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Treasury cracks the whip on municipal pay hikes: Proposed legislation also aims to block unqualified officials from being appointed to key positions in local ...
sundaytimes.timeslive.co.za/news/2026-10-24-treasury-cracks-the-whip-on-municipal-pay-hikes/
Botswana's President Duma Boko has said that his country needs at least 30 gigawatts of electricity to meet both domestic and industrial demands; the ... Show more
Botswana Gazette Oct 26
Boko Rejects Pressure Over China Ties: President Duma Boko defends closer ties with China while signalling major American investment ...
thegazette.news/news/boko-rejects-pressure-over-china-ties/
Botswana Gazette Oct 10
Govt Wildlife Offer to Serowe Stands: The government says Bangwato still have until the end of October to take up its wildlife slaughter offer despite Kgosi Ian ...
thegazette.news/news/govt-wildlife-offer-to-serowe-stands/
Botswana Gazette Oct 09
BCP Presses Boko Over Magosi: The BCP is demanding answers over Peter Magosi’s reported contract extension, questioning how retaining the DIS chief squares with ...
thegazette.news/news/bcp-presses-boko-over-magosi/
Move over, Hanson — Labor has a new thorn in its side: David Shoebridge wants to hold Labor's feet to the fire. He will be a thorn in the party's side ...
abc.net.au/news/2026-10-01/greens-david-shoebridge-woos-angry-voters/107212606
Key FactsDavid Shoebridge succeeds Larissa Waters as Greens leader
Sep 30, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abc.net.au
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abc.net.au
- David Shoebridge succeeds Larissa Waters as leader; Sarah Hanson-Young and Mehreen Faruqi also contested the position.
- Leadership-ballot results were read publicly, marking a departure from the Greens’ usual secrecy.
- Shoebridge intends to focus on living costs and a strongly left-wing economic agenda.
- The government’s route through the Senate is now considerably more difficult after the leadership change.
Botswana Gazette Oct 01
Khama Says Government Has Not Intervened: Former president Ian Khama says Botswana has neither objected to nor asked him to stop his criticism of African leaders ...
thegazette.news/news/khama-says-government-has-not-intervened/
Botswana Gazette Sep 27
Masisi Warns Nigeria On Diamonds: Former president Mokgweetsi Masisi has urged Nigeria and other resource-rich African states to avoid mining terms that can ...
thegazette.news/news/masisi-warns-nigeria-on-diamonds/
Botswana’s President Duma Gideon Boko took to the dance floor as he joined traditional performers from the Mafitlhakgosi group during Botswana’s 60th ... Show more
OpinionSPÖ Leadership: Marterbauer to Replace Babler as Vice Chancellor in 2027: On Sunday, the SPÖ’s state party leaders and national leadership had been meeting for ...
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Botswana Gazette Oct 07
Tamamyan: I Met Boko for WHO Nomination: The Armenian oncologist says he personally sought Botswana’s backing, met President Boko and ministers in August ...
thegazette.news/news/tamamyan-i-met-boko-for-who-nomination/
Botswana and Mozambique are expanding their relationship beyond diplomacy with eight new agreements covering areas that directly affect government ... Show more
Who should write the rules governing artificial intelligence? Botswana President Duma Boko says developing countries must have a meaningful voice ... Show more
Botswana Gazette Sep 17
Khama Fears Witch-Hunt Over BDF Tenders: Ian Khama says reports of possible corruption charges over Seleka Springs revive a decades-old procurement dispute and ...
thegazette.news/news/khama-fears-witch-hunt-over-bdf-tenders/
Parliament gives govt two weeks to account for Mugumya, other missing persons: Opposition cites Mugumya, Jjengo in missing persons concerns
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/parliament-gives-govt-two-weeks-to-account-for-mugumya-other-missing-persons-5616226
Botswana Gazette Sep 21
Molao Urges Boko Into FMD Fight: Fidelis Molao says Botswana needs visible presidential leadership, stronger containment and support for farmers as FMD threatens ...
