Africa

Vie Chancellor of the University of Botswana Prof David Norris with Infinitech Managing Director Mr. Mooketsi Nthahe

UB plans to set up a Software Development Hub in six months’ time

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman The University of Botswana (UB) plans to set up a Software Development Hub on campus before Christmas this year. This was revealed by Vice Chancellor Prof David Norris Thursday, August 19th…

20 August 2022

SADC leaders at the conclusion of the 42nd Ordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government in Kinshasa, DRC (C) SABC-News-SADC

SADC 42nd Ordinary Summit extends mandate of its Mission in Mozambique

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman The 42nd Ordinary Summit of the Heads of State and Government of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) was held on 17th August 2022, in Kinshasa, the Capital City of the…

18 August 2022

Chinese State Councilor Wang-Yi-and Foreign Minister Dr.-Lemogang-Kwape-after signing the MoU o Belt & Road Initiative in Gaborone in 2021 (Pic TPA)

Wang Yi warns of three dangerous trends regarding the new development across the Taiwan Strait

The Pan Afrikanst Watchman In his recent engagement with the foreign ministers of Mongolia, the Republic of Korea, and Nepal, the Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi expounded on China’s position regarding the…

16 August 2022

Chinese State Councilor Wang-Yi-and Foreign Minister Dr.-Lemogang-Kwape-after signing the MoU o Belt & Road Initiative in Gaborone in 2021 (Pic TPA)

Wang Yi warns of three dangerous trends regarding the new development across the Taiwan Strait

The Pan Afrikanst Watchman In his recent engagement with the foreign ministers of Mongolia, the Republic of Korea, and Nepal, the Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi expounded on China’s position regarding the…

16 August 2022

All recepients of the 2021 Sanlam Journalist of the year awards with Sanlam Exco members

Premium Times’ Yusuf Akinpelu takes Sanlam Financial Journalist of the Year glory

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman 11 August 2022 Premium Times journalist, Mr. Yusuf Akinpelu was last night named the Sanlam Financial Journalist of the Year for 2021, becoming the first non-South African journalist to win the…

11 August 2022

In Africa, rising youth unemployment is a ticking time bomb

One out of three young Africans is unemployed, and the youth population will double by 2050. How can Africa create jobs for the young and avoid unrest? Ahead of this week’s general elections in Kenya,…

11 August 2022

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, left, and South African Minister of International Relations Naledi Pandor appear at a joint press conference after meeting together in Pretoria, South Africa, on Aug. 8, 2022.

South African Minister Accuses West of ‘Bullying’ On Ukraine

Pretoria, South Africa– South African Minister of International Relations, Naledi Pandor, accused the West of sometimes taking a patronizing and bullying attitude toward Africa, as she hosted U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on the…

9 August 2022

Chairman of the African Union Commission condemns Israeli attacks against civilians in Gaza

The head of the African Union Commission (AUC) on Sunday condemned Israeli “airstrike attacks” in the Gaza Strip as violence escalates in the troubled region with 31 Palestinians reported dead. “(AUC Chairperson) Moussa Faki Mahamat…

7 August 2022

Premium Nickel Resources Ltd completes “go public” transaction, closes reverse takeover transaction

Toronto, Ontario, August 3, 2022 – Premium Nickel Resources Ltd. (formerly, North American Nickel Inc.) (TSXV: PNRL) (“Premium Nickel” or the “Corporation”) is pleased to announce the closing of its previously-announced “reverse takeover” transaction (the…

4 August 2022

Burkina: Mixed reactions as Blaise Compaore apologises to family of slain Thomas Sankara

Africanews In a letter read out to the media by the government spokesman, former Burkina Faso president Blaise Compaoré asked the family of Thomas Sankara and the Burkinabe people for forgiveness for all the crimes…

3 August 2022

Lock in step: Chairman-cum-Chancellor of the University of Botswana Daniel Tau with Vice Chancellor Professor David Norris

University and Industry Must Work Together or ‘We Are Doomed’

By Staff Writer23 October 2026 The University of Botswana (UB) has wrapped up its 44th graduation ceremony with a strong call for graduates, industry and policymakers to rethink the relationship between higher education, employment and…

25 October 2026

Russian presidential envoy for investment and economic cooperation Kirill Dmitriev

Diesel diplomacy: How a Russia-US fuel deal is redrawing global alliances

The diesel supply agreement struck between Russia and the United States may appear at first glance to be a simple energy transaction. In reality, it has evolved into a geopolitical flashpoint that is exposing deep…

21 October 2026

UB Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, the force behind the new strategy designed to transform UB into a high performance organisation

UB Graduates Over 4,000 as Output Jumps 15%

GABORONE, October 19, 2026 – The University of Botswana (UB) will confer qualifications on 4,059 graduands during its 44th Graduation Ceremonies, marking a significant increase in graduate output and a notable rise in doctoral graduates.…

21 October 2026

Dr Matshidiso Rebecca Moeti

UB to Confer Honorary Doctorates on Sesana, Moeti and Dingake

GABORONE, Oct 20, 2026 – The University of Botswana (UB) will confer honorary doctorates on indigenous rights activist Roy Sesana, public health leader Dr Matshidiso Rebecca Moeti and jurist Justice Professor Oagile Bethuel Key Dingake…

20 October 2026

Mr.-Johan-Frisell-Director-for-Africa-and-Deputy-Director-General-Ministry-for-Foreign-Affairs-of-Sweden

Sweden hails SADC PF as “excellent vehicle” for advancing SRHR within the region

By Moses Magadza WINDHOEK, Namibia – Sweden has described the SADC Parliamentary Forum as a trusted regional partner and an effective channel for advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) and has praised its…

19 October 2026

FNB Botswana Deputy Chief Executive Officer Dr Mbako Mbo

FNB Botswana backs private sector growth at National Business Conference

FRANCISTOWN – FNB Botswana has reaffirmed its commitment to private sector-led economic growth and diversification through its partnership and participation in the 18th National Business Conference (NBC), currently underway in Francistown. The conference, hosted by…

19 October 2026