Africa

UNWANTED: The Law Society of Botswana wants a new man at the helm of the Administration of justice. Terrence Rannowane has run his course, they say

Law Society of Botswana calls for the immediate resignation of Chief Justice Terrence Rannowane

* The degradation of the rule of law, in any society, marks the onset of tyranny A dark cloud hangs over the judiciary. The recent developments in the judiciary have further deepened the crisis that…

6 September 2022

High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Josep Borrell, is visiting. three African nations - Mozambique, Kenya and Somalia. Pic [Pool/EPA/EFE]

Colonialism is an indelible stain on the conscience of Europe

By: Josep Borrell* I am travelling this week to Africa, a vibrant continent that is preparing its future: pushing ahead the digital transformation, making farming more efficient and sustainable, building new infrastructure to reinforce connections…

6 September 2022

IPI delegation consulting editors at Avani hotel in Gaborone, Botswana

Botswana: Media environment faces key risks and challenges

*IPI urges close monitoring of the Press freedom situation in the country The Pan Afrikanist Watchman The independent media environment in Botswana faces key risks and challenges that require close monitoring, the IPI global network…

3 September 2022

Audrey Chanakira (photo) contributed

Augmented Reality-Bringing museums to life

By: Vitalio Angula Imagine being in a museum with all the historic artefacts and not being able to touch them thus not living or feeling the real experience of how your ancestors lived thousands of…

31 August 2022

EU rebuffs Moroccan King’s ultimatum

Botswana Guardian’s Correspondent Morocco’s war drums are beating against all its neighbours, and against any country that will not disregard international law, and “swear allegiance” to the Commander of Believers (title of the Moroccan Monarch)…

25 August 2022

Womndla! Women strategize on ways and means to achieve parity in politics and economic participation

Economy and power relations take centre-stage at Pan African Women Forum hosted by Conversation With Africa

Thelma Seitshiro The Pan Afrikanist The Role of African Women in Anchoring Sustainability in the Socio-Economic Development Agenda in Africa was placed under the microscope during a one day physical and virtual Pan African Women’s…

20 August 2022

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

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Ivory stockpiles deepen Southern Africa conservation funding debate

By Emmanuel Koro Johannesburg, 13 November 2026 Emmanuel Koro argues for lasting regulated markets as wildlife authorities face the costs of protecting elephants and supporting neighbouring communities. Southern Africa’s ivory debate turns on a difficult…

13 November 2026

Zwelibanzi Sapula Executive Director and Head of Mission, SADC Development Finance Resource Centre

How Botswana can turn its project pipeline into an investment proposition

By Zwelibanzi Sapula Executive Director and Head of Mission, SADC Development Finance Resource Centre In his State of the Nation Address on 9 November, President Duma Boko asked a question that deserves more attention in…

11 November 2026

Zimbabwean poet, musician and cultural icon Albert Nyathi

Albert Nyathi: Decolonising the African Mind Begins with Confronting Historical Truths

Zimbabwean poet, musician and cultural icon Albert Nyathi believes that the decolonisation of the African mind must begin with an honest examination of the continent’s history, including the prejudices and distortions that have shaped how…

10 November 2026

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Namibia Leads Efforts in Global Autism Awareness

By Vitalio Angula The just-ended World Autism Organisation Congress, held under the theme, Transform the Narrative, brought together international and local delegates for three days of in-person and online lectures, presentations, dialogues, and exhibitions on…

10 November 2026

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One million species face extinction risk as biodiversity loss accelerates

Arnold Letsholo Around one million animal and plant species are at risk of extinction due to human activities, posing a serious threat to life on Earth, journalists attending a workshop on Biodiversity Loss, Environmental Degradation…

6 November 2026

His Excellency Mr. Mourad Boukadoum, Ambassador of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria to Botswana and Special Representative to SADC

His Excellency Mr. Mourad Boukadoum, Ambassador of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria to Botswana and Special Representative to SADC

ALGERIAN EMBASSY IN BOTSWANA CELEBRATES THE 72ND ANNIVERSARY OF THE GLORIOUS REVOLUTION

Cynthia Thanda The warm evening breeze swept across the beautiful Gaborone sky as guests gathered at Travelodge Hotel on 3rd November 2026 to celebrate with the Algerian Embassy the 72nd Anniversary of the Glorious Revolution.…

5 November 2026