Also known as: Advocate Duma Gideon Boko · Duma Gideon Boko
Boko — President of Botswana and party president of the Umbrella for Democratic Change, addressing governance and economic challenges since 2026.
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Mmegi
Addressing delegates at the Botswana National Front (BNF)'s 60th national conference in Jwaneng over the holidays, Boko painted a bleak picture of the state his administration inherited, describing it as "a broken country, a collapsing economy and a nation bereft of hope.""We too …
We inherited a broken Botswana – BokoThe Botswana Gazette
Former Speaker Phandu Skelemani has urged President Boko, his Cabinet and legislators to back Speaker Dithapelo Keorapetse’s push for an independent Parliament to strengthen Botswana’s democracy SESUPO RANTSIMAKO Former Speaker of the National Assembly Phandu Skelemani has thrown …
Skelemani Urges Executive to Back Speaker’s AgendaMmegi
Officially opening the 21st BDF Strategic Conference yesterday, Boko said members of the disciplined forces are trained to protect lives, not take them in non-combat situations. …
Soldiers must never use military training at home – BokoMmegi
Boko appointed Alvarez & Marsal Middle East Limited (“A&M”) to provide forensic audit services for the country. …
Audit flags Boko’s preferred direct tenderingMmegi
In an emotional address to the nation this morning, Boko confirmed the passing of Mogae who served as the president of Botswana from 1998 until 2008. …
Mogae, a true statesman - BokoMmegi
Speaking during the Labour Day commemoration organised by the Botswana Federation of Public, Private and Parastatal Sector Unions (BOFEPUSU) in Letlhakane on Friday, Boko made it clear that the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) administration will press ahead with the reform, …
We aren't backtracking on ConCourt – BokoMmegi
Speaking during the party’s gala dinner on Saturday, Boko delivered a stern message, making it clear that his leadership will not tolerate any form of corruption. …
We won't tolerate any form of corruption - BokoMmegi
Speaking at the party’s 60th-anniversary gala dinner at Royal Aria in Tlokweng, Boko made it clear that his leadership stands against any form of bribery or exploitation. …
Boko denies 'pay-to-access' claimsMmegi
Addressing members and supporters, Boko stressed the importance of remembering the party’s roots whilst keeping sight of its future ambitions. …
BNF marks 60 years in styleThe 5th Corporate Governance Summit will gather board directors, chief executives and governance professionals from the Southern African Development Community in Kasane from November 11-13, 2026, themed on redefining ethical leadership and overcoming corporate rot through organizational integrity rather than compliance checklists.
12 October 2026 · Weekend Post →
The 5th Corporate Governance Summit will gather board directors, chief executives and governance professionals from the Southern African Development Community in Kasane from November 11-13, 2026, themed on redefining ethical leadership and overcoming corporate rot through organizational integrity rather than compliance checklists.
12 October 2026 · Weekend Post →
The University of Botswana will confer an honorary Doctor of Letters on Roy Sesana, an internationally acclaimed San rights activist, during its 44th Graduation Ceremonies on 21–23 October 2026, in recognition of his lifelong commitment to defending the rights and cultural identity of the San community. Sesana, born in the Central Kalahari Game Reserve, co-founded the First People of the Kalahari in 1991 and has spent decades advocating for indigenous rights.
12 October 2026 · Weekend Post →
Addressing the UN General Assembly, Boko said Africa's youthful population represents economic opportunity but warned it could become a crisis if job and skills access fail to keep pace with aspirations.
5 October 2026 · Mmegi →
Addressing the nation, Boko acknowledged that Independence benefits have not reached every household equally and warned that the economy can no longer depend heavily on diamonds, citing high unemployment, insufficient economic diversification, and exposure to external shocks.
5 October 2026 · Mmegi →
A political disagreement between two influential figures has evolved into a broader contest over influence within Botswana's labour movement and ruling UDC party. Motshwarakgole has built influence through trade unions while Boko has consolidated power within party politics and the presidency.
