The Government of Botswana in Partnership with United Nations Botswana and the University of Botswana officially launched the SDGs Roadmap in February 2018. Speaking at the launch, Vice President Mokgweetsi Masisi said the roadmap is a strategic document that guides the implementation and monitoring of the SDGs within National Development Plan 11 and beyond. He affirmed the need for national ownership and coordination of the goals through mainstreaming them into all programs. He further indicated that the roadmap recognizes the need for sustained advocacy, sensitization and awareness creation regarding the implementation of SDGs. This, he observed, would empower local communities and enhance their participation in the implementation process. He noted that a comprehensive national SDG communication strategy was being finalized to address these advocacy needs