President Lt Gen Seretse Khama Ian Khama

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 · Lt Gen Dr Seretse Khama Ian Khama

Former president involved in defamation litigation and wildlife conservation disputes with government in 2026.

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May 2026
16 MayDaily News Botswana
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. …
Mogae Modernised National Infrastructure
12 MayDaily News Botswana
… 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 Witty and Humorous Mogae

Society

UB honours San rights activist Roy Sesana with honorary doctorate

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The University of Botswana will confer an honorary Doctor of Letters on Roy Sesana, an internationally acclaimed San rights activist, during its 44th Graduation Ceremonies on 21–23 October 2026, in recognition of his lifelong commitment to defending the rights and cultural identity of the San community. Sesana, born in the Central Kalahari Game Reserve, co-founded the First People of the Kalahari in 1991 and has spent decades advocating for indigenous rights.

12 October 2026 · Weekend Post →

Monday 12 October

UB honours San rights activist Roy Sesana with honorary doctorate
The University of Botswana will confer an honorary Doctor of Letters on Roy Sesana, an internationally acclaimed San rights activist, during its 44th Graduation Ceremonies on 21–23 October 2026, in recognition of his lifelong commitment to defending the rights and cultural identity of the San community. Sesana, born in the Central Kalahari Game Reserve, co-founded the First People of the Kalahari in 1991 and has spent decades advocating for indigenous rights.
12 October 2026 · Weekend Post →

Friday 2 October

Khama opposes elephant hunting licences for independence celebrations
Environment and Tourism Minister Wynter Mmolotsi has told Khama in a strongly worded letter that the government's decision to offer elephants to people of Serowe District is not subject to his authority to reverse. The clash reflects tension between Khama's conservationist philosophy and the government's position that wildlife can be sustainably utilised to benefit communities, following the government's decision to issue complimentary hunting licences for 23 elephants across eight districts as part of Botswana's 60th Independence celebrations.
2 October 2026 · Mmegi →

Wednesday 26 August

Attorney General consents to judgment in Khama defamation case
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.
26 August 2026 · Mmegi →

Tuesday 11 August

Fire victim receives newly built house in Lekgwapheng
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.
11 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

Monday 6 July

Khama questions hunting quotas and community benefits
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.
6 July 2026 · Mmegi →

Monday 29 June

DPP dismisses P100 billion scandal allegations against Khama
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.
29 June 2026 · Weekend Post →

Thursday 25 June

Air race raises funds for white rhino relocation project
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.
25 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

Tuesday 23 June

DPP director says no evidence found in P100 billion case
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.
23 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

Wednesday 3 June

UDC's Tshere re-elected with record 73% vote share
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.
3 June 2026 · Mmegi →

Monday 1 June

Musician Nchunga releases tribute single for late president Mogae
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.
1 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

Saturday 16 May

Khama lauds Mogae's infrastructure investments during presidency
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.
16 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

Tuesday 12 May

Former President Mogae remembered for wit and charisma
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.
12 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →