The book is a brainchild
of the Botswana-Sweden Friendship Association (BOTSFA) who, five years ago, decided
to put together “memories” from those who had been involved in development of
Botswana through Swedish aid.
At least 70 authors, interviewees
and photographers who were part of the development or are, today, carrying the
country forward into the future participated in the production of the 224-page
book.
Sweden embarked on the journey of providing support to, among
other development areas, education, physical planning, water reticulation and
roads. The narrations by those involved in the developments, including founders
of Botswana, diplomats and those who are taking Botswana forward as the country
celebrates 50 years of its successes are unique. The editors believe this to be
the first ever collection of reflections, stories and photographs on the relationship
between a donor and aid recipient, evolving into business partnerships and cultural
exchanges.
The book will be released in conjunction with the commemoration
of Botswana’s 50th Anniversary of Independence in September 2016.
Video
from the book launch in Stockholm September 8, 2016 (5 minutes)
Pictures
from the book launch in Stockholm September 8, 2016
Video
from the book launch in Gaborone September 28, 2016 (13 minutes)
Pictures
from the book launch in Gaborone September 28, 2016
Click
on the picture of the book below to view a five-minute slideshow with selected
pages from the book.
Press
release
To order a copy, please
contact BOTSFA. 
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