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Duma Boko

May 8, 2026

Botswana’s former President Festus Mogae dies at 86

Mr Mogae died on Friday. He was 86 years old.

Festus ‌Mogae
November 23, 2024

African leaders urge collective action to secure future

African leaders say as global uncertainty rises, there is an urgent need for bold, collective action to secure Africa’s economic future and foster resilience.

African Leaders
November 23, 2024

Policymakers, experts, others converge on Botswana for economic conference

The event would also emphasise the role of innovation and youth-led solutions in strengthening resilience across sectors.

AfDB logo, Botswana
November 11, 2024

Botswana’s vice president to double as finance minister

High on Mr Gaolathe’s to-do list will be lifting economic growth, which the International Monetary Fund projects will slow to one per cent this year.

Botswana Vice President Ndaba Gaolathe
November 1, 2024

Botswana’s ruling party suffers defeat after 58 years in power

Incumbent president, Mr Masisi, 63, a former UNICEF worker, conceded defeat in a press conference on Friday, promising to “support” the president-elect.

Botswana President Mokgweetsi Masisi