SADC LEADERS URGED TO HONOUR FOUNDERS’ VISION

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The current crop of SADC leadership has been urged to go beyond time and space to fulfil the vision of the founders of the regional bloc.

Botswana's minister of International Relations, Phenyo Butale, made this rallying call recently when delivering a speech to mark the SADC Liberation Day.

BATSWANA OF NAMIBIAN DESCENT REFLECT ON INDEPENDENCE

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For some in neighbouring Botswana, March 21st might just be an ordinary day on the calendar. 

But for Botswana nationals of Namibian descent, it is time to remember Namibia's independence from the yoke of colonialism.

SADC COUNTRIES FACE HUMANITARIAN CRISIS AFTER FLOODS

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Some Southern African Development Community (SADC) member states are grappling with severe humanitarian crises following devastating floods and torrential rains, as the harsh impacts of climate change exacerbate the La Niña weather phenomenon.

REFA CHAIR HIGHLIGHTS PERSISTENT ENERGY POVERTY IN SOUTHERN AFRICA

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The newly appointed Chairperson of the Regional Energy Regulators Association of Southern Africa (REFA) has noted that despite the region's vast energy potential, millions still face energy poverty. 

Dr. Paulo de Graça made the remark at a RERA media briefing held in Windhoek on Monday.

Namibia and UN Women discuss strengthening regional presence

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The Minister of Gender Equality and Child Welfare (MGECW), Emma Kantema, and the UN Director for Women in the East and Southern Africa Region, Anna Mutavati, met on how to strengthen UN Women's operational presence in Southern Africa.

Botswana's economy projected to grow 3.1% in 2026

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Botswana's economy is expected to grow by 3.1% next year, as a plodding recovery in diamond demand and other factors gathers pace to fuel a stunning economic rebound in the southern African country.