AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMarriage Equality: Botswana’s High Court heard a challenge by Bonolo Selelo and Tsholofelo Kumile after officials refused to register their marriage. Supported by LEGABIBO, the case challenges the Marriage Act’s exclusion of same-sex couples. Travel: Denmark now allows Botswana citizens to apply for short-stay tourist visas without a host or sponsor. Culture & Community: University of Botswana students celebrated Chinese language and culture at a Confucius Institute talent show, where 13-year-old Nomsa Kelepile took first place. Books & Wellbeing: Setswana author Rammopa’s new book explores social challenges facing girls and aims to help families discuss difficult topics. In Gaborone, fitness instructor Moeng hosted sessions promoting mental wellness, healthy eating and exercise. Child Protection: A Botswana pastor convicted of defiling a teenage congregant was sentenced to an effective 40 years in prison, to run after an earlier 20-year sentence for rape.
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