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Daniel Chapo

Also known as: Mr Daniel Chapo · President Daniel Chapo · President Chapo · Mozambique President Daniel Chapo · Mr Chapo

Daniel Chapo — Mozambican President visiting Botswana in September-October 2026 to establish bilateral cooperation frameworks and attend independence celebrations.

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In coverage

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  1. October 2026
  2. Weekend Post

    … Mozambican President Daniel Chapo unveiled the decision in Gaborone at the conclusion of his three-day state visit, hosted by President Duma Boko. …

    Botswana, Mozambique elevate Bilateral Cooperation Framework
  3. Botswana Sunday Standard

    … The proposal emerged during Mozambican President Daniel Chapo’s visit to the Botswana Meat Commission in Lobatse, where officials discussed stronger cooperation in agriculture, livestock and trade. …

    Mozambique offers Botswana beef exporters route through Beira
  4. Daily News Botswana

    … Minister Mmolotsi made the announcement on Tuesday during a tour of the Samora Machel Museum in Peleng location, Lobatse by President of Mozambique, Mr Daniel Chapo. …

    Chapo visits Samora Machel Museum
  5. Daily News Botswana

    President Advocate Duma Boko and Mozambican President Daniel Chapo have challenged the private sector of both nations to unlock new trade frontiers, capitalise on rich natural resources and fast-track long-awaited regional corridors. …

    Business forum targets new trade and investment frontiers
  6. Daily News Botswana

    … This stemmed from a fundraising event held at the newly established GBV One-Stop Service Centre in Gaborone recently, as Mozambique’s First Lady, Ms Gueta Chapo, joined forces with the local leadership in the ongoing battle against Gender-Based Violence (GBV). …

    Mozambique First Lady backs Botswanas anti-GBV
  7. Daily News Botswana

    … President Advocate Duma Boko and his Mozambique counterpart, President Daniel Chapo, joined the crowds at the Main Mall, where various lifestyle groups staged displays along Khama Crescent. …

    Botswana celebrates in style
  8. Daily News Botswana

    … Mozambique President Daniel Chapo and First Lady Gueta, as well as Vice President Ndaba Gaolathe, were also in attendance. …

    Botswana relives 1966 at Diamond Jubilee
  9. September 2026
  10. Daily News Botswana

    … The minister made the announcement during a tour of the Samora Machel Museum on Tuesday in Lobatse by President of the Republic of Mozambique Mr Daniel Chapo. …

    Samora machel Museum restaurant development underway
  11. Daily News Botswana

    President Advocate Duma Boko (second left), Mozambique President Daniel Chapo (left) and Minister of Sport and Arts Mr Jacob Kelebeng touring some of the exhibitors’ stalls at the Main Mall, which formed part of the country’s 60th Diamond Jubilee Independence Day celebrations. …

    Botswana celebrates in great style
  12. Daily News Botswana

    … Welcoming President Daniel Chapo of Mozambique yesterday, President Advocate Duma Boko said Botswana was looking to forge strategic ties to enhance trade relations. …

    Duo elevates bilateral relations
World & Region

Botswana, Mozambique establish Binational Commission for deeper cooperation

The News

Botswana and Mozambique have agreed to elevate their bilateral cooperation framework into a Binational Commission chaired by their respective presidents to deepen political relations and widen trade. The decision was announced by Mozambican President Daniel Chapo during a three-day state visit to Botswana hosted by President Duma Boko, with the new structure intended to enhance accountability and track implementation of bilateral agreements.

9 October 2026 · Weekend Post →

Friday 9 October

  1. Botswana, Mozambique establish Binational Commission for deeper cooperation

    Botswana and Mozambique have agreed to elevate their bilateral cooperation framework into a Binational Commission chaired by their respective presidents to deepen political relations and widen trade. The decision was announced by Mozambican President Daniel Chapo during a three-day state visit to Botswana hosted by President Duma Boko, with the new structure intended to enhance accountability and track implementation of bilateral agreements.

