Botswana’s new president, Duma Boko wants to make undocumented Zimbabweans legal by giving them temporary work and residence permits.
He believes that these Zimbabweans do important jobs that others wouldn’t do.
Current Situation
Botswana is home to the world’s second-largest group of Zimbabweans who have left their country due to economic problems.
However, many people in Botswana don’t like having them there and some are sent back to Zimbabwe every day.
President’s Reasoning
President Boko, who recently took over from the ruling party that had been in power for a long time, thinks that legalizing these Zimbabweans will help the economy.
He says that when they come to Botswana without papers, they can’t access basic things like healthcare and end up living outside the law.
Benefits of Legalization
President Boko believes that by legalizing these Zimbabweans, they can contribute their skills to the country.
Many of them work in jobs that locals don’t want to do, like domestic work and farming.
He also wants to create opportunities for Botswana citizens to learn new skills from the Zimbabweans.
President’s Plans
President Boko wants to improve the economy by signing new deals with companies like De Beers, a diamond giant.
He hopes that this will attract investors and create more jobs for the people of Botswana. He also wants to encourage young people to start their own businesses.
Inauguration
President Boko’s inauguration will take place at the national stadium in Gaborone, the capital of Botswana.
It has been declared a public holiday, and many international guests are expected to attend.
Overall, President Boko’s plan to legalize undocumented Zimbabweans is aimed at improving the economy and creating more opportunities for the people of Botswana.