Slumber Tsogwane

"When the first HIV cases were reported in Botswana we did not have the infrastructurein place to deal with this epidemic. We had to work in partnerships to be able to address the impact of the epidemic. We know what can work, and now our response to HIV aligns with the SDGs and the national vision for the country's future."

"An effective Parliament is an important element of a vibrant democracy and good governance, all of which are desired principles of the Commonwealth as enshrined in the Commonwealth Charter. It is the principle of the CPA that stronger parliaments mean stronger democracies, and greater capacity to deliver the benefits that people expect: such as employment opportunities, empowerment of women, food security, health care, education, rural development, a brighter future for children and protection of the environment."

"The Government commits to making family-friendly early childhood development policies a national priority-and a private sector imperative."

"In Botswana we have different faiths and beliefs but the unifying factor is God and I therefore call upon the leaders of these different faiths, to work towards a common good to serve humanity and prevent new HIV infections. No faith should be found to be discriminating against people living with HIV. No faith should be found to be speaking against health programmes."