Makgato bounces back as High Commissioner in Australia

Dorcas Makgato PIC: THALEFANG CHARLES
Dorcas Makgato PIC: THALEFANG CHARLES

PRESS STATEMENT: The Ministry of International Affairs and Cooperation wishes to announce that President Mokgweetsi Masisi, has appointed Dorcas Makgato as Botswana's High Commissioner - designate to the Commonwealth of Australia.

Makgato brings to the Foreign Service a wealth of experience and knowledge from the private sector and government, spanning over 20 years. She served as a Member of Parliament from 2009 to 2019. 

During this period, Makgato also served as Minister in the Ministries of: Trade and Industry; Health and Wellness; Nationality, Immigration and Gender Affairs; and most recently, in the Ministry of Transport and Communication. 

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