Botswana

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University of Botswana Launches Major Green Campus Drive with Water Saving, Recycling, and Solar Energy Projects

Gaborone – Integrated sustainability programme to save millions in utilities while expanding renewable energy capacity. The University of Botswana (UB) is accelerating its transformation into one of Africa’s leading sustainable universities through a series of…

30 March 2026

Orange Money Partners with Taxi Association to Digitize Public Transport Payments

Orange Money Botswana has entered into a nationwide partnership with the Taxi Association to accelerate the digitization of payments for Botswana’s public transport sector, marking a strategic shift toward cashless commuter experiences and enhanced financial…

26 March 2026

A CHRISTIAN’S FIRST RAMADAN: A JOURNEY OF FASTING AND FAITH

Cynthia Thanda On 19th February 2026, I embarked on a personal journey of fasting alongside some of my Muslim colleagues. As I sat on my bed before sunrise, the quiet hum of anticipation settled around…

20 March 2026

Professor Kwame Frimpong, Retired Professor of Law.

Prof Kwame Frimpong on Constitutionalism and Effective Democratic Governance in Africa

Gaborone, Botswana — March 19, 2026 The University of Botswana is set to host a high-profile public lecture on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at the University Library Auditorium, as the country continues to grapple with…

19 March 2026

Professor Tachilisa Balule (right) with Judge Professor Key Dingake

Botswana’s Constitutional Court Debate Takes Centre Stage at UB Public Lecture this afternoon

Gaborone, Botswana — March 16, 2026 The University of Botswana will today host a pivotal public lecture as the national debate over the establishment of a constitutional court intensifies. The lecture, scheduled for Monday, March…

16 March 2026

Orange Botswana People and Social Impact Director Modiri Nlanda handing over the digital kit

Orange Botswana donates to local schools in Phikwe and launches the Orange Phikwe National Marathon 2026

*Digital Schools Kit, whiteboards and an all-in-one printer & photocopying machine to Selebi-Phikwe Primary and Senior Secondary School, respectively, all valued at 300K. Orange Botswana has reaffirmed its commitment to community development, sport, and education…

11 March 2026

Mr. Lesego Caster Moseki, Governor of Bank of Botswana

Botswana’s 2026 Monetary Policy Statement: A New Dawn

Cynthia Thanda On the 25th of February 2026, at the Linah K Mohohlo Auditorium, Bank of Botswana in Gaborone, the Bank of Botswana launched its 2026 Monetary Policy Statement (MPS) at what officials describe as…

25 February 2026

FNB Botswana and Petrohyper Partner to Unlock Funding for Citizen Fuel Supply Chain SMEs

FNB Botswana, Petrohyper Sign Deal to Boost Citizen Contractors in Fuel Sector

Gaborone – First National Bank Botswana (FNB Botswana) and Petrohyper have signed a Memorandum of Agreement establishing a financing framework to expand citizen participation in the fuel and logistics value chain. The partnership will allow…

18 February 2026

Cuban Ambassador to Botswana, Antonio Luis Pubillones Izaguirre, recently paid a courtesy call on the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic’s Ambassador, Sidihiba Abdala

Cuban and Sahrawi Ambassadors Strengthen Diplomatic Ties in Botswana

Gaborone — The Cuban Ambassador to Botswana, Antonio Luis Pubillones Izaguirre, recently paid a courtesy call on the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic’s Ambassador, Sidihiba Abdala. During the fraternal meeting, the two envoys exchanged views on…

14 February 2026

Human Capital Director Mlungisi Jackalas

FNB Botswana Named Top Employer in Botswana and Africa

Gaborone, Botswana — February 2026 FNB Botswana has been ranked the Number One Top Employer in Botswana for 2026 and awarded the Top Employer Africa certification for the second consecutive year, according to the Top…

13 February 2026

Pope Leo XIV apologises for the role of the Catholic Church in legitimising slavery

Pope Leo XIV breaks silence on the Vatican’s role in slavery, calls for vigilance in digital era

By Fortune Madondo Introduction Exactly a day after the 63rd anniversary of Africa day, on Monday, 26 May 2026, the head of the Vatican or worldwide Catholic church, Pope Leo XIV, came clean on the…

2 June 2026

Russian President Vladimir Putin

Putin Extends Africa Day Greetings, Highlights Russia–Africa Ties

May 25, 2026 Russian President Vladimir Putin has conveyed warm wishes to African Heads of State and Government on the occasion of Africa Day, commending the continent’s progress and reaffirming Moscow’s commitment to deepening cooperation.…

29 May 2026

Orange Money Commercial and Marketing Director, Gazza Motswagole

Top’a o Pop’e promotion unveiled as Orange Money turns 15

Orange Botswana has launched a new customer promotion worth P1.1 million as its Orange Money service marks 15 years in operation. The campaign, branded Top’a o Pop’e, will run nationwide and offers daily, weekly and…

27 May 2026

An exhibitor at last year's Business Botswana Northern Trade Fair

UB positions itself as an industry partner at the Northern Trade Fair

Francistown, 27 May 2026 —The University of Botswana (UB) is showcasing its research, innovation and professional training programmes at the Business Botswana Northern Trade Fair (BBNTF), underscoring its role in driving economic diversification and skills…

27 May 2026

Army General Raúl Castro Ruz, leader of the Cuban Revolution

STATEMENT BY THE REVOLUTIONARY GOVERNMENT

The Revolutionary Government condemns in the strongest terms the despicable accusation by the United States Department of Justice announced on May 20 and proclaimed for several weeks against Army General Raúl Castro Ruz, leader of…

27 May 2026

His Excellency Antonio Luis Punillones Izaguirre, Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba to the Republic of Botswana and Special Envoy to SADC

Cuba rejects U.S. imperialism: Ambassador Izaguirre condemns indictment of Army General Raúl Castro Ruz

Cynthia Thanda History is best told by the people who live it, and some stories demand to be heard directly from the source. On the 25th of May 2026, His Excellency Antonio Luis Punillones Izaguirre,…

27 May 2026