“Botswana affirms and appreciates the long standing relations with China.” These words were said by President Duma Gideon Boko during a courtesy call by His Excellency Mr. Shao Hong, Vice Chairperson of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC). Pic - BW Presidency Facebook
Sino-Tswana diplomatic relations celebrate golden jubilee as Chinese FM’s Africa charm offensive sweeps through Namibia, Republic of the Congo, Chad & Nigeria
The Pan Afrikanist Watchman Xi Jinping Exchanges Congratulatory Messages with Botswanan President Duma Boko on the 50th Anniversary of the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations Between China and Botswana On January 6, 2025, President Xi Jinping…
8 January 2025
Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have left ECOWAS to form their own Alliance of Sahel States (AES)
Dismantling Imperialism in Africa: Lessons from West Africa’s Anti-Colonial Uprisings
By Mafa Kwanisai Mafa & Arasiah Phiri In recent years, West Africa has emerged as a beacon of hope in the fight against neo-colonialism and imperialist exploitation. The region’s rejection of French dominance, exemplified by…
7 January 2025
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Unmasking the Myths: Understanding the Israeli Narrative and Its Impact on Christians in Africa
by Cde M.K Mafa In today’s global landscape, many Christians, particularly in Africa, are told that Israel is a “holy land” and the rightful homeland of the Jewish people. This narrative carries significant emotional and…
31 December 2024
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Israeli forces kill ‘soul of my soul’ grandad Khaled Nabhan in air strike on Gaza
A Palestinian grandfather, who grieved for his three-year-old granddaughter after she was killed in an Israeli air strike last year, was killed in another Israeli attack on central Gaza in December 16, 2024. Khaled Nabhan…
23 December 2024
The Iconic Taj Mahal Monument, a dedication of love
TAJ MAHAL; A LOVE STORY BUILT AT THE HEART OF AGRA CITY
Cynthia Thanda Love, such a beautiful word that carries so much weight. Some describe it as a feeling of butterflies, an emotion of sorts emitted by happiness. I have read so many books in an…
18 December 2024
Magaya-at-the-Wailing-Wall-in-Jerusalem.
Zionist Pentecostalism in Africa: A Threat to Security, Solidarity, and True Christian Values with Reflections on Zimbabwe
By Mafa Kwanisai Mafa* The rise of Zionist sponsored Pentecostalism in Africa represents a dangerous alignment of religious influence, political manipulation, and imperialist agendas. This movement, actively supported by apartheid Israel, undermines Africa’s security, weakens…
17 December 2024
Signing documents for Unipod is UNDP Resident Representative Mr Balazs Horvath, Education PS, Bonolo Khumotaka and UB Vice Chancellor Prof. David Norris
Botswana’s first University Innovation Pod (UniPod) will bridge the gap between higher education and industry
By Dr Faith Rapuleng-Tuelo* Botswana’s first University Innovation Pod (UniPod) will be officially launched this afternoon (Monday 16th December 2024) at 1500hrs, at the University of Botswana Innovation Centre, Block 222. The Minister of Higher…
15 December 2024
MOSIP: THE NEW FUTURE OF NATIONAL DIGITAL IDENTITY INFRASTRUCTURE
Cynthia Thanda The visit to the Modular Open Source Identity Platform on 13th December 2024 proved beyond doubt the immense power of technology to bring people together as journalists from East and Southern Africa drank…
13 December 2024
Alexey Moiseev has been serving as a Deputy Finance Minister of the Russian Federation since 2012. Prior to this Mr Moiseev worked in various senior positions in the private sector, and served as a senior economist at the Central Bank of the Russian Federation.
Russian Deputy Finance Minister Alexey Moiseev comments post the 2024 Kimberley Process Plenary Session
The 21st Kimberley Process (KP) Plenary Meeting under the UAE’s Chairmanship took place in Dubai from 12-15 November, 2024. The outcome of the UAE Chairmanship, which was held under the “Year of Delivery” motto, allows us…
11 December 2024
Hwange District resident draws water from a wildlife-revenue-supported borehole as her child looks on
Where Villagers Are Eternally Grateful for International Hunting Benefits
By Emmanuel Koro Johannesburg, 11 December 2024 Without any other sources of water, when you quench your thirst at one of the community boreholes funded by international hunting revenue in Hwange District, you will join…
11 December 2024
