Africa

Chairperson of the SACU Council of Ministers, Peggy Serame flanked by fellow Ministers, Dr. Lemogang Kwape and Moagi Lefoko

SACU region looks to AfCFTA implementation to ward off spill-over effects from the Russia-Ukraine war

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman The spill-over effects from the war in Ukraine are not only threatening the global economic growth prospects but food security with the continued surge in food prices and other commodities. Officially…

28 June 2022

Brothers in Arms: Spanish Prime Minister Sanchez with Moroccan King, Mohammed VI Pic (C) africanews.com

The Ill-treatment of migrants by Morocco is a deliberate policy of systematic crimes against humanity

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman Around 2000 African migrants, from a number of unidentified African countries, tried last Friday 24th June 2022, to cross the borders between Northern Morocco with the Spanish city of Melilla, which…

27 June 2022

Djamel Ghrib, the Director of Economic Affairs at the African Union Commission speaking in Gaborone

AU experts: China’s Digital Silk Road solution to corruption in Africa

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman African countries have been urged to take full advantage of China’s Digital Silk Road program and employ artificial intelligence in their quest in detecting and subsequently shut corruption down. “Digital Silk…

22 June 2022

United Nations C-24: Botswana supports full decolonization of Western Sahara regretting escalation of military hostilities between Morocco and Saharawi

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman– Botswana Minister Counselor at the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Botswana to the United Nations, Dr. Edgar Sisa, reiterated before the United Nations substantive Session of the Special Committee on…

17 June 2022

Ambassador Andrey Kemarskiy

Russian envoy slams NATO for trying to create a neo-colonial division of the world through its “rules-based order”

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman– The “collective West” has declared a total war against Russia, and it is hard to forecast how long this will last. But it is clear that its consequences will be felt…

17 June 2022

Prof David Norris (black mask) confers with Judge Rahim Khan during a Colloquium organised by the University of Botswana Law Department to contribute to the debate on the Review of the Republic Constitution (Pic TPA)

University of Botswana is on a trajectory to become the leading net exporter of education

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman The University of Botswana, which celebrates its Ruby Anniversary this year in October, is on a trajectory to become the leading net exporter of education. Not only education but also a…

10 June 2022

Executive Director of JETRO South Africa, Mr. Yoshiaki Ishihara, the Ambassador of Japan to Botswana H. E. HOSHIYAMA Takashi, the Chief Executive of BITC, Keletsositse Olebile and the Chief Executive Officer of Business Botswana, Norman Moleele discussed new growth opportunities for the private sector during the Japan-Botswana Business Seminar on June 1, 2022 in Gaborone. (Pic. The Pan Afrikanist)

Japan and Botswana joins hands to unlock opportunities for new growth in the private sector

Gaborone, June 1 – The Embassy of Japan, in cooperation with the Botswana Investment and Trade Centre (BITC), organized a Botswana – Japan Business Seminar. The Business Seminar was aimed at promoting private sector exchanges…

2 June 2022

Land surveyor Gilbert Sesinyi demands best service for Batswana in terms of Tribal Land Act

Land Surveyor calls for national debate of new Tribal Land Act

Cynthia Thanda A land surveyor also a land activist Gilbert Sesinyi has challenged the Ministry of Lands to address the nation about the new Tribal Land Act so that Batswana can interrogate and understand it.…

26 May 2022

Lance Corporal (Rt) Jacobus Jan Matthys (middle) is the proud recipient of a house donated by the BDF, whose Commander, Lt. Gen Placid Segokgo stands tall and proud next to him as he cuts the ribbon to mark the official handover

Botswana Defence Force raises P325 000 and rescues Lance Corporal Jacobus Jan Matthys from misery

Cynthia Thanda TPA Features Writer Botswana Defence Force is not only concerned with protecting citizens from aggressors, but it also occasionally shows compassion for the less privileged in society. This display of generosity and charity…

24 May 2022

Detained US Human Rights delegation

US Human Rights Delegation Detained in Western Sahara

WASHINGTON, D.C./Boujdour, Western Sahara, May 23, 2022 A US delegation of women with the JustVisitWestern Sahara initiative is being detained in Western Sahara today by the Moroccan authorities at Laayoune Airport.  The US delegation was…

24 May 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