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Malawi embraces SRHR, HIV and AIDS Governance Project

By Moses Magadza The Parliament of Malawi has signed up to the third phase of a SIDA-funded Sexual Reproductive Health Rights, HIV and AIDS Governance Project. Malawi becomes the sixth national parliament – after the…

8 March 2024

Boiemo Sekgoma - an epitome of women's emancipation

Time for inclusive architecture of policy and legal reforms to revitalise and invest in women’s rights

By Boemo Sekgoma* WINDHOEK – The 8th of March 2024 is International Women’s Day. This year’s UN theme is focused on “Investing with women to accelerate change”. This theme presents an opportunity for deeper reflection…

7 March 2024

The 14th National People's Congress (NPC) opens its second session at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, March 5, 2024. Xi Jinping, Li Qiang, Wang Huning, Cai Qi, Ding Xuexiang, Li Xi and Han Zheng were present at the opening meeting. (Xinhua/Li Xueren)

China steps up innovation in Artificial Intelligence and Quantum Technology

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman Not the snow or cold weather could dampen the palpable sense of enthusiasm among Deputies and thousands of representatives and foreign dignitaries that thronged the Great Hall of the People in…

5 March 2024

READY: The Secretary General/ Clerk of the National Assembly of Mozambique, Mr. Alfredo Vasco Noguiera Nampete (right), addresses staff members of his parliament in Maputo on a renewed SIDA-funded Sexual Reproductive Health Rights, HIV and AIDS Governance Project while SADC PF SG Ms Boemo Sekgoma (second from left) listens in. Photo: Moses Magadza

Mozambique Clerk rallies parliamentary staff behind SRHR, HIV & AIDS Governance Project

Moses Magadza in Mozambique MAPUTO – The Secretary General/ Clerk of the National Assembly of Mozambique, Mr. Alfredo Vasco Noguiera Nampete, has rallied staff of his parliament behind a renewed Sexual Reproductive Health Rights, HIV…

3 March 2024

Liu Jieyi, spokesperson for the second session of the 14th Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) National Committee, attends a press conference at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, March 3, 2024. The CPPCC National Committee, China's top political advisory body, held a press conference on Sunday, one day ahead of its annual session. [Photo/Xinhua])

China’s People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) added 12, 44 million start-up jobs in 2023

Sunday March 3, 2024 TPA Watchman BEIJING: The Two Sessions comprising the CPPCC and the NPC – marking China’s apex political season – starts Monday 4th March 2024 at the Great Hall of the People…

3 March 2024

China’s high point political events – Two Sessions – begin in earnest next week March 4 and 5, 2024

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman Over 100 journalists from 90 countries have landed in Beijing, for a ffirst-hand opportunity to see and learn about the world’s biggest economy, China, under the aegis of the Chinese International…

2 March 2024

SADC PF Secretary General Ms. Boemo Sekgoma (left) and the Secretary General/Clerk of the National Assembly of Mozambique, Mr. Alfredo Vasco Noguiera Nampete after signing an Implementation Agreement on the third phase of a Sexual Reproductive Health Rights, HIV and AIDS Governance Project in Mozambique. Photo: Moses Magadza

Corruption, fraud denounced as SADC PF and Mozambique enter pact on SRHR

Moses Magadza in Mozambique MAPUTO – Combating corruption and fraud became the centerpiece of an agreement between the SADC Parliamentary Forum and the National Assembly of Mozambique on Wednesday. SADC PF Secretary General Ms. Boemo…

2 March 2024

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MAPHANYANE CAST IN UK FILM

* Auditions concluded: Maphanyane joins cast * Tamara Astor stars in the film * MOITOBO will film in Gaborone and London this June * Donald Molosi will Executive-Produce A new feature film starring award-winning English…

1 March 2024

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No press is free, until Assange is free

Today, Julian Assange will appear at the High Court in London to appeal his extradition to the US, after being held in the Belmarsh prison for five years. If he loses his appeal, he’ll be…

21 February 2024

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University of Botswana appoints Professor Tabane Adjunct Professor

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman The University of Botswana (UB) has appointed Prof Onkgopotse JJ Tabane as adjunct professor at the Department of Media Studies in the Faculty of Humanities. Professor Tabane, a South African, holds…

6 February 2024

Orange Digital Centre Strengthens Botswana’s Digital Skills & Innovation Ecosystem

Orange Digital Centre Strengthens Botswana’s Digital Skills & Innovation Ecosystem

ODC recently hosted a media and stakeholder engagement session in Gaborone to provide greater visibility into the centre’s growing ecosystem and strengthen relationships with the media, partners, and stakeholders across Botswana’s innovation and digital development…

22 May 2026

Newly elected Chairperson of the Standing Committee on Human and Social Development and Special Programmes (HSDSP), Angolan parliamentarian Honourable Luísa Damião

SADC PF joint Standing Committees session ends with a call for action on governance, human rights and inclusion

By Moses Magadza in Johannesburg, South Africa The curtain came down on the Joint Session of Standing Committees of the SADC Parliamentary Forum in Johannesburg on Thursday with a strong call for Member Parliaments to…

22 May 2026

President Boko welcomes his South African counterpart for the Sixth Bi-National Commission (pic. OP)

Ramaphosa undertakes state visit for sixth Botswana–SA Bi‑National Commission

Gaborone — South African President Cyril Ramaphosa arrived in Botswana this week for a two‑day State Visit, co‑chaired with President Duma Gideon Boko on the occasion of the Sixth Session of the Botswana–South Africa Bi‑National…

20 May 2026

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SADC PF joint standing committees begin amid calls for inclusive governance and democratic renewal

By Moses Magadza in Johannesburg, South Africa The Joint Session of Standing Committees of the SADC Parliamentary Forum opened in Johannesburg on Tuesday with strong calls for inclusive governance, democratic accountability and deeper parliamentary cooperation…

20 May 2026

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FNB Premiership Finale Set for Gaborone Showdown

Gaborone, May 19, 2026 — The 2025/26 FNB Premiership season will reach its climax this Saturday when Gaborone United host BDF XI at the Gaborone United Stadium, with kick-off set for 15h00. Thousands of supporters…

19 May 2026

Orange Botswana Chief Marketing Officer Yves Famien (L) with Ntungamili (R) during the signing session

Orange Botswana Signs Tennis Sensation Ntungamili Raguin as a second Brand Ambassador

Orange Botswana has officially signed rising tennis star Ntungamili Raguin as its second Brand Ambassador, reinforcing the company’s commitment to youth empowerment, sporting excellence and the development of future champions in Botswana. The partnership, anchored…

19 May 2026