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Nǃxau ǂToma; The Extraordinary Journey of the Bushman Who Touched the World

In the vastness of the Kalahari Desert, a story unfolded that would transcend cultural boundaries and captivate audiences worldwide. In 1980, South African director Jamie Uys embarked on a quest to find authenticity for his film, “The Gods Must Be Crazy.” His

March 8, 2024

Africa·Travel·Zimbabwe

Botswana’s President Masisi Firm on Passport-Free Access for Zimbabweans

Botswana’s President, Mokgweetsi Masisi, staunchly advocates for the removal of passport requirements between Zimbabwe and South Africa, aligning this proposal with SADC guidelines and the principles of good neighborliness. “In line with the Southern African Development Community (SADC) guidelines and good neighborliness,

February 25, 2024

Crime·Zimbabwe

Botswana Man Arrested for Alleged Murder of Zimbabwean National

In a tragic turn of events, a Botswana man, Nhliziyo Butho, has been arrested and charged with murder. The incident, which occurred near the Botswana-Zimbabwe border, involved a violent assault leading to the death of a Zimbabwean man. According to police reports,

December 28, 2023

Zimbabwe

Botswana MPs Oppose Zimbabwe Passport-Free Travel Plan

The recent proposal to eliminate passport requirements for travel between Botswana and Zimbabwe has sparked significant debate among Botswana’s parliamentarians. The proposal, announced by Zimbabwe President Emerson Mnangagwa and Botswana President Mokgweetsi Masisi, would allow citizens of both countries to use national

December 17, 2023

Africa

Arrest Warrant Issued for Former Botswana President Ian Khama

A warrant of arrest has been issued for former President of Botswana, Ian Khama, who has been charged with 14 criminal offenses, including unlawful possession of a firearm and receiving stolen property. The warrant was issued by acting regional magistrate, Mareledi Dipate,

December 29, 2022

Botswana

Botswana Appeal Court upholds ruling decriminalising gay sex

Botswana’s Appeal Court has upheld a 2019 landmark ruling decriminalising gay sex in the country. A five-judge bench unanimously ruled that the criminalisation of same-sex relationships violated the constitutional rights of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people. In 2019, the

November 30, 2021

Africa

United Nations Human Rights Commissioner welcomes ruling on gay sex in Botswana

The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet welcomed the decision by the High Court of Botswana to reject sections of the penal code that criminalise consensual same-sex relations and impose up to seven years in prison. The unanimous decision

June 12, 2019

Africa·Botswana

Botswana government lifts hunting ban in massive blow to country’s tourism

The Botswana government announced on Wednesday they are “lifting the hunting suspension in an orderly and ethical manner”. A decision that seemed inevitable, but nevertheless is an enormous blow for Botswana’s tourism and conservation reputation. Since President Masisi’s announcement last year proposing

May 23, 2019

Zimbabwe

Botswana’s President lauds his country as a great investment destination

Botswana’s new president Mokgweetsi Masisi has lauded his country as a great place for businesses to invest in Africa. Speaking at the much anticipated Gaborone Town hall discussion on youth entrepreneurship at Gaborone International Convention Center, on Tuesday. “We must stop this

April 25, 2019

Zimbabwe

Botswana’s president denies report of $600 million loan to Zimbabwe

Botswana’s president on Friday dismissed a report that the country had offered Zimbabwe a $600 million diamond-backed loan and said his government had only offered to guarantee a $100 million private credit line for Botswana companies to invest in their troubled neighbor.

March 1, 2019

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