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Moreetsi Gabang

Moreetsi Gabang, the filmmaker, lights up screens with new release ‘Motswaka’

By Cynthia Thanda The Pan Afrikanist reporter Just like most stories, Moreetsi Gabang has always been compelled by the arts such as drawing and writing from a very young age. However, it was after his…

12 November 2021

Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Mmusi Kgafela

Botswana participates in the 4th China International Import Expo (CIIE)

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman Botswana’s Minister of Investment, Trade, and Industry Mmusi Kgafela attended the opening ceremony of the 4th China International Import Expo (CIIE) via video link. With an exhibition area of more than…

8 November 2021

The UDC has launched a sustained campaign to discredit the ruling BDP and its leader, Dr. Mokgweetsi Masisi

The BDP regime is a threat to peace and national security – UDC

by Moeti Mohwasa The Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) notes the persistent harassment of the current regime’s political opponents through the use of state institutions. The democratic backsliding that this country is undergoing is of…

2 November 2021

Breaking the Sake barrel to commemorate this milestone

Japan and Botswana commemorate 55th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations

by H.E. Mr. Hoshiyama Takashi A photo exhibition displaying over 150 photos taken by Japanese and Batswana of their stays in their respective host countries was opened on the 26rh of October 2021 at the…

2 November 2021

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Botswana Defence Force C-130 damaged by LAM aircraft in Pemba

Written by defenceWeb – 28th Oct 2021 A Botswana Defence Force (BDF) C-130 Hercules has suffered minor damage to its wing after a collision on the ground with a LAM Mozambique Airlines aircraft at Pemba…

29 October 2021

October 25, 1971, the General Assembly Hall resonated with roaring applause and loud cheers when, with an overwhelming majority, the UN General Assembly adopted Resolution 2758 to restore all rights of the People’s Republic of China in the UN.

A New Splendid Journey Ahead after Fifty Extraordinary Years

— Marking the 50th Anniversary of the Restoration of the Lawful Seat Of the People’s Republic of China in the United Nations by H.E. Wang Xuefeng Fifty (50) years ago, on October 25, 1971, the…

28 October 2021

Health Minister Dr. Edwin Dikoloti

Botswana begins vaccinating ages 18 to 29 against Covid-19

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman Effective Monday 25th of October 2021, the Ministry of Health and Wellness transited the COVID-19 vaccination to Phase three of the National Vaccine Deployment Plan. Making the announcement, Ministry spokesperson Dr.…

26 October 2021

CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST CONSULTANCY TO DEVELOP AND COMPILE THE NEWSLETTER RELATING TO THE SADC MODEL LAW ON GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE

SADC Parliamentary Forum Procurement Introduction and background to assignment Gender-Based Violence (GBV) has become a serious predicament in Southern Africa with the phenomenon taking place in a widespread manner in different forms and facets. In…

25 October 2021

Multi-award-winning author, Lame Pusetso, launches four books

By Cynthia Thanda The last born in a family of seven girls, Lame Pusetso, also known as Poeticblood is a 24 years old lady from Hukuntsi in the Kgalagadi North. Although she is currently residing…

24 October 2021

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Eswatini is burning while SADC looks on!

Government shuts down internet amidst protests By: Vitalio Angula The government of Eswatini on Wednesday shut down the internet and suspended all social media sites as a response to sporadic incidences of violence, protests, and…

23 October 2021

Tebogo Letsile wins coveted prize

LETSILE TEBOGO CROWNED KING OF AFRICAN SPORT AT 2025 RASA

Botswana’s golden boy, Letsile Tebogo, has once again etched his name in history this time as Sportsman of the Year and Sportsperson of the Year at the 2025 Regional Annual Sports Awards (RASA), reinforcing his…

27 May 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin remains one of the few world leaders that truly cares about Africa's progress and advancement

A Legacy of Partnership: Russia and Africa’s Evolving Ties

On Africa Day (May 25), Russian President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed his nation’s commitment to strengthening diplomatic, economic, and political ties with African countries. In his message to African heads of state and government, he praised…

26 May 2025

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Where Wildlife Populations ‘Vote’ For International Hunting

By Emmanuel Koro Johannesburg, 21 May 2025 When the Kariba Dam wall was built across the Zambezi River to generate hydroelectric power for Zimbabwe and Zambia, its engineers likely never imagined it would one day…

22 May 2025

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Botswana Stands with Palestine: Nakba Day 2025 Solidarity March

Cynthia Thanda TPA reporter Green, white, black, and red—the colors of the Palestinian flag—were the only ones that mattered on 17 May 2025, as Batswana gathered at Tsholofelo Community Hall for a solidarity march in…

18 May 2025

Lesotho’s Minister of Trade and Industry, Mr Mokhethi Shelile. Photo: Contributed.

Lesotho’s Trade Minister urges rethink of global trade amid the tariff crisis

By Moses Magadza WINDHOEK, NAMIBIA – The Kingdom of Lesotho’s Minister of Trade and Industry, Mr Mokhethi Shelile, has advocated for a radical reimagining of global trade, warning that the recent imposition of reciprocal tariffs…

17 May 2025

End the Ongoing Nakba: DITSHWANELO Calls for Urgent Action

DITSHWANELO – The Botswana Centre for Human Rights stands in solidarity with the global community in commemorating International Nakba Day on 15 May. This year marks 77 years since the beginning of the Nakba in…

17 May 2025