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b. 1969
Duma Gideon Boko (born 31 December 1969) is a Botswana politician and lawyer currently serving as President of Botswana since 1 November 2024 and as leader of the Umbrella for Democratic Change since 2012. He served as the Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly from 2014 to 2019.
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What do they call themselves? Why do we call them the San?
It must be noted that the current prices often are inflated five to 10 times, and under the current economic conditions, this scenario is not sustainable.
The law does not prevent good; it enables it. The law requires it. We must ensure that public institutions act in ways that advance justice, fairness, and the well-being of the people
Children respond to kindness, This cycle perpetuates gender-based violence from an early age
SOEs must embrace technology, efficiency, and innovation to achieve global competitiveness
We are moving to a point where no mineral will leave this country without being processed
We want to celebrate these heroes for one day and dedicate just a day to them for what they have achieved for the country
The medical supply chain as run by the central medical stores has failed
There is an entrepreneurial opportunity that local farmers need to seize, and I can assure you that the ostrich industry is sizeable
We must develop, we must make agriculture the revolutionary engine of our economy
The first 100 days present an opportunity to demonstrate swift, decisive action while laying the groundwork for long-term transformation
Although this administration insists on diversifying the mining sector, diamonds will continue to be the main factor in the economic growth and transformation of our country
We must not allow the uncertainties of today to deter us from tomorrow's opportunities
I can only pledge to [the people] that I will do my very best. Where I fail and fault, I will look to them for guidance
The SADC region continues to face power shortages due primarily to inadequate infrastructure development across the board, and in recent times, the debilitating effects of climate change
I encourage all of you Batswana, to increase peace and harmony in our homes, to be healing weaknesses in the lives of others, every day. Take the other cheek if necessary.
Access to medicines is a human right, not a privilege
The United Nations cannot be truly international [...] until our continent – home to one-fifth of the population of the world – is afforded an equal voice at the highest body of this Organization
Peace and stability in Africa must be anchored on accountable and responsive governance
The time for talk is over. It’s time to act! Let’s work together to build a future where every home, business, and industry in SADC has access to clean, affordable, and reliable energy
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