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Published on 03:13 GMT

MARIANNE MERTEN: US’s turn towards plutocracy signals frail state of democracy

US president-elect Donald Trump’s bromance with Tesla, X and SpaceX boss Elon Musk is watched closely across the globe as the presidential transition team to the January inauguration includes at least two billionaires. As the US seems to morph into a …

Source: BusinessLIVE - Uncategorized
Published on Nov 12, 2024

Ex-Miss Botswana accepts new president’s nomination as MP

Former Miss Botswana, Lesego Chombo (26), has exchanged a life of glamour and style for lawmaking. She has been appointed as a member of parliament (MP) in the country’s new administration. The former beauty queen was named as a specially-elected MP as new …

Source: The Namibian - Neutral
Published on Nov 12, 2024

Botswana’s election shock: analyst reflects on why voters kicked the ruling party out after 58 years

The dramatic loss of power by the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), which had governed Botswana since independence in 1966, will go down in history as one of the biggest electoral upsets in Africa. Duma Boko (54), of the Umbrella for Democratic Change …

Source: The Conversation - Neutral
Published on Nov 12, 2024

Democratic turning point: lessons from Botswana polls

DR STANLEY MAPHOSA Botswana, one of Africa's longest-standing democracies, is witnessing a seismic shift. For 58 years, the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) held the reins, steering the country with a reputation for stability and democratic values. Yet, …

Source: Daily News - Uncategorized
Published on 15:07 GMT

Lebombo border post between Mozambique and South Africa closed again

The Lebombo Port of Entry is at a standstill again following renewed political tension in Mozambique. This is according to an article published by Lowvelder this afternoon. While the Border Management Authority could not be reached for comment by the time …

Source: Rising Sun Chatsworth - Label Pending
Published on Nov 11, 2024

Malema travel ban lifting signals warmer ties with new Botswana regime

The leader of South Africa’s opposition movement Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), Julius Malema, has had his travel ban to Botswana lifted, almost ten years after his incendiary remarks landed him in hot water. Malema attended the inauguration of Botswana’ …

Source: The East African - Neutral
Published on Nov 11, 2024

Botswana’s Boko hits ground running

African leaders descended on Gaborone last Friday to witness with excitement as advocate Duma Gideon Boko took over the reigns as Botswana’s sixth president, ending the leadership grip by the Botswana Democratic Party after 58 years. President Nangolo …

Source: New Era - Pro-Government
Published on 09:04 GMT

Minister Ronald Lamola on international relation matters and upcoming engagements

Media statement delivered by Minister Ronald Lamola at Oliver Tambo Building in Pretoria South Africa and Angola strengthen economic ties with new initiatives and upcoming State Visit On the 1st of November 2024, we undertook a working visit to Luanda for …

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Published on Nov 10, 2024

Botswana: How to Lose an Election in Five Years

The Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) was once the ‘natural party of government’. Now it is not even the natural party of opposition. Botswana rarely makes international headlines. It holds regular, peaceful elections, with the BDP all but guaranteed to win …

Source: The Namibian - Neutral
Published on Nov 10, 2024

Botswana vice president Ndaba Gaolathe reflects on Namibia detention and political mentorship under Hidipo Hamutenya

Botswana’s new vice president, Ndaba Gaolathe, worked in Namibia and was detained for allegedly supporting former Swapo veteran Hidipo Hamutenya’s presidency. “I was once detained at an airport in Namibia for supporting Hamutenya’s presidential bid against …

Source: The Namibian - Neutral
Published on Nov 10, 2024

As Botswana gets new president in nearly 60 years, citizens expect social justice

President Duma Boko,- Botswana President Gaborone last Friday played host to the inauguration of President Duma Boko, Botswana’s newly-minted leader. Citizens began to trickle into the national stadium as early as before 6am. Invited guests included …

Source: Ghana Business News - Neutral
Published on Nov 8, 2024

Botswana swears in Duma Boko as new president

Boko, 54, inaugurated just nine days after his party beat the Botswana Democratic Party, which governed for six decades. Botswana has sworn in Duma Boko as the country’s new president after his landslide election victory kicked out the Botswana Democratic …

Source: Al Jazeera - Pro-Government
Published on Nov 9, 2024

Kindiki rallies support for Odinga's AUC bid in Botswana

Botswana President Duma Boko and Kenya's Deputy President Kithure Kindiki in Gaborone, Botswana. [DPCS] Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has taken the campaign for Raila Odinga’s African Union Commission (AUC) chairmanship bid to Botswana. Kindiki …

Source: The Standard - Uncategorized
Published on Nov 9, 2024

Duma Boko inaugurated as President of Botswana

GABORONE — Multitudes of people thronged the National Stadium in Gaborone, Botswana’s capital city, to witness the inauguration of Duma Boko as the southern African country’s sixth President. Boko promised that his government would create a brighter …

Source: Eastern Mirror - Neutral
Published on Nov 9, 2024

Understanding the electoral revolt against the mighty Botswana Democratic Party, By Yusuf Bangura

