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Did toxic algae kill hundreds of elephants in Botswana?

More than 350 elephants in Botswana died from toxic waterholes contaminated with cyanobacteria in 2020.

Al Jazeera · Dec 9, 2024

‘Climate-induced poisoning’: 350 elephants probably killed by toxic water

Satellite data analysis suggests algal blooms could be behind mass die-off in Botswana that sparked flurry of theories in 2020

The Guardian - UK · Nov 29, 2024

In a world where political polarization and disengagement are denting democracy, does Botswana’s ‘kgotla’ system hold the key?

In late October, more than 80% of Botswana’s electorate went to the polls and voted out the incumbent government. The unexpected result was accepted by all parties, and the outgoing president immediately announced his plans for a smooth transition of power.

The Conversation · Nov 25, 2024

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Olympic Champion Tebogo Aims To Inspire Next Generation Of African Athletes

After upstaging powerhouses the United States and Jamaica to win a rare Olympic sprint gold for Africa, Letsile Tebogo aims to unleash the "deadly" untapped potential of athletes from the continent.

International Business Times · Nov 20, 2024

Botswana’s election shock: analyst reflects on why voters kicked the ruling party out after 58 years

The dramatic loss of power by the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), which had governed Botswana since independence in 1966, will go down in history as one of the biggest electoral upsets in Africa.

The Conversation · Nov 12, 2024

Thousands turn out for inauguration of Botswana's new president, who calls for unity

Thousands of people from around Botswana have attended the inauguration of their country’s new president, Duma Boko

The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2024

Botswana’s new president: who is Duma Boko and what does he stand for?

The electoral defeat delivered to the Botswana Democratic Party led by Mokgweetsi Masisi was met with incredulity in neighbouring states. Not many expected the party that had run the country comfortably since independence in 1966 to be so roundly defeated in national elections on 30 October 2024. Of the 61…

The Conversation · Nov 6, 2024

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Revisiting Prince William's Last Working Trip to South Africa With Brother Prince Harry

The Prince of Wales visited Botswana, Lesotho and South Africa in 2010 alongside his estranged brother.

Marie Claire · Nov 2, 2024

Botswana's President Masisi Concedes Defeat After Losing Parliamentary Majority

Botswana's President Masisi concedes defeat as opposition coalition UDC secures parliamentary majority, signaling a shift in power dynamics. Economic chall...

Masisi concedes defeat in Botswana's presidential election

Botswana's President Mokgweetsi Masisi on Friday conceded defeat after preliminary results showed his ruling Botswana Democratic party lost its parliamentary majority in this week's election.

Radio France Internationale · Nov 1, 2024

Botswana Leader Concedes Defeat After Party Drubbed In Election

Botswana's president conceded defeat on Friday after his ruling party, which had ruled the diamond-rich African country for nearly six decades, suffered a resounding defeat in general elections.

International Business Times · Nov 1, 2024

Botswana opposition wins election; BDP ousted from power after 58 years

Mokgweetsi Masisi concedes defeat to Duma Boko after shock outcome for the long-governing Botswana Democratic Party.

Al Jazeera · Nov 1, 2024

A little-known startup is acquiring enormous diamonds—and shaking up a $100 billion industry

HB Antwerp uses a blockchain to track diamonds and to route more money to the stones' home country. Industry giant DeBeers has followed suit.

Fortune · Oct 31, 2024

Botswana Election: Voters Decide Future Amid Economic Challenges

Botswana's national election: economic challenges, leadership competition, and political tensions. Impact on stability and progress.

Botswana elections: Ruling party seeks to extend 58 years in power

Botswana Democratic Party remains a favourite despite slow economic growth caused by declining demand for diamonds.

Radio France Internationale · Oct 30, 2024

Botswana’s stability tested in tough election for President Masisi

Botswana goes to the polls this Wednesday with incumbent President Mokgweetsi Masisi facing three main challengers in what analysts are calling the country’s most competitive vote yet. The prosperous, diamond-rich nation has maintained a stable democracy since gaining independence from Britain in 1966.

Al Jazeera · Oct 30, 2024

Botswana election: Who is in the running and what’s at stake?

Some 1 million Batswana will vote amid worries about the economy as diamond dollars fall.

International Business Times · Oct 30, 2024

Botswana Votes With Ruling Party Seeking To Extend Six Decades Of Power

Southern Africa's diamond-rich nation of Botswana voted in general elections Wednesday with the ruling party seeking to extend its nearly six-decade rule and hand a second term to President Mokgweetsi Masisi.

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International Business Times · Oct 30, 2024

Botswana Votes With Ruling Party Aiming To Extend Six Decades Of Power

Southern Africa's diamond-rich nation of Botswana votes in general elections Wednesday, with the ruling party seeking to extend its nearly six-decade rule and hand a second term to President Mokgweetsi Masisi.

The Independent UK · Sep 11, 2024

Grand Tour stars committed ‘international crime’ without realising in final episode

Exclusive: Clarkson, Hammond, and May say their last adventure may have led to some illicit activity

Al Jazeera · Aug 30, 2024

Why is Namibia culling elephants and hippos for meat?

The country is facing its worst drought in decades and people are going hungry, officials say.

Bored Panda · Aug 29, 2024

Miners Find The Second Biggest Diamond Ever And It’s 2,492 Carats, People Are Amazed

Diamonds are mined in about 25 countries today yet Botswana is still one of the world’s leading ones, especially now with its recent unique discovery. The post Miners Find The Second Biggest Diamond Ever And It’s 2,492 Carats, People Are Amazed first appeared on Bored Panda.

The Independent UK · Aug 27, 2024

Namibia will cull 83 elephants and 30 hippos to distribute meat to people hit by drought

One hundred and fifty-seven animals have already been hunted by professional hunters

International Business Times · Aug 22, 2024

World's Second Largest Diamond Found In Botswana

A massive 2,492-carat diamond -- the second largest in the world -- has been discovered in Botswana, the Canadian mining company that found the stone announced Thursday.

The Independent UK · Aug 22, 2024

The biggest diamond in over a century is found in Botswana -- a whopping 2,492 carats

The largest diamond found in more than a century has been unearthed at a mine in Botswana

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