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…
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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…
Kasane home to the Chobe National Park
Kasane – The name Kasane is derived from the Subiya word ‘masane’ meaning the waterberry tree. Population approximately 24,688 (based…
Maun Educational Park to be refurbished to attract tourism
Botswana’s Minister of Environment, Natural Resources, Conservation and Tourism, Tshekedi Khama says the revamping of the Maun Educational Park will…
15 things to do in Maun
I think it’s safe to say with Maun being the ‘gateway to the Okavango Delta’, it should be one of…
Maun
Maun popularly known as Mauuu, Ko Motsing Population approximately 60,263 Location lies in Northern Botswana on the Southern fringes of…
Fighting for the survival of rhinos
Botswana is renowned for its spectacular wildlife and pristine wilderness areas and its tireless fight against poaching is paying dividends…
8 interesting facts about the film, A United Kingdom
The film, A United Kingdom was released in America on the 10th of this month. Off the back of that,…
Gaborone 5th most livable African city
It may come as no surprise to most, but here it is in black and white; Botswana has been declared…
David Oyelowo gets surprise visit from president of Botswana
David Oyelowo, who stars as Sir Seretse Khama, the first president of Botswana in “A United Kingdom,” says his character’s…