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Parly demonstrates steady progress in SONA sessions

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According to Parliament, both sessions passed an equal number of six bills PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

The Parliament of Botswana recently released a detailed summary of its State of the Nation Address (SONA) activities for 2025, held from November 10 to December 19, marking the first meeting of the Second Session of the 13th Parliament.

The report not only recaps the legislative and oversight work of the recent session but also draws comparisons with the previous year's SONA, citing improvements in consistent law-making, enhanced accountability, and growing international engagement.

In terms of legislative productivity, the 2025 SONA saw eight bills introduced, up from six in 2024, reflecting a push in key sectors like governance, labour, health, and finance.

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