Former Botswana President Ian Khama (r) and his successor, Mokgweetsi Masisi (l). The question we kept asking was: Why did a party with a historically stellar record in economic, social and infrastructural development and a near monopoly of power for 58 …

Source: Premium Times - Neutral
Published on Nov 9, 2024

Duma Boko inaugurated as Botswanan president

Duma Boko arrives at the National Stadium to be sworn in as the sixth president of Botswana during an inauguration ceremony in Gaborone, Botswana, on Nov. 8, 2024. (Photo by Tshekiso Tebalo/Xinhua) GABORONE, Nov. 8 (Xinhua) -- Multitudes of people …

Source: Xinhua News Agency - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Nov 8, 2024

World leaders hail Botswana as model of peace at Boko’s inauguration

Various dignitaries from around the world who were attending the ceremonial inauguration of the 6th President of Botswana, Duma Boko, have praised the country for being an example of peace, security, and a mature democracy. The ceremonial inauguration was …

Source: Namibian Broadcasting Corporation - Label Pending
Published on Nov 8, 2024

President Mbumba praises unity of Botswana’s leaders after election

President Nangolo Mbumba has applauded the demonstration of unity by Botswana's new President, Duma Boko, and his predecessor, Mokgweetsi Masisi, following the general elections. Our news team engaged President Mbumba upon his return from the ceremony …

Source: Namibian Broadcasting Corporation - Label Pending
Published on Nov 8, 2024

Once-banned Malema mends relations with Botswana government, attends inauguration

Julius Malema's controversial remarks on Botswana were among the reasons that he was expelled from the ANC. Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema made his first trip to Botswana on Friday after 13 years of being banned from entering the …

Source: The Citizen (South Africa) - Center-right

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Published on November 11, 2024 - 15:26 GMT

In Defense of Democracy

Denver, Colo., Nov. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Last week’s election results saw the culmination of a contentious several months. The results are very difficult for many of us, our relatives, and friends to process as we worry about the potential negative …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 09:04 GMT

Minister Ronald Lamola on international relation matters and upcoming engagements

Media statement delivered by Minister Ronald Lamola at Oliver Tambo Building in Pretoria South Africa and Angola strengthen economic ties with new initiatives and upcoming State Visit On the 1st of November 2024, we undertook a working visit to Luanda for …

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Published on November 8, 2024 - 21:02 GMT

Office of the Secretary of State of the District of Columbia Announces Grant Application Deadline for the FY 2025 DC ...

If you have received correspondence from "US Records Management - Division of Corporate Reporting," this is a scam. If you have sent money, please contact the Metropolitan Police Department's Fraud Unit at 311 to file a report. New Location: …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 21:37 GMT

Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Participates in a Fireside Chat With Secretary Hillary Clinton

Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul participated in a fireside chat on cybersecurity with Secretary Hillary Clinton. Today’s cyber threats are marked by a convergence of criminal and nation-state actors, who increasingly rely on cyber criminals to execute …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 22:58 GMT

Veterans Day ceremony reflects on U.S. service members Missing in Action during the Korean War

HOUSTON – Veterans gathered with local community members of the Calvary Korean Baptist Church of Houston, November 10, 2024, to honor and remember service members that went missing in action during the Korean War. The ceremony celebrated a partnership …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 14:00 GMT

ThoughtSpot Launches Spotter, the Autonomous Agent for Analytics

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Nov. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ThoughtSpot, the AI-powered analytics company, has unveiled a significant expansion to the company’s artificial intelligence capabilities. Today, the company has launched Spotter, an agentic AI …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 13:55 GMT

Statement on the Cabinet Meeting of Wednesday, 23 October and Wednesday 6 November 2024

A. Issues from the environment 1. Safety and Security 1.1. Food borne illness and fatalities 1.1.1. Cabinet was briefed on the food borne illnesses and fatalities recorded in various parts of the country, which have led to the tragic deaths of …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 08:30 GMT

Deputy Minister Seiso Mohai: Standard Bank Group and Japanese Mizuho Bank Limited Conference

Speech by Deputy Minister of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Mr Seiso Mohai, MP, at the Standard Bank Group and the Japanese Mizuho Bank Limited Conference – 11 November 2024, Rosebank, Johannesburg. Programme Director Ambassador Designate …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 22:50 GMT

Sekulow Team Member and Patriot Leader Tulsi Gabbard Nominated for Director of National Intelligence

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Center for Law and Justice (ACLJ) and ACLJ Action congratulate Tulsi Gabbard, Senior Military and Political Analyst at Sekulow, on her nomination to serve as the …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 20:00 GMT

New Report Reveals 50% Drop in Higher Education Enrollment Among Incarcerated Texans

Texas has an opportunity to significantly reduce recidivism by expanding college-level programs in Texas prisons AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Texas 2036 today unveiled a report showing a sharp 50% decline in …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 18:16 GMT

