of the prosecution office.
- Ensuring justice is served in both Civilian and Military Courts.

Mr. Ngakaagae’s experience and training make him well-suited for this role. His appointment is expected to strengthen the justice system in Botswana.

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'I listened to Dr Madigele on SABC. Hard to believe that when he was Minister of Health, his priority was always his pri...
27/08/2025

'I listened to Dr Madigele on SABC. Hard to believe that when he was Minister of Health, his priority was always his private clinic. Whenever health agencies visited, instead of touring Marina, he would proudly take them to his own clinic. Madomi really take us for fools waitse'.-Setlhomo Raymond Tshwanelang.

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Okavango District Councillors have halted their session, demanding immediate action on unpaid Ipelegeng dues. They’ve ta...
26/08/2025

Okavango District Councillors have halted their session, demanding immediate action on unpaid Ipelegeng dues. They’ve tasked Vice Chairperson Honourable Brian Samoka with getting clear answers from Minister Ketlhalefile Motshegwa by 2 PM today. If no satisfactory response is received, the councillors are prepared to boycott all future full council meetings until the Ipelegeng workers are paid.

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We are unapologetic about transforming our country and economy for the better. It is our mission and by all means it wil...
23/08/2025

We are unapologetic about transforming our country and economy for the better. It is our mission and by all means it will happen. Yesterday I attended a closed-door briefing on the Botswana Development Corporation’s strategic update in which Capital Works successfully refinanced BDC’s interest in RFT, returning P400 million to the Corporation to accelerate Botswana’s economic transformation.Together, we are building a diversified, resilient and prosperous Botswana for generations to come. -Duma Boko

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Botswana Police Service (BPS) through the INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB) Gaborone successfully secured the extra...
22/08/2025

Botswana Police Service (BPS) through the INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB) Gaborone successfully secured the extradition of 42-year-old Chinese national male Weng Jiajin. The accused person was extradited from Tanzania to Botswana by NCB Gaborone and landed at Sir Seretse Khama International Airport today (22/08/2025).

He has since appeared before Broadhurst Magistrate Court facing one count of Obtaining by False Pretences. The Court heard that on 30th May 2023 in Gaborone, the accused acting together with others who were not before Court allegedly obtained money fraudulently from different people and subsequently fled the country.

The accused person is remanded in Prison and he will be back in Court on 25/08/2025.

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BILLIONS & BILLIONS OF DOLLARS TO TALK ABOUT & NOT A MINISTER OF FINANCE ON SIGHT. INTERESTING TIMES WE ARE LIVING IN!.-...
22/08/2025

BILLIONS & BILLIONS OF DOLLARS TO TALK ABOUT & NOT A MINISTER OF FINANCE ON SIGHT. INTERESTING TIMES WE ARE LIVING IN!.-SPENCER MOGAPI

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P162 Billion To Be Invested in Botswana- Duma Boko.This is just the beginning, I am proud to announce a landmark partner...
21/08/2025

P162 Billion To Be Invested in Botswana- Duma Boko.

This is just the beginning, I am proud to announce a landmark partnership between Al Mansour Holdings and the Botswana Development Corporation, with Al Mansour Holdings committing $12 Billion (approximately 162 Billion in P**A) in investments to accelerate our national development goals. This transformative partnership spans infrastructure, energy, mining, the diamond industry, agriculture, tourism, cybersecurity, and defence, driving economic stability, diversification, and long-term prosperity. Together, we are building a Botswana that is globally competitive, secure, and prepared for the future'.- Duma Boko

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Honourable Justice Lakhvinder Singh Walia Passes AwayThe Administration of Justice in Botswana is mourning the loss of H...
21/08/2025

Honourable Justice Lakhvinder Singh Walia Passes Away

The Administration of Justice in Botswana is mourning the loss of Honourable Justice Lakhvinder Singh Walia. He passed away on 20th August 2025, as announced by the Chief Justice.

Justice Walia started his career as a judge in the judiciary on 1st April 2002. He served in various courts, including the High Court of Botswana and the Gaborone divisions of the High Court. Before becoming a judge, he worked as a lawyer and later as a Private Lawyer at Walia Attorneys in Gaborone for many years.

He served as a High Court judge for 15 years, starting in 2017, and continued until his passing. Justice Walia was known for his dedication and service to the people of Botswana.

The Chief Justice and the Administration of Justice extend their deepest condolences to his wife, family, friends, and colleagues.

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NIJEL AMOS TURNS TO COACHING.Nijel Amos, Botswana’s first Olympic medalist, won silver in the 800m at the 2012 London Ga...
21/08/2025

NIJEL AMOS TURNS TO COACHING.

Nijel Amos, Botswana’s first Olympic medalist, won silver in the 800m at the 2012 London Games at just 18. His time of 1:41.73 set a world junior record. Despite a doping ban in 2022, Amos never gave up. After moving back to his village, Marobela, he faced tough times but stayed strong. Now, he’s planning a comeback for the 2025 World Championships. Inspired by his journey, Amos wants to coach young athletes, helping them chase their dreams. With support from his mentor, Kebonyemodisa Mosimanyane, he’s ready to guide the next generation to run fast.

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The former President of Botswana Festus Gontebanye Mogae Turns 84 today.Tsodilo Times
21/08/2025

The former President of Botswana Festus Gontebanye Mogae Turns 84 today.

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