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In this second article on the Hunting Trophies [Importation Prohibition] Bill, we will look into the mindset of Europeans concerning this piece of legislation. This has, to a large extent, been overlooked in the local press. The article will focus on...

When most people think of fossils they probably picture bones. But there’s much more to the global fossil record: plants, shells, minerals and insects. The study of fossil insects is called palaeoentomology. Palaeoentomologists like myself seek out...

An 8-year-old survivor of the tragic bus crash that claimed the lives of 45 people in Limpopo last Thursday has undergone a minor operation and is reportedly responding positively to the medication administered to her.According to reports, Minister...

The SA Housing and Infrastructure Fund (SAHIF), the largest black private investor in South Africa’s optical fibre industry, has embarked on an ambitious international drive to raise capital to accelerate the expansion of high-speed internet access...

Gregory Wings, an American entrepreneur known for his strategic investment ventures and visionary business acumen, has been making significant inroads into the African business landscape, demonstrating his relevance and impact as a global...

"In 2004, I experienced a devastating loss - I lost my dad and father-in-law within a week, both due to undiagnosed diabetes. The pain, anger, and frustration I felt were overwhelming. But I made a choice - I decided to channel that pain into...

Afrirent Holdings, a leading investment company with a proven track record of success, is making strategic moves to expand its operations into the thriving gaming and entertainment market of Southern Africa. Led by visionary entrepreneur Senzo...

One of Botswana’s oldest talent search shows, My Star is set to return for a 16th edition this year. The event is an innovative platform which is dedicated to showcasing the immense talent of Batswana youth. For a country with such a small...

ALL religions are fundamentally united in purpose and must manifest the fundamental virtues of the Supreme Being humanity serves, which include the quest for human dignity, justice and freedom for all.This is the view expressed by Boemo Sekgoma, SADC...

The latest annual central bank report on banking supervision has indicated that loans and advances for the household sector grew by 4.8 percent.According to Bank of Botswana (BoB), statistics household borrowings shot from P45.6 billion in 2021 to...

That morning, it rained cats and dogs. The old and dilapidated drainage system of this city could not cope. It probably gave up by the first drop.Within a fraction of second, the roads had turned into overflowing rivers. Worse off, my dearest and...

Liberty Life Botswana has attained a target of one billion pula assets under its management, over the past 15 years.The achievement is attributed to clients’ trust, Liberty Life Botswana Board Chair, Calistas Chijoro said.“We want to assure our...

This week, we will continue our discussion on people and snakes. Reader, were you able to identify the snake on p.2 of the June 23 issue of Botswana Guardian? If not, then you need to learn more about them. Read on! A knowledge of snakes – their...

The Botswana Musicians Union (BOMU) is demanding that the Board of National Arts Council of Botswana lacks an understanding that we, the Creative Industry Practitioners are primary clients, intended beneficiaries, and chief custodians of the Arts...

After a three-year pandemic pause, one of the largest convention organisations in the world has once again chosen Fairground Holdings and Adansonia Convention Centre to host its global three-day event, the 2023 “Exercise Patience”!...