Youth Jobs Plan Divides Government and Labour Unions
• Chombo outlines several initiatives aimed at addressing youth unemployment and promoting empowerment. • BOFEPUSU says government of offering “vague...
Govt leverage social protection schemes
The government has reaffirmed its commitment to leveraging social protection schemes as a key driver of inclusive development and job...
Pharmacists Blame Gov’t Mismanagement for Drug Shortages
The Botswana Pharmacy Union (BPU) has sharply criticised the government’s decision to declare a state of health emergency to address...
BLLAHWU welcomes govt hybrid public service model
The Botswana Land Boards, Local Authorities and Health Workers Union (BLLAHWU) has welcomed the government’s decision to adopt a hybrid...
‘Govt needs to set priorities on wage bill’
A University of Botswana political science lecturer, Professor Zibani Maudeni, says managing the wage bill during an economic downturn requires...
New Industrial Projects Promise Employment and Skills Transfer for Batswana
Botswana’s push toward industrialisation and economic diversification is gaining strong momentum, with landmark investments in the hemp and cement sectors...
BOPEU rejects GCC move to evict informal traders
The Botswana Public Employees Union (BOPEU) has strongly condemned the planned eviction of informal traders by the Gaborone City Council...
Doctors Blame Health Crisis on Lack of Leadership
Doctors say Botswana’s deepening health care crisis stems from poor leadership within the Ministry of Health. Speaking at a press...
Government launches Department of Employment Services to tackle unemployment
In a bold effort to curb Botswana’s persistently high unemployment, the government has launched the Department of Employment Services, aiming...
BMWU demands urgent action over unpaid wages at Masama coal mine
The Botswana Mine Workers Union (BMWU) is calling for immediate intervention over unpaid salaries at Masama Coal Mine, where workers...
