Africa

President Putin on a phone call with South Africa's Ramaphosa

Putin Briefs Ramaphosa on Ukraine Peace Talks in Strategic Phone Call

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman MOSCOW/JOHANNESBURG – Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephone conversation with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on August 7, briefing him on the outcomes of his recent meeting with U.S. Special…

7 August 2025

Aide-to-the-President-of-Russia-Yury-Ushakov

Putin-Trump Summit in the Works as Ukraine Peace Talks Gain Momentum

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman MOSCOW – Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump are expected to meet in the coming days following a high-level discussion in Moscow aimed at advancing efforts to resolve…

7 August 2025

The Deputy Speaker of the Parliament of Namibia, Hon. Philipus Wido Katamelo

SADC Parliamentarians chart path to end hunger through new Agrifood Alliance and right to food legislation

By Moses Magadza in Johannesburg, South Africa Parliamentarians from SADC Member States have concluded a high-level meeting and training toward transforming food systems and eradicating hunger in Southern Africa with strong commitments to legislative reforms,…

7 August 2025

HSDSP Committee Chairperson, Hon Mope Khati from Lesotho

SADC PF committee sets the stage for rights-based regional development

27 July 2025 By Moses Magadza in Johannesburg To bolster parliamentary oversight and enhance legislative action on sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) across the region, the SADC Parliamentary Forum convened a two-day induction…

7 August 2025

Mr. Prince Daniel, Assistant Clerk to the Parliament of Zimbabwe (left), with Mr Sackeus Kadhikwa, the Public Relations Officer at the National Assembly of Namibia, during a visit to the SADC PF Secretariat in Namibia recently

Zim Parliamentary staff hail Namibia visit, eye stronger collaboration and E-Parliament transformation

By Moses Magadza WINDHOEK, NAMIBIA – A delegation of senior staff members from the Parliament of Zimbabwe recently completed a week-long learning exchange visit to the National Assembly of Namibia and the Secretariat of the…

6 August 2025

Morna - Artist Rebirth

Unmasking Postnatal Depression

By: Vitalio Angula Morna Ikosa’s 118-page offering titled ‘Unmasking Post Natal Depression’ delves into the unspoken reality of Post Natal Depression (sometimes referred to as Post-Partum Depression), estimated to affect one in five women on…

6 August 2025

ENOUGH! Zimbabwean Members of Parliament and citizens at the official launch of a national campaign against child abuse, rape, and the denial of sexual and reproductive health and rights (Pic. Parliament of Zimbabwe)

“Enough!” as Zimbabwe expands campaign against abuse and teenage pregnancy

By Moses Magadza in Windhoek The Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution for Masvingo Province in Zimbabwe, Hon. Ezra Chadzamira, has officially launched a national campaign against child abuse, rape, and the denial…

5 August 2025

Maria Zakharova

Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova: BRICS represents global majority

BRICS has evolved from an informal platform for dialogue into an association capable of responding to global challenges with practical actions. This was stated by Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova in an exclusive interview…

3 August 2025

New Book Exposes Truths Behind International Elephant, Rhino Conservation Challenge

Africa’s iconic wildlife stands at a dangerous crossroads. The majestic elephants and rhinos, symbols of strength and beauty, now face an uncertain future. In his new book, Conservation Challenge – The Case of Doomsday for…

3 August 2025

Mass graves, unclaimed bodies: Israel's war robs Gazans of funeral rites (Pic. Al Jazeera)

Israeli policy towards Palestinians in the Gaza Strip: from repression and control to destruction and annihilation

Executive Summary of an investigation by B’Tselem, the Israeli Information Center for Human Rights in the Occupied Territories July 2025 Since October 2023, Israel has fundamentally changed its policy toward the Palestinians. Following the Hamas-led…

30 July 2025

Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s meeting with Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration, and Egyptian Expatriates of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Badr Abdelatty

Lavrov, Abdelatty Hold Talks on Middle East Crisis at BRICS Summit in New Delhi

New Delhi, May 14 — Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met with Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty on the sidelines of the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in New Delhi, with discussions centred on Middle East…

15 May 2026

Excellency Antonio Luis Pubillones Izaguirre, Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba and Special Representative to SADC.

Cuba and Botswana strengthen ties ahead of 50-year diplomatic milestone

Gurjeet Singh and Cynthia Thanda The Embassy of Cuba in Gaborone hosted a meet-and-greet session on 11 May 2026, led by His Excellency Antonio Luis Pubillones Izaguirre, Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba and Special…

13 May 2026

Australian women’s political leadership advocate Leonie Morgan AM (Member of the Order of Australia). Photo Contributed.

From Australia to Southern Africa: Champion shares blueprint for advancing women in politics

By Moses Magadza WINDHOEK, NAMIBIA -Australian women’s political leadership advocate Leonie Morgan AM, has urged countries in Southern Africa to invest in mentorship, financial support, training and women’s networks to accelerate female political participation and…

12 May 2026

Orange Botswana Rolls Out School Kits to Underserved Learners

Orange Botswana Foundation has launched the first phase of its Education+/Back to School (BTS) 2026 programme, distributing essential school kits to learners in underserved communities. The rollout began on 7 May at Kalakamati, Makaleng and…

12 May 2026

Dr Naomi Garenne

Haven City Medical Clinic Targets Trusted, Quality Healthcare in Gaborone

Botswana’s growing demand for accessible, reliable and patient-centred healthcare has received a boost following the official opening of Haven City Medical Clinic in Bontleng, Gaborone. The newly launched private medical facility officially opened its doors…

12 May 2026

Mr Sheuneni Kurasha, SADC PF Director of Parliamentary Business and Programmes.

Official says SADC PF’s Model Law process built on consultation, rigour and implementation

By Moses Magadza An official from the SADC Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF) has said that the development of the Model Law on Constitutionalism and Rule of Law is anchored in a carefully structured, consultative and…

12 May 2026