Duma Boko

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."Duma Boko sworn in as Botswana's new president". www.aa.com.tr. Retrieved 2 November 2024. He served as the Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly from 2014 to 2019. Duma Boko attained the presidency of the BNF in 2010. He led the creation of the Umbrella for Democratic Change, an alliance of the main opposition parties in Botswana. He ran as the alliance's president in Botswana's general elections in 2014 and 2019.Botswana 2019 General Elections Report - IEC At the 2024 election, he led his party to win and was sworn in as President of Botswana on 1 November 2024.BBC News - Botswana's politician who did the unthinkable Quotes 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, Botswana's politician who did the unthinkable, BBC news by Danai Nesta Kupemba,(1 November 2024) retrieved 2 November 2024 It shocked me in terms of the numbers and the intensity with which people attended to the vote I am truly humbled and I can only pledge to them that I will do the very best. Thank you very much to the nation, thank you very much to the immediate former president Duma Boko, Botswana rights lawyer elected president,eNCA, by Bronwen Roberts & Louise Dewast,(1 November 2024) retrieved 2 November 2024 The first 100 days present an opportunity to demonstrate swift, decisive action while laying the groundwork for long-term transformation First 100 days will make or break UDC govt 8 January, 2025 Access to medicines is a human right, not a privilege Africa’s voice is not heard 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 Botswana His Excellency Duma Gideon Boko 25 September, 2025 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 Botswana's President confirmed the government's intention to acquire a controlling stake in the diamond company De Beers 10 November, 2025 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 From small and medium enterprises to global investors, we invite you to partner with us, not only to build infrastructure but to also cultivate the talent and knowledge necessary to sustain it 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 President Advocate Duma Gideon Boko of Botswana opens Inaugural SADC Sustainable Energy Week and calls for action to accelerate sustainable energy security in the SADC region. 25 February, 2025 We want to celebrate these heroes for one day and dedicate just a day to them for what they have achieved for the country Boko defends September 29 holiday 03 October, 2025 Peace and stability in Africa must be anchored on accountable and responsive governance We must confront the obstacles facing our citizens and leverage our collective strengths to secure a prosperous future amidst a volatile global economic environment characterized by rising inflation, supply chain disruptions, and tightening monetary policies We must not allow the uncertainties of today to deter us from tomorrow's opportunities Africa must strengthen accountability and governance to prosper -- Botswana President Duma Boko 23 November, 2024 We are moving to a point where no mineral will leave this country without being processed Polish All Botswana Diamonds Locally, President Reportedly Urges 29 May, 2025 SOEs must embrace technology, efficiency, and innovation to achieve global competitiveness Botswanan president urges state-owned enterprises to explore int'l markets 01 July, 2025 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. Let us continue to succeed many times beyond the low standards that others have expected of us, let us continue to develop our talents and abilities and speak so loudly that the whole world will fail to ignore our voice Boko preaches healing during Independence Day 30 September, 2025 We must develop, we must make agriculture the revolutionary engine of our economy Botswanan president calls for adoption of modern technologies to transform agriculture 23 August, 2025 Everybody who was buying diamonds bought them without knowing where they came from or caring about the story of the people that own these diamonds. When you tell them about Botswana, nobody knows about it. That was a mistake that we allowed Botswana President: “De Beers Is Not Doing Its Job 17 July 2025 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. Boko raises alarm over inflated medicine prices 26 August, 2025 Applying corporal punishment without explanation or teaching children to understand their responsibilities only causes them to neglect those duties Children respond to kindness, This cycle perpetuates gender-based violence from an early age Boko calls for compassionate discipline over corporal punishment in schools 04 July, 2025 The medical supply chain as run by the central medical stores has failed Botswana declares health emergency over medicine shortage 26 August, 2025 African investors, African thinkers, African intellectuals, and African entrepreneurs are responsible. We hold them eminently responsible for the development, and therefore the underdevelopment, if that eventuates, of the African continent, We, for our part as governments, must appreciate the biggest challenge that leadership has faced. It has not been a lack of ideas or an appreciation of what the policy and legal environment should be. It has been a failure to implement those ideas We look forward to having a massive project, or a number of massive projects, commence in Botswana. We are committed to ensuring that this happens, and happens quickly. We give our assurance that Botswana is ready, willing, and able BOKO APPEALS BOKO TO AFRICAN INVESTORS TO LEAD DEVELOPMENT 3 September 2026 The person whose legacy we are celebrating today was heavily invested in the concept of self-reliance (Ipelegeng). Batswana were encouraged to do more for themselves rather than depend on government handouts. Many heeded the call, took the initiative and worked hard to improve their lives We are proud to have had a leader of Sir Seretse Khama's stature. His vision laid the foundation upon which the next generation of leaders continued the development trajectory of our country. We encourage Batswana to take a leaf from the values he espoused and take Botswana forward PRESIDENT BOKO URGES BATSWANA TO EMBRACE SIR SERETSE KHAMA'S VALUES 1 July 2026 We made a commitment to Batswana that we would introduce hemp cultivation, and we are now moving closer to fully delivering on that promise There is an entrepreneurial opportunity that local farmers need to seize, and I can assure you that the ostrich industry is sizeable MAXIMISE OSTRICH VALUE CHAIN TO BOOST DIVERSIFICATION, BOKO TELLS FARMERS 14 July 2026 I am honoured and humbled to be asked to be the champion. It is one that I accept with humility What do they call themselves? Why do we call them the San? BOKO TAKES UP INDIGENOUS PEOPLES CAUSE 11 March 2026 The law is not an obstacle to progress. The law facilitates the doing of good. It is designed to serve the public interest and advance the public good 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 President Duma Boko Calls for Public Service Transformation at Leadership Conference 2026 12 August 2026 References