DNA: Omicron was already in India?
The first case of Omicron was reported on 24 November in Gauteng and Botswana in South Africa. On 26 November, WHO accepted it as a variant of concern.
Dec 02, 2021, 22:46 PM IST
World's third-largest diamond excavated in Botswana's Jwaneng mine
1,098-carat stone, believed to be the third-largest "gem-quality" diamond ever found, was unearthed in Botswana earlier this month.
Jun 18, 2021, 08:50 AM IST
Which bacteria could be behind elephant deaths in Zimbabwe and Botswana?
Below are some facts about the different micro-organisms believed to have caused elephant deaths in the two countries.
Sep 30, 2020, 01:44 AM IST
Botswana says toxins in water killed over 300 hundred elephants
Toxins in water produced by cyanobacteria killed more than 300 elephants in Botswana this year, officials said on Monday, announcing the result of an investigation into the deaths which had baffled and alarmed conservationists.
Sep 25, 2020, 08:09 AM IST
Around 275 elephants die in Botswana, country investigating matter
The dead elephants were first spotted months ago in the Okavango Panhandle region, and the authorities say they have since been trying to discover the cause.
Jul 03, 2020, 12:29 PM IST
Botswana probes mysterious deaths of 154 elephants over 2 months, rules out poaching
President Mokgweetsi Masisi last year lifted a five-year ban on big game hunting, imposed by previous president Ian Khama, but the hunting season failed to take off in April as global travel restrictions meant hunters from many coronavirus-hit countries could not enter Botswana.
Jun 15, 2020, 18:23 PM IST
In landmark judgement, Botswana High Court decriminalises homosexuality
The three-judge bench while giving the ruling said that sexual orientation is not a fashion statement and is an important attribute of one's personality.
Jun 11, 2019, 18:11 PM IST
China steps up warning to Botswana over Dalai Lama visit
China`s fast-growing demand for raw materials has made it one of the biggest investors in Africa and its largest trade partner. Chinese state-owned companies have been awarded contracts to build roads, dams, power stations and airports in Botswana.
Jul 26, 2017, 15:27 PM IST
Largest diamond in over century found in Botswana
A 1,111 carat "high quality diamond" has been discovered at a mine in Botswana, said to be the biggest find in more than a century, according to the mine company.
Nov 20, 2015, 01:36 AM IST
RBI inks MoU with Bank of Botswana for info exchange
The Reserve Bank has signed an agreement on information sharing with Bank of Botswana under the Supervisory Cooperation and Exchange of Supervisory Information.
Oct 12, 2015, 22:19 PM IST
