State Of The Nation Address 2019 [Full text]

Mokgweetsi Masisi PIC. THALEFANG CHARLES
Mokgweetsi Masisi PIC. THALEFANG CHARLES

State Of The Nation Address by Presidnet Mokgweetsi Masisi to the First Meeting of the First Session of the 12th Parliament

INTRODUCTION

Mister Speaker, before I address this August House, I would like to request that we observe a moment of silence in remembrance of former Members of Parliament who have departed during the course of the year. Amen. I would like to thank Batswana for demonstrating a sense of political maturity and tolerance during the just ended general elections which were characterised by respect for one another, peace and transparency.

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