During discussions at the Science and Technology Park in Gaborone, attended by Botswana’s President Mokgweetsi Eric Masisi, Minister of Foreign Affairs lemogang kwape, and entrepreneurs from both countries, Estonia shared valuable insights on digital transformation and economic competitiveness.

"Our mission extends beyond mere collaboration; we aspire to deliver the foundational building blocks of a digital society, including a robust single service portal," Üllar Jaaksoo, commented regarding empowering Botswana's digital transformation journey. Üllar commended the nation's visionary approach toward embracing digitalization to enhance citizen services and drive economic prosperity.

President Karis emphasized Estonia’s keen interest in supporting Botswana’s digital transformation journey, particularly in areas such as e-governance, cybersecurity, and green technologies. This collaboration will focus on people-centric and secure digitalization and business development.

President Masisi expressed Botswana's aspirations to become a knowledge-based economy, largely driven by technology, digitalization, and innovation. He emphasised that Botswana can learn from Estonia’s success in digital innovation, citing the country as the first to use e-voting.

As Botswana embarks on this transformative journey, we are ready to be a strategic partner, contributing our expertise and innovative solutions to co-create a digitally empowered future for all.