UNBELIEVABLE: Botswana | History Defined

Indian-born cheetah gives birth to 5 cubs in MP's Kuno; marks beginning of Botswana lineage

Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh is experiencing a significant increase in its cheetah population. A female cheetah born in India has successfully given birth to five cubs. This marks the birth of the Botswana lineage in India, adding diversity to the cheetah genetics. Project Cheetah's team has been acknowledged…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

Botswana has so many elephants it approved the killing of 23 this week for independence celebrations

Botswana’s government has authorized the killing of 23 elephants for its independence day celebrations this week

The Independent UK · Oct 2

Watch as Sebestian Tounekti clashes with Botswana bench in AFCON qualifier

Watch as Celtic's Sebestian Tounekti clashes with Botswana bench in AFCON qualifier

The National (Scotland) · Sep 30

India, South Africa-led SACU group may ink terms of reference for negotiating trade pact on Aug 12

India and the SACU group will sign terms of reference for trade talks. Negotiations for a preferential trade agreement are expected to begin soon. South Africa is India's largest trading partner within the SACU bloc. Bilateral trade between India and South Africa saw a dip last fiscal year. Other SACU…

The Economic Times · Aug 10

Countries with most black mambas: From South Africa to Kenya, where the deadly snake is found

The black mamba, often cited as the most dangerous snake on the African continent, occupies a wide array of habitats. This snake thrives in arid savannas and rocky terrains throughout sub-Saharan Africa. Countries such as South Africa and Zimbabwe frequently report incidents of black mamba bites. Remarkably, sightings have increased…

The Times of India · Aug 4

Where do the world’s biggest diamonds come from? Geology now has answers

Some of the most extraordinary gems ever found belong to a rare class of diamonds known as CLIPPIRs (Cullinan-like, Large, Inclusion-Poor, Pure, Irregular, Resorbed). They make up less than 1% of all diamonds on Earth, and include three of the largest diamonds ever recovered, the Cullinan, at 3,106 carats, found…

The Conversation · Jul 19

Africa’s hottest new safari lodges are redefining luxury travel in the wild

From helicopter arrivals in Zambia to design-led lodges in Tanzania and ultra-luxury retreats in Botswana, a new wave of safari openings across Africa is transforming the classic game drive holiday into something far more immersive, stylish and experience-led.

Euronews · Jun 5

Video shows moment Hellfire missile cripples tanker bound for Iran's Kharg Island

The United States military disabled the Botswana-flagged oil tanker M/T Lexie in international waters after the vessel allegedly ignored repeated warnings and continued sailing towards Iran's Kharg Island, the US central command said. It also released the video from when a US aircraft struck the ship.

The Times of India · Jun 3

This Photographer Finds Stunning Visual Patterns In The Natural World (20 Images)

Jon McCormack’s photography is often framed to make you look closer, and then closer again. The Australian-born conservation and natural history photographer grew up surrounded by the stark landscapes of the Australian Outback, where life among sheep, cattle, drought, dust, and open space helped shape his respect for nature’s resilience…

Bored Panda · Jun 1

‘I want my life back’: drugs shortages lay bare economic impact of diamond crash in Botswana

Healthcare should be free but lack of essential supplies has led to patients being told to buy their own medicines

The Guardian - UK · May 30