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Botswana: Zimbabwe Shoppers Stream In
The influx of Zimbabwean shoppers into Botswana is set to continue after the government there extended the waiver on import duty for basic commodities from August 10 to December 31.
Botswana's President Skips SADC Summit Over Mugabe's Presence
Botswana made good Friday on its threat to boycott the Southern African Development Community summit taking place on Saturday if Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe is on hand, announcing that President Seretse ...
Exhibit Showcases Elephants' Artistry
STAMFORD Elizabeth Ball, president of TFI Envision, Inc. in Norwalk and former Norwalk resident, said her love of elephants is in her genes.
Botswana: Airport to Get Major Upgrade
Parliament on Tuesday approved the loan P124 million entered into between the Botswana government and the OPEC Fund for International Development for the upgrading and expansion of Sir Seretse Khama ...
Japans presence reflects growing relations
Japans Ambassador, Mr Ryoichi Matsuyama, says Botswana has potential to achieve greater socio-economic success in the coming years.
There is no standard to follow when constructing speed humps in Botswana, says Mr Khumo Manyathelo, a senior traffic engineer with the Gaborone City Council.
U.S. celebrations in Zimbabwe tempered by concern for Zimbabweans
The U.S. ambassador to Zimbabwe said it was difficult to be joyful about his country's Independence Day holiday on Friday because of the plight of opposition supporters camped in fear at the gates of his ...
A glare, then a bellow in Botswana
Hippos are among the meanest creatures of the African savanna, and Jeff Elder of Orange remembers vividly his brush last year with this one on a boat excursion in Botswana's Okavango Delta.
It was by far Botswana's biggest musical event of the year in fact, ever. Attending the official opening of the No 1 Ladies' Opera House was Precious Ramotswe, Africa's most famous detective in the shape of ...
SA, Botswana back energy project
London - Botswana and South Africa remain committed to a downsized CIC Energy Mmamabula energy project, Botswana energy minister Ponatshego Kedikilwe said on Tuesday.
Tourism is both a tool for leisure as well as a tool for socio-economic development, says environment, wildlife and tourism minister, Mr Kitso Mokaila.
SA attacks affect taxi businesses
Public transport operators plying the South Africa-Botswana route has been hit hard by the recent attacks on foreigners in South Africa.
Vice President, Lt General Mompati Merafhe says it is inappropriate for per capita income levels of African countries to be used as a sole measure of poverty.
Chinese Embassy builds two schools
The Chinese Embassy will build two primary schools in Botswana, Mr Sandy Mosarwa, the assistant public relations officer for the Ministry of Education, said.
Centre can help Batswana save money
Batswana have been called upon to support the National Food Technology Research Centre .
Area residents donate 1,500 books for Botswana schools
By MEGAN JAMES VERGENNES - After a week visiting friends in Addison County, Pam Shelton is headed back to Botswana, where she lives six months of the year, bringing more than her own luggage.
The Zebras will begin to make their own arrangements whenever they play away in the qualifiers for the 2010 African Nations Cup and Fifa World Cup gets underway next month.
Botswana, Cuba good friends VP
Botswana and Cuba enjoy excellent relations, says Vice President Lt Gen. Mompati Merafhe.
Chinga, the only black rhino that was relocated from the Chobe National Park to Khama Rhino Sanctuary in 2002 has finally given birth. via Latest News by the Government
Serowe Golden Girls itching to play competitive football
Serowe-based ladies soccer team, Golden Girls is yet to feature in competitive football since its formation early last year. via Latest News by the Government