Africa-Press – Botswana. President Advocate Duma Gideon Boko received H.E. Mr. Orlando Alvarez Alvarez, Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba to Botswana, on a farewell courtesy call. The meeting marked the end of the Ambassador’s tour of duty. It also reaffirmed a partnership that has produced concrete results over many years. The engagement allowed both sides to reflect on the long standing relationship between Botswana and Cuba. Diplomatic ties between the two countries date back to 1977. The discussion confirmed a shared commitment to strengthen cooperation in areas that deliver clear value to citizens.
President Boko highlighted Cuba’s contribution to Botswana’s development. He pointed to support in health, education, sports and culture. He stated that Botswana remains committed to deepening collaboration where it delivers real benefits to Batswana. This focus keeps partnerships aligned with national priorities and public needs. The two sides reviewed key milestones achieved during Ambassador Alvarez Alvarez’s tenure. A major achievement was the recruitment of up to 102 Cuban medical specialists. These professionals have served in Botswana’s hospitals and helped improve access to specialized healthcare services across the country.
Ongoing medical scholarships for Batswana students studying in Cuba were also discussed. These scholarships support long term skills development and strengthen the future health workforce. They ensure knowledge transfer continues beyond short term technical support. President Boko outlined Botswana’s priorities for future cooperation. These include expanded specialist medical support to address critical gaps. He also emphasized cooperation in vector control to manage public health risks. Agricultural technologies were identified as a priority area to strengthen food security and improve resilience.
The President thanked Ambassador Alvarez Alvarez for his service and commitment during his assignment. He wished him well in his future endeavours. Both sides expressed confidence that the strong ties between Botswana and Cuba will continue to grow and respond to evolving national needs. The farewell courtesy call underscored the value of consistent diplomatic engagement. It showed how long-standing partnerships can support development goals and deliver practical outcomes for citizens.
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