Presidential Inauguration in 2024

Botswana has announced a one-and-a-half-day paid public holiday to mark the inauguration of its new president, Duma Gideon Boko. The holiday will allow citizens to attend the historic event and participate in the celebrations.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, November 5th, government spokesperson Montlenyane Baaitse confirmed that Thursday, November 7th, would be a half day, while Friday, November 8th 2024, has been officially designated as a full paid public holiday.

“The public is informed that the President of the Republic of Botswana, Advocate Duma Gideon Boko, has officially declared Friday the 8th of November 2024 as a paid public holiday,” said Baaitse.

This initiative is aimed at enabling Batswana across the country to take part in the inauguration ceremony of the nation’s sixth president.

Additionally, Thursday, November 7, 2024, has been designated as a half day to allow for safe travel for long-distance travelers heading to the capital, Gaborone, to witness the inauguration event. “This allowance is intended to facilitate safe travel for long-distance travellers heading to Gaborone to participate in the historic inauguration event,” Baaitse added.