14 September 2026 · Mmegi →
Trade union leaders who previously supported the Umbrella for Democratic Change are now among its loudest critics, creating a delicate situation for President Boko as disputes over representation and the country's direction intensify.
14 September 2026 · Mmegi →
Kgomotso Sekerese, an inmate at Gaborone Central Prison, has appealed directly to President Boko to remit the remaining four years of his sentence, citing the President's constitutional powers to grant clemency. Sekerese's plea comes amid an ongoing legal dispute with the State over an alleged assault by prison officers.
2 September 2026 · Mmegi →
Salakae, the Ghanzi Member of Parliament, is stepping down as minister to pursue his legal defence against corruption charges spanning corrupting a public officer, corruption, abuse of office, and money laundering. He is set to appear before the Regional Magistrate on Friday alongside Tau Grading & Building Construction (PTY) LTD and four others.
24 August 2026 · Mmegi →
Labour movements have concluded that the UDC government has failed to address pressing issues from its 2024 election campaign and should make way for another administration. The standoff stems from nearly two years of stalled salary negotiations between unions and the government, with the dispute escalated to the courts.
17 August 2026 · Mmegi →
UDC spokesperson Molutsi said the party president and deputy president's demanding government responsibilities make it difficult for them to attend NEC meetings, though he maintained the NEC continues to meet with representatives from coalition parties and communicates with the two leaders through briefings and resolutions.
17 August 2026 · Mmegi →
At the BNF's 60th national conference, President Boko characterized his inherited administration as "a broken country, a collapsing economy and a nation bereft of hope," attributing challenges to more than a decade of declining diamond revenues and shrinking export earnings while framing current hardships as part of a necessary rebuilding process.
27 July 2026 · Mmegi →
Former Speaker Phandu Skelemani has urged President Boko, his Cabinet and legislators to support Speaker Dithapelo Keorapetse's push for an independent Parliament to strengthen Botswana's democracy.
20 July 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
At the 21st BDF Strategic Conference, Boko said members of the disciplined forces are trained to protect lives, not take them in non-combat situations, and stressed that lethal force skills should never be used against civilians or intimate partners.
26 May 2026 · Mmegi →
A forensic audit commissioned by Boko found repeated use of non-competitive procurement, weakly justified direct awards, emergency procurement, and tender manipulation across multiple entities, with overuse of direct appointments and reliance on emergency procurement without clear basis, departing from open and competitive tendering.
11 May 2026 · Mmegi →
President Boko announced the death of former president Festus Mogae, who served from 1998 to 2008. Boko described Mogae as a statesman whose leadership brought Botswana international respect for principled governance, sound economic management, and commitment to democracy.
8 May 2026 · Mmegi →
Speaking at a Labour Day event in Letlhakane, Boko stated that the UDC administration will not back away from its Constitutional Court reform proposal, describing it as a "principled position" grounded in expert legal opinion and thoroughly examined by lawyers, advocates, scholars, and experts.
6 May 2026 · Mmegi →
Speaking at a party gala dinner on Saturday, Boko delivered a stern message that his leadership will not tolerate any form of corruption and stressed that the fight against corruption must begin within the party itself. He stated that a forensic audit report expected by the end of the month will play a critical role in exposing malpractice within government structures.
27 April 2026 · Mmegi →
Speaking at the party's 60th-anniversary gala dinner, Boko stated his leadership stands against bribery or exploitation and urged anyone demanding payment for access to report it to the Botswana Police. This followed public complaints that people close to the President are requiring business people to pay for access to him.
22 April 2026 · Mmegi →
The Botswana National Front marked its 60th anniversary, with party president Boko addressing members and supporters about the party's journey shaped by sacrifice, resilience, and commitment. He acknowledged members and families who sacrificed opportunities and resources for the party over nearly six decades.
22 April 2026 · Mmegi →