LOBATSE LAUNCHES HERITAGE HIKING TRAIL
11 Apr 2026
The historic Lobatse Heritage Hiking Trail which highlights the historic sites at Lobatse and the town's contribution towards the liberation struggle in the Southern African Development community region, was officially launched today.
It showcases historic sites such as the Fish Keitseng monument, Samora Machel monument, The Old Legislative Council and Mandela's hideout spot at Peleng, amongst others.
It was officially launched at Peleng Kgotla by the Ministry of Local Government and Traditional Affairs, deputy permanent secretary for Social Development, Mr Kabo Moseki.
He emphasised that Lobatse played a critical role in shaping the political landscape in the SADC region, including South Africa and Mozambique, where several liberation struggle legends such as the late South African former President Nelson Mandela, Mozambique first President Samora Machel, sought refuge in Lobatse.
He noted that the first African National Congress took place at Lobatse, shaping the polity of neighboring South Africa.
He underscored that preservation of such heritage was critical to economic diversification, adding that cultural heritage had great potential to add high value to Botswana's tourism portfolio.
In addition, he noted that such heritage development would create employment opportunities for locals, as well as boost both international and domestic tourism.
For his part, Lobatse Mayor Mr Aron Ganakgomo said the launch of the trail was an important development milestone that was long overdue. He said Botswana’s first hiking trail would also showcase the beautiful and mountainous Lobatse landscape.
Source : BOPA
Author : Calviniah Kgautlhe
Location : Lobatse
Event : Hiking
Date : 11 Apr 2026
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