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Trans African Tourism & Unity Campaign Launches from Accra, Championing a Visa-Free Africa by 2030

By Eryk Kwesi Agyapong Media Liaison Officer Accra, Ghana – August 17, 2025 – The Trans African Tourism & Unity Campaign will embark on a historic 40,000-kilometer road journey across 39 African countries, starting from…

17 August 2025

“Free Palestine”: Voices Rise in Gaborone Solidarity March

Gaborone, Botswana — August 16, 2025 Cynthia Thanda Botswana reaffirmed its commitment to human rights and global justice on Saturday as citizens gathered for a solidarity march in support of Palestinians at Tsholofelo Community Hall…

16 August 2025

India, Botswana Reaffirm Strategic Ties at Independence Day Reception

The Pan-Afrikanist Watchman Gaborone, Botswana — August 14, 2025 India and Botswana reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral ties across trade, education, defence, and global cooperation during a reception in Gaborone marking India’s 79th Independence…

16 August 2025

Mr Ndayio Kimokoa (left) of Kimokoa Village of Longido Game Control Area, Tanzania

International Hunting for Harmony – How a Tanzanian Village Balances Life and Wildlife

By Emmanuel KoroJohannesburg – 14 August 2025 The midday sun hung low over Kimokoa Village, turning the dust into gold and the air into a shimmering haze. In the distance, the flat, dry landscape of…

14 August 2025

Aide to the President of Russia Yury Ushakov

Aide to the President of Russia, Yury Ushakov, on the upcoming meeting between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump

Preparations for the meeting between the Presidents of Russia and the United States have entered their final stage. Given that the meeting was announced just five days ago, all arrangements are being made under intense…

14 August 2025

NCONGO Executive Director Siyoka Simasiku (Pic. courtesy of Daily News)

NCONGO Awaits Clarity on Amendments to Community Conservation Bill

Arnold Letsholo Maun, Botswana — Two weeks after the Community Based Natural Resources Management (CBNRM) Bill of 2025 passed through Parliament, the Ngamiland Council of NGOs (NCONGO) says it is still waiting to see how…

14 August 2025

India’s Cosmic Leap: A Billion Dreams, Will See Visits to Moon, Mars, and Venus

By Pallava Bagla Reaching for the stars is becoming an everyday affair at India’s space agency, having visited the Moon and Mars with orbital missions, now eyes are set on a mission to Venus and…

13 August 2025

India’s Journey towards Viksit Bharat: 11 years of Development, Progress & Nation building

(Amb Anil Trigunayat) As India embarked on its fast-paced human-centric developmental journey to become a developed country, “Viksit Bharat @2047” by the time it completes the century of independence, the past decade has been exceptional…

13 August 2025

A Decade of the International Day of Yoga (IDY): Yoga for One earth, one Health

Ten years ago, the idea of a global day dedicated to “yoga” might have seemed far-fetched. But here we are—yoga mats unrolled across the globe, from bustling urban parks to silent, icy outposts in Antarctica.…

13 August 2025

Digital from India: Leapfrogging development through text-enabled citizen-centric governance

by Amb Debnath Shaw At the 2nd Voice of the Global South Summit hosted virtually by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on 17th November 2023, one key focus area was on “Sustain the momentum of…

13 August 2025

Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s meeting with Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration, and Egyptian Expatriates of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Badr Abdelatty

Lavrov, Abdelatty Hold Talks on Middle East Crisis at BRICS Summit in New Delhi

New Delhi, May 14 — Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met with Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty on the sidelines of the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in New Delhi, with discussions centred on Middle East…

15 May 2026

Excellency Antonio Luis Pubillones Izaguirre, Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba and Special Representative to SADC.

Cuba and Botswana strengthen ties ahead of 50-year diplomatic milestone

Gurjeet Singh and Cynthia Thanda The Embassy of Cuba in Gaborone hosted a meet-and-greet session on 11 May 2026, led by His Excellency Antonio Luis Pubillones Izaguirre, Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba and Special…

13 May 2026

Australian women’s political leadership advocate Leonie Morgan AM (Member of the Order of Australia). Photo Contributed.

From Australia to Southern Africa: Champion shares blueprint for advancing women in politics

By Moses Magadza WINDHOEK, NAMIBIA -Australian women’s political leadership advocate Leonie Morgan AM, has urged countries in Southern Africa to invest in mentorship, financial support, training and women’s networks to accelerate female political participation and…

12 May 2026

Orange Botswana Rolls Out School Kits to Underserved Learners

Orange Botswana Foundation has launched the first phase of its Education+/Back to School (BTS) 2026 programme, distributing essential school kits to learners in underserved communities. The rollout began on 7 May at Kalakamati, Makaleng and…

12 May 2026

Dr Naomi Garenne

Haven City Medical Clinic Targets Trusted, Quality Healthcare in Gaborone

Botswana’s growing demand for accessible, reliable and patient-centred healthcare has received a boost following the official opening of Haven City Medical Clinic in Bontleng, Gaborone. The newly launched private medical facility officially opened its doors…

12 May 2026

Mr Sheuneni Kurasha, SADC PF Director of Parliamentary Business and Programmes.

Official says SADC PF’s Model Law process built on consultation, rigour and implementation

By Moses Magadza An official from the SADC Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF) has said that the development of the Model Law on Constitutionalism and Rule of Law is anchored in a carefully structured, consultative and…

12 May 2026