Botswana issues arrest warrant for former president Ian Khama

The former president was formally charged in April last year but has not yet appeared in court.

An arrest warrant has been issued former President Ian Khama on a charge of illegal possession of firearms (AP/PA)

An arrest warrant has been issued in Botswana for former President Ian Khama on a charge of illegal possession of firearms.

Mr Khama, currently living in neighbouring South Africa, denies the charge, his lawyer said.