thegazette.news/news/molao-urges-boko-into-fmd-fight/
Several African presidents, who recently arrived in the United States for the UN General Assembly, have been captured on video walking in the streets of New ... Show more
Botswana Gazette Sep 11
HUNGARY, Budapest, 11 September 2026: Botswana First Lady Kaone Boko and Minister of Sports and Arts Jacob Kelebeng cheered from the stands as Collen ... Show more
Botswana Gazette Sep 17
Boko Urged to Decide Clemency Appeals: DITSHWANELO warns that unresolved clemency applications prolong the psychological burden on death-row prisoners ...
thegazette.news/news/boko-urged-to-decide-clemency-appeals/
Reform MS says it's a 'challenging time' for party after leader Dan Thomas' arrest
walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/senior-reform-figure-lays-out-34624531
Oman Observer Sep 17
HM, Botswana president discuss cooperation in key sectors: GABORONE: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik held a bilateral meeting with Botswana President Duma ...
omanobserver.om/article/1196352/oman/his-majesty/hm-botswana-president-discuss-cooperation-in-key-sectors
Oman Observer Sep 16
President Duma Gideon Boko of the Republic of Botswana hosted an official dinner at the Presidential Palace in honour of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik ... Show more
Coordinating Minister for Public Services Chan Chun Sing and WP chief Pritam Singh had a back-and-forth exchange in Parliament over the reference salary ... Show more
How great is the “joy of the headscarf” among little girls? Islamic viewpoints in “The Conversation”
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Botswana Gazette Sep 10
BOFEPUSU Blames Broken UDC Promises: BOFEPUSU says its worsening relationship with President Duma Boko stems from unfulfilled election promises and Government’s ...
thegazette.news/news/bofepusu-blames-broken-udc-promises/
‘Pay up or go’: MK MPLs face Zuma’s final warning: MK Party President Jacob Zuma and treasurer general Brian Molefe have issued a seven-day ultimatum to ...
mg.co.za/politics/2026-09-03-pay-up-or-go-mk-mpls-face-zuma-s-final-warning/
Botswana Gazette Sep 02
Duma Boko School Under Scrutiny: Prominent businessman Ramachandran Ottapathu says his role was only temporary and limited to helping with company registration ...
thegazette.news/news/duma-boko-school-under-scrutiny/
Diane Abbott wrong to say Russian threat made up by Nato, minister says: Anna Turley criticised the veteran Labour MP’s comments, made on social media on ...
independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/diane-abbott-government-labour-nato-ukraine-b3043934.html
Botswana Gazette Aug 26
Boko Concedes Jobs Pledge Delay: President Duma Boko says the pledge to create 100,000 jobs a year has been delayed by fiscal pressures and the practical ...
thegazette.news/news/boko-concedes-jobs-pledge-delay/
Botswana Gazette Aug 26
The Arithmetic Nobody Did: President Duma Boko now says the Steve Harvey arrangement cost P1.7 billion and was “not the best,” while Minister Moeti Mohwasa ...
thegazette.news/features/the-arithmetic-nobody-did/
‘Illegal Process’: EFF moves to declare ANC MP Mzimasi Hala’s election unlawful: Despite previously calling for Malusi Gigaba’s removal over corruption charges ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/2026-09-03-illegal-process-eff-moves-to-declare-anc-mp-mzimasi-halas-election-unlawful/
Botswana Gazette Sep 05
MOTI ARRIVES FOR SCHOOL LAUNCH
All eyes turned to South African businessman Zunaid Moti as he arrived for the official opening of the Duma Boko School and ... Show more
Politics latest: Burnham, King and Macron arrive to see Bayeux Tapestry at British Museum
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Zack Polanski says he will stand in by-election to replace Keir Starmer: Former prime minister Sir Keir announced he would quit as an MP on Tuesday as Parliament ...
shropshirestar.com/uk-news/zack-polanski-says-he-will-stand-in-by-election-to-replace-keir-starmer-8957305
EWN Aug 21
ANC says if the allegations against DA's Mark Burke are true he must resign from Parliament
ewn.co.za/2026/08/21/anc-says-if-the-allegations-against-das-mark-burke-are-true-he-must-resign-from-parliament
Botswana Gazette Aug 20
BCP Moves Against Deputy Speaker: The BCP is preparing a no-confidence motion against Deputy Speaker Helen Manyeneng after rejecting Speaker Dithapelo ...
