Zambia must have a peaceful transition

Of course it is known that the two founding presidents of our countries Sir Seretse Khama and Kenneth Kaunda were close friends. Most importantly, Botswana and Zambia forged close ties during the liberation struggle, when misguided white supremacists reigned in most countries in the region. The roles of the two countries in the front-line movement and their subsequent leading role in the founding of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) cannot be overstated.

The peoples of our countries have had a close relationship, both at family and professional levels. Many Batswana have cousins, uncles, fathers, mothers and other family relations in Zambia. Many Batswana were taught by Zambian teachers and have Zambian friends and workmates. We therefore have a keen interest in what happens in Zambia.