FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 2 - The Untold Story

Dolly covers, Scottish kings and a chocolate surplus – take the Thursday quiz

Fifteen questions on general knowledge and topical trivia, plus a few jokes, every Thursday. How will you fare?

The Guardian - UK · Apr 4, 2024

Botswana threatens to send 20,000 elephants to Germany

President Mokgweetsi Masisi offers to send the animals as a ‘gift’ to Berlin amid a dispute over hunting trophies.

Al Jazeera · Apr 3, 2024

Botswana Threatens To Send 20,000 Elephants To Germany

Botswana's President threatens to send 20,000 elephants to Germany over trophy hunting dispute, sparking international debate.

Top News · Apr 3, 2024

Okavango River bridge captures Botswana’s conservation story

The new bridge connects the formerly isolated eastern panhandle, boosting economic opportunities and social cohesion, says President Masisi

The Independent UK · Mar 27, 2023

Botswana issues arrest warrant for ex-President Ian Khama

An arrest warrant has been issued in Botswana for former President Ian Khama on a charge of illegal possession of firearms

The Independent UK · Jan 2, 2023

Was a rhino killed in Botswana’s Khama Rhino Sanctuary?

Officials deny the multiple reports that a white rhino was killed and dehorned within the sanctuary’s borders

The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2022

Spy chiefs warn Botswana’s ex-president of attempts on his life

Exclusive: Ian Khama, arch-critic of his successor, points to official evidence of plots to poison him

The Independent UK · Jun 29, 2022

Trophy hunters slaughter Botswana's biggest elephant and pose with 8ft tusks

The hunting of incredible wildlife is now legal again in Botswana as Big Game hunters pose with the country's iconic elephant, said to be one of the biggest in the world

Daily Mirror · Apr 21, 2022

With Russia shunned, Botswana's president seeks top spot in diamond trade

Botswana, the world’s second-largest diamond producer, is looking to play a more prominent role in the industry as No. 1 player Russia faces international outrage following its invasion of Ukraine.

Tribune News Service · Mar 6, 2022