thegazette.news/news/bcp-moves-against-deputy-speaker/
Didiza survives EFF no-confidence motion after MPs vote overwhelmingly against removal
sundaytimes.timeslive.co.za/politics/2026-08-27-didiza-survives-eff-no-confidence-motion-after-mps-vote-overwhelmingly-against-removal/
WP chief Pritam Singh has been struck off the roll of lawyers following his conviction in 2025 for offences involving fraud or dishonesty ... Show more
ST Live: News as it happens: Aug 11-14, 2026
ST Live: News as it happens: Aug 11-14, 2026
Key FactsPritam Singh removed from Singapore’s lawyers’ roll
Aug 13, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: asiaone.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: asiaone.com
- Singh arrived at the Supreme Court at 9.37am on Aug 13 for disciplinary proceedings initiated by the Law Society of Singapore.
- Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon told the Court of Three Judges, as reported by CNA, that it was undisputed that the offence involved dishonesty.
- Both sides reportedly accepted that the legal threshold for remaining on the roll was not met, and CNA reported that Singh will pay $5,808 in costs and disbursements.
- The High Court dismissed his appeal against convictions for two instances of lying to a parliamentary committee on Dec 4, 2025, after which he paid a total fine of $14,000.
no comments— Pritam Singh, outside the Supreme Court, telling reporters that he has no comments.
The Spectator Aug 21
Ghent university shouldn’t have suspended Nathan Cofnas: It is ironic that the ‘be kind’ brigade beating their breasts and wailing about the ‘lynching’ and ...
spectator.com/article/ghent-university-shouldnt-have-suspended-nathan-cofnas/
EWN Aug 13
'Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee investigating police corruption claims can’t become a laughing stock'
ewn.co.za/2026/08/13/parliament-s-ad-hoc-committee-investigating-police-corruption-claims-can-t-become-a-laughing-stock
Botswana Gazette Aug 13
Boko Audit Withheld From Investigators: Months after President Duma Boko received a forensic audit covering a decade of alleged corruption ...
thegazette.news/news/boko-audit-withheld-from-investigators/
sabcnews.com Aug 19
WATCH | ANC Chief Whip Mdumiseni Ntuli says he intends to open a criminal case against DA MP Mark Burke over a controversy involving Kastelo ... Show more
Labour MP Bayo Alaba suspended after questions over Covid bounceback loan: He attempted to wind up one of his businesses before settling one of two bounceback ...
independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/labour-mp-bayo-alaba-suspended-covid-loan-b3034373.html
Botswana Gazette Aug 12
Boko Blames Board For BR Woes: President Duma Boko has blamed Botswana Railways’ former board for frustrating a private-sector partnership he says could have ...
thegazette.news/news/boko-blames-board-for-br-woes/
OpinionaskST: Can Pritam apply to practise law after disbarment?: The WP chief, a non-practising lawyer, was struck off the rolls on Aug 13. Read more at straitstimes ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/courts-crime/askst-can-pritam-apply-to-practise-law-after-disbarment
Why one Conservative MP’s push to probe COVID-19 vaccine injuries is prompting concern
ctvnews.ca/health/article/why-one-conservative-mps-push-to-probe-covid-19-vaccine-injuries-is-prompting-concern/
Botswana Gazette Aug 12
Boko Adviser Still Awaits Audit: Months after the forensic audit reached President Duma Boko, his governance adviser Motlatsi Molapisi says he has yet to read it ...
thegazette.news/news/boko-adviser-still-awaits-audit/
Botswana Gazette Aug 03
Boko Pleads for Patience Over Meds Crisis: Amid growing reports that the medicine shortage is costing lives, President Duma Boko has appealed for patience ...
thegazette.news/news/boko-pleads-for-patience-over-meds-crisis/
Residents, volunteers plan surprise birthday party for Pritam Singh: 'So kind of all of you'
asiaone.com/singapore/surprise-birthday-party-pritam-singh
Key FactsLaw Society seeks Pritam Singh’s removal from roll
Jul 31, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: channelnewsasia.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: channelnewsasia.com
- Pritam Singh was convicted on two counts of giving false evidence under oath to the Committee of Privileges and fined S$14,000.
