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​From L-R: UDC presidential candidate Duma Boko, BPF presidential candidate Mephato Reatile, BCP presidential candidate Dumelang Saleshando and Botswana's president and presidential candidate for BDP, Mokgweetsi Masisi take part in the Presidential debate in Gaborone on October 24, 2024.
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25 October 2024

What You Need to Know About Botswana’s General Elections

As Botswana heads to the polls on October 30, President Mokgweetsi Masisi faces a challenging re-election bid against a backdrop of public discontent.

Duma Gideon Boko speaking at South African opposition party Democratic Alliance (DA) federal congress in Pretoria on April 8, 2018.
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01 November 2024

Duma Boko's UDC Ends Botswana Ruling Party’s Decades-Long Hold On Power

Outgoing president Mokgweetsi Masisi has conceded defeat, promising to work with the incoming leader for the betterment of Botswana.

A young woman poses for a photo in a white t-shirt with some beauty products on a table in front of her in Francistown, Botswana, on January 11, 2024.
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28 October 2024

The Hopes and Fears of Young Batswana Ahead of Elections

As Botswana heads to the polls on October 30, young voters are focused on pressing issues: unemployment, inadequate healthcare, gender-based violence and the lack of government support for the creative industries.

Best Southern African Songs of 2025 So Far - Mid-Year Roundup
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30 June 2025

Best Southern African Songs of 2025 So Far - Mid-Year Roundup

These are the local legends and breakout stars redefining Southern Africa’s musical landscape. Listen to OkayAfrica’s Best Southern African Songs of 2025 So Far.

A photo of Letsile Tebogo of Team Botswana celebrating winning the gold medal in the men's 200m final on Day 13 of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Stade de France on August 08, 2024 in Paris, France.
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08 August 2024

Botswana’s Letsile Tebogo Wins Historic 200m Olympic Gold

The Motswana ran a blistering 19.46 seconds to win the first-ever Olympic gold medal for his country.

The cover art for OkayAfrica’s Best Southern African Songs of 2024 featuring Tyla.
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19 December 2024

The Best Southern African Songs of 2024

The year has been long and eventful, and artists have kept the fresh releases coming. This is just a sample of all the music we enjoyed this year from Southern Africa.

U.S. President Donald Trump holds a chart as he delivers remarks on reciprocal tariffs during an event in the Rose Garden entitled "Make America Wealthy Again" at the White House in Washington, DC, on April 2, 2025.
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03 April 2025

Lesotho, Madagascar and South Africa Among the Hardest Hit Countries by Trump's Tariffs

The new tariffs could effectively end a 25-year-old trade deal that allowed smooth exports from African countries to the U.S.

In ‘Matabeleland,’ a Zimbabwean Filmmaker Confronts an Unburied Past
Film + TV
03 April 2025

In ‘Matabeleland,’ a Zimbabwean Filmmaker Confronts an Unburied Past

With her feature documentary debut, director Nyasha Kadandara tells a powerful story of one man’s search for healing in a country still reckoning with its past.

18 South African Music Acts to Watch in Honor of Youth Day
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16 June 2025

18 South African Music Acts to Watch in Honor of Youth Day

Rising DJs and sonic storytellers reflect on what this day means and what it feels like to be young and free in a country still healing from its past.

Travel creator and filmmaker Tayo Aina says to let go of preconceived notions while setting out to explore.
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04 December 2024

Nine Things Tayo Aina Says You Should Know About Traveling Across the Continent Right Now

Travel filmmaker Tayo Aina shares his top tips and insights for exploring Africa, from must-visit destinations to breaking free from generic travel experiences.

Namibia's first female president, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah stands with her fist in the air. She is smiling and wears a green outfit and sunglasses. There are three women next to hear and a bouquet of flowers in front of her.
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24 March 2025

Namibia’s First Female President Appoints New Women-Majority Cabinet

Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has reduced the number of ministries, citing the need to reduce the cost of governance and improve efficiency.

A photo of Scar sitting on stacked rims, gesturing as if he’s on a phone call.
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16 May 2024

Botswana Hip-Hop OG, Scar, Keeps Reinventing Himself

We speak to one of Botswana hip-hop’s treasured talents, Scar, about his storied career — a convoluted mix of highs, lows, and impressive rebounds that have kept him relevant in the country’s entertainment scene for the past two decades.

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