AGP Executive Report
Last update: 21 minutes agoGBV Crisis in Focus: Botswana recorded 7,517 gender-based violence cases from January to March 2026, with rape and defilement figures still alarmingly high, as the Ministry of Youth and Gender Affairs briefed Parliament. TVET Push: Higher Education officials say graduate unemployment is driven by a skills mismatch between what tertiary institutions produce and what industry needs, renewing calls to align training with jobs. Skills & Trade Link-Up: Isabela (Philippines) is exploring a Botswana partnership on trade, workforce development and agriculture, with emphasis on industry-relevant training and beef export opportunities. Conservation & Tourism: Goo-Moremi Resort received giraffe tracking equipment to strengthen monitoring and visitor education, building on last year’s giraffe translocation. Culture Revival: Ghanzi leaders are urging government support to revive the Kuru Dance Festival, arguing it protects San heritage while boosting tourism and local income. Sports Giving Back: Isaac Makwala launched plans for a foundation to use sport for youth empowerment, education and mentorship, with an official launch set for 19 June. Desert Bush Walk: Botswana’s 10th anniversary Desert Bush Walk in Jwaneng will honour Queen ‘Masenate Mohato Seeiso and spotlight sports and tourism for community development.
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