Giles Enticknap
@GilesEnticknap
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British High Commissioner to Botswana and UK Special Representative to SADC
Gaborone, Botswana
Joined August 2024
Violence against women and girls is a global emergency - but change is possible. The UK is working with communities to prevent violence before it happens. Our What Works programme has cut rates by 50% in communities. Together, we can #EndVAWG. #NoExcuses
#GoFarGoTogether
Today is International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls and the start of #16Days of Activism. The UK is stepping up - supporting survivors, improving data, boosting policing & working with communities to prevent violence. Together, we can #EndVAWG.
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Breaking Barriers, Making History! 🎉 Huge congratulations to Chevening Alum @MadibanaKagiso for winning the International Dr. ARK Pillai Memorial Award! 🌍 Her work in social justice & education shows the power of #Chevening to create global changemakers. @IDF_INDIA
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The UK has pledged $1.08 billion USD to the #GlobalFund’s 8th Replenishment, which will help 🇧🇼’s health sector in replenishing key medicines that are in shortage, powering the fight against HIV, TB & malaria and reinforcing 🇧🇼’s health systems. 🇬🇧🤝🇧🇼Partnership that delivers.
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On #WomensEntrepreneurshipDay, we celebrate women powering Africa’s growth! 💪🌍 Through UK programmes like #SheTrades & #WOW, women-led businesses are creating jobs & driving inclusive growth. Proud of Botswana’s Chevening alumna @EuniceKira leading clean energy innovation!
From Botswana Eunice Ntobedzi joins the ranks of 50 exceptional female energy executives in Africa in the Pan-African Female Leaders in Energy Power List for 2025. #WomenInEnergy #WomenEnergyExecutives
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Proud of our deep partnership with @UNICEFBotswana & @BWGovernment in support of a child friendly justice system
“There is nothing for us without us, the children of Africa.” “We urge governments to prioritise our protection, education, health and wellbeing. The time for turning promises into action is now - not yesterday, not tomorrow, but NOW.” “It is easier to build a strong child than
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Great start to the weekend. Thank you @fearlessbw for creating a wonderful community atmosphere at the inaugural #Fearless10kmSeriesGaborone #10kmseries #buslife
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Happy birthday to His Majesty The King👑 Photo: Getty Images
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Great to host @BWGovernment Hon. Mohwasa, Minister for State President, at Westminster House! We explored ways to deepen UK-Botswana security cooperation and strengthen our shared commitment to a safer future. 🇬🇧🤝🇧🇼 #GoFarGoTogether
#OurPartnershipStory
#SecurityCooperation
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Congratulations to H.E @duma_boko on delivering the 2025 State of the Nation Address. The vision for economic transformation, social progress, and digital innovation sets a bold course for Botswana’s future. @BWGovernment
#GoFarGoTogether
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This past Sunday I was grateful to join colleagues and friends at the British High Commission in Gaborone as we marked #RemembranceDay. We reflected on the courage and sacrifice of those who served and the enduring importance of peace. #LestWeForget
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"We know what is at stake. We know what must be done. And we know that no country, no community, no individual can do it alone..." Grateful to see such commitment to change at #COP30 in Belém, Brazil. // "Sabemos o que está em jogo. Sabemos o que precisa ser feito. E sabemos
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Proud to stand with @UNICEFBotswana & @BWGovernment at the #ChildFriendlyJustice Colloquium — advancing reforms that protect, empower & uplift every child. 🇬🇧🤝🇧🇼💙 #GoFarGoTogether
#OurPartnershipStory
#ChildFriendlyJustice
#ForEveryChild
At the Judges’ Colloquium on Child-Friendly Justice in Gaborone, @UKinBotswana, H.E. @GilesEnticknap highlighted the vital role of judges in protecting children. He applauded UK - @UNICEF - @BWGovernment efforts on judicial training and child-justice reforms, emphasising that
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A justice system that listens to children is one that builds a stronger future. At the Judges’ Colloquium in 🇧🇼 today, we spotlighted how @ROLEUK links 🇬🇧 legal expertise with 🇧🇼’s judiciary to make justice more child-friendly, fair & accessible. @UNICEFBotswana @BWGovernment
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Joined leaders at the inaugural #AfricaBiodiversitySummit convened by the @_AfricanUnion. Africa’s natural wealth is a global asset — & the 🇬🇧 stands with partners to protect it. Through @UNDP’s #BIOFIN we’re unlocking biodiversity finance for a greener, more resilient future
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🎥At #SustainabilityWeekBW, I shared why 🇬🇧is proud to be a long-term partner in 🇧🇼’s green growth journey. As we head toward #COP30, partnerships like this matter more than ever- aligning investment, policy&people to power transformation. @GreenLoop
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Great to meet the young entrepreneurs driving economic growth through research & innovation at UNIPOD Botswana @UBBotswana @UNDP_Botswana @timbuktooafrica
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Moderating a panel on Equipping 🇧🇼’s Youth for the Green Economy during #SustainabilityWeekBW was a real privilege. 🌿We explored how climate resilience, & inclusive growth can unlock green jobs and protect biodiversity. 🇬🇧 is proud to stand with 🇧🇼 in building a 🌿 future.
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Maun magic🌿🎥 Huge thanks for the warm welcome & great convo with @BWGovernment media. We talked green growth, 🇬🇧🇧🇼 partnerships, & local innovation- & yes, I even got behind the camera!!!🎥 Read all about it in Daily News 🇧🇼- it’s a good one! 🇬🇧🇧🇼 #GoFarGoTogether
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Here’s a glimpse of the incredible energy from Maun! From healthcare to hospitality and local cuisine, these SMEs are shaping 🇧🇼’s economic transformation. The 🇬🇧 is committed to strengthening 🤝 that drive green growth and exploring new opportunities for sustainability.
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42 years of #Chevening 🌏 22 heads of state ☑️ Chevening alumnus Dr Patrick Herminie has been sworn in as President of the Republic of Seychelles, making him the 22nd Chevening alum to become a world leader! 🌟 Are you ready to lead the way with Chevening? Get inspired:
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