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President Hage Geingob of Namibia (File Picture)

Namibia criticises German support for Israel over ICJ genocide case

By Danai Nesta Kupemba BBC News Namibia has condemned former colonial ruler Germany for rejecting a case at a UN court accusing Israel of committing genocide in Gaza. Germany has offered to intervene on Israel’s…

14 January 2024

iNkosi Zwelivelile Mandela (TPA File Picture)

Address by Nkosi ZMD Mandela, MP to the Mass Gathering at Nelson Mandela Place

Glasgow, Scotland on Saturday 13th January 2023 at 15:00 Programme Director Comrades and Friends Ladies and Gentlemen I bring you revolutionary greetings from South Africa. I address you today as a free man because generations…

13 January 2024

‘We are ready for a war’: Somalia threatens conflict with Ethiopia over breakaway region

Somaliland hoped to be recognised as a country after port deal with landlocked Ethiopia – but move has sparked fury in Somalia Somalia is prepared to go to war to stop Ethiopia recognising the breakaway…

13 January 2024

The outcome of the US presidential race is not of great concern to us, Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s interview with Rossiya Segodnya International Information Agency, December 31, 2023

Question: What will happen to the representatives of the Kiev regime once Russia achieves its objectives in the special military operation in Ukraine? Will an investigation into the crimes of the Kiev regime be initiated and…

10 January 2024

Solidarity rally held in Mandela Square, Ramallah, ahead of the ICJ hearing set for January 11 and 12 at The Hague, The Netherlands - Pic (Laith Jada)

South Africa assembles best legal brains for its case against Israel at the International Court of Justice

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman The International Court of Justice (ICJ), the principal judicial organ of the United Nations, will hold public hearings on the request for the indication of provisional measures submitted by South Africa…

10 January 2024

BRICS leaders in a show of unity (PIC. Contributed)

BRICS expansion shows its bright prospect, China’s top diplomat tells the Media

The Pan Afrikanist Watchman BRICS expansion has shown its bright prospect, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin said on January 2 at a daily press briefing. Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Iran,…

8 January 2024

Ruins and devastation stare Ukraine in the eye but ceasefire or peace talks are not an option for the authorities

There Is a Path to Victory in Ukraine – Article by Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba for “Foreign Affairs” (USA)

14 December 2023 14:51 FOREIGN AFFAIRSRUSSIA’S AGGRESSION AGAINST UKRAINEUSA It was almost two years ago that Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. As another winter of war arrives, voices skeptical of the country’s prospects…

2 January 2024

Russian rains missiles on Kyiv (Pic. Ukraine Ministry of Foreign Affairs)

Statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine on Russian missile attacks on Ukraine

02 January 2024 11:19 RUSSIA’S AGGRESSION AGAINST UKRAINE On the night of January 2, 2024, the Russian Federation conducted another massive missile attack on Ukrainian cities.  The enemy launched dozens of attack drones, cruise and…

2 January 2024

Republic of South Africa institutes proceedings against the State of Israel and requests the Court to indicate provisional measures

THE HAGUE, 29 December 2023. South Africa today filed an application instituting proceedings against Israel before the International Court of Justice (ICJ), the principal judicial organ of the United Nations, concerning alleged violations by Israel…

29 December 2023

SADC-Chairperson-and-Agolas-President-Joao-Manuel-Goncalves-Lourenco-promises-to-engage-Botswanas-President-Dr-Mokgweetsi-Masisi-to-resolve-his-dispute-with-ex-president-Ian-Khama. Pic (C) Botswana Ministry of Foreign Affairs

President Dr Mokgweetsi Masisi meets SADC Chairperson in Angola over ex-President Lt. Gen Ian Khama’s self-imposed exile

GABORONE, 29th December 2023 His Excellency the President, Dr Mokgweetsi E.K. Masisi, paid a one-day visit to Angola, on 28th December 2023, at the invitation of His Excellency Mr. João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço, President of…

29 December 2023

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