- The hearing is due to be chaired by outgoing Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon alongside Justice Kannan Ramesh and Justice See Kee Oon.
- LawSoc said in March that it had begun disciplinary proceedings against Singh earlier that month, as required under the Legal Profession Act after such a conviction.
- As the highest disciplinary body for lawyers, the Court of Three Judges may order removal from the roll, suspension for up to five years, a censure, a fine of up to S$100,000, or a combination of those sanctions.
EXCLUSIVE: MK chief whip warns party colleague over drunk claims and spurned romantic advances
mg.co.za/politics/2026-08-03-mk-chief-whip-warns-party-colleague-over-drunk-claims-and-spurned-romantic-advances/
Prothom Alo English Aug 06
All Sheikh Family members abroad safely, many party leaders remain in prison: Nearly two dozen members of the family, or Sheikh Hasina's relatives ...
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Phala Phala impeachment committee widens net for evidence leader: Parliament’s impeachment committee postponed the selection of their evidence leader for its ...
news24.com/politics/p1-phala-phala-impeachment-committee-widens-net-for-evidence-leader-20260722-0615
Key FactsCourt Reviews Ramaphosa’s Bid to Halt Impeachment Process
Jul 15, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ewn.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ewn.co.za
- The Western Cape High Court is set to hear Ramaphosa’s request to stop the impeachment proceedings.
- Ramaphosa argues the Section 89 panel report, which triggered the inquiry, contains serious flaws.
- The Impeachment Committee intends to continue its work despite the president’s legal challenge.
- Next week, the committee will consider appointing a legal expert to lead the inquiry’s evidence phase.
We will continue our work in the impeachment committee, and it’s for that reason that we have opposed the application.— Makashule Gana, chairperson of the Impeachment Committee, in response to the court bid
Botswana Gazette Jul 21
Skelemani Urges Executive to Back Speaker’s Agenda: Former Speaker Phandu Skelemani has urged President Boko, his Cabinet and legislators to back Speaker ...
thegazette.news/news/skelemani-urges-executive-to-back-speakers-agenda/
Botswana Gazette Jul 19
President Duma Boko has arrived in Jwaneng ahead of the BNF National Conference expected to commence soon.
Fetterman threatens to abandon Democrats: "If our party ever becomes, and just make it official, as the anti-Israel party ... that's when I would leave," he said ...
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Key FactsFetterman Threatens Exit Over Anti-Israel Shift
Jul 17, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- Senator John Fetterman declared he would exit the Democratic Party if it officially adopts an anti-Israel policy.
- He sharply criticized the progressive left for pushing the party to oppose Israel amid the Gaza crisis and Iran conflict.
- Over 100 House Democrats recently voted to block military aid to Israel, marking a significant shift within the party base.
- Fetterman faces growing pressure within his party due to his pro-Israel stance and has not yet confirmed a 2028 reelection bid.
That’s my red line. If the Democratic Party becomes official anti-Israel, then that’s when I would force me out.— John Fetterman; in an interview with CNN's Manu Raju on Thursday
Poll shows Labour ahead of Reform UK for first time since Burnham became PM – UK politics live
theguardian.com/politics/live/2026/jul/27/andy-burnham-social-care-politics-live-latest-news-defence-nhs-reform-uk-tories-updates
Botswana Gazette Jul 23
THE DEATH PENALTY PROCESS IN LIMBO: Botswana oldest pending clemency petition which has been awaiting a decision from President Duma Boko enters its fourth year ...
thegazette.news/news/the-death-penalty-process-in-limbo/
Botswana Gazette Jul 27
BCP Ushers in New Leadership for 2029 : The BCP has elected a new central committee to steer the party towards the 2029 General Elections ...
thegazette.news/news/bcp-ushers-in-new-leadership-for-2029/
"As defence secretary, I spoke about the defence industry as an engine for growth. As chancellor, I speak for the economy ... Show more
Labour's Bev Craig wins Greater Manchester by-election as successor of Andy Burnham
Labour's Bev Craig wins Greater Manchester by-election as successor of Andy Burnham
York MP says “new era” of politics will reshape city: York Central MP promises “real change” as a new political era begins.
