⁣⁣Yesterday, I had the opportunity to engage the business community from a wide variety of sectors in a high-level Business Engagement Forum.


During my Fireside Chat with the business community, I implored them to be intentional and proactive in bringing forth contributions to lawmaking.

Politicians and public servants do not know it all.


The invitation was to foster inward collaboration with domestic businesses to drive solutions for national development. Partnering with the trailblazing SOE Botswana Stock Exchange (BSE) supported by Botswana Investment and Trade Centre (BITC), and Business Botswana, discussions focused on economic revitalization and diversification, job creation and business efficiency.

This forum was about more than just economic revitalization, it was about empowering small businesses, which were also in attendance, showcasing remarkable products and demonstrating their potential to drive growth.

Thank you to the business community for heeding the call to engage. Special and hearty thank you to Mogoditshane Senior Secondary School Choir for the melodies and BSE Board Chairperson Ms Neo Mooki on her thoughtful donation to the choir.

Together, we are shaping a resilient and inclusive economy.



#hlbf #mappingtogether #inclusivegrowthqualitylives video Courtersy of BTV News @⁣BotswanaTelevisionBW

⁣🎥 Remarks by the two Heads of State on conclusion of the working visit where 🇿🇦His Excellency President @CyrilRamaphosa hosted 🇧🇼His Excellency President @Duma_Boko at Mahlamba Ndlopfu - his official residence in Pretoria.

#betterafricabetterworld 🌍

BWBotswana Television - 11 February,2024



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Tonight, we are joined by the Minister of Sport and Arts Jacob Kelebeng.Our discussion focuses on the government’s new policies and commitments to improving Sport and Arts in Botswana


Credit - ⁣BWBotswana Television


#mosa #⁣BWBotswana

⁣Blood Parliament - BBC Africa Eye Documentary
⁣On June 25th 2024, blood was spilt at Kenya’s parliament. That day, thousands of protestors headed there to stop the 2024 finance bill being passed into law. En-route they were met with tear gas, truncheons, and even gunfire. When they got there, and stormed the legislature, some of that gunfire turned lethal. At least three people were killed: students, shopkeepers, and Sunday school teachers. Since then, no one has been held to account for their deaths. Now, using open-source intelligence (OSINT) and forensic techniques, #bbcafricaeye can expose the men who spilled blood on the grounds of Kenya’s parliament.
00:00 June 25th: Protesting a finance bill, livestreaming a revolution
01:10 “The People’s Assembly, belongs to the people”
03:37 The March to Parliament
04:03 'It's already really hard for everyone - the taxes will make life much harder'
04:50 'It's the working, middle and lower class against the ruling class'
06:10 The Day Begins: “This is something this country has never seen before”
08:04 Protesters Face Off with Police: “This is Kenya. We are one.”
11:02 Parliament is breached 13:00 David Chege and Ericsson Mutisya are killed ​
21:20 The Second Incursion: Eric Shieni is shot 26:24 Who killed Eric Shieni?
34:20 June 26th: President Ruto withdraws the 2024 Finance Bill 34:50 “You must listen to the heartbeat of the nation”

Courtersy of BBC

#financebill2024 #documentaries #bbcafricaeye

⁣Lesotho-Botswana Water Transfer Project

In Lesotho this morning, we toured Katse Dam and the Makhaleng River, the proposed site for the construction of a dam that will supply Botswana with 150 million m³ of water annually.

The Lesotho-Botswana Water Transfer Project reflects our shared vision for sustainable development, addressing Botswana’s long term water security needs while harnessing Lesotho’s abundant water resources.

This partnership strengthens our historic ties and ensures mutual benefit, demonstrating our collective resolve to pursue strength in oneness and the enduring spirit of African exchange.🇧🇼🇱🇸

#BotswanaInLesotho
#WaterSecurity
#regionalunity

⁣Duma Gideon Boko, President of the Republic of Botswana, addresses the General Debate of the 80th Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations (New York, 23 - 29 September 2025).

World leaders will gather to engage in the annual high-level General Debate under the theme, "Better together: 80 years and more for peace, development and human rights".

The General Debate of the United Nations General Assembly is the opportunity for Heads of State and Government to come together at the UN Headquarters and discuss world issues. Heads of State and Government and ministers will explore solutions to intertwined global challenges to advance peace, security, and sustainable development.

The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote.

The United Nations is an international organization founded in 1945. Currently made up of 193 Member States, the UN and its work are guided by the purposes and principles contained in its founding Charter.

General debate website: https://gadebate.un.org/

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⁣New Dawn in Selebi Phikwe

Yesterday, we had a meaningful engagement with the residents of Selebi Phikwe. A topic that continues to weigh heavily is the closure of the BCL Mine. Undoubtedly one of the most unfortunate events in our recent history.

As we chart the way forward, the launch of the Commission of Inquiry represents a critical step towards truth, justice, and accountability.

Equally important were the rich ideas you shared on economic diversification. Where feasible, these ideas will be supported to come alive and drive sustainable development. The outstanding academic performance of Phikwe schools serves as a powerful reminder that giving up is not an option.

Though broken, we shall rise. We will rebuild. In three years, transformation must be visible. Together, we must make it happen.

#PresidentialKgotlaMeeting
#selebiphikwe

⁣As Khuduthamaga Cultural Troupe, we believe that culture is the heartbeat of a free nation. Every movement we make and every costume we wear connects us to the history and resilience that led to this day.
Let’s honor our past, celebrate our present, and dance toward a brilliant future.
Keep the spirit alive!!!
#khuduthamaga #executivecommittee

⁣𝐀 𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐎𝐅 𝐋𝐈𝐅𝐄 𝐈𝐍 𝐒𝐎𝐍𝐆 & 𝐃𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄 | 𝐊𝐇𝐔𝐃𝐔𝐓𝐇𝐀𝐌𝐀𝐆𝐀 & 𝐅𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐒 𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐎𝐑
𝐓𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐀𝐌𝐎🕊
*"𝐔𝐛𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐮 𝐢𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧! 🙌🏾

Khuduthamaga Traditional Troupe, alongside dance groups from across the nation, came together in powerful unity to send off one of them, their beloved brother, Molebedi Tshiamo, with the rhythm of tradition and the spirit of community.


Through heartfelt songs and dances, they honored his memory in the most personal way—turning grief into celebration, sorrow into strength.Though Tshiamo may be gone, his legacy lives on in every step, every drumbeat, and every voice raised in his name.


💔✨ To his family, friends, and the Khuduthamaga family—may you find comfort in these bonds of culture and the love that surrounds you. Rest in peace, Tshiamo🙏
#theargus Online
#realnewsrealjournalism