By Prisca Mashushu
Lilongwe, 26th September, Mana – Botswana's High Commissioner to Malawi, Sarah Molosiwa has hailed existing bilateral ties between the two countries.
Speaking at the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe Thursday evening, during Botswana’s 58th Independence Day celebrations, Molosiwa highlighted the shared success and prosperity between the two nations.
“We are grateful to Malawi for its role in our development as we celebrate 58 years of independence. The friendship and mutual benefits between our countries have fostered significant growth,” she said.
The envoy also called for continued collaboration between Malawi and Botswana, particularly in areas of business and economic development, stating that Botswana is eager to welcome Malawian investors.
Molosiwa who is resident in Zimbabwe has meanwhile extended an invitation to Malawian individuals and companies to invest in Botswana.
“Botswana will warmly welcome the Malawian business community to invest in various sectors, which will further strengthen our economic relationship. Malawi has played a pivotal role in Botswana’s economy, and we deeply appreciate the hospitality and kindness extended by the Malawian government during this visit,” Molosiwa added.
Minister of Tourism, Vera Kamtukule, echoed these sentiments, underscoring the cultural, economic, and political ties between the two countries. She pointed to the progress both nations have made in sectors like mining and trade, where Malawi has played a key role in Botswana's development.
“As we celebrate Botswana’s progress, we also acknowledge Malawi’s significant contributions in sectors like mining and trade over the past 58 years. We are committed to working closely with Botswana to develop both nations economically, through collaboration with our ministries of foreign affairs and tourism,” said Kamtukule.
Botswana’s Independence Day, celebrated annually on September 30th, marks the end of British colonial rule in 1966 and the beginning of a new era for the country.
