PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has described Botswana’s late third president, Dr Festus Gontebanye Mogae, as a man of integrity who will be remembered for his “good works”. Meanwhile, Botswana High Commission Chargé d’Affaires Oabona Dibeela says late former president Mogae was regarded as a champion of public health, economic prudence and regional cooperation. Dr Mogae died on May 8, 2026. Speaking when signing the Book of Condolences, Wednesday, President Hichilema noted that after retiring, Dr Mogae maintained a supportive stance towards successive governments, demonstrating his commitment to the nation’s progress. “I just want to on behalf of the people of Zambia and government of course, to offer our sincere condolences on the passing on of president Mogae, who, as you described...
