President Droupadi Murmu received a ceremonial welcome in Gaborone, Botswana, on Tuesday, marking the beginning of her state visit to the country. President of Botswana, Advocate Duma Gideon Boko, was also present on the occasion.

President Murmu’s arrival in Botswana marks the first-ever state visit by an Indian head of state to the country. The visit is part of her two-nation tour to Africa, which began in Angola, reflecting India’s deepening engagement with the continent.

Earlier, President Murmu departed from Luanda for her visit to Botswana after concluding her engagements in Angola, the first leg of her tour from November 8 to 11, undertaken at the invitation of her Angolan counterpart, João Lourenco.

The visit to Angola underscored India’s commitment to strengthening ties with Af

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