His Majesty departs from Botswana

His Majesty departs Botswana

17 September 2026

His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has left the Republic of Botswana after concluding his visit.

His Majesty is now heading to the Republic of Angola for a two-day state visit.

His Majesty departs Botswana

His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik was seen off by President Duma Gideon Boko of Botswana. Before His Majesty’s departure, the Royal Anthem of Oman and the national anthem of Botswana were played. His Majesty then inspected the guard of honour as the artillery fired a 21 gun salute.

His Majesty departs Botswana

His Majesty and the President of Botswana also watched a farewell performance of traditional Botswana arts.

Traditional dance at Farewell ceremony for His Majesty

Afterwards, the President shook hands with the official Omani delegation, while His Majesty shook hands with officials in the farewell party from Botswana.

His Majesty departs Botswana

His Majesty sent a cable of thanks to President Boko, in which he expressed his deep gratitude and appreciation for the warm welcome and generous hospitality, praising the constructive results of the visit, which strengthened the course of bilateral relations and pushed the partnership and cooperation between the two countries towards broader horizons.