Africa

We demand the immediate release of Kémi Séba

Media Statement by Nkosi ZMD Mandela Mvezo Komkhulu (The Great Place), Wednesday 16th October 2024: We demand the immediate release of Kémi Séba and Henry Djehuty. Kémi has been one of the most vocal and…

17 October 2024

Republican Vice President Mutale Nalumango (L) and Chinese Ambassador to Zambia Han Jing (R) make a toast during the 75th anniversary celebrations of the founding of the People’s Republic of China - Picture by Royd Sibajene

Zambia – China Friendship Clocks 60

October 06, 2024  By Linda Mupemo Five days after gaining independence from its colonial masters on 24th October 1964, Zambia with founding President Kenneth Kaunda at the helm of power established diplomatic relations with the…

17 October 2024

The warrior women of the Kingdom of Dahomey

The warrior women of the Amazons of the Americas and African continents, flames of courage and resistance, the struggles for the freedom of humanity

BY AMBASSADOR PHATSE JUSTICE PIITSO 10 OCTOBER 2024 Centuries after the arrival of the first expedition of the European voyage of discovery into the tranquil shores of the Americas, the belligerent scholars have not yet…

15 October 2024

BRICS holds first meeting of diamond industry dialogue platform

A meeting of BRICS finance ministers and central bank governors in Moscow on October 9th hosted an informal dialogue platform on cooperation in the diamond industry, held with assistance from the African Diamond Producers Association…

15 October 2024

The Speaker of the National Assembly of Namibia and Head of the Namibian Delegation to the 149th IPU Assembly, Honourable Prof. Peter H. Katjavivi (left) receives a Certificate of Recognition from Hon Roger Mancienne, President of the SADC PF, for his significant contributions to both the SADC-PF and the IPU. Photo: Contributed.

Namibian Speaker notes progress towards SADC Regional Parliament at IPU Meeting

By Moses Magadza The Speaker of the National Assembly of Namibia and Head of the Namibian Delegation to the 149th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly, Honourable Prof. Peter H. Katjavivi, has expressed satisfaction on progress towards…

15 October 2024

SADC PF SG calls for action and commitment on International Day of the Girl Child

SADC PF SG calls for action and commitment on International Day of the Girl Child

By Own Correspondent in Windhoek, Namibia As the world commemorates the International Day of the Girl Child on 11 October 2024, the Secretary General of the SADC Parliamentary Forum, Ms. Boemo Sekgoma, has called for…

11 October 2024

EU Court of Justice Ruling: A Historic Victory for the Saharawi People and the Polisario Front

In a landmark ruling on October 4, 2024, the European Court of Justice (CJEU) reaffirmed that Morocco has no sovereignty over Western Sahara, declaring any EU-Morocco agreements involving the territory invalid. This decision is being…

5 October 2024

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Fruit trade between China, ASEAN thrives

By Yan Yu Fruit trade between China and ASEAN countries has been thriving in recent years thanks to the increasingly trade relations between the two sides. At a fruit trading center in Youyi township, Pingxiang,…

3 October 2024

SADC PF Secretary General Ms Boemo Sekgoma. Photo: Contributed.

SADC PF SG calls for collaboration to advance SRHR and democratic governance

By Moses Magadza in Johannesburg, South Africa A regional capacity development workshop focusing on Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR), HIV and AIDS began in Johannesburg on Monday, with the Secretary General of the SADC…

30 September 2024

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Immersive cultural, tourism activities on the rise across China

By Wang Ke, People’s Daily In the Jingyuetan scenic spot in Changchun, northeast China’s Jilin province, a fountain show captivated many tourists. In the center of a square, Chen Jiamin, a tourist from Heilongjiang province,…

29 September 2024

Mid-Term Report and Update on the Outcomes of the 2nd Session of the 13th Parliament

By Moeti Mohwasa Introduction Nearly two years ago, this Government received a mandate for change: to build an economy that works for more people, restore dignity in public services, strengthen social protection, reform the institutions…

24 August 2026

Minister for State President, Defence and Security, Moeti Mohwasa

Government Mid-Term Report Highlights Social Gains, Fiscal Strains

Gaborone – At the halfway mark of its five-year mandate, government has presented a mid-term report to Parliament outlining progress on social protection, education support, public service reforms and fiscal recovery, while acknowledging unfinished commitments…

24 August 2026

Statement in accordance with Standing Order 9.3.2 by Honourable Dumeelang Saleshando MP for Maun North, Leader of the Opposition

20th AUGUST 2026, National Assembly, Gaborone Right Honourable Speaker, I find it necessary to make a Statement as provided for by Standing Order 9.3.2. I rise today to address this Honourable House and the nation…

24 August 2026

Leader of Opposition: Honourable Dumelang Saleshando (C) The Business Weekly Review

Dumelang Saleshando: Health crisis exposes governance failures, not just shortages

20 August 2026 GABORONE – Leader of the Opposition, Honourable Dumelang Saleshando, has accused government of failing to resolve Botswana’s prolonged public health emergency, despite billions of pula allocated and repeated assurances of improvement. Speaking…

24 August 2026

Mally

UK-Based Motswana Gospel Artist Releases Winner EP

UK-based Motswana gospel artist Mally has released a new EP, Winner, a faith-inspired project that showcases her musical growth while reinforcing her rising profile on the international gospel music scene. Released this year, Winner features…

24 August 2026

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BEYOND TERMINOLOGY

By Fortune Madondo The Invoice R292 million or US$18,5 million – that’s the invoice South Africa (SA) sent to Nigeria, Ethiopia and Malawi. For deporting Africans from South Africa. Lilongwe, 11 August 2026 Three hundred…

24 August 2026