AGP Executive Report
Last update: a day agoUN Rights & LGBTIQ Rights: A proposed UN Human Rights Council push on decriminalising same-sex intimacy is criticised for ignoring colonial roots, with civil society warning it could fuel “foreign agenda” misinformation. Botswana Independence & Tourism: As Botswana marks 60 years, celebrations in Gaborone North and across communities blend culture with a tourism focus, with officials linking the anniversary to jobs, enterprise and future direction. Mafwe Unity Call: Mafwe Chief George Mamili urges unity and tolerance during the Lusata Cultural Festival, stressing “unity in diversity” for development across the Zambezi region. Entrepreneurship Awards: Allan Gray Orbis Foundation’s “LEVEL UP” awards spotlight young entrepreneurs, pairing recognition with mentoring, funding and networks to turn ideas into viable businesses. Education & STEAM: Government launches a five-year National STEAM Project, warning that coding and AI need teacher readiness and better school infrastructure. Wildlife & Conservation: KAZA TFCA rolls out regenerative nature-based tourism to back local, especially women- and youth-led, tourism businesses while strengthening conservation across five countries. Diamonds & Diversification: Botswana signals plans to export more locally made jewelry to the US after a 0% import-tariff exemption, using diamonds’ social gains to fund diversification.
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