Mokgweetsi Masisi

ModernPoliticianBotswana1961 — ?

Current president of Botswana.

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Quick Facts

Born

1961

Country

Botswana

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)21

Political (20%)63

Influence (20%)53

Legacy (20%)41

Leadership (15%)72

Strategy (15%)36

Total Score49.4

Mokgweetsi Masisi — Complete Timeline

2014 AD

Elected Vice President of BotswanaPolitical Action◆ Major

Masisi was elected Vice President by the National Assembly in November 2014, serving under President Ian Khama. He was responsible for education and social services.

Vice PresidencyPolitical Rise

Impact: national

2018 AD

Became President of BotswanaPolitical Action

Masisi became President of Botswana on April 1, 2018, succeeding Ian Khama. He inherited a stable economy but faced challenges of unemployment and inequality.

PresidencyPower Transition

Impact: national

2019 AD

Reversed ban on elephant huntingPolitical Action◆ Major

Masisi's government lifted the 2014 ban on elephant hunting, citing human-wildlife conflict and economic benefits. The decision was criticized by conservation groups but supported by local communities.

Environmental PolicyElephant Hunting

Impact: national

Re-elected President (2019)Political Action◆ Major

Masisi was re-elected in the 2019 general election, winning 52.7% of the vote. The election was deemed free and fair by observers, though the opposition alleged irregularities.

Re-electionDemocratic Process

Impact: national

2020 AD

Launched the Botswana Economic Recovery PlanReform◆ Major

Masisi launched a P10 billion economic recovery plan in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The plan aimed to support businesses, protect jobs, and stimulate economic growth.

Economic PolicyCOVID-19 Response

Impact: nationalconstructive