Duma Boko Sworn In as Botswana’s 6th President, Pledges Economic Diversification
Duma Boko was sworn in as Botswana’s 6th president, promising to diversify the economy beyond diamond sales and emphasizing immediate leadership.
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Botswana’s Opposition UDC Wins Majority in Landmark Elections
Botswana’s Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) secures a parliamentary majority, with leader Duma Boko set to become president-elect.
African Leaders Arrive in Beijing for 2024 FOCAC Summit
Leaders from Botswana, Cape Verde, and Egypt have arrived in Beijing to attend the 2024 FOCAC Summit, beginning tomorrow and running until Friday.
El Niño-Induced Drought Shrinks Botswana’s GDP by 38%
El Niño-induced drought has slashed Botswana’s GDP by 38%, with crop yields plummeting and cereal production meeting only 23% of national needs, according to a recent report by the Botswana Climate Change Network.
Botswana Seeks Sustainable Solutions for Human-Wildlife Coexistence
Botswana is exploring sustainable solutions to reduce human-wildlife conflict, aiming for harmony between communities and animals, as current compensation schemes become unsustainable.