The snub of Mutharika was always going to make headlines, yet this should not overshadow the maturity of Botswana’s democracy. There are few, if any countries in Africa whose oppositions are granted an audience with a visiting head of state. This is proper democracy and Botswana has set a benchmark that all African countries must aspire to achieve. By granting such responsibility to the opposition, Botswana sends a clear message that the opposition is a part of leadership. The snub is not only a verdict on Mutharika’s authoritarianism, it also questions President Khama’s decision making. Surely, Khama will think twice in extending future invitations.