Gaborone (Botswana) 8 January 2025 (SPS)– In a letter addressed to the President of the National Sahrawi Council, Honourable Hamma Salama, the newly elected Speaker of Botswana's National Assembly, Honourable Dithapelo L. Keorapetse, reiterated Botswana's steadfast support for the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic's (SADR) struggle for self-determination and independence.
The letter was written in response to a congratulatory message from the Sahrawi National Council following Keorapetse's appointment as Speaker of Botswana’s 13th Parliament. Keorapetse expressed his gratitude for the support and highlighted the enduring relationship between the two nations.
"Indeed, our two Nations share amiable relations, and our country has always stood in solidarity and in support of the Sahrawi people in pursuit of their self-determination and independence," Keorapetse wrote. He further emphasized the importance of fostering stronger ties between the two legislatures for the mutual benefit of their peoples.
The letter underscores Botswana's unwavering position as a vocal supporter of Sahrawi independence on the international stage, reflecting the Southern African nation's commitment to decolonization and human rights.
Honourable Keorapetse concluded his message by reaffirming his highest regard for the Sahrawi leader and his dedication to deepening bilateral relations.
The National Sahrawi Council has welcomed the message as another testament to Botswana’s solidarity with the Sahrawi cause, at a time when the struggle for self-determination continues to gain momentum on the African continent. (SPS)
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