The Bank of Botswana issued a media release to address messages circulating on social media that were purportedly posted by Governor Cornelius K Dekop about his imminent departure, stating that he has not publicly posted any information about leaving the Bank. The Bank pointed to a Government Press Release dated 8 November 2025, which stated that Governor Dekop and Botswana’s President, Advocate Duma Gideon Boko, agreed on a mutual separation as at 10 February 2026, with the President identified as the appointing authority under Section 13 of the Bank of Botswana Act. It encouraged the public to rely on official communications from the Bank for accurate information.
Bank of Botswana 2025-11-11
Bank of Botswana refutes social media posts attributed to Governor Dekop and confirms mutual separation effective 10 February 2026
The Bank of Botswana clarified that Governor Cornelius K Dekop has not publicly announced his departure, countering social media claims. A government press release confirmed a mutual separation agreement between Governor Dekop and President Duma Gideon Boko, effective 10 February 2026. The Bank urged reliance on official communications for accurate information.