Bocongo - Botswana Council Of Non-Governmental Organisations
Botswana
National NGO Platforms
The Botswana Council of Non-Governmental Organisations (BOCONGO) was established in 1995 to coordinate the work of Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) in Botswana. BOCONGO works with NGOs and other stakeholders to strengthen the NGO sector through coordinating the sector’s contributions to development in Botswana and beyond.
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2024-05-27
Democracy, civic space and fundamental freedoms are under attack, but civil society is here to stay
2024-05-15
Civil society from over 65 countries convene in Botswana to discuss the current sustainable development landscape and devise civil society pathways to a better future
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2026-03-23
#ForusGA2026 - Day 1 Forus General Assembly ✨ Day 1 of the Forus general assembly is just the beginning! Today we came together with energy, ideas, and a shared purpose, exploring the challenges shaping our world and how we can respond united, weaving our unique network 🌍🤝 There’s so much more ahead. Watch the recap and stay inspired for what’s next! 🚀💬 #ForusGA2026 [FR] ✨ Jour 1 de l’assemblée générale de Forus, et ce n’est que le début ! Aujourd’hui, nous nous sommes réunis avec énergie, idées et un objectif commun, en explorant les défis qui façonnent notre monde et la manière d’y répondre ensemble, en tissant notre réseau unique 🌍🤝 Il y a encore tant à venir. Regardez le récapitulatif et restez inspirés pour la suite ! 🚀💬 #ForusGA2026 [ES] ✨ Día 1 de la asamblea general de Forus… ¡y esto es solo el comienzo! Hoy nos reunimos con energía, ideas y un propósito compartido, explorando los desafíos que están dando forma a nuestro mundo y cómo podemos responder unidos, tejiendo nuestra red única 🌍🤝 Aún queda mucho por venir. ¡Mira el resumen y mantente inspirado para lo que sigue! 🚀💬 #ForusGA2026
2023-09-19
EN - The impact of the mining industry on Botswana's host communities We're pleased to welcome Maipelo Phale from BOCONGO, the NGO platform of Botswana, Robert Letsatsi from Botswana Watch, Kitso Phiri representing the Botswana Mine Workers Union, and Lame Moreeng from DITSHWANELO- The Botswana Centre for Human Rights.. Today, we're going to explore the profound impact of mining projects on communities, particularly indigenous groups in Botswana.
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