Diamond rebound prompts Botswana upgrade
Standard and Poor’s (S&P) has raised Botswana’s economic outlook from negative to stable, citing an upturn in the diamond sector.…
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Francistown celebrates 120 years
Yesterday Botswana’s second biggest city, Francistown celebrated 120 years! This will no doubt come as a big surprise to most,…
Regional drug barons invade Botswana
Despite intensified efforts to stem the tide of drugs surging into the country; international drug barons reportedly continue to target Botswana.…
Botswana in 60 seconds
This week when we stumbled across this cute Rhino Africa video, we just had to share it with you all.…
Government approves Botswana minimum wage hike for 2017/18
The Botswana government this week released a notice confirming that it has approved a 6% hike of the minimum wage…
New Botswana Science & Technology Park takes shape
The project through which the Botswana government is developing a Science and Technology Park is reportedly taking shape. Once officially…
Bahurutshe Cultural Lodge – a glimpse into the Setswana culture
Often, visitors to Gaborone are at a loss as to what to do because quite simply put, the city cannot…
Motswana’s art piece among “7 best artworks on offer at expo Chicago fair 2017”
Botswana’s own artist, Meleko Mokgosi (pictured below) is making waves at the ongoing sixth edition of the Expo Chicago fair.…
Progress on the procurement of Gaborone city interchanges
Thirteen companies have shown interest in constructing three interchanges in the capital City, Gaborone. Eight of the companies are…
The nation mourns Morake
Botswana’s former Education Minister, Kebatlamang Morake has died. Morake, who also served in various ministries and at one point acted…
10 amazing facts about hippos
Hippos often get a bad rep because let’s face it; they are known for being extremely foul tempered. What’s worse,…
Botswana transgender seeks legal recognition as female following gender re-assignment
In a case that could force Botswana’s conservative society to address the rights of the gay, lesbian and transgender…
MultiChoice’s DSTV – A Review
Those of you who’ve ventured beyond Botswana will know that you can often access the landline, internet access and cable…
Sir Ketumile Masire, the last member of Botswana’s inaugural cabinet
Batswana have laid to rest Botswana’s second President and the very last member of Botswana’s inaugural cabinet, Sir Ketumile Masire.…
Sir Seretse Khama, Botswana’s first president
With Sir Ketumile Masire’s passing, the period of mourning and his burial, naturally, Batswana’s emotions are still raw. Perhaps that…
Remembering the legend that was Sir Ketumile Masire – A tribute
The Botswana nation and indeed the rest of Africa and the world are in mourning. The night of the June…
The world mourns “The Great Lion” Sir Ketumile Masire
As messages of condolence poured in from across the country for The Great Lion, the legend that is Sir Ketumile…
Gantsi – home of the Kalahari Desert and meerkats
Gantsi (sometimes referred to as Ghanzi) Population – Just over 12 000 (2011 census) Location – Western Botswana and borders…
Special economic zone to house diamond trading hub
A Special Economic Zone is to be developed near the Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, where the Diamond Trading Company,…
Botswana ranked world number 1 in megafauna conservation
Botswana has been ranked number one in the world for its efforts to conserve megafauna. This is according to a…
The truth about religion in Botswana
I recently observed with great interest and a heavy heart a very emotionally charged discussion thread on religion in Botswana…
Botswana signs gender protocol
Image Source: SADC LinkedIn article President Lt Gen. Dr Seretse Khama Ian Khama this week signed and acceded to the…
8 Fascinating facts about Tsodilo Hills – A UNESCO World Heritage Site
Picture credit Wildlife Wanderer Due to its rich historical and cultural importance, Tsodilo was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site…
Solar-powered safari lodge is a gorgeous green retreat in Botswana
If visiting the Okavango Delta is on your bucket list and money is no object, you may want to…
Rock art at Thune Dam dates back 5,000 years
Earliest dated Southern African rock art at Thune, Botswana over 5,000 years old – new analysis reveals. Southern Africa is…
15 fun things to do in Kasane
It’ll come as news to many, but Kasane’s claim to fame is Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton getting married in…