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COSAFA Executive Director Sue Destombes has been honoured with the prestigious Forbes Woman Africa Sports Award for 2025 at a glittering ceremony in Pretoria on Wednesday.Destombes has been recognised for more than 30 years of service to the sports industry and has been a key player in the rapid expansion of COSAFA into an organisation that leads football development in the Southern African region. Hundreds of men and women have started their international playing careers at COSAFA events and gone on to have stellar careers – all under the stewardship of Destombes.But from the highest level of international football on…
Charity teams up with BBC Studios Natural History Unit and Botswana Ignite for country’s first international wildlife film and TV industry event Wildscreen has announced Maun, Botswana, as the location for its third African-basedWildscreen Festival. BBC Studios Natural History Unit areHeadline Sponsor once again and Botswana Ignite is the in-country partner. The two-day event runs 12-13th June in Maun, the gateway to the Okavango Delta. It builds upon the BBC NHU’s collaboration with Wildscreen on two previous festivals in Nairobi, Kenya in 2023 and Arusha, Tanzania in 2024 and theorganisations shared goal of supporting a more equitable international wildlife storytelling genre. Wildscreen Festival Botswana is being produced in partnership with Botswana Ignite, set up by the Government of Botswana to rapidly expand the country’s TV and film sector, to make it commercially viable, to create local content…
Agilitee, Africa’s pioneering electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer and greentech company, has signed a groundbreaking agreement with Guangzhou Thunder International Investment Co., Ltd. This partnership promises to transform the lives of thousands of Africans, providing them with a unique opportunity to own electric scooters and participate in a lucrative delivery program. The deal, facilitated by a recent visit to China by an Agilitee delegation, will see Guangzhou Thunder supply 40,000 scooters to South Africa over four years, with the option to provide more to other African countries where Agilitee operates. This initiative is expected to benefit countries such as Nigeria, Kenya,…
With the recent appointment of the first director of the Greater Mana Pools Ecosystem, it is poised to elevate its status as a premier conservation area with the potential to make a significant contribution to Zimbabwe’s socio-economic development. Located in northern Zimbabwe along the Lower Zambezi River, Mana Pools National Park was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site and a Ramsar Site. The park has large populations of hippo, crocodile, zebra, elephant and cape buffalo. It is also home to predators like lion, cheetah, wild dog, leopard and brown hyena. “As a world heritage site with 600 species of animals and plants, 23 of…
Nambitha Ben-Mazwi returns in Empini S2 as Ndoni Themba- a deeply troubled private security bodyguard in search of answers surrounding her father’s death. The role earned her the Best Actress award at the 2024 National Film and Television Awards. With the premier of Empini S2 on Showmax this 4th March 2025, Nambitha chats to Showmax about her role in the hit show, which was one of the 10 most streamed titles on Showmax last year. Would you consider Empini to be your most demanding role? Not the most demanding – I actually hoped for more fights, stunts, and physicality. However, it has been the most enriching, teaching me valuable lessons both on and off screen. I enjoyed setting the tone on set,…
Mzansi’s favourite telenovela, Sibongile & The Dlaminis is taking a production break, but don’t worry, the drama isn’t over just yet! Season two is still in full swing on Mzansi Wethu (DStv Channel 163), keeping viewers glued to their screens with its twists, betrayals, and heartwarming moments. Since its debut, Sibongile & The Dlaminis has captured the hearts of viewers with its gripping storyline of love, ambition and survival. At its core, the show follows the journey of a young woman whose life takes an unexpected turn, not only shaping herown destiny but also influencing the powerful Dlamini family and their…
Botswana faces a significant challenge with crocodile attacks, which pose a serious risk to both human life and livestock, particularly in rural communities that rely on water bodies for daily activities. Each year, multiple fatalities and considerable livestock losses are recorded due to these incidents, particularly in areas where people depend on rivers and lagoons for water, fishing, and transportation. In response to this growing concern, Okavango Wilderness Safaris has partnered with the Okavango Crocodile Monitoring Program (OCMP) to launch a vital awareness campaign. This initiative is designed to educate communities on the dangers posed by crocodiles and provide lifesaving…
In a renewed collaboration that merges fashion, craftsmanship, and cultural pride for the second time, Collections by Bk Proctor has teamed up with a local brewed alcohol beverage, St Louis Lager to launch the official merchandise for the HYPE THE HOMEGROWN campaign. This continued partnership reaffirms a shared commitment to celebrating Botswana’s creative and entrepreneurial spirit by promoting homegrown talent through fashion and branding. At the heart of this collaboration is a shared vision of championing local creativity and self- expression. Collections by Bk Proctor, a renowned premium apparel and footwear brand, continues to push the boundaries of contemporary design…
Orange Botswana has been officially certified as a Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute, a global authority that recognises excellence in people practices. This certification affirms the company’s commitment to fostering a workplace culture that prioritises career growth, meaningful work, fairness, work-life balance, and empowerment. Over the years, Orange Botswana has solidified its position as the number one telecommunications provider in the country, surpassing competitors in market share, service delivery, and innovation. This achievement reflects the dedication of its hardworking team and visionary leadership, led by CEO Néné Maïga. “Our people are at the heart of everything we do. This…
Mascom Wireless, through its flagship employee-led Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, Mascom 3-For-3, has pledged P100,000 to the Private Sector Disaster Response Fund (PSDRF) led by Business Botswana. This contribution is dedicated to supporting new mothers who have been impacted by the recent devastating floods across Botswana. The donation will be received by the Batlokwa Paramount Chief Kgosi Puso Gaborone this afternoon. The recent floods have left many families vulnerable, and among the most affected are new mothers, who now face the challenge of caring for their infants amidst adversity. Understanding the urgent need for essential supplies, Mascom’s donation will go directly toward purchasing nappies,…