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Mohwasa applauds BDF’s commitment towards excellence

Mohwasa PIC: BDF
Mohwasa PIC: BDF

The Minister for State President, Moeti Mohwasa, has commended the Botswana Defence Force (BDF) for its steadfast dedication to professional military education, discipline, and service to the nation.

He was speaking at the graduation ceremony of the Senior Command and Staff Programme (SCSP) Class 17 of 2025, held recently at Glen Valley Barracks.

A total of 60 participants completed the intensive programme, including 43 from various BDF units, seven from government departments and ministries, and 10 from allied countries of Malawi, Rwanda, Zambia, Lesotho, Namibia, Kenya, Nigeria, and Zimbabwe. Furthermore, there were two participants from the Botswana Police Service, one from Botswana Prisons Service, the Office of the President, the Ministry of International Relations and Co-operation, and the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime, respectively.

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