Africa

SADC Presidents have resolved to convene an Extraordinary Summit by June 20th to respond to the conflict in Mozambique

Mozambique to host SADC Humanitarian and Emergency Operations Centre (SHOC)

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman Leaders of SADC gathered today (May 27th 2021) in Maputo, Mozambique commended Mozambique for agreeing to host the SADC Humanitarian and Emergency Operations Centre. In contrast to expectations that the leaders…

27 May 2021

BFTU praises Government’s position on Western Sahara right to freedom

Botswana Federation of Trade Unions (BFTU) backed Government’s position on Western Sahara, affirming that Africa cannot be free as long as Western Sahara is not free, in a Press Statement it issued Today in reaction…

27 May 2021

Botswana's Minister of International Affairs and Cooperation Dr. Lemogang Kwape is also Chairperson-of-SADC-Organ-Troika-Ministers

Africa must speak with one voice for the political emancipation of Western Sahara – Dr. Lemogang Kwape

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman Botswana has called on fellow African countries to “continue to speak with one voice” to support and stand in solidarity with the people of Saharawi Arab Democratic Republic. In his Africa…

25 May 2021

The Founding Fathers of the Organisaton of African Unity (OAU), the predecessor of today's African Union (AU) - pic (C) medium.com

Turkey pledges to support AcFTA during commemoration of May 25th Africa Day

The Pan AFrikanist Watchman The total value of Turkey’s direct investments in Africa has exceeded 6 billion Dollars, despite Covid-19 pandemic conditions, says the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkey, Mevlüt ÇAVUŞOĞLU.…

25 May 2021

Botswana confirms two cases of new Covid-19 B.1.617 Variant first discovered in India

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman   A new COVID-19 variant (B.1.617), first discovered in the Republic of India was confirmed in Botswana on 13 May 2021, the Ministry of Health and Wellness has announced.   According…

17 May 2021

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Saharawi Ambassador, Malainin Mohamed

Saharawi Ambassador calls on Botswana Trade Unions, Parties and Civil society to give more support to Saharawi struggle for freedom

Saharawi Ambassador to Botswana, Mr. Malainin Mohamed, called on Botswana Trade Unions, political parties and civil society actor to firmly support the legitimate struggle of the people of Western Sahara and Palestine for freedom and…

14 May 2021

POLISARIO Front holds UN responsible for Morocco’s “violence and terror against Sahrawi people”

In a letter addressed to UN Secretary-General, Mr António Guterres, the Frente POLISARIO held the United Nations responsible for the “brutal violence and terror” pursued by the Moroccan occupying authorities against Sahrawi civilians, reported Saharawi…

13 May 2021

Presidents Emmerson Mnangagwa (Zimbabwe); Felix Tshisekedi (DRC) Felipe Nyusi (mozambique); Mokgweetsi Masisi (Botswana) and Edgar Lungu (Zambia) with SADC Executive Secretary, Lawrence Stergomena Tax

US$259 million Kazungula Bridge and One Stop Border Post finally commissioned

The US$259 million Kazungula Bridge over the Zambezi River and One Stop Border Post facilities connecting Botswana and Zambia were commissioned on 10th May 2021, paving the way for enhanced Southern African Development Community (SADC) integration and…

11 May 2021

President Masisi taking Oath of Office, now he has to deliver on his promises Pic (C) The Caravel

President Mokgweetsi Masisi resets Govt.’s priorities to deal with Covid-19 aftermath

Bagaetsho, as you may be aware, I recently retreated into introspection and reflection with my Cabinet and other leaders of the ruling Botswana Democratic Party in order to reassess our progress in achieving our national…

9 May 2021

H.E. Wang Xuefeng, Chinese Ambassador to Botswana with Kabo Morwaeng, Minister of Presidential Affairs, Governance and Public Administration at Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, April 25th 2021 to receive a donation of 200, 000 doses of Sinovac Covid-19 vaccines from the Government of the Peoples Republic of China

China-Africa Cooperation is Vital In the Post-Covid-19 Global Economy

By Yi Fan With COVID vaccines rolled out in more countries, we have reason to expect to be more equipped in the fight against the pandemic. Exiting the pandemic and reviving the economy is a…

6 May 2021

Flags of some of the UN member countries

Why has South Africa, Nigeria, and other nations not denounced Trump’s ideas on Panama, Greenland and whatever nation might be next?

By Emmanuel Koro Johannesburg,  2 January 2025 How safe are parts of decolonised and resource-rich Africa now that U.S. president-elect Donald Trump has expressed serious interest in taking back control of the Panama Canal and…

4 January 2025

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Unmasking the Myths: Understanding the Israeli Narrative and Its Impact on Christians in Africa

by Cde M.K Mafa In today’s global landscape, many Christians, particularly in Africa, are told that Israel is a “holy land” and the rightful homeland of the Jewish people. This narrative carries significant emotional and…

31 December 2024

A ‘storm in a teacup’ erupts during the historic UniPod launch at University of Botswana

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman Guests at the official launch of the multimillion Pula University Innovation Pod (UniPod) at University of Botswana were caught off-guard on Monday 16th December 2024 when the UB Staff Workers Union…

28 December 2024

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Israeli forces kill ‘soul of my soul’ grandad Khaled Nabhan in air strike on Gaza

A Palestinian grandfather, who grieved for his three-year-old granddaughter after she was killed in an Israeli air strike last year, was killed in another Israeli attack on central Gaza in December 16, 2024. Khaled Nabhan…

23 December 2024

The Iconic Taj Mahal Monument, a dedication of love

TAJ MAHAL; A LOVE STORY BUILT AT THE HEART OF AGRA CITY

Cynthia Thanda Love, such a beautiful word that carries so much weight. Some describe it as a feeling of butterflies, an emotion of sorts emitted by happiness. I have read so many books in an…

18 December 2024

Magaya-at-the-Wailing-Wall-in-Jerusalem.

Zionist Pentecostalism in Africa: A Threat to Security, Solidarity, and True Christian Values with Reflections on Zimbabwe

By Mafa Kwanisai Mafa* The rise of Zionist sponsored Pentecostalism in Africa represents a dangerous alignment of religious influence, political manipulation, and imperialist agendas. This movement, actively supported by apartheid Israel, undermines Africa’s security, weakens…

17 December 2024