Africa

Mr. Xolile George Secretary of Parliament of South Africa

Clerks urged to support SADC PF change into a SADC regional Parliament

By Moses Magadza in Johannesburg, South Africa The Chairperson of the Committee of Clerks and Secretaries General of the SADC Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF), Mr. Xolile George, has highlighted the role of Clerks and Secretaries…

29 July 2025

Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina with SADC Deputy Secretary for Regional Integration, Angele Makombo N’tumba, during the opening of the 8th SADC Industrialisation Week (Pic. SADC)

Madagascar’s Andry Rajoelina Champions Regional Industrial Revolution at SADC Forum

Antananarivo, Madagascar — July 29, 2025 Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina, newly appointed Chairperson of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), inaugurated the 8th SADC Industrialization Week (SIW) with a resounding call for agricultural transformation and…

29 July 2025

Ras Mubarak, will be driving from Accra to 39 other African countries, in 120 days, over 38,000km, to meet with government officials to deliver messages about the urgent need to implement a visa-free policy in Africa for all Africans traveling within Africa, as a way of uniting the continent, creating economic opportunities for our people and showcasing Africa’s rich culture

Historic Pan-African Road Trip to Champion Visa-Free Travel Across Africa

Accra, Ghana — In a bold move to unify the African continent, the Trans African Tourism & Unity Campaign, spearheaded by Ghanaian broadcaster and former MP Ras Mubarak, is set to launch a historic 120-day…

25 July 2025

Lavrov-Mozambique-FM-Maria-Manuela-dos-Santos-Lucas.jpeg 23 July 2025

Russia and Mozambique Deepen Diplomatic Ties in High-Level Meeting

MOSCOW, July 22, 2025 — Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov welcomed Mozambique’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation Maria Lucas to Moscow for high-level talks aimed at strengthening long-standing ties between the two nations. In…

23 July 2025

(pic: Teto Mokaila, Kgomotso Tshwenyego, Donald Molosi and Donn Swaby)

How Can an Acting Agent Help You?

By Donald Molosi  24 June, 2025 Behind most successful actors is a steadfast ally often overlooked: the agent. An agent serves as a crucial bridge between the actor and the myriad opportunities that exist within…

23 July 2025

Namibia’s Minister of Gender Equality and Child Welfare, Honourable Dr Emma Kantema

Minister advocates action to reverse decline in women’s parliamentary representation

From Moses Magadza in Swakopmund, Namibia Namibia’s Minister of Gender Equality and Child Welfare, Honourable Dr Emma Kantema, has expressed concern over the declining number of women in the National Assembly and has called for…

16 July 2025

Namibia’s Development Bank Acquires Green Climate Fund Accreditation

By: Vitalio Angula In what economists describe as a huge win for the country, the Development Bank of Namibia recently announced its accreditation by the Green Climate Fund as a Direct Access Entity under its…

15 July 2025

AN INTRODUCTORY COURSE TO THE PALESTINIAN ISSUE FOR JOURNALISTS IN SOUTHERN AFRICA

By Habib Omar Palestine Media Forum (Tawasol) in collaboration with Zimbabwe Palestine Newsroom Connect cordially invites you to register for the special online course entitled: INTRODUCTORY COURSE TO THE PALESTINIAN ISSUE FOR JOURNALISTS IN SOUTHERN…

11 July 2025

Lavrov holds talks with Rubio

Lavrov and Rubio Hold Key Talks on Ukraine, Global Crises at ASEAN Summit

Kuala Lumpur, July 10, 2025 — In a notable diplomatic exchange during the annual ASEAN ministerial events, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met to discuss pressing issues on…

10 July 2025

BRICS Foreign Ministers

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov fields Media questions following the 17th BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro

We have completed our work at the 17th BIRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the President of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, and our Brazilian…

10 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