BOTSWANA has been ranked as the least risky country for travel in Africa by Spain’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, according to its newly released 2025 global travel risk map. The southern African country joins a select group of global destinations—including Japan, South Korea, and several European nations—labelled as low-risk for Spanish nationals. The Spanish government’s advisory, … Read more
A ONCE quiet town 70 km south of Gaborone is fast becoming a symbol of Botswana’s industrial resurgence. In the heart of Lobatse, factory lines buzz with precision as hundreds of workers assemble the nerve centres of modern vehicles — wiring harnesses destined for Volkswagen and Nissan models across the continent. At the centre of … Read more
BOTSWANA is presenting itself as a new frontier for investors seeking reliable access to African markets, with a bold commitment to renewable energy, particularly solar power, at the heart of its pitch. The push was articulated by International Relations Minister Phenyo Butale, speaking to the Anadolu Agency during the Antalya Diplomacy Forum 2025 in Turkey. ‘Botswana has huge … Read more
BOTSWANA’S government has officially signed a long-delayed diamond sales agreement with Anglo American’s De Beers, securing a deal that is expected to boost the economy and create jobs. The agreement, which had been under negotiation since 2018, was provisionally agreed upon last year under Botswana’s previous leadership. However, it was only finalised on Tuesday, following new President … Read more
BOTSWANA’S government has announced immediate measures to support HIV/AIDS patients affected by the recent closure of several civil society organisations (CSOs) and non-governmental organisations (NGOs). These organisations previously provided vital prevention and treatment services for HIV/AIDS, and their suspension has raised concerns about service continuity. According to Christopher Nyanga, spokesperson for Botswana’s Ministry of Health, … Read more
BOTSWANA’S health sector is facing a significant challenge following the US suspension of foreign aid. Health spokesperson Christopher Nyanga confirmed on Wednesday that if the freeze becomes permanent, it would hinder progress in the country’s fight against HIV/AIDS. However, Nyanga reassured citizens that the availability of antiretroviral (ARV) medications, which are directly procured by the … Read more
BOTSWANA’S health sector is facing a significant challenge following the US suspension of foreign aid. Health spokesperson Christopher Nyanga confirmed on Wednesday that if the freeze becomes permanent, it would hinder progress in the country’s fight against HIV/AIDS. However, Nyanga reassured citizens that the availability of antiretroviral (ARV) medications, which are directly procured by the … Read more
BOTSWANA’S newly elected President, Duma Boko, expressed confidence that a long-awaited diamond sales agreement with mining giant De Beers could be finalised as early as Friday. Speaking at a Reuters NEXT Newsmaker event during the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Boko said his government and De Beers had agreed on most aspects of the … Read more
THERE’S a question that has consistently gripped Botswana’s politics: bomme ba kae? (where are the women?). It became even more urgent with the country’s 2024 general elections. Only 28 women stood for parliament out of 258 contestants, representing 10.85 percent. Only three women won their seats. This represents 4.92 percent of the 61 seats. It’s a drop from 5.26 percent … Read more
BOTSWANA’S President, Duma Boko, has emphasised the vital link between accountable governance and Africa’s economic prosperity, highlighting the need for transparency and rule of law. Speaking at the opening of the 2024 African Economic Conference in Gaborone, he described responsive governance as the foundation for peace, stability, and sustainable development across the continent. ‘Peace and … Read more