Caption: A police officer lowering the Union Jack to give way to the Botswana flag on September 30, 1966.

Location: Gaborone

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Event: Independence celebrations

Caption: President Sir Seretse Khama giving a word of encouragement to Botswana XI team before its encounter with Swazi Royals during Independence Day celebrations in 1970. With him are cabinet ministers, Mr Ray Molomo (second right) and Mr Peter Mmusi.

Location: GABORONE

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Event: Independence celebrations

Caption: President Dr Ketumile Masire arriving for the 14th Independence celebrations in 1980. It was his first independence after assuming the presidency, following the death of Sir Seretse Khama.

Location: GABORONE

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Event: Independence celebrations

Caption: Sub-Inspector Ikwatlhaeng Bagopi (left) and a colleague escorting a boy causing disturbance during Independence celebrations in 1985.

Location: GABORONE

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Event: Independence celebrations

Caption: A young girl wearing Makgabe and Kapi as she readies to showcase her traditional dancing skill in 1982.

Location: GABORONE

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Event: Independence celebrations

Caption: President Festus Mogae (left) bestowing an honorary award to Permanent Secretary to the President, Mr Molosiwa Selepeng during Independence Day celebrations in 2002.

Location: GABORONE

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Event: Independence celebrations

Caption: Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture, Mr Thapelo Olopeng (right) handing over a roving torch to President Lt Gen. Dr Seretse Khama Ian Khama during the 50th Independence Day celebrations in 2016.

Location: GABORONE

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Event: Independence celebrations

Caption: President Dr Mokgweetsi Masisi arriving at the National Stadium for the 57th Independence Day celebration in 2023.

Location: GABORONE

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Event: Independence celebrations

Caption: A traditional group performing the Phathisi dance during the 10th anniversary celebrations in 1976.

Location: GABORONE

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Event: Independence celebrations

Caption: Balekane ba Botswana competing in a 100 meters race during the 50th anniversary Independence Celebrations in Selebi Phikwe in 2016.

Location: GABORONE

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Event: Independence celebrations