How Botswana is learning to live alongside elephants
Botswana has as many elephants as it does people, leading to conflict where they both live in close quarters. Can…
Tag: Okavango Delta
Machaba Safaris opens luxury camp in Botswana’s Okavango Delta
African-based safari operator Machaba Safaris will open Kiri Camp, a luxury tented camp in Botswana’s Okavango Delta, in June. With…
Natural Selection creates a sustainable safari in Botswana
Natural Selection has introduced an eight-day sustainable safari through Botswana. Travellers will visit the Makgadikgadi Pans and the Okavango Delta…
Okavango Delta boosts work to involve communities in conservation
With the support of UNESCO, UNDP, the Government of Botswana and local partners, projects to support conservation and sustainable livelihoods…
Okavango Eternal: Protecting a natural wonder
Through Okavango Eternal, De Beers is in partnership with National Geographic to address one of Africa’s most critical conservation challenges:…
Why this lesser-known town in Botswana is the perfect post-safari destination
Maun has blossomed as travellers needed a mandatory PCR test before returning from the Okavango Delta, but this Botswana town’s…
Botswana moves rhinos out of Okavango Delta as poaching worsens
(Bloomberg) — The Botswana government is moving rhinos out of the Okavango Delta after a surge in poaching that has…
You know the drill: Prince Harry issues another eco-plea… this time for his beloved Botswana
Prince Harry has spoken out against drilling by an oil and gas company in the Okavango River basin in a…
Desert & Delta Safaris increases its portfolio with Nxamaseri Island Lodge acquisition
Desert & Delta Safaris has announced a new addition to its luxury lodge portfolio. The company which is based, owned…
Botswana doesn’t care if you see the Big Five – and that’s what makes it such a special safari destination
Botswana puts its animals before its tourists, creating, in turn, a better experience for everyone. Botswana is playing the long…
UK NGO makes elephant migration from Botswana-Angola through KAZA corridor safer
A British Non-Governmental Organisation is working with the Government of Angola to clear mines from one of Africa’s largest and…
Africa beckons: Ultra-luxe travel with a conscience
Roar Africa is redefining ultra-luxury travel with a range of storybook experiences that also support conservation, humanitarian work and economic…
Okavango Craft Brewery: craft beer out of Maun that you just have to try!
Every so often, we spot a local business venture that truly deserves to be celebrated. One such company is Okavango…
185 organisations call on Canadian officials to hold ReconAfrica accountable for massive oil and gas plans near Okavango Delta
185 community and NGOs from around the world have urged Canadian authorities to investigate further Canadian mining company, ReconAfrica’s oil exploration…
Oil exploration company in Okavango wilderness misled investors, complaint to SEC says
A whistleblower complaint to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission cites “egregious” violations by ReconAfrica and executives. By Laurel Neme…
Botswana’s Xigera Lodge has a light footprint and a major impact
In Botswana, a country renowned for its considered approach to wildlife protection, this reinvented camp is taking things to the…
Beautiful Botswana: Exploring the Okavango Delta
With the pandemic decimating the tourist industry, locals are delighted to welcome visitors back to this magnificent wildlife haven. OKAVANGO…
You could win a luxury safari for 2 in Botswana when you answer this simple question
When it comes to bucket-list vacations, an African safari ranks high for many travellers. For some, it could take years…
Travel + Leisure announces The 2021 It list of Best New Hotels – and Botswana’s Jack’s Camp, Xigera Safari Lodge make the cut
The list celebrates 73 of the most impressive openings of the past year, showcasing the travel industry’s resilience, creativity and…
What it’s like visiting Botswana right now
When another Land Cruiser passes ours we rumble to a halt. It’s not uncommon to stop and share animal intel…
Is Botswana losing the war against rhino poaching?
Rhino carcasses are piling up, suggesting that Botswana is on the losing end of the protracted war against poachers. Sunday Standard…
Recon Botswana oil exploration goes ahead amid international pressure
The Botswana government remains relentless in its bid to allow Canadian oil and Gas Company ReconAfrica smooth passage to undertake…
Botswana Denies 120 Rhinos Poached in 18 Months
Botswana, confronting an unprecedented rise in poaching, has refuted reports by former President Ian Khama that at least 120 rhinoceroses…
Botswana stresses environment in talks on ReconAfrica
Botswana has stressed the importance of permitting and environmental regulations in comments around Reconnaissance Africa’s plans – and a prohibition…
Botswana denies fracking claims
BOTSWANA claims that no mining, drilling or fracking activities are taking place in its protected areas of Tsodilo Hills and…
UNESCO vigilant on potential impacts of oil exploration in Namibia and Botswana on World Heritage properties
UNESCO’s World Heritage Centre has been made aware of petitions by civil society groups received by the UNESCO office in…