A Professor of tourism studies at Okavango Research Institute has warned Botswana to undertake all the necessary due diligence on Angola’s readiness before going ahead…
UNDP promotes women’s role in renewable sector
In an effort to promote women participation in renewable energy sector, 50 women in Ngamiland have received training from United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The…
Ministry confirms rising elephant poaching in Botswana
The Ministry of Environment and Tourism through the Department of Wildlife and National Parks (DWNP) has confirmed rising cases of elephant poaching in Botswana. In…
Mining Company Wins Okavango Delta Exploration Case
On December 15th Maun High Court Judge Bugalo Maripe rendered judgement in the litigation case brought by mining company Tsodilo Resources against Government of Botswana…
Will Smith to uplift filming talent in Botswana
American actor, rapper, and film producer Will Smith has reportedly vowed to put Botswana on the map as a global top destination and uplift talent…
NDB Identify Farming Opportunities in Ngamiland
National Development Bank (NDB) has identified the setup of small stock feedlots in Ngamiland as opportunity that farmers could viably harness to diversify the farming…
Wilderness Safaris Start 40 Years Commemorations Engagements
5 December 2023 – Okavango Wilderness Safaris has kick started engagements to commemorate 40 years since the Wilderness brand was first born – a small…
Maria and Sandra’s unheralded commitment for education in Khwai
The Maria Ramsden Learning Centre located in Khwai Village opened doors in 2019 to afford kids a chance of a much needed Pre-school education. The…
Scramble for Khwai River Lodge as Belmond Safaris lease not renewed
The Chairman of Khwai Development Trust (KDT) Ronald Ntsogotho has confirmed to the The Okavango Express that KDT has been allocated the lodge site for…
Okavango River low water levels worry residents
A resident of Shakawe, Code Dibebe has been observing water flowing in to the Okavango River for almost three months now. Each time his fear…