Africa

Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu

“Terrorism has no nationality, ethnicity nor religion, FETO threatens humanity as a whole”

On the evening of July 15, 2016, the “Fethullahist Terrorist Organization” (FETO) launched a bloody coup attempt against the people and the government of my country. Their aim was to establish a radical, fundamentalist regime,…

14 July 2022

Festus Mogae to lead Commonwealth observer group for Kenya’s upcoming election

The Commonwealth has announced the appointment of Botswana’s former President, Festus Mogae, to lead its observer group for Kenya’s upcoming general elections. The 20-person Group will be in Kenya for the August 9 polls at…

13 July 2022

At 20, African Union has achieved much but the work goes on

The launch of the African Union on July 9, 2002, was met with great optimism. The AU has since accomplished much to unlock Africa’s potential and secure prosperity, but there is more to do. The…

12 July 2022

The AU should move to expel Morocco

Twenty-seven dead and counting! International media on Friday were filled with horrific scenes of “African” migrants being beaten to death with black batons while laying on the ground as Moroccan authorities in their black uniforms…

11 July 2022

Dr. Kabelo Senyatso, Director Det.t Wildlife

Response to report on trophy hunting of African Elephants in Botswana’s CBNRM areas by Dr. Adam Cruise

Dr Kabelo J. Senyatso The Department of Wildlife and National Parks (DWNP) notes with concern and disappointment a report by Dr. Adam Cruise titled Investigation into the trophy hunting of elephants in Botswana’s Community-Based Natural…

8 July 2022

Corruption: Africa’s undeclared pandemic

Corruption is devastating economies across the continent. The African Union needs to take swift action. On June 21, Malawi’s President Lazarus Chakwera fired the country’s chief of police, suspended several senior government officials and also…

3 July 2022

UN Security Council divided in addressing Moroccan massacre of African migrants near Melilla

The United Nations Security Council held a closed-door session last Wednesday to discuss Melilla tragedy, where at least 23 migrants died under Moroccan police brutality while trying to cross into the Spanish enclave last Friday…

2 July 2022

Parliaments remain at the centre stage of reform action – SADC (PF) Head, Ms. Boemo Sekgoma

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman Parliament has been described as a “peace-building” institution that is well-placed to resolve conflicts. In a statement released today (June 30th) to mark the International Day of Parliamentarism, the Secretary-General of…

30 June 2022

Melilla migrant deaths: Spain prosecutor opens probe amid protests

Benjamin Bathke Published on : 2022/06/29 (Source: Infomigrants) Spanish prosecutors have launched an investigation into last week’s migrant deaths on the border of Spain’s Melilla enclave in Africa. The Spanish prime minister meanwhile defended the way…

30 June 2022

Morocco: AU and UN call for investigation into Melilla tragedy

The head of the African Union Commission, Chad’s Moussa Faki Mahamat, denounced the “violent and degrading treatment of African migrants” on Friday during an attempt to enter the Spanish enclave of Melilla. He has called…

29 June 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