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Seychelles and Botswana to collaborate on agriculture, education and tourism projects
Seychelles and Botswana reaffirmed collaboration in agriculture, education, and tourism. High Commissioner Chandapiwa Nteta sought Seychelles’ international support amid Botswana’s diamond trade challenges. Import restrictions by the G7 on Russian diamonds could impact Botswana’s diamond industry. Okavango Diamond Company urged reconsideration. Discussions with Minister Radegonde included trade, investments, and the Bilateral Air Service Agreement. Both countries share a positive bilateral relationship, with exchanges like Seychellois teachers studying in Botswana and Botswanan teachers in Seychelles’ state schools.
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Africa Day
African Union Day, also known as Africa Day, commemorates the birth of the AU, which succeeded the OAU in promoting unity and cooperation among African states. Founded on May 25, 1963, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, the OAU brought together 32 independent African countries opposing colonialism and apartheid. The AU, launched on July 9, 2002, in Durban, South Africa, by 53 African leaders, adopted a new vision for the continent’s development. Through various initiatives, the AU addresses challenges including peace, security, governance, human rights, health, education, trade, and environment.
De Beers Group reports on progress towards ‘Building Forever’ sustainability goals
De Beers Group recently announced significant progress towards its ‘Building Forever’ sustainability goals. Achievements include engaging 5,000 women and girls in STEM two years ahead of schedule, establishing a flagship Diamonds For Development Fund in Botswana, advancing renewable energy projects to support emission reduction targets, and scaling the development of Tracr, a diamond traceability platform. ‘Building Forever,’ initiated in 2020, focuses on ethical practices, thriving communities, environmental protection, and equal opportunity. De Beers strengthened partnerships with governments and NGOs in 2023, notably with the Government of Botswana to establish a Diamonds for Development Fund, aiming to bolster the country’s economy with an initial pledge of one billion Pula (~US$75 million).
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