Khama: The ruler of Botswana

Teenage Khama at Waterford School in Mbabane Swaziland
Teenage Khama at Waterford School in Mbabane Swaziland

A lot has been said about President Ian Khama. Once again Mmegi pauses to give a biography of a man who was always destined to be Botswana’s leader. A man who is now in battle to stay in power, Staffer THALEFANG CHARLES writes

President Ian Khama was born on February 27, 1953 at a village called Ewell in Surrey, United Kingdom. He is the first-born son of Seretse and Ruth Khama (nee Williams).

His siblings are first-born and sister, Jacqueline, and his younger twin brothers, Tshekedi and Anthony.

Editor's Comment
Inspect the voters' roll!

The recent disclosure by the IEC that 2,513 registrations have been turned down due to various irregularities should prompt all Batswana to meticulously review the voters' rolls and address concerns about rejected registrations.The disparities flagged by the IEC are troubling and emphasise the significance of rigorous voter registration processes.Out of the rejected registrations, 29 individuals were disqualified due to non-existent Omang...

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