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President’s

Monday, July 20, 2026

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Prime Minister. Seretse Khama becomes the Prime Minister of Bechuanaland, the former name of Botswana

History

First Prime Minister. Seretse Khama becomes the Prime Minister of Bechuanaland, the former name of Botswana

How It's Celebrated

President’s is observed by recognizing the importance of the day, learning about its background and significance, and sharing awareness with others through conversation and social media. Many people take time to reflect on the meaning of the observance and participate in relevant activities or community events.

Other Years

2021 Tue
20 Jul
2022 Wed
20 Jul
2023 Thu
20 Jul
2024 Sat
20 Jul
2025 Sun
20 Jul
2027 Tue
20 Jul
2028 Thu
20 Jul
2029 Fri
20 Jul

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