President Advocate Duma Boko has reaffirmed Botswana’s commitment to nurture economic diplomacy with Rwanda as a vital pillar to achieve sustainable economic growth. …
Botswana enhances trade ties with RwandaBotswana Minute.
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Duma Boko
Also known as: President Boko · President Advocate Duma Boko · Advocate Duma Boko · President Duma Gideon Boko · President Duma Boko
President of Botswana who has pursued trade agreements with Rwanda and France while calling for economic diversification away from diamond dependence.
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- May 2026
… Advocate Duma Boko and his guest, Mr Paul Kagame who commenced his two day state visit, vowed before the media to continue an upward trajectory towards a mutually beneficial relations between the two states. …
Botswana and Rwanda cement ties with new agreements… President of AFTRA Ebby Mubanga highlighted that President Duma Gideon Boko is the first Head of State to officiate the opening of the conference since its inception, describing this as a significant milestone for the organisation. …
Gaborone hosts landmark continental education summit… of Public Sector Unions (BOFEPUSU), the secretary-general of the latter, Robert Rabasimane, did not mince words, accusing the President of "disrespecting trade union leadership and attempting to stifle independent labour bodies".The union leader's remarks followed President Boko …
Union leaders fire salvos at BokoPresident Advocate Duma Boko has highlighted ongoing efforts to remove barriers and allow citizens of Botswana and Rwanda to travel more freely without obstacles. …
Botswana and Rwanda strive for free travel movement… The awarding of medals was done by President Advocate Duma Boko, who is also the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces. …
BDF honours over 500 soldiersPresident Advocate Duma Boko says collective strategies are needed from Batswana in order to revive the country’s economy. …
Economy revival needs collective effort- April 2026
President Advocate Duma Boko has commended the outgoing Ambassador of Algeria, Mr Abdelmalek Tigharghar, for his role in deepening bilateral ties and advancing economic cooperation between the two countries at the end of his tour of duty. …
Boko Lauds Outgoing Algeria EnvoyThe Botswana National Front (BNF) marked its 60th anniversary in style on Saturday night, with President Advocate Duma Boko using the gala dinner to deliver a candid and forward-looking address centred on unity, economic reform and faith in the country’s future. …
Boko rallies party around faith and unityPresident Advocate Duma Boko has departed for France and Spain to attend the One Health Summit on April 7, which coincides with World Health Day. …
President Undertakes Working Visits To France and Spain
World & Region
Botswana and Rwanda sign agreements, cement diplomatic ties
The News
Heads of state Advocate Duma Boko and Paul Kagame signed Memoranda of Understanding on Wednesday, with both countries committing to practical cooperation in areas including air connectivity, visa facilitation, and double taxation avoidance. Kagame praised Botswana's management of natural resources and investments in pharmaceutical capacity.
7 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Thursday 7 May
Botswana and Rwanda sign agreements, cement diplomatic ties
Heads of state Advocate Duma Boko and Paul Kagame signed Memoranda of Understanding on Wednesday, with both countries committing to practical cooperation in areas including air connectivity, visa facilitation, and double taxation avoidance. Kagame praised Botswana's management of natural resources and investments in pharmaceutical capacity.
7 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Botswana reaffirms commitment to deeper trade ties with Rwanda
During a state visit by Rwandan President Paul Kagame, President Boko expressed Botswana's desire to increase trade volume and investment flows with Rwanda, and to pioneer innovative approaches to economic diplomacy that could serve as an example to other nations.
7 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Wednesday 6 May
Gaborone hosts 13th AFTRA conference on collaborative teaching
Gaborone hosted the 13th AFTRA conference and 15th Roundtable at the International Convention Centre, bringing together education leaders and policymakers under the theme "Recasting Teaching as a Collaborative Profession: Implications for Africa" to explore approaches such as peer mentoring and professional learning communities aimed at strengthening education systems across the continent.
6 May 2026 · Mmegi →
Union leaders accuse President Boko of disrespecting labour bodies
At an event organised by the Botswana Federation of Trade Unions and the Botswana Federation of Public Sector Unions, secretary-general Robert Rabasimane accused President Boko of "disrespecting trade union leadership and attempting to stifle independent labour bodies," following remarks by the President about Botswana's economic inequality that Rabasimane found demeaning.
6 May 2026 · Mmegi →
Botswana, Rwanda pursue visa-free travel and closer cooperation
President Advocate Duma Boko has called for Botswana to reciprocate Rwanda's policy allowing Batswana to stay for up to six months by extending similar provisions to Rwandan citizens. Boko emphasized that easing travel restrictions would strengthen diplomatic relations and boost tourism, trade, and cultural exchange between the two nations.
6 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Monday 4 May
BDF honours over 500 soldiers at annual medal parade
More than 500 current and former Botswana Defence Force members were honoured on Thursday during the 49th Medal Awards Parade for outstanding service and conduct. A total of 528 personnel received medals across five categories: 134 with the Duty Code Order, 297 with the Pearl Jubilee Medal, 84 with the Distinguished Service Medal, and 13 with the Foreign Service Medal.
4 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Friday 1 May
President calls collective effort to revive Botswana's economy
President Boko says economic revival requires collective strategies from Batswana to diversify the mono-sectoral diamond-dependent economy. He cited the need for manufacturing, reduced power imports via the Maun 500MW Solar Plant, and better public sector salaries to prevent retrenchments and support development.
1 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Tuesday 28 April
President Boko praises departing Algerian ambassador
President Advocate Duma Boko commended outgoing Algerian Ambassador Abdelmalek Tigharghar for deepening bilateral ties and advancing economic cooperation between Botswana and Algeria during his two-year tenure, urging him to continue promoting Botswana's story of peace and good governance.
28 April 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Monday 20 April
Boko urges BNF to unite around faith and economic reform
At the BNF's 60th anniversary gala, President Duma Boko emphasized leadership driven by faith and long-term vision, while warning that diamonds account for about 80 per cent of national revenue and calling for urgent economic diversification through infrastructure projects, improved bureaucratic efficiency, and production-based empowerment. He also stressed the need for rule of law and institutional reform.
20 April 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Monday 6 April
President Boko travels to France and Spain for summits
President Advocate Duma Boko has departed for France to attend the One Health Summit on April 7, which brings together global leaders to discuss human, animal, plant, and ecosystem health, focusing on zoonotic diseases, antimicrobial resistance, sustainable food systems, and pollution exposure. He will hold bilateral talks with President Emmanuel Macron and engage on trade and investment opportunities, then travel to Spain on April 9 for economic diplomacy discussions and talks with Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez Perez-Castejon.
6 April 2026 · Daily News Botswana →