yorkpress.co.uk/news/26282216.york-mp-says-new-era-politics-will-reshape-city/
Botswana Gazette Jul 19
Malema Recognises Khan’s Role In Botswana’s Political Struggle
EFF leader Julius Malema has praised BNF president Duma Boko’s long-standing political ... Show more
Revealing Cabinet before entering No 10 would cause 'complete chaos', says Burnham
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Key FactsKeir Starmer Resigns as UK Prime Minister
Jun 22, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thesun.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thesun.co.uk
- Keir Starmer announced his resignation as Labour leader and Prime Minister following months of party dissent and loss of support.
- Andy Burnham, former Greater Manchester Mayor, emerged as the leading candidate and secured backing from many Labour MPs.
- Labour leadership nominations open on July 9, with the new leader expected to assume office by mid-July before Parliament reconvenes.
- Despite internal party conflict and calls for a general election, Labour maintains a substantial Commons majority, ensuring government continuity.
Every decision I’ve taken has been about putting the country I love first, that is why I will resign as leader of the Labour Party. I have spoken to His Majesty the King this morning to inform him of my decision.— Sir Keir Starmer, addressing the nation outside Downing Street as he resigns
Botswana Gazette Jul 09
First Lady, Kaone Boko shares a light moment with family members of the 2015 Matsha tragedy which saw nine Matsha College students losing their lives in a car ... Show more
Mallory McMorrow drops out of Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary: Mallory McMorrow dropped out of the Democratic Senate primary in Michigan on Sunday ...
edition.cnn.com/2026/07/05/politics/mallory-mcmorrow-michigan-senate-end-campaign
Bill to ban hare coursing overwhelmingly defeated by 125 votes to 24: All Government TDs voted against PBP legislation in line with whip, with Sinn Féin ...
irishtimes.com/politics/2026/07/09/bill-to-ban-hare-coursing-overwhelmingly-defeated-by-125-votes-to-24/
No further action to be taken against WP’s Sylvia Lim, Faisal Manap as time limit has lapsed: Indranee
straitstimes.com/singapore/politics/no-further-action-to-be-taken-against-wps-sylvia-lim-faisal-manap-as-time-limit-for-legal-action-has
Law Society’s disciplinary proceedings against Pritam Singh to be heard on Aug 13
straitstimes.com/singapore/courts-crime/law-societys-disciplinary-proceedings-against-pritam-singh-to-be-heard-on-aug-13
ATM wants Parliament to investigate fathers denied access to their children: The African Transformation Movement (ATM) is calling for urgent parliamentary action ...
iol.co.za/news/south-africa/2026-07-06-atm-wants-parliament-to-investigate-fathers-denied-access-to-their-children/
WP announces appointments for its top leadership body, co-opts MPs Fadli Fawzi, Andre Low
straitstimes.com/singapore/politics/wp-announces-appointments-for-its-top-leadership-body-co-opts-mps-fadli-fawzi-andre-low
EWN Jul 01
DA's Breytenbach says Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee has no powers to find people guilty
ewn.co.za/2026/07/01/das-breytenbach-says-parliaments-ad-hoc-committee-has-no-powers-to-find-people-guilty
WP GE2025 candidate Kenneth Foo wins NSman of the Year award: Workers' Party (WP) leader Kenneth Foo was one of 20 NSmen who were presented with the NSman ...
asiaone.com/singapore/workers-party-kenneth-foo-nsman-of-the-year-award-saf-day
OpinionA New Framework for Climate Displacement: Carlos Alvarado-Quesada & Mokgweetsi Masisi tout a comprehensive set of principles that can support vulnerable ...
project-syndicate.org/commentary/global-principles-for-addressing-climate-mobility-must-be-endorsed-implemented-by-carlos-alvarado-quesada-and-mokgweetsi-masisi-2026-06
Soviet Lekganyane stresses the need for public confidence in Parliament during inquiry
iol.co.za/news/politics/2026-07-02-soviet-lekganyane-stresses-the-need-for-public-confidence-in-parliament-during-inquiry/