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Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Sergey Lavrov, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Republic of Mali Abdoulaye Diop (the President of Mali currently holds the CSS presidency), Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Cooperation and Burkinabe Abroad of the Republic of Burkina Faso Karamoko Jean-Marie Traore, and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Cooperation, and African Integration of the Republic of Niger Yaou Sangare Bakary.

First Russia-Confederation of Sahel States (CSS) ministerial meeting held in Moscow, April 3, 2025

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman On April 3, Moscow hosted the first Russia-Confederation of Sahel States (CSS) ministerial meeting with the participation of  Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Sergey Lavrov,  Minister of Foreign…

8 April 2025

Sahrawi Republic signs MoU with SADC to strengthen political support against colonialism

​The Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR) have solidified their commitment to the decolonization and self-determination of Western Sahara by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Wednesday, April…

4 April 2025

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‘BENONI LAKE DEAD AND BURIED UNDER WATER WEED’

By Emmanuel Koro Johannesburg, 2 April 2024 ‘Gauteng Province’s Benoni Lake is dead and buried under the invasive water weed, never to be seen again!’ This view highlights the despair of many Benoni residents who…

3 April 2025

Nasser Fellowship Announces Participant Statistics

The Nasser International Forum has revealed detailed statistics of participants in the Nasser Fellowship for International Leadership, revealing significant diversity in nationalities, continents, and ages of applicants. These statistics underscore the global stature of the…

3 April 2025

Prof. Peter Katjavivi (middle) speaks in Botswana last week at the signing of the Agreement to Amend the SADC Treaty to establish the SADC PF as an official institution of the regional bloc. Photo: Bright Khumanego

“Are we really here?” – Prof Peter Katjavivi reacts to transformation of SADC PF

By Moses Magadza Gaborone, Botswana – In Luke 2:25-32, Simeon, a devout man who had been promised by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen Christ, said – upon holding…

1 April 2025

The Executive Secretary of SADC, Mr. Elias Magosi (left) speaks while the Speaker of the Parliament of South Africa, Hon Thoko Didiza and Botswana’s Minister for State President, Hon. Moeti Ceaser Mohwasa listen in. Photo: Bright Kumanego

SADC urges swift ratification of Regional Parliament Treaty before August Summit

By Moses Magadza Gaborone, Botswana – The Executive Secretary of SADC, Mr. Elias Magosi, has hailed the recent signing of the Agreement to amend the SADC Treaty to transform the SADC Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF)…

1 April 2025

The Speaker of the National Assembly of Botswana, Honourable Dithapelo Lefoko Keorapetse. Photo: Bright Khumanego, Parliament of Botswana

Botswana Speaker says SADC Regional Parliament will boost citizens’ participation

By Moses Magadza Gaborone, Botswana – The Speaker of the National Assembly of Botswana, Honourable Dithapelo Lefoko Keorapetse has said that the transformation of the SADC Parliamentary Forum into a regional parliament will improve SADC…

1 April 2025

ELATED: Botswana’s Minister for State President Honourable Moeti Ceaser Mohwasa (right) with the Speaker of South Africa Hon Thoko Didiza at the signing ceremony. Photo: Bright Khumanego, Parliament of Botswana.

Call to embrace SADC Parliament

… as Botswana signs Treaty Amendment Agreement By Moses Magadza in Gaborone GABORONE- Botswana’s Minister for State President Honourable Moeti Ceaser Mohwasa, has welcomed the signing of the Agreement Amending the SADC Treaty establishing the…

29 March 2025

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Main outcomes of the Russia and United States expert groups meeting

(March 25, 2025) 1. In line with the agreement reached by the presidents of Russia and the United States, the Russian and American sides agreed to provide for the implementation of the Black Sea Initiative,…

26 March 2025

Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s interview with Channel One on Talks in Riyadh and their Outcome

Moscow, March 25, 2025 Question: Let us begin with your birthday. You have received plenty of birthday wishes. There was even a “marathon” of your wonderful verses. Did you have time to look and read…

26 March 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