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Herbert Mensah, the newly elected President of Rugby Africa, the governing body of rugby in Africa, delivered a keynote speech today at the Bloomberg New Economy Gateway Africa, Bloomberg’s flagship event in Africa. In his speech, he called for a change of mindset from World Rugby and African governments. “The talent drain is one of Africa’s most significant sporting challenges,” said Mensah. “We need World Rugby to increase its investment on the continent, and we also require African governments to contribute and invest in rugby so we can create more opportunities for African athletes to remain in Africa instead of…
Botswana’s best export model-cum-actress, Kaone Kario has been nominated for Best Actress in Canada for her role in Botswana high-profile film, “Partly Cloudy & Hot.” In the film, Kario plays Sara, a young woman living and working in Gaborone. The Best Actress nomination brings to a total of FOUR the nominations that the local film “Partly Cloudy & Hot” has secured in Canada alone so far. In a previous interview, the actress said that she fell ill during filming but used that to fuel her performance.Kaone Kario’s debut is unprecedented for a debut film actress. Few newcomers garner the international…
In a remarkable display of innovation and commitment, Dichaba Consumer Electronics (DICE), has positioned itself as a leading force in the consumer electronics manufacturing industry. The Botswana-based company, with a strong focus on enhancing African livelihoods through cutting-edge technology, has swiftly emerged as a strategic thought leader with the capability to drive local industry growth and stimulate the economy. Under the astute leadership of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Tarisai Nikki Chigodora, DICE has cemented its reputation as a visionary enterprise determined to propel Botswana into the forefront of the industrial revolution. Speaking about the company’s mission, Chigodora states, “DICE is…
Popular South African actor Zenzo Ngqobe has been nominated for Best Actor in Canada for his role in Botswana high-profile film, “Partly Cloudy & Hot.” The Best Actor nomination brings to a total of three the nominations that the film has secured in Canada alone so far. In the film, Ngqobe portrays KB, a husband whose manhood is challenged when his wife (played by Kaone Kario) hands him a male fertility test. KB is a sharp contrast to some of Ngqobe’s iconic roles including as a gangster in the Oscar-winning film, “Tsotsi”. Ngqobe says: “When I did Tsotsi I was…
“Partly Cloudy & Hot,” a high-profile short film starring Kaone Kario and Zenzo Ngqobe as a young couple has been nominated for two Best Short Film awards at a film festival in Canada. PCH, as the film is affectionately known, marks an auspicious film debut for Botswana-born supermodel Kaone Kario. The film has been nominated by the International Black and Diversity Film Festival. Lead actor in the film, Zenzo Ngqobe broke onto the acting scene in the Oscar-winning film Tsotsi in the role of Butcher. Since then, Ngqobe has amassed critical acclaim for his work on The River, Redemption, Scandal…
NAIROBI, Kenya, June 8, 2023/ — Ground-breaking takes place at the second green infrastructure project fast-tracked by President Ruto and Prime Minister Sunak at COP27; The installation will generate 35MW of clean and affordable electricity for Kenyans through transparent, predictable and reliable UK investment; The project is another example of Kenya’s pioneering climate leadership and the mutual benefits delivered through the UK-Kenya Strategic Partnership. The UK and Kenya have again delivered on commitments made at COP27 to combat climate change, create jobs and generate affordable power for Kenyans. Ground-breaking has taken place at Menengai Geothermal Power Plant, one of the…
A boxing promotion company, Scud Missile has announced that it will host the World Boxing Federation World Super Featherweight Title fight this Friday June 9th, 2023 at the lavish Grandpalm Hotel’s Gaborone International Convention Centre in Gaborone. The main bout will be between title holder, renowned local boxer Steven Bagwasi and Lunga Setimela of South Africa, with other local and regional boxers expected to make it to the ring too. Botswana’s Bagwasi is the defending WBF World Super Featherweight Title Belt champion. Bagwazi, 8-1 (2), takes on RSA champion Sitemela, 15-1 (9), in what will be his first title-defense. Winning…
Banana Club has announced the second iteration of the Banana Club Artist Fund (BCAF). The BCAF 2023 Open Call invites artists looking to discuss themes around ‘The socioeconomic patterns among African LGBTQIA+ communities’ through their work. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a portfolio of their work via a Google form on the bananaemoji.com website. Submissions to the call close Wednesday 5th July 2023, at 5pm. Established in 2022, The Banana Club Artist Fund is a three month-long residency designed to support LGBTQIA+ artists and creative entrepreneurs as they produce and present an artistic project facilitated through the support of…
The Council of Southern Africa Football Associations (COSAFA) has signed a 3-yearpartnership with the International Soccer Science & Performance Federation (ISSPF) to boost football-related industry knowledge across all levels in the region with a COSAFA Diploma in Soccer Science. The agreement is a huge step forward in the development of the game in Southern Africa and will open many avenues to a global career for those in the industry by providing quality coaching education across crucial spheres. Coaches and medical staff, from grassroots to the elite level, will have access to first-class online training courses delivered by some of the leading…
LONDON, UK: A new Botswana short film called “Partly Cloudy & Hot” will premiere at the Roxbury International Film Festival in the United States this June. According to the film’s Executive Producer Donald Molosi, “For Roxbury ‘s 25th anniversary they have invited our film to premiere in Boston.” PCH, as the film is affectionately known, will likely be accompanied by its producers and stars as it tours the world’s film festivals. “Partly Cloudy & Hot” marks Botswana-born model Kaone Kario’s film acting debut. Kario is often dubbed Botswana’s first supermodel. She rose to prominence after winning Face of Africa pageant…