AFRICOM commander to visit

General Ham's visit comes at a time when the US Army is collaborating with the Botswana Defence Force (BDF) in an exercise code-named Southern Accord 12.

According to a statement from the American Embassy in Gaborone, General Ham will meet with senior government officials and army officers before participating in the closing ceremony of Southern Accord 12. The joint training activities have reportedly enhanced the capabilities of military personnel of both Botswana and the US in various areas, including humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, anti-poaching, aero-medical, peacekeeping and convoy operations.