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Mmegi reports on the Botswana government’s plan to introduce a new tax on mobile money transactions, the Botswana Democratic Party’s (BDP) decision to suspend its primary elections, and the Botswana National Front’s (BNF) call for the government to address the issue of unemployment 234. Weekend Post reports on the Botswana government’s decision to lift the ban on elephant hunting, the Botswana Congress Party’s (BCP) call for the government to address the issue of corruption, and the Botswana Federation of Public Sector Unions’ (BOFEPUSU) call for the government to address the issue of low salaries . Botswana Guardian reports on the Botswana government’s plan to introduce a new tax on mobile money transactions, the Botswana Democratic Party’s (BDP) decision to suspend its primary elections, and the Botswana National Front’s (BNF) call for the government to address the issue of unemployment . Duma FM reports on the Botswana government’s plan to introduce a new tax on mobile money transactions, the Botswana Democratic Party’s (BDP) decision to suspend its primary elections, and the Botswana National Front’s (BNF) call for the government to address the issue of unemployment . BTV reports on the Botswana government’s plan to introduce a new tax on mobile money transactions, the Botswana Democratic Party’s (BDP) decision to suspend its primary elections, and the Botswana National Front’s (BNF) call for the government to address the issue of unemployment . Sunday Standard reports on the Botswana government’s plan to introduce a new tax on mobile money transactions, the Botswana Democratic Party’s (BDP) decision to suspend its primary elections, and the Botswana National Front’s (BNF) call for the government to address the issue of unemployment .

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Cornelius Karlens Dekop Appointed as Governor of the Bank of Botswana

In accordance with the powers vested in him by Section 112 of the Constitution of the Republic of Botswana, His Excellency Dr. Mokweetsi E.K. Masisi, the President of the Republic of Botswana, has appointed Mr. Cornelius Karlens Dekop as the Governor of the Bank of Botswana, effective from October 23, 2023. Mr. Dekop, a distinguished professional with a Master of Arts degree in Development Economics from William College, United States, brings with him over 28 years of experience in the Botswana civil service and the African Development Bank. His career has been marked by expertise in the management of public finances and budgetary matters. Notable highlights from Mr. Dekop's career include his role as the former Executive Director, Southern Africa Group I Constituency, African Development Bank, from August 2019 to July 2022. He also served as the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Green Technology, and Energy from April 2018 to May 2019. Between August 2011...

Here are some recent noteworthy events happening in Botswana: 1. Stunning Lioness with a Majestic Mane: In the mesmerizing Okavango Delta, a lioness has captivated attention with her remarkable and majestic mane. Interestingly, five lionesses have defied conventional gender roles and grown impressive manes, defying expectations. 2. Santhi Sadbhavana Yatra: Telugu poet Chigurumalla Srinivas has initiated the Santhi Sadbhavana Yatra in Botswana. The inaugural gathering took place at the Indian High Commission office in Gaborone, marking the beginning of this significant journey. 3. Control Over Fuel Imports: Botswana Oil has recently acquired exclusive rights to import 90% of the nation's fuel supply. This strategic move aims to mitigate market volatility and ensure a more stable fuel sector within the country. For more comprehensive news coverage, you can visit Mmegi Online, Botswana's leading daily and weekly newspapers that provide in-depth articles on various subjects incl...

G4S donate sickbay to special school

Security giant G4S Botswana Limited donated a sick bay to Bothakga Primary school in Lobatse early this week. Bothakga Primary School is one of the pilot projects for an initiative by the government called 'Health Promoting School and has a special education unit for students with disabilities and mental challenges which include complete mental retardation. The unit was established in the late 80's and was initially at St. Theresa Primary School but was later relocated to Bothakga Primary in 1991. Speaking at the occasion to hand over the sick-bay, the school's deputy head teacher, Charles Sehularo said that the support from the ministry of education and the town council was not enough and therefore. “The business community is one of the key stakeholders involved in partnership in the education due to the fact that the school outputs are the future employees of their agencies,” he said Sehularo also lamented that the special education system in the country was unable to pro...

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