Botswana's smooth regime change an example, says new president

The transition was a testament to Botswana's mature democracy and an example for the rest of the world, President Duma Boko told reporters.

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Botswana’s newly elected President Duma Boko (R) shakes hands with the outgoing President Mokgweetsi Masisi at the Office of the President in Gaborone on November 4. AFP PHOTO
By NewVision Reporter
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Botswana's new president took office Monday, praising his predecessor for allowing a smooth regime change without "apprehension" after elections that removed his party in power for nearly 60 years.

The transition

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