Zuma urges Khama to help in addressing Africa�s problems

President Jacob Zuma (left) and President Ian Khama
President Jacob Zuma (left) and President Ian Khama

President Jacob Zuma has urged President Ian Khama to be active upon retirement next April saying he is still young and has plenty of energy.

Speaking during the session of Bi-National Commission (BNC), he said Khama has set a good example of abiding by the country’s Constitution limiting the Presidency to two terms, saying leaders should not have any excuses to manipulate the law to extend their stay in power.

“You have provided good leadership for your country and the region. When you were chairing meetings you ensured that we arrive at the summit on time, unlike politicians who would delay discussions. I used to think that retirement was for old people, and I urge you to use your time in retirement to help in finding solutions to Africa’s many problems,” Zuma said. Khama responded that he is retiring from the Presidency as per Botswana’s Constitution but will continue to work for the improvement of the lives of Batswana. He also expressed concern at the ongoing political turmoil in Zimbabwe and said he hopes that the SADC region will find a solution to the problem in the nearest future.

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