    9 October 2026 · Weekend Post →

Tuesday 6 October

  1. Mozambique offers Botswana beef exporters Port of Beira route

    Mozambique has proposed an alternative export route through the Port of Beira for Botswana's beef exporters, offering the Botswana Meat Commission greater flexibility to rebuild and expand exports. The proposal emerged during Mozambican President Daniel Chapo's visit to the Botswana Meat Commission in Lobatse, where officials discussed stronger cooperation in agriculture, livestock and trade.

    6 October 2026 · Botswana Sunday Standard →

Thursday 1 October

  1. Samora Machel Museum restaurant planned in Lobatse

    Botswana is developing a restaurant at the Samora Machel Museum in Peleng, Lobatse, to serve Setswana and Portuguese cuisines. Minister of Environment and Tourism Wynter Mmolotsi announced this during a visit by Mozambique's President Daniel Chapo, highlighting the museum's role in Southern African liberation history and the enduring friendship between the two nations.

    1 October 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

  2. Botswana, Mozambique presidents urge business sector expansion

    Presidents Advocate Duma Boko and Daniel Chapo addressed a Botswana-Mozambique Business Forum, challenging private sector leaders to unlock new trade frontiers, capitalise on natural resources, and fast-track regional corridors to drive economic transformation and improve citizens' livelihoods.

    1 October 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

  3. Mozambique First Lady donates to Botswana's anti-GBV campaign

    Mozambique's First Lady Ms Gueta Chapo donated US$3,000 to Botswana's Office of the First Lady at a fundraising event for the new GBV One-Stop Service Centre in Gaborone, with First Lady Kaone Boko stating the funds would support survivor care, early intervention, and educational outreach to combat gender-based violence as a continental responsibility.

    1 October 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

  4. Botswana marks 60th independence anniversary with Gaborone carnival

    A colourful carnival procession featuring military, police, dancers, scouts and traditional performers converged at Gaborone's Main Mall on Wednesday as Botswana celebrated its 60th independence anniversary. President Duma Boko and visiting Mozambique President Daniel Chapo joined crowds and participated in traditional dance performances alongside community groups.

    1 October 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

  5. Botswana marks Diamond Jubilee with stadium celebration

    Botswana celebrated its Diamond Jubilee pre-Independence at the National Stadium on Tuesday night with performances from police and prison service bands, speeches from dignitaries including President Duma Boko, Mozambique President Daniel Chapo, and a fireworks display. The event, themed Building Resilience, Driving Prosperity, drew large crowds despite cold drizzle.

    1 October 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

Wednesday 30 September

  1. Samora Machel Museum restaurant development underway in Lobatse

    Botswana is developing a restaurant at the Samora Machel Museum in Lobatse to serve Portuguese and local Setswana cuisine, including shrimp and Seswaa dishes, Minister of Environment and Tourism Wynter Mmolotsi announced during a visit by Mozambique's President Daniel Chapo.

    30 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

  2. Botswana marks 60th Independence Day with Diamond Jubilee celebrations

    Botswana held its 60th Diamond Jubilee Independence Day celebrations under the theme "Building Resilience, Driving Prosperity," with President Duma Boko, Mozambique President Daniel Chapo, and the Minister of Sport and Arts touring exhibitor stalls at the Main Mall.

    30 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

Monday 28 September

  1. Botswana and Mozambique establish Bi-National Commission

    Botswana and Mozambique signed an agreement establishing a Bi-National Commission to elevate their 51-year bilateral relations and manage cooperation across multiple sectors including livestock, energy, transport, logistics, tourism, defense, security, law and minerals.

    28 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

Friday 15 May

  1. Mogae was principled SADC leader, says Chissano

    Former Mozambique President Joaquim Chissano delivered a eulogy at the State Memorial Service for former Botswana President Festus Mogae, describing him as a principled leader and "one of the architects of stability in Southern Africa" who provided wise counsel in regional deliberations.

    15 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

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