As Botswana’s new president, Duma Boko has outlined five key priorities to address pressing issues in the country: 1. Economic Revitalization: Botswana’s economy, heavily reliant on diamonds, has suffered due to global market changes and competition from synthetic stones. Boko’s administration plans to create 500,000 jobs over five years, diversify beyond diamonds, and push economic growth above 10%. 2.

Negotiations with De Beers: Diamonds account for a large share of Botswana’s revenue, making a sustainable diamond deal with De Beers essential. Boko aims to renegotiate terms that will gradually increase Botswana’s share in the Debswana joint venture, aiming for a balanced agreement to stabilize the economy. 3. Security Reforms: The Directorate of Intelligence and Security Services has faced divisions and corruption. Boko’s administration will work on unifying the security forces and ensuring accountability, which is essential to restore public trust. 4. Anti-Corruption Measures: Boko has committed to fighting corruption, an issue that has damaged Botswana’s institutions.

He aims to strengthen anti-corruption bodies and support high-profile investigations and reforms in the public sector. 5. Regional Diplomacy: Relations with neighboring countries, especially regarding trade and undocumented workers, are a priority. Boko plans to ease tensions, improve trade with South Africa, and create pathways for Zimbabwean immigrants to work legally. These initiatives reflect Boko’s goals of economic stability, transparency, and strengthened regional relations to benefit Botswana’s future.