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CALISTUS BOSALETSWE
EXPERIENCED JOURNALIST
| ENVIRONMENT | BUSINESS | HUMANITARIAN |INVESTIGATIVE |POLITICS| DATA DRIVEN STORIES
Key Skills
Open-Source Intelligence
Data Visualization
Scrapping and cleaning data
Updating content on social media such as facebook and twitter
Mobile journalism
Freedom of information request
Podcasting
Research and analyzing
Sifting through different databases for data that can be turned into visual or stories
Editing audio
Technology Summary
Windows & Mac
OS Platforms
MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Digital & 35mm Cameras
Use of Online Visualization tools such as:
Plotly
Infogram
Atlas
Google Maps
QGIS
Datawrapper
Data studio
Cool Edit
Training
HIV\AIDS reporting
Investigative
Journalism
Election Reporting
Online Reporting
Political reporting
Environmental reporting
GIS and Mapping
Podcasting
Links to some of my work:
https://**************/2021/01/botswana-lions/
https://www.zenger.news/2021/08/11/botswanan-president-terms-covid-19-covax-facility-a-scam/
https://city-press.news24.com/News/botswana-president-im-not-afraid-to-die-20190203
https://news.mongabay.com/2018/11/speed-trap-cameras-help-defuse-human-cheetah-conflict-in-botswana/
https://mg.co.za/africa/2020-06-21-president-jumps-prime-farm-queue/
My blog where I share my stories
@pagepressblog
Facebook page where I share my data stories:
https://web.facebook.com/ink24media/photos/a.365749714120379/570912133604135/?type=3&theater
Portfolio
https://muckrack.com/calistus-bosaletswe
Referees:
Fiona Macleod
Editor/Founder: Oxpeckers Environmental Investigative Journalism
Email: ************
Ditiro Motlhabane
Editor: The Patriot on Sunday
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Timothy Molobi
Editor:City Press
Email: ************
English
Feature Stories
Fact Checking
Current Affairs
Fact Checking
Portfolio
Botswana's struggle to have greater share of its diamond
Botswana is engaged in ongoing negotiations with De Beers to renew their marketing agreement from 2011. The discussions are focused on Debswana, which is a joint venture equally owned by the Botswana government and De Beers. The previous agreement expired in 2021, and there are concerns about De Beers' reluctance to make concessions.
Zuma headache gives ANC leaders sleepless nights, even on the party's birthday
The article discusses various topics, including the challenges faced by the ANC leaders due to issues surrounding former president Zuma, which is causing them concern even during the party's anniversary celebrations. It also touches on the influence of South African dance moves on international artists like Chris Brown, highlighting the need for recognition of Mzansi's contribution. The article features a series of podcasts titled 'On The Minted Couch' with different guests such as Ayanda MVP, Thabo Makhetha-Kwinana, Sho Madjozi, and Rowlene, discussing topics ranging from personal success, cultural heritage, to musical endeavors. Additionally, the article mentions the Electoral Commission of SA (IEC) and the fact that there are 356 parties registered for the upcoming general election in South Africa, posing a question about whether there should be a legal cap on the number of parties that can register.
Botswana exposes transgender people to violence in prison
The article discusses concerns regarding Botswana's refusal to allow LGBTIQ individuals to legally change their gender identity from the one assigned at birth to their preferred gender. This decision is feared to increase the risk of violence against LGBTIQ persons in prisons. The government, represented by the Minister of Defense, has shown inconsistent support in protecting LGBTIQ individuals who may encounter legal issues, highlighting the ongoing struggle between the LGBTIQ community and the government over legal recognition of gender identity.
Chobe River Front Recovers as Tourism Activities Comes to a Halt
The article discusses the environmental recovery of the Chobe river front in Botswana due to the halt in tourism activities caused by COVID-19. University of Botswana's Professor Joseph Mbaiwa suggests that this recovery is temporary and advocates for sustainable tourism strategies. A study highlights the negative environmental impacts of tourism on the Chobe National Park. The article also covers the shift of a local safari company, Cars and Guides, to agritourism as a response to the pandemic's impact on tourism. Additionally, the European Union has provided high-tech equipment to the Okavango River Basin Water Commission for monitoring shared water resources. The government of Botswana, through the DWNP, addresses isolated incidents of rhino and elephant poaching, asserting that conservation efforts are effective.
