11 Sep 2026

 Specially Nominated councillor Ms Naledi Akambakamba has passed away on Monday, September 7, in Serowe following a short illness.

Serowe District Council chairperson Mr Atamelang Thaga has announced the passing of veteran activist.

The late served as a specially elected councillor for Serowe West Constituency, and will be remembered as a fearless political stalwart, a devoted wife, mother, and a loyal servant of the people.

Many councillors who worked Ms Akambakamba described her as one of the pioneers who planted and defended Botswana National Front (BNF) flag in Serowe during an era when Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) dominated the region.

Councilor for Palamaokue Ward in Serowe, Mr Carlos Ofentse,  who worked closely with the late,   expressed deep grief, noting that he had lost an excellent leader whom he partnered with to develop the ward.

Funeral arrangements had not yet beenconcluded at the time of publication. ENDS