AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoBotswana Culture & Lifestyle: Botswana mourns Afro-jazz guitarist and cultural storyteller Kabo Leburu, who died on 9 July 2026, leaving behind a legacy of songs like Mmapaseka and Sejaro and a reputation for nurturing African creativity. Festivals & community: Zimbabwe’s Gwanda Culture Festival in Matabeleland South put heritage to work as an economic engine, linking music, dance, art, food and storytelling under “Our Culture, Our Economy.” Tourism & livelihoods: Botswana’s hospitality sector pushes back on claims of lost revenue from foreign booking agents, with HATAB arguing most money still flows back into Botswana and urging more visitor spending beyond Maun. Music spotlight: AFRIMMA 2026 nominees are out, with Afrobeats star Davido leading the pack; the awards return after a two-year break and include a new festival element. Trade & modern life: Botswana’s commodity push gets a boost as DMCC and the Botswana Stock Exchange Group sign MoUs to expand a Dubai–Gaborone trade corridor. Children & sport: Save the Children’s UK patron Princess Anne visited Thailand and South Korea, meeting children using football and climate campaigns to build confidence and inclusion.
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