All aboard Botswana's Elephant Express
In Botswana's eastern Okavango panhandle, where the elephant and human populations are nearly equal, human-elephant conflict is a significant issue. The Elephant Express bus service, launched by the non-profit Ecoexist Trust, aims to reduce this conflict by safely transporting children and healthcare workers across elephant corridors. The service has led to a decrease in trampling incidents and improved access to medical care and school attendance. The initiative is part of broader efforts to foster coexistence between humans and elephants in the region. Despite its success, the project faces challenges such as limited funding and resources, which restrict its capacity to assist more people. The article also discusses the broader context of human-elephant conflict in Botswana and the importance of coexistence projects.
Botswana: Govt Ignores Game Ranching Expert Advice
The Botswana government has been criticized for not following through on expert recommendations to allocate land for game ranching to local communities in areas suitable for the industry, such as Boteti and Okavango. Despite a 2009 cabinet-approved report by Landflow Solutions and similar advice from the FAO in 2013, the government has instead allowed a few individuals to engage in game ranching on their own fields. Researchers from the University of Botswana and the Okavango Research Institute, including Professor Joseph Mbaiwa and Dr. Gaseitsiwe Masunga, have expressed disappointment and confusion over the government's inaction. They argue that game ranching could provide economic benefits, reduce poaching, and increase wildlife populations if implemented as recommended. The Department of Wildlife and National Parks has launched a pilot project to support game farming for locals, but the broader recommendations remain unimplemented.
Botswana is landlocked, but is still exporting shark fins
Botswana, a landlocked country, has been reported to export shark fins worth millions to neighbouring countries, despite having no coastline. The International Trade Centre and UN Comtrade data indicate that these exports occurred in 2018 and previous years. There are concerns that endangered shark species are being smuggled through Botswana, violating CITES agreements. The trade statistics are puzzling, as South Africa, a reported importer, has not recorded these imports, suggesting illegal activity. Shark finning is a brutal practice, and the fins are primarily used in shark fin soup. Botswana's government is investigating the discrepancies in trade data, which may be due to smuggling or data capturing errors. Some exports labeled as shark fins turned out to be other products like dried mopane worms and tinned fish. The story highlights the complexities of wildlife trade and the challenges in tracking and regulating it.
Human rights group: Hungry Zimbabwe refugees forced out by Botswana
The article reports on the plight of Zimbabwean refugees in Botswana who are being forced to return to their home country due to lack of food amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Botswana's government has implemented strict measures to curb the spread of the virus, which has severely impacted the refugees, many of whom work in the informal sector and are now unable to earn a living. Human rights groups, including the Botswana Network on Ethics, Law and HIV and AIDS, have criticized the Botswana government for not providing food relief to the refugees. Despite the establishment of a COVID-19 fund in Botswana, refugees have not received any support from it. The situation is dire as Zimbabwe itself is grappling with severe shortages and economic turmoil. Some individuals and organizations are stepping in to provide limited assistance to the refugees, but the need is overwhelming.
Tracking elephant movements reveals transboundary wildlife corridors
The article discusses the use of satellite tracking tags on 120 elephants across five southern African countries, revealing important wildlife movement corridors. These corridors are crucial for reducing human-elephant conflicts and ensuring the safe passage of elephants across borders. Elephants Without Borders (EWB) has been monitoring these movements, particularly within the Kavango Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area (KAZA TFCA), to understand elephant migration patterns and habitat needs. The data has shown that elephants are dispersing from northern Botswana into Angola and the Kalahari Desert. However, blocked corridors can lead to increased conflicts as elephants are forced into human settlements. The article also touches on the re-colonization of war-torn regions by elephants in Angola, despite the threat of poaching and landmines. The findings underscore the importance of maintaining open corridors and the need for cross-border coordination to protect these keystone species.
Voiceless Refugees Speak Through Art
The article discusses an art exhibition at Thapong Visual Arts Centre where refugees from Dukwi Refugee Camp, particularly Zimbabweans, showcased their paintings. The artworks reflect the refugees' political, economic, and cultural experiences, as well as their daily lives in the camp. Changu Moyo, a professional painter and refugee, expressed his struggles through his art, depicting the political oppression in Zimbabwe and his personal ordeal of fleeing the country during the 2008 presidential elections. Moyo's work, including pieces like 'Catastrophe' and 'Thinking Man', illustrates the hardships faced by refugees and the political turmoil in Zimbabwe. The exhibition was a collaboration between Thapong Visual Arts Centre and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees to highlight the talents of refugee artists and improve their livelihoods.
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