The Executive Secretary of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), His Excellency Mr. Elias M. Magosi, on 3rd November 2026 received Letters of Credence from the new Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to the Republic of Botswana, Her Excellency Ms. Vesime Ela Beşkardeş Karagöl, formally introducing herself as the new Ambassador of Türkiye accredited to Botswana and to SADC.
The meeting provided an opportunity for both parties to exchange views on areas of mutual interest and explore avenues for enhanced collaboration. Discussions focused on strengthening cooperation and partnership between SADC and Türkiye, with a shared commitment to advancing regional development priorities.
His Excellency Mr. Magosi congratulated Her Excellency on her appointment and acknowledged the commendable work of her predecessor, H.E. Mr. Ahmet İdem Akay, which has laid a solid foundation for deeper engagement. He noted that consultations are ongoing regarding the potential formalisation of the partnership between SADC and the Republic of Türkiye through a Memorandum of Understanding, which could provide a structured framework for future sustainable and mutually beneficial collaboration
