Also known as: Lieutenant General Dr Seretse Khama Ian Khama · former president Khama · Lt Gen. Dr Seretse Khama Ian Khama · Dr Khama · former President Lt Gen. Dr Seretse Khama Ian Khama · Lieutenant General Seretse Khama Ian Khama
Former president involved in defamation suit against Attorney General and others; questioned hunting quotas in parliament.
The State’s consent effectively paves the way for judgment in Khama’s favour over statements he says were defamatory and damaging to his reputation.Khama is suing the Attorney General, Jako Hubona, the Director General of the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime (DCEC) an …
… ate Social Responsibility was an essential component of local development, echoing the event’s theme of restoring hope through unity and compassion. “Community Service Day was officially launched on November 5, 2010, by former President, Lieutenant General Seretse Khama Ian Khama …
During a series of questions in Ntlo ya Dikgosi this week, Khama pressed the Minister of Environment and Tourism, Wynter Mmolotsi, to justify the increase in hunting quotas, explain how community benefits are measured and verified, and account for the approval of the NG13 hunting …
… The Race for Rhinos operates under the patronage of former President Lt Gen. Dr Seretse Khama Ian Khama, while the Bamangwato Tribal Administration serves as custodian of the project. …
… He said former president Lt Gen. Dr Seretse Khama Ian Khama had filed a case of perjury at Broadhurst Police Station and requested that those involved should be investigated and charged. …
… In 2008, he says, two major events shaped his political career: a regime change within the BDP when former president Khama took office, and an economic recession.He vividly remembers the situation was akin to what Botswana is experiencing right now. …
… In the past, his recordings include one song about Sir Seretse Khama, two about Dr Mogae and three about Lieutenant General Dr Seretse Khama Ian Khama. …
Former President, Lt Gen Seretse Khama Ian Khama has lauded his immediate predecessor Dr Festus Mogae for having invested in the development of the country's infrastructure during decade long tenure as head of state. …
… Khama’s government has become intolerant of debate, criticism and hostile to any dissenting voices.” Dr Mogae speaking at a Leadership Forum in Tanzania, 2014, stating his views on the leadership style of his then successor, President Lt Gen Seretse Khama Ian Khama’s administrati …
The State has consented to judgment in former president Khama's defamation suit against the Attorney General, Jako Hubona, the DCEC Director General, and the Director of Public Prosecutions, with Khama seeking damages for statements he says harmed his reputation.
The State has consented to judgment in former president Khama's defamation suit against the Attorney General, Jako Hubona, the DCEC Director General, and the Director of Public Prosecutions, with Khama seeking damages for statements he says harmed his reputation.
Ms Khumo Kgosimotho, whose three-bedroom house was destroyed in a fire, has been handed the keys to a newly constructed two-and-a-half-room house by the Department of Buildings Maintenance in collaboration with other government departments. The project was undertaken as part of a Community Service Day initiative aimed at supporting disadvantaged communities.
In Ntlo ya Dikgosi, Khama pressed the Minister of Environment and Tourism on increased hunting quotas, how community benefits are measured and verified, and the approval of the NG13 hunting concession amid concerns about the operator.
The Director of Public Prosecutions has dismissed the P100 billion scandal case as unfounded and suggested that those who initiated the allegations could face criminal charges themselves.
Elite pilots from around the world will participate in the Race for the Rhinos Aviation Event at Makgadikgadi Pans from June 26 to 29, featuring 22 aviators flying 11 registered aircraft. The four-day event aims to raise funds to relocate 13 white rhinos donated by South Africa and establish a new conservation site across the Makgadikgadi Wetland System.
The Directorate of Public Prosecutions director has stated there is no evidence in the P100 billion 'Butterfly' case and called for the matter to be concluded, noting that no physical docket was found in the DPP office despite former president Seretse Khama Ian Khama's perjury complaint.
Politician Tshere was re-elected with 73% of the vote and a 58-percentage-point margin of victory, the highest vote share and margin attained by a non-BDP candidate in Botswana's electoral history. The UDC recorded a substantial 21-percentage-point increase in its vote share compared to the 2019 election.
Musician and attorney Nchunga Nchunga has released "Re tla mo gopola" (We will remember him), a tribute single to the late former president Dr Festus Mogae, recorded in Setswana, Herero, Ndebele, English and Sesubiya. Nchunga said he composed the song to celebrate Mogae's legacy, particularly his leadership in the fight against HIV/AIDS, and released it before the burial so Batswana could enjoy it as they celebrated the former president's life.
Lt Gen Seretse Khama Ian Khama praised his predecessor Dr Festus Mogae for modernising Botswana's infrastructure during his 1998–2008 tenure, citing eight major road projects, electrification of 130 villages, dams and water pipelines, airport expansions, and the establishment of BTV and BIUST.
An article reflects on Dr Festus Mogae's lighter side and personality, highlighting his witty remarks and charismatic nature alongside his professional demeanor as president. The piece includes examples of his humorous observations on African politics, election transitions, and his various post-presidential engagements.