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Large-scale citrus development in Botswana now in 2nd year of production

Botswana is a country, located in central Southern Africa. It has a proud longstanding history in Agriculture, but more focused in the beef industry and to an extent grains and maize production. Production of fruit is very limited , mostly...

Orange Phikwe Marathon Draws Record Crowd, Boosts Local Economy

The annual Orange National Phikwe Marathon took place this weekend and was hailed a great success, attracting a record turnout. A total of 2,200 runners registered for the event, making it one of the biggest in recent years. Minister of State...

Botswana leader heralds new era of bilateral cooperation

‘MANTŠANG KHUTLISI MASERU – Republic of Botswana president, Advocate Duma Gideon Boko, concludes his landmark four-day official working visit to Lesotho today. The visit is widely seen as a diplomatic milestone ran from July 15 to 18, cementing...

To be slim, famous and black

Actually, he could even be self-effacing about his self-deprecation! His favourite way of describing himself as a farmer on loan to politics was apt. He always thought of himself as nothing special, just an ordinary man who happened to ascend to...

Couples choose Botswana for eco-friendly honeymoons and diamonds

GABORONE, Botswana — An increasing number of couples are choosing Africa as their honeymoon destination, blending romance with a commitment to environmental consciousness. Among the top choices is Botswana, renowned for its eco-friendly and...

Namibia records 6 human trafficking cases in one year

Namibia has recorded six cases of trafficking in persons between June 2024 and June this year. This was shared during the commemoration of the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons held at Rundu. Trafficking in persons occurs within the country...

Moment enraged elephant charges at boat filled with terrified Brit safari tourists and lifts the vessel up with its tusks in croc-infested Botswana river

By JAMIE PYATT Published: 04:51 EDT, 25 July 2025 | Updated: 05:13 EDT, 25 July 2025 This is the terrifying moment a furious elephant charged at and lifted a boat filled with British tourists in a crocodile-infested river in Botswana. Footage...

De Beers is well positioned to thrive as market recovers, Anglo believes

JOHANNESBURG (miningweekly.com) – The commitment of Anglo American to exit the De Beers is unwavering, despite the belief of this secondary-listed Johannesburg Stock Exchange company that its iconic diamond mining and marketing business is well...

Boko charts bold course for Botswana’s economic future

President Advocate Duma Boko this week declared that Botswana has reached a decisive crossroads in its journey towards economic transformation.When addressing cabinet ministers, senior officials, and representatives from PEMANDU Associates at...

E-Drive Technology Botswana champions personalized auto insurance pricing

Partnering with some insurance companies to introduce the service “You don’t pay for electricity when the lights are off — so why should you pay full price for auto insurance when your vehicle sits idle in the garage or parking lot? Time once...

Soldier trampled to death on SA border

By Elmon Tshikhudo and Andries van Zyl Stray elephants crossing from Zimbabwe may have caused the death of a South African National Defence Force (SANDF) soldier stationed near Musina. Private Xavier Raynard (33) was apparently trampled by a herd...

A brutal, satisfying 108km walk through the Pans

The back-breaking distance was divided into three days with the first day made up of 28 kilometres from Sowa Lodge to Sowa Spit and Day Two consisting of 52kms from Sowa Spit to the majestic Kokonje island and then back to Sowa Spit. Day Three was...

How Global Women Rangers Are Conserving Nature For Future Generations

The Akashinga Project in Phundundu, Zimbabwe (Photo by GIANLUIGI GUERCIA/AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images World Ranger Day commemorates rangers killed or injured in the line of duty, and celebrates the work they do protecting the world’s...

What is personalized pricing, and how do I avoid it?

Recently, Delta Air Lines announced it would expand its use of artificial intelligence to provide individualized prices to customers. This move sparked concern among flyers and politicians. But Delta isn’t the only business interested in using AI...

BETP: Gamechanger or new wine in old skins?

Every time President Duma Boko speaks, his strategic direction in terms of the agility and dynamism of the public service is clear. With urgent budget and economic challenges banging on his door, a short few years to accomplish them and the...

South Africa records R22 billion trade surplus for June 2025

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has released preliminary trade statistics revealing that the country achieved a trade balance surplus of R22.0 billion for June 2025. This positive balance is attributed to robust export performance...

Global ties, local impact: LSU hosts 24 Mandela Washington Fellows focusing on leadership

2025 LSU Mandela Washington Fellows at LSU included: Israel Baelongandi, Democratic Republic of the Congo; Emma Kariuki, Kenya; Alidp Alli, Nigeria; Angemito Adel, Democratic Republic of the Congo; Skohar Samb, Senegal; Jessy Lugya, Uganda;...

Namibia’s ICT Development Index improves …connectivity must address affordability, digital skills, and quality

The International Telecommunications Union (ITU) released the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Development Index (DI) in July 2025. The index measures the level of Universal and Meaningful Connectivity (UMC) of 164 members states...

Oh, Lord, Why Ghana? Oh, Why?

I: „I understand, my Lord, and I do appreciate you telling your people that Ghana eventually will lead the New African Union by which will be the Ruler of the World. But please, teach us why Ghana and not any of the other 55 African countries?...