Botswana High Commission, Nigeria

14/09/2026

SADC GROUP OF AMBASSADORS/HIGH COMMISSIONERS IN NIGERIA PAYS COURTESY CALL TO MINISTER OF STATE FOR THE FEDERAL MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS, HONOURABLE AMBASSADOR SOLA ENIKANOLAIYE

On the 9 September 2026 the SADC Group of Ambassadors/High Commissioners in Nigeria paid a Courtesy Call to the Minister of State for the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Honourable Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye. The Group extended a Congratulatory message to the Honourable Minister on his appointment by H.E. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to the position of Minister of State responsible for African Affairs. .

The group apprised the Minister of the SADC activities in Nigeria geared towards promoting collaboration such as the annual SADC Day commemoration which marks the celebration of regional unity, integration, and shared development goals among others.

In his response, the Honourable Minister of State for the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs, thanked the SADC group for the visit and the congratulatory message. He further stated that he looked forward to working with SADC Group and with the individual countries to deepen ties with Nigeria. He stated that the relations between SADC countries and Nigeria remain excellent and called on the group to strengthen collaboration with Nigeria on critical sectors such as Agriculture and Mining among others for value addition. The Minister emphasised the need for Africa to consult and engage each other using various platforms to strengthen Africa’s positions in global stage.

15/06/2026

09/06/2026

BOTSWANA HIGH COMMISSION MEETS DELEGATES OF CITY INTERNATIONAL MODEL UNITED NATIONS CONFERENCE (CityMUN Abuja 2026)

On 04th June 2026 H.E. Ms. Philda Nani Kereng engaged with the delegates of the City International Model United Nations Conference (CityMUN Abuja 2026) during their annual conference held in Abuja. Model United Nations is an educational simulation and academic activity that brings together students from High Schools, Colleges and Universities taking the role of delegated representative countries within the UN System. The theme of the 2026 conference anchored on SDG 9: Building Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure for Sustainable Future. The visit was to expose the students to Botswana economic development success story.

Introducing Botswana to the delegates, the High Commissioner H.E. Philda Kereng gave a synopsis of Botswana History, Values and Guiding Principles: democratic tenets, governance and respect for the rule of law, peaceful and safe nation Botho, engagement (therisano) anchored on racial harmony, diversity, and peaceful coexistence. She stated that Botswana’s location has provided an advantage of being a logistical hub, thus making it ideal for trade and investment with access not only to Southern Africa but a gateway to the entire region and the globe.

The High Commissioner shared Botswana’s success story and development progression is driven by good governance in the key sectors of Beef Production & Export, Diamond Mining, Marketing & Revenue Management, Tourism and her rich culture. She further informed that Botswana like the rest of the world has prioritized Economic Diplomacy as the way forward for the development of her people hence the quest to diversify its economy beyond a single commodity of diamonds promoting trade in various sectors through the Botswana Economic Transformation Programme (BETP) National Development Plan (NDP 12), as well as Vision 2036.

The delegates also learned that Botswana has domesticated the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by integrating them into its National Development Plans with SDG 9 identifying with the Botswana’s Economic Diversification Drive through Inclusive economic growth, Investing in Agriculture, Women and Youth Development and adopting a human rights approach to development.

The delegates engaged intensively on Botswana’s success story and their readiness to research further and inform themselves with a view to make a difference in the world especially as most of them are students of Political Science, Law and International Relations. Shared information packages including University of Botswana student enrolment & showcased Botswana products, culture, arts and destinations.

29/05/2026

On Friday 22nd May 2026, Her Excellency Ms. Philda Nani Kereng, High Commissioner of the Republic of Botswana paid a courtesy visit to the recently appointed Honourable Minister Ambassador Bianca Odumegwa-Ojukwu in the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nigeria. The two agreed the importance of strengthening and enhancing the Bilateral Cooperation between Botswana and Nigeria with emphasis on the areas on Capacity Building, Agriculture, Investment and Trade, Tourism as well as the Arts and Creative Industry. In that regard, the Honourable Minister and the High Commissioner agreed to engage on the importance of holding the 5th Session of the Botswana/Nigeria Joint Permanent Commission on Cooperation, platform and engage stakeholders from both countries.

25/05/2026

15/05/2026

The High Commission of the Republic of Botswana in Abuja, Nigeria, continues to receive members of the Diplomatic Community and Friends of Botswana coming in to honor the legacy of the late Former President of the Republic of Botswana (1998-2008), His Excellency Dr. Festus Gontebanye Mogae. H.E. Dr Mogae passed away on the 8th May 2026 will be laid to rest on the 16th May 2026, in Gaborone.

The Book of Condolences remains open at the High Commission as members of Diplomatic and Consular Missions, and other International Organisations accredited to Nigeria sign the book to celebrate the late Former President’s legacy and visionary leadership, that was not only beneficiary to Botswana but also to the African Continent and the Globe. During and after his tenure, Former President Festus Mogae has visited Nigeria and deliberated in areas of transformational leadership and among the visits, in 2011 he headed the Commonwealth Election Observer Mission to the Legislative and Presidential elections and also led the International Election Observation Mission organised by the International Republican Institute (IRI) and the National Democratic Institute (NDI) during Nigeria’s general elections held in 2019.

08/05/2026

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President Duma Boko has announced a three-day period of national mourning following the passing of Former President, His Excellency Festus Gontebanye Mogae.

Addressing the nation on Friday, President Boko said Botswana joins together in mourning and remembrance of a leader whose contribution to national development and public service helped shape the country’s path over several decades.

“As a nation, we grieve the loss of a remarkable leader and servant of the people whose commitment to Botswana remained unwavering throughout his life,” said President Boko, confirming that Former President Mogae passed away in the early hours of Friday morning.

During the mourning period, national flags will be flown at half-mast across the country in honour of the Former Head of State.

Former President Mogae led Botswana from 1998 to 2008 and is widely respected for his disciplined leadership, dedication to good governance and role in strengthening the country’s economic foundations.

President Boko further conveyed condolences to the Mogae family and to the nation, describing the late Former President as a humble and principled leader who served Botswana with honour and distinction. 🕊️
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06/05/2026

REBUTTAL TO FAKE NEWS POST CAPTIONED “URGENT: BOTSWANA CUTS ELECTRICITY TO SOUTH AFRICA AND CLOSES ITS BORDERS”

GABORONE, 5th May 2026: The Ministry of International Relations strongly condemns a fake news post circulating on social media entitled, “Urgent: Botswana cuts electricity to South Africa and closes its borders,” that is circulating on various social media platforms. The post, among other aspects, falsely states that the President of the Republic of Botswana, Advocate Duma Gideon Boko has “declared a state of emergency and announced drastic measures against South Africa, amid escalating tensions fuelled by accusations of xenophobia against Botswana citizens.”

This is fake news. The post is spreading misinformation about the President of Botswana and is misleading the public on the state of Botswana and South Africa relations. It is also intent on sullying the good relations that subsist between Botswana and South Africa.

The two countries enjoy close bilateral ties, good neighbourliness, and excellent cooperation in various sectors of the economy, including defence and security, energy, sports and trade. Batswana and South Africans are in many ways one and the same people who share similar historical, cultural heritage, linguistic, familial ties, as well as values of mutual respect, commitment to democracy, rule of law, respect for human rights and the deepening of regional integration.

Members of the public are therefore urged to disregard the post and its misleading content.