Kookilwe represents Botswana at Miss World Tourism

Recently,Kookilwe was appointed as Miss World Tourism Botswana and now she is set to represent Botswana on the international stage wearing the tourism hat at China for the Miss World Tourism. The competition is slated for September 12 to October...

‘Climate justice, finance, fossil fuel phase-out’ — CSOs outline ACS2 expectations

African leaders, UN officials, and world presidents will convene in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia from September 8–10 for the second Africa Climate Summit (ACS2). The summit themed ‘Accelerating Global Climate Solutions: Financing for Africa’s Resilient...

Climate change hero? Think twice before planting a tree

Planting trees is often hailed as a simple solution to climate change. But when done indiscriminately, tree planting in Africa can cause more harm than good – displacing biodiverse and unique grasslands, reducing water availability and undermining...

How The Serengeti Safari Scandal Exposes Deeper Issues In Africa's Wildlife Tourism

Safari vehicles and people obstructing the path of the Great Migration at the Kogatende crossing point on the Mara River in the Serengeti National Park, Tanzania. Nick Kleer On July 21, a footage of dozens of safari vehicles blocking wildebeest...

Botswana minister hails China ties for driving development

GABORONE, Sept. 5 (Xinhua) -- China has made significant contributions to Botswana's development over the past 50 years, Botswana's Minister of International Relations Phenyo Butale said Thursday at a reception marking the golden jubilee of...

Climate Summit health focus urged as vector-borne diseases spike

Health experts say next week’s Africa Climate Summit offers a high-stakes opportunity to prioritise a sector that is on the frontline of the human impacts of global warming. In Southern Africa, countries such as Botswana, eSwatini, Namibia, and...

Botswana's Health Crisis Exposes Country's Fragile Political, Economic Systems

Kim Heller|Published 33 minutes ago 5min Kim Heller Once celebrated as a stronghold of democracy and stability in Africa, Botswana is now displaying worrying signs of deterioration, as the nation grapples with economic and health challenges....

Former Botswana regulator Peter Kesitilwe to head African iGaming Alliance

The African iGaming Alliance (AIA) has appointed Peter Emolemo Kesitilwe as its inaugural Chief Executive Officer, formalizing leadership at the newly created trade and standards body for the continent’s online gambling sector. Kesitilwe, formerly...

RAK Ruler, Botswana Pres. explore ways to boost bilateral ties

Strengthening bilateral ties His Highness welcomed President Boko and his accompanying delegation, highlighting the deep-rooted ties between the two friendly nations across various sectors. He reaffirmed the shared commitment to advancing mutual...

Botswana sees softest inflation rate since August 2020

Disclaimer: The following content is generated automatically by a GPT AI and may not be accurate. To verify the details, please watch the videoIn a recent interview on CNBC Africa, Kealeboga Mogodi, Head of Business and Commercial Sales at Stanbic...

Botswana, China work to advance healthcare

Botswana's Health Ministry has hailed a medical breakthrough after the 17th Chinese Medical Team from Fujian province introduced advanced minimally invasive urological surgical techniques at Nyangabgwe Referral Hospital, a major medical facility....

Dolphins, whales, bears… these are the best cruises for seeing wildlife

Whether you’re spotting whales in Iceland, searching for bears in Alaska or on the look out for dolphins in Mexico, some of the best wildlife encounters can be found on cruises. Excursions are led by specialist guides who will ensure you can see...

UN expert Probes Botswana’s Indigenous Peoples’ rights record

The United Nations Special Rapporteur on the rights of Indigenous Peoples is in Botswana to assess the situation of the Basarwa, focusing on land rights, justice, equality, culture, and climate change for report to be presented to the UN Human...

Botswana Grapples with Economic Crisis as Diamond Demand Collapses

Botswana is confronting a severe economic crisis, driven by a profound and potentially permanent shift in the global diamond market that threatens the foundation of the nation’s wealth. The situation has forced the government to devalue its...

Botswana’s lifeline: From desperation to global vaccine leadership

The genesis of BVI Botswana's economy once heavily relied on its cattle, with livestock contributing almost 40% of its GDP and serving as the livelihood for nearly every Motswana. The nation enjoyed robust beef exports to the European Union until...

Beyond the Big Five

Madikwe Game Reserve has a reputation for classic Big Five sightings, yet the real surprise is how much more there is to see once you start looking closer. Set along the Botswana border in South Africa’s North West, this malaria-free reserve spans...

Botswana Tech Summit a success

Botswana Tech Summit: In his speech His Honour The Minister of Finance and The Vice President of the Republic of Botswana said, “We are gathered here not just to talk about bits and bytes, but to anchor a national transformation around digital...

Kgare Insurance Brokers charts bold course for sustainable growth

Kgare Insurance Brokers, a citizen-owned company in Botswana’s insurance sector, has unveiled a fortified leadership line-up as part of its drive to deliver innovative, future-ready insurance solutions. Anchored by a governance framework of...

UN exposes gaps in Botswana’s Disability Inclusion

A new United Nations (UN) report has delivered a pointed critique of Botswana’s disability rights efforts, warning that despite legislative milestones, systemic failures in oversight, outdated laws, and entrenched stigma continue to marginalise...

FAO launches new projects to transform Botswana's agricultural sector

GABORONE, Sept. 4 (Xinhua) -- The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) on Thursday launched eight new projects for Botswana to support the country's vision of transforming its agricultural sector to drive economic growth...