On December 12, 2025, China’s 17th medical team provided free health services to 55 people in Francistown, Botswana.

On December 12, 2025, the 17th Chinese medical team in Botswana provided free health services to at least 55 people in Francistown, including industrial workers, offering screenings, consultations, preventive care, and treatment. Led by Hu Minxiong, the team emphasized improving health outcomes and global well-being. Francistown Mayor Gaone Majere praised the outreach as a success, highlighting its support for vulnerable populations and strengthening Sino-Botswana ties. The event reflects China’s continued medical cooperation efforts in Africa.