Botswana joins G7 effort as key certifier in Russian diamond ban
Botswana will now join Antwerp and serve as an origin certifier for rough diamonds exported to the Group of Seven (G7), which had banned the import of Russian diamonds at the beginning of the year.
Botswana's President Mokgweetsi Masisi acknowledged defeat after initial results indicated that his party had lost its parliamentary majority in the recent election, marking the end of nearly 60 years of rule.
President Masisi seeks second term in Wednesday’s election
Botswana will hold a general election on Wednesday, where President Mokgweetsi Masisi will face three challengers as he seeks a second term in the diamond-rich nation in southern Africa.
Botswana joins G7 effort as key certifier in Russian diamond ban
Botswana will now join Antwerp and serve as an origin certifier for rough diamonds exported to the Group of Seven (G7), which had banned the import of Russian diamonds at the beginning of the year.
Botswana's President Mokgweetsi Masisi acknowledged defeat after initial results indicated that his party had lost its parliamentary majority in the recent election, marking the end of nearly 60 years of rule.
President Masisi seeks second term in Wednesday’s election
Botswana will hold a general election on Wednesday, where President Mokgweetsi Masisi will face three challengers as he seeks a second term in the diamond-rich nation in southern Africa.
Botswana general election to take place on October 30
Botswana, Africa's longest-standing democracy, is set to hold its general election on 30th October, as announced by President Mokgweetsi Masisi on Tuesday.
Botswana urges Zimbabwe firms to use IFSC to boost growth
Botswana has encouraged Zimbabwean businesses to take advantage of its International Financial Services Centre (Botswana IFSC) to expand their investment portfolios and contribute to the country's economic growth.
Botswana-Bahamas exchange visits to boost ties between nation
The top-level exchanges between Botswana and the Commonwealth of The Bahamas will provide both nations with a chance to strengthen their close ties and boost cooperation.
Botswana president attending COP28 summit in Dubai
Botswana’s president, Dr Mokgweetsi Masisi, is taking part in the upcoming 28th Session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) in Dubai on 1-2 December.
Botswana's ex-president Khama plans to oust Masisi
Former president of Botswana, Ian Khama, has pledged to campaign to oust his successor Mokgweetsi Masisi in next year's elections, accusing him of threatening democracy.
Botswana general election to take place on October 30
Botswana, Africa's longest-standing democracy, is set to hold its general election on 30th October, as announced by President Mokgweetsi Masisi on Tuesday.
Botswana urges Zimbabwe firms to use IFSC to boost growth
Botswana has encouraged Zimbabwean businesses to take advantage of its International Financial Services Centre (Botswana IFSC) to expand their investment portfolios and contribute to the country's economic growth.
Botswana-Bahamas exchange visits to boost ties between nation
The top-level exchanges between Botswana and the Commonwealth of The Bahamas will provide both nations with a chance to strengthen their close ties and boost cooperation.
Botswana president attending COP28 summit in Dubai
Botswana’s president, Dr Mokgweetsi Masisi, is taking part in the upcoming 28th Session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) in Dubai on 1-2 December.
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