Chesapeake, WV Deployed Bulk Pickup Module With GovPilot

Chesapeake, WV expands their partnership with the government management software provider to streamline operations and government services in the municipality. CHESAPEAKE, WV, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Customer Since …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 18:15 GMT

UHNW Institute Podcast on ‘Evolving Family Enterprise’ Features Five Family Office Experts in Roundtable Discussion

Pat Soldano, Policy and Taxation Group President, Moderates Panel WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new podcast on the “Evolving Family Enterprise,” hosted by the Ultra High Net Worth Institute, features …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 17:34 GMT

Folly Beach, SC Deployed Short Term Rental Waitlist Module With GovPilot

Folly Beach, SC expands their partnership with the government management software provider to streamline operations and government services in the municipality. FOLLY BEACH, SC, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Customer …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 15:59 GMT

Millstone Township, NJ Deployed OPRA Request Module and More With GovPilot

Millstone, NJ expands their partnership with the government management software provider to streamline operations and government services in the municipality. MILLSTONE, NJ, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Customer Since …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 15:58 GMT

Richwood, TX Launches New GovPilot Partnership And Will Soon Implement Government Management Software Into The City

Richwood, TX began a new partnership with the government management software provider to streamline operations and government services in the municipality. RICHWOOD, TX, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The City of Richwood …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 15:08 GMT

Press Releases Increase Accuracy of AI-Generated Content

EIN Presswire feels enlightened by discussion about the role artificial intelligence plays in public relations at Mid-Atlantic Marcom Summit. WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Is press release writing dead? …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 14:00 GMT

Pennsylvania Legislators to Address Xylazine Crisis at Free Medical Symposium

PHILADELPHIA,, PA, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pennsylvania legislators and top medical experts will come together to address the growing xylazine crisis at an upcoming free symposium. The event, titled "The Next …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 13:00 GMT

Empowering the Next Generation: Launch of the Poverty Eradication Education Program

Innovative initiative equips students with tools to combat poverty through entrepreneurship and community engagement. SPOKANE, WA, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As part of its VISION2030 and mission to tackle root causes …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 12:49 GMT

Author Christopher Hart, Releases New Book, Politics and Pro-Wrestling, How To Cope With The Mayhem

Never has so much been made of something so simple and basic as has been made of the art of politics ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At first glance, voter manipulation might seem like a recent issue in …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 10:26 GMT

Czechoslovak Intelligence Operations in Cyprus During the Cold War

Researcher Dr. Jan Koura, reveals Czechoslovak intelligence operations that shaped political dynamics on the island of Cyprus during the Cold War. PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC, November 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Researcher from the Faculty of …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 09:00 GMT

PD Avengers and AbbVie Illuminate Care Partner Appreciation Month

Initiatives aim to celebrate, inspire, inform, honor and support Care Partners in the Parkinson's community VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA, November 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In recognition of Care Partner Appreciation Month, PD Avengers, in …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 19:24 GMT

OSCE Mission to Montenegro supports RYCO to train NGOs on project proposal writing

Reconciliation, peacebuilding, regional co-operation and intercultural learning were the focus of the OSCE-supported three-day capacity building training course for potential grant applicants to the ongoing Open Call of the Regional Youth Cooperation …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 19:24 GMT

OSCE Chair-in-Office Borg concludes visit to Albania

TIRANA, 13 November 2024 —OSCE Chair-in-Office, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign and European Affairs and Trade of Malta Ian Borg, concluded his visit to Albania today, reaffirming the OSCE’s commitment to strengthening regional security and …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 13:11 GMT

AIDA Country Report on Ukraine

The AIDA Country Report on Ukraine provides a detailed analysis of legislative and practice-related developments in asylum procedures, reception conditions, detention of asylum applicants and content of international protection in Ukraine in 2023. It is …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 13:11 GMT

OSCE Chair-in-Office Borg concludes visit to North Macedonia

SKOPJE, 13 November 2024 —OSCE Chair-in-Office, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign and European Affairs and Trade of Malta Ian Borg, concluded his visit to North Macedonia today, underscoring the strong partnership between North Macedonia and …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 13:11 GMT

OSCE roundtable held in Neum strengthens financial investigations in Bosnia and Herzegovina

On 7 and 8 November, the OSCE Transnational Threats Department, the Office of the OSCE Co-ordinator of Economic and Environmental Activities and the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina, in co-operation with the Federal Agency for the Management of …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 00:03 GMT

ALLATRA participó en la Conferencia de las Naciones Unidas sobre Biodiversidad (COP16)

ALLATRA participó en la Conferencia de la ONU (COP16) en Colombia y presentó datos analíticos sobre las causas del cambio climático y las soluciones globales CALI, COLOMBIA, November 12, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Entre el 21 de octubre y el 1 …

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Published on November 12, 2024 - 23:00 GMT

Pain Relief International Offers Sustainable Pain Relief Solution to Millions in Australia

HEBER CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- REMOVE THE PAIN - UNLEASH THE POSSIBILITIES! Pain Relief International, a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit and global leader in sustainable, drug-free pain relief technology …

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