Deputy President Kindiki Heads to Botswana for Inauguration of President-Elect Duma Boko
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki departed for Gaborone, Botswana, early this morning to represent President William Ruto at the swearing-in and inauguration of His Excellency Duma Boko as President of the Republic of Botswana. The high-profile event is set to mark a new chapter in Botswana’s leadership, with the ceremony drawing distinguished guests from across Africa.
Accompanying Deputy President Kindiki is a delegation comprising notable members of both the Senate and National Assembly. The delegation includes Senators Fatuma Dullo (Isiolo) and Eddy Oketch (Migori) and National Assembly Members Owen Baya (Kilifi North), Vincent Musyoka (Mwala), John Njuguna Kawanjiku (Kiambaa), Victor Koech (Chepalungu), and Elisha Odhiambo (Gem).
The visit underscores Kenya’s commitment to strengthening diplomatic ties within the African continent and fostering regional unity. “Kenya and Botswana share a deep commitment to advancing peace, democracy, and economic growth in Africa. This inauguration symbolizes the stability and democratic maturity that our continent seeks to uphold,” stated Deputy President Kindiki before departing.
The Kenyan delegation’s presence is expected to affirm Kenya’s support for Botswana’s new administration and its dedication to collaborative development initiatives in Southern Africa. President Ruto expressed his best wishes for President-elect Boko, noting that he looks forward to a closer working relationship between Kenya and Botswana under the new administration.
The inauguration ceremony in Gaborone will feature various leaders from across the continent, marking a momentous occasion for the people of Botswana and an important step in the nation’s democratic evolution.