Botswana President Mokgweetsi Masisi – who is Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s close political ally – has conceded defeat to the main opposition Umbrella for Democratic Change leader, Harvard-trained lawyer Duma Boko.
In an utter state of shock, but gracious and setting a democratic example for his country and the region, Masisi said:
“Starting tomorrow or as in my discussion with the president elect, at a time convenient to him, we will begin all administrative work to facilitate the transition and I assure you that I will not take any actions to hinder or slow down this process.
“I will also hand over all outstanding government matters to the new president so he may address them after his inauguration.
“I will continue to serve the interests of my beloved Botswana within the parameters of our constitution.
“I promise to do my part to build a strong country from within and to work with the new administration to ensue that every citizen has opportunities at their finger tips. I look forward to attending the inauguration.”
