The greater Khama family often tops the collective mind whenever political dynasties come up in conversation. Whether judged by size or influence, the Khamas have built an unmatched familiarity with Botswana’s corridors of power that will take a long time to rival. They certainly hold a unique place in Botswana’s history, but in a creeping number of ways, the Khamas have now met their match and been outdone by a lesser-known dynasty in a political...
Brigadier (Ret.) Peter Magosi, Director General of the national intelligence agency, the Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS), has finally addressed the rumors circulating on social media about an alleged extension of his contract. In an exclusive interview on Thursday, Magosi revealed that, like many others, he first encountered the news of his supposed contract renewal on Facebook. “Tseo tsa extension ke di bonela hela mo facebook,” he remarked candidly.
As climate volatility intensifies and global scrutiny on environmental governance increases, Botswana’s conservation model stands at a defining moment. Protecting wildlife alone is no longer sufficient; safeguarding natural capital now requires measurable systems, renewable energy transition and disciplined environmental accountability. The newly released 2025 Wilderness Botswana Impact Report positions the organisation not simply as a tourism operator, but as a long-term investor in the resilience, governance and future competitiveness of Botswana’s conservation economy. At the...
Following its successful hosting of the 2026 SADC Sustainable Energy Week, Botswana has officially passed on the mantle of leadership for this vital regional forum, underscoring its expanding role in Southern Africa’s energy cooperation. The event spotlighted the collective determination across Southern Africa to accelerate the energy transition while enhancing cross-border power integration. In doing so, it firmly established Botswana as a rising anchor in the region’s dynamic energy landscape. Addressing the high-level assembly, Bogolo...
With Africa poised to become the world’s fastest-growing aviation market, policymakers and industry leaders are focused on a central challenge: how to translate rising demand into sustainable connectivity, competitiveness, and financial viability. This question anchored deliberations at the two-day Airlines, Capital and Connectivity Forum convened in Nairobi on 25–26 February 2026 by the African Development Bank Group in partnership with the African Airlines Association (AFRAA). Despite strong demand fundamentals, Africa’s aviation sector continues to face...
Moshana Village – The Minister of Youth and Gender Affairs, Honourable Lesego Chombo, has called on Batswana to play an active role in advancing justice, equality and empowerment for women and girls, stressing that gender equality must begin at home and be sustained across communities and institutions. Speaking during the commemoration of International Women’s Day in Moshana Village on Wednesday, the Minister said the 2026 theme, “Give to Gain: Advancing Justice, Equality and Empowerment for...
Botswana stands at a pivotal crossroads in its labor and industrial relations landscape as it prepares to host the 3rd Industrial Relations Conference in May 2026 under the banner “New Dawn: Key to Industrial Relations Transformation.” This theme captures more than a slogan; it resonates deeply with the country’s recent political shift to a government prioritizing human rights for the first time in its history and the enactment of a sweeping new Employment and Labour...
Across Africa and beyond, women continue to shape and elevate the stories that define our societies. In celebration of International Women’s Month, CANAL+ pays tribute to the storytellers, athletes, mothers, creators, leaders and icons whose voices inspire millions of households across the continent. The African entertainment industry is driven by women, actresses, directors, screenwriters and producers who bring depth and authenticity to every production. From captivating telenovelas and popular comedies to powerful drama series, female...
