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Botswana: Africa's Model Democracy At 50?
DW, 30 September 2016
At first sight Botswana's 50 years of independence look like a success story. But it pays to take a closer look, not least at its treatment of its indigenous people. Read more »
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Botswana: Nation At 50 - the End of an African Success Story?
The Conversation Africa, 20 September 2016
It is 50 years since Botswana attained independence from British rule. Over the decades, the small landlocked country has been regarded as a role model for success in Africa. It… Read more »
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Botswana: African Leaders Snub Independence Celebrations?
The Patriot, 3 October 2016
President Ian Khama's celebratory mood was dealt a serious blow when his colleagues within the SADC region snubbed the country's golden jubilee celebrations on Friday. Officials at… Read more »
Is Botswana's Success Story Ending?
The country will mark 50 years of independence with nation-wide celebrations but many have questioned Botswana's democratic, human rights principles on issues like homosexuality and gender, writes James Kirby for The Conversation Africa.
