Africa

Chinese President Xi Jinping

Xi Jinping urges ceasefire in Gaza, stresses two-state solution

(27 November 2023) The Pan Afrikanist Watchman Xi Jinping urges ceasefire in Gaza, stresses two-state solution Chinese President Xi Jinping attended the BRICS extraordinary virtual summit on the Palestinian-Israeli issue on November 21, saying it…

29 November 2023

Batswana have an opportunity to learn Russian language free of charge

Project ‘Russian Language in Africa: the way of friendship and cooperation’, comes to Gaborone

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman Russia and Africa are building bridges to connect their peoples through language, arts and music and Batswana will certainly not be left out in these initiatives! The Centre of Additional Professional…

28 November 2023

UB-Vice-Chancellor-Prof.-David-Norris-and-his-team-touring-Pandamatenga-Farms (Pic. UB Official Facebook Page)

University of Botswana on extensive stakeholder engagements in Kasane and Letlhakane

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman Gaborone, Botswana – The University of Botswana (UB) is today (28th November 2023) hosting a breakfast meeting at Chobe Marina Lodge, in Kasane. Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris will use the…

28 November 2023

OCCUPIED EL AYUN –Sahrawi detainees from Gdeim Izik's Group - Pic. Sahrawi agency (SPS)

UN body asks for immediate release of Saharawi prisoners

*Morocco must immediately release a group of leading human rights defenders, UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention demands  Thirteen (13) years after two dozen Saharawi activists were given draconian sentences by a Moroccan court, the…

28 November 2023

Sweden and SADC PF Cooperate to Advance Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights for All

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman Sweden and the Southern African Development Community Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF) have signed a collaboration agreement worth around USD 4 970 000 to fund the promotion of sexual reproductive health and rights (SRHR)…

27 November 2023

Ms. Boemo Sekgoma, Secretary General of the SADC Parliamentary Forum. Photo: Contributed.

SADC PF reappoints Secretary General

By Moses Magadza in Port Louis, Mauritius The 54th Plenary Assembly Session of the SADC Parliamentary Forum has endorsed the reappointment of the Forum’s Secretary General, Ms. Boemo Sekgoma, for a second five-year term. Delegates…

26 November 2023

Multitudes join Botswana’s second solidarity march for Palestine in capital city, Gaborone

Cynthia Thanda The beauty of freedom lies in the voice of the masses internally and externally. As a peace loving and independent state, Botswana continues to show support for Palestine both in words and deeds.…

25 November 2023

Speakers of national parliaments and heads of delegations to the 54th Plenary Assembly of the SADC PF pose for a souvenir photo with the Prime Minister of Mauritius, Honourable Pravind Kumar Jugnauth (6th from left), the President of SADC PF, Honourable Roger Mancienne (5th from left) and SADC PF Secretary General Ms Boemo Sekgoma (extreme right) in Port Louis, Mauritius on 22 November 2023. Photo: Phandulwazi Kikelo, Parliament of South Africa.

SADC PF Plenary focuses on Role of Parliaments in disaster responses, as El Nino adverse effects drag into 2024

Moses Magadza in Port Louis, Mauritius THE 54th Plenary Assembly Session of the SADC Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF) got underway here on 22nd November 2023 with the Prime Minister of Mauritius, Pravind Kumar Jugnauth, stressing…

24 November 2023

What President Xi Jinping meeting with U.S. President Joe Biden means for the world: an avoidance of bloodshed

 The world stands at the crossroads – a Third World War looms large in the horizon and the role of both the United States of America (USA) and the People’s Democratic Republic of China cannot…

20 November 2023

ICC Prosecutor Karim-Khan

Statement of the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, Karim A.A. Khan KC, on the Situation in the State of Palestine: receipt of a referral from five States Parties

On 17 November 2023, my Office received a referral of the Situation in the State of Palestine, from the following five States Parties: South Africa, Bangladesh, Bolivia (Plurinational State of), Comoros, and Djibouti. In accordance…

18 November 2023

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