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Botswana: Agro-Tourism Way to Go
Charles Hill — Minister of Environment, Natural Resources and Tourism Ms Philda Kereng has challenged Batswana to focus on agro tourism to change the country's economic landscape.
Speaking during Vice President's meeting with COVID-19 team in Charles Hill on June 12 Ms Kereng said COVID-19 had adversely affected the tourism sector t… read more
Where Do Millionaires Stay While on Holiday in Africa?
When money isn’t a limit to picking the finest African holiday, where would you stay? Gorgeous views, original art, fine furnishings, discreet service and only the very best in food, design and location. We looked east and west, north and south to find the ultra luxurious places where only the rich can afford to stay. Here’s our take on where mi… read more
Botswana: Ministry to Revive Tourism Sector
The Minister of Environment, Natural Resources, Conservation and Tourism Ms Philda Kereng says her ministry is in the process of reviving the tourism sector. Speaking during the COVID-19 media updates on June 2, she said they had to think outside the box to ensure that they mitigate the negative effects brought about by COVID-19 pandemic.… read more
Air Botswana to resume domestic operations
Botswana’s flag carrier, Air Botswana, is set to resume domestic flights in Botswana.
Effective 12 June 2020, the airline will mainly operate flights from Gaborone to Francistown, Maun and Kasane.
International flights will remain suspended as borders are still closed for passenger movement. Air Botswana will adher… read more
South Africa: All rhinos in Pilanesberg National Park have been dehorned
The North West Parks Board, the governmental organisation responsible for the management of protected areas and public nature reserves in South Africa’s North West Province, has announced the decision to trim the horns of all black rhinos and all white rhinos in Pilanesberg National Park. The dehorning of the animals has been done with the help … read more
National Railways of Zimbabwe (NRZ) and Botswana Railways (BR) plan strategic partnership
Both Railway companies, National Railways of Zimbabwe (NRZ) and Botswana Railways (BR), will start a strategic partnership to connect Gabarone with Harare.
At the moment BR offers only a route from Gabarone to Bulawayo. BR said it was important to reach fully functioning in order to meet customers needs.
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