“Mr. Speaker, tourism is already demonstrating its capacity to mobilize private investment and create jobs across the country. During the 2025/2026 financial year, Government facilitated the allocation of five (5) tourism sites and concession areas in Ngamiland and the Makgadikgadi National Park, attracting envisaged capital investment of P362 million. These projects are expected to create over 500 jobs and generate rentals for community trusts, directly strengthening local economies. In...

To suggest that the nine question gambit that former President Lt General Seretse Khama Ian Khama blitzed the Minister of Environment and Tourism with last week was unexpected would be naive to say the least. It’s not a secret that General Khama and Botswana’s conservation story are intertwined. It is also not a secret that his views on hunting as part of the mix runs counter to the current official policy of sustainable use. Now in his capacity as a Kgosi he has a platform to put to the test...

Wildlife conservation often sparks passionate debates, especially when it involves large, iconic species like elephants. At the heart of these discussions lies a complex challenge: how to protect wildlife while supporting the communities that live alongside them. Elephant populations, in particular, present unique management issues. While protecting these majestic animals is crucial, unchecked population growth can strain ecosystems and human livelihoods. Surprisingly, regulated hunting can...