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UN Commission puts Israel on the spotlight Pic (C) Times of Israel

UN Commission asks for legal opinion on Israel’s occupation

A UN commission today adopted a draft resolution asking the International Court of Justice for an urgent opinion on the legal consequences of denying the Palestinian people the right to self-determination following Israel’s actions since…

13 November 2022

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Youth Informal Cross Border Traders: How Botswana can leverage its informal youth for trading under the AfCFTA

By: Chazha Ludo Macheng Political, Economic and Trade Analyst Post the Covid-19 pandemic a deep feeling of uncertainty struck the formal employment sector the brunt of which was felt more by no other demographic than…

8 November 2022

Margaux Donckier, Public Affairs Director at HB Antwerp says they will be opening an Academy "soon" to train local diamond polishers

HB Antwerp plans to open an Academy to train local diamond polishers soon -Margaux Donckier

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman Belgium-based diamond company HB Antwerp is not only setting up in Gaborone, Botswana at the Diamond Technology Park, but also aims to turn the industry on its head through local empowerment.…

7 November 2022

Algerian-Ambassador-Mourad-Adjabi-and-wife-joined-by-fellow-members-of-the-Diplomatic-Corps-during-the-auspicious-celebration. Pic (@TPA22)

Celebrating 68 years of the Glorious Algerian Revolution

Thelma Obakeng The 1st of November is deemed a very important date in the history of Algeria as it marks the beginning of the Algerian war of liberation in 1954. The newly-opened Algerian embassy hosted…

2 November 2022

Botswana's first supermodel, Kaone Kario

KAONE KARIO’S FILM DEBUT

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman • Kaone will be lead actor • Molosi is Executive-Producing the film • Filming begins this month in Gaborone Retired Broadway actor Donald Molosi will executive-produce a new international film starring supermodel…

2 November 2022

Turkey's Ambassador Meltem Büyükkarakaş with Botswana's Foreign Secretary Dr Gladys Mokhawa

Republic of Türkiye celebrated 99th Independence Anniversary

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman On Friday 28th October 2022, the Embassy of Turkey in Botswana hosted a National Day reception to celebrate the 99th anniversary of the Proclamation of the Republic of Türkiye. Guests included…

31 October 2022

The Director of Ditshwanelo, the Botswana Centre for Human Rights, Alice Mogwe gets second bite at the cherry

Renowned human rights activist, Alice Mogwe re-elected President of FIDH for a second three-year term

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman Thursday 27 October 2022 Paris, 27 October 2022. The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) announces the unanimous re-election of its President, Alice Mogwe, and the election of a new international…

28 October 2022

Tidimalo Tities, a Bachelor of Media Studies (General) graduate takes a bow before Chancellor of the Universitry Tebeleo Seretse last week Friday 21st of October 2022 during UB's 40th graduation ceremony

University of Botswana (UB) outperforms UNISA in Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2023

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman The University of Botswana is on the cusp of joining those universities that have been ranked among the world’s top 1,000 universities and entry into the top tier of global universities.…

25 October 2022

President of the Umbrella for Democratic Change Advocate Duma Boko

UDC petitions President Dr. Masisi on key national issues of concern which threaten the country’s democracy

Background Noting that democracy does not exist because of any ruling party, but as a result of the whole nation’s efforts and years of commitment; further that Botswana’s democracy and peace are the results of…

24 October 2022

President Cyril Ramaphosa receives President Brahim Ghali of the Saharawi Arab Democratic Republic for a State Visit held at the Union Buildings in Tshwane. @PresidencyZA

South Africa vows ‘unapologetic’ support to Western Sahara

President Cyril Ramaphosa vowed unapologetic support for the partially recognised Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic in Western Sahara. He said he is concerned about the silence that persists in the world about the struggle for self-determination…

20 October 2022

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