Botswana

The 72nd Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China

By H.E. Mr. Wang Xuefeng* Today, we meet online to celebrate the 72nd anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China. First of all, on behalf of the Chinese Embassy, I would like…

22 September 2021

Ambassador Margit-Hellwig-Botte and Minister-Edwin-Dikoloti

Germany reiterates its commitment to donate total 401, 280 doses of Astra Zeneca vaccine to Botswana

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman Botswana today (18 September 2021) graciously received a donation of 101, 760 doses of Astra Zeneca vaccine from the Federal Government of Germany to boost her vaccination campaign. The consignment arrived…

18 September 2021

Judge Tapologo Mercy Garekwe (C) Mmegi

Tapologo Mercy Garekwe is Botswana’s 2nd female Judge of the Court of Appeal

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman The appointment of Lobatse High Court Judge Tapologo Mercy Garekwe to the Botswana Court of Appeal is proof that women in the judiciary are equally, if not more competent than their…

17 September 2021

Tebelelo Seretse

Former Ambassador to the USA, Tebelelo Seretse, appointed Chancellor of the University of Botswana

The an Afrikanist Watchman Former Botswana Ambassador to the United States of America, Tebelelo Mazile Seretse has been appointed the Chancellor of the University of Botswana. The appointment follows the vacancy created by the untimely…

17 September 2021

Vice Chancellor Prof. David Norris insisted when he joined UB in 2018 that the institution must be subjected to peer review by reputable ranking institutions

Times Higher Education (THE) ranks University of Botswana No. 21 In Africa

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman The University of Botswana has retained its position as the number 1 university in Botswana, is in the Top 20 of Africa’s universities and remained within the 2nd quartile of world…

17 September 2021

Kebone Lebone’s live streaming business a silver lining in the midst of the dark Covid 19 cloud

Cynthia Thanda Kebone Lebone Investments PTY LTD is a professional Broadcast Integrator based in Mochudi, 4 km north of the capital, Gaborone. It offers Technical and Business Consultancy System Design, Project Management, System Integration, System…

15 September 2021

German Ambassador to Botswana Mrs. Hellwig-Bötte

University of Botswana hosts inaugural Lecture Series on Regional Integration

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman Gaborone –  The University of Botswana in partnership with the Sir Ketumile Masire Foundation and with the support of the GIZ Strengthening National-Regional Linkages (SNRL) in the Southern African Development Community…

14 September 2021

Njungura herbal tea from Chobe District finds market in Eastern and Southern Africa

Cynthia Thanda Njungura is a herbal drink made by Jerry Boitshoko, a multitalented man who wears many hats. Among these, he is an entrepreneur, ghostwriter, published author of several books, and an internationally-acclaimed multi-award-winning filmmaker.…

6 September 2021

Mcee Charles

Mcee Charles, the Nigerian Rapper with a golden voice, unveils his future plans

Cynthia Thanda The Nigerian entertainment industry not only prides itself with its interesting, mind-blowing Nollywood movies but also has some great musicians. The Pan Afrikanist family visited the green land and interviewed McGee Charles whose…

2 September 2021

Reaching for the stars - DJ Kenn

From a laptop Deejay to certified DJ and Radio anchor – The story of DJ Kenn

Cynthia Thanda Music denotes the culture of a people. It would therefore be remiss of any well-meaning publication that chronicles a country’s cultural evolution to ignore this aspect. For that mere reason, The Pan Afrikanist…

31 August 2021

Africa’s Voice: What BRICS Means for the Continent

Cynthia Thanda For decades, African countries have called for a greater voice in the institutions that shape the international system. The growing engagement between Africa and BRICS has brought that demand back into focus, raising…

14 September 2026

Russo-Botswana meeting on the sidelines of the 2nd Ministerial Conference of Russia-Africa Partnership Forum in Cairo, Egypt Nov. 2025

From Gaborone to Global South: Botswana Mulls Place in Emerging Multipolar Order

Cynthia Thanda In August 2026, President Duma Gideon Boko of the Republic of Botswana defended the establishment of Botswana’s first physical diplomatic mission in Moscow, Russia. In November 2025, President Boko warmly welcomed Smt. Droupadi…

14 September 2026

The US blockade and its economic and financial embargo have failed to break the resilience of Cuban citizens

The US blockade and its economic and financial embargo have failed to break the resilience of Cuban citizens

The U.S. Blockade, Imperialist Aggression, and the Unbreakable Spirit of the Cuban Revolution

By Mafa Kwanisai Mafa The story of Cuba is not simply the story of a small island facing economic difficulties. It is the story of a people who, for more than six decades, have stood…

12 September 2026

BRICS Summit 2026: Modi hosts Putin, Xi, Ramaphosa and Global Partners

The BRICS Summit in New Delhi (Sept 11–13, 2026) brought together leaders from across the expanded bloc and partner nations, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi (India), President Vladimir Putin (Russia), President Xi Jinping (China), President…

12 September 2026

India's Narendra Modi

India hosts 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, pivots focus to the Global South and resilience

NEW DELHI — Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially opened the 18th BRICS Summit today in Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, welcoming leaders and partners from across the globe. The two-day international event, running from September…

12 September 2026

Ambassador Anna Karin Eneström. Photo: Embassy of Sweden

Sweden-led dialogue on climate action, gender equality and SRHR set for UKZN

By Moses Magadza The Embassy of Sweden convened a high-level, youth-centred dialogue on the intersection of climate change, gender equality and sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) on Wednesday, 9 September 2026 at the…

11 September 2026