The Botswana Energy Regulator Authority issued a message of condolence describing Mogae as a distinguished statesman whose leadership and wisdom shaped Botswana's economic and institutional development, and noting his contributions to nation-building and commitment to good governance.
15 May 2026 · Mmegi →
The Botswana Energy Regulator Authority issued a message of condolence describing Mogae as a distinguished statesman whose leadership and wisdom shaped Botswana's economic and institutional development, and noting his contributions to nation-building and commitment to good governance.
15 May 2026 · Mmegi →
Serowe residents cleaned and repaired the village ahead of body viewing ceremonies for the late former president at the main Kgotla, with security and ceremonial arrangements coordinated by the Botswana Defence Force, Botswana Police Service, and tribal leaders. Kgosi Bakae Khumo said the community is working with the family to give Mogae the respect and dignity he deserves.
15 May 2026 · Mmegi →
In 1969, then 30-year-old Festus Mogae joined Botswana in negotiations over the Southern African Customs Union agreement as one of few black faces at talks dominated by Afrikaner governance veterans. Mogae had joined government in 1968 and was among just 22 university graduates in Botswana at independence in 1966, quickly recruited to the Development Planning ministry under vice president Ketumile Masire.
15 May 2026 · Mmegi →
Former President Dr Mokgweetsi Masisi, speaking at the State Memorial Service for late former President Dr Festus Mogae, described him as a genuine democrat and patriot whose conduct embodied Botswana values. Masisi highlighted Mogae's role as a transformative leader who shaped the nation's economic trajectory, including championing diamond beneficiation and relocating diamond valuing and sorting from London to Gaborone.
15 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Family members and close associates paid emotional tributes to late former president Dr Festus Mogae at his memorial, describing him as a compassionate leader and devoted family man. His granddaughter Sindiswa Mogae recalled warm childhood memories, including time spent in his office while in primary school and cherished family traditions like decorating the Christmas tree together.
15 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
A journalist recalls covering President Mogae in the late 1990s, describing his disciplined and quietly effective leadership style and recounting an interview on the eve of his presidency in which Mogae expressed hope that Botswana would one day elect a woman as President.
15 May 2026 · Mmegi →
The Court of Appeal dismissed an appeal by Chinese construction firms and confirmed a P1.5 billion Ncojane Water Supply Works contract for a 100% citizen-owned bidder, Tawana Joint Venture, to serve villages in Charleshill and Kgalagadi North Constituencies. Over six weeks later, the contract remains unsigned and three state bodies appear resistant to complying with the Court's order.
15 May 2026 · Mmegi →
Mogae battled to defend natural diamonds and Botswana's development story against market disruption and lab-grown alternatives, a fight rooted in the 1990s when diamonds became linked to Africa's bloodiest wars.
15 May 2026 · Mmegi →
Family members recall former president Festus Mogae as a loving father figure who took genuine interest in children's development, combined discipline with humor during family meetings, and offered wisdom through jokes and anecdotes.
15 May 2026 · Mmegi →
Botswana sent 25 athletes and seven officials to championships at the University of Ghana Stadium, but a team official reported deplorable conditions in the West African country and cited complaints of poor organisation at the start of the event.
15 May 2026 · Mmegi →
Babitseng will become COSAFA president following an elective congress on Sunday, succeeding Artur de Almeida e Silva who has held the position since 2022. The BFA described the appointment as a transformation for Botswana football.
15 May 2026 · Mmegi →
Former Mozambique President Joaquim Chissano delivered a eulogy at the State Memorial Service for former Botswana President Festus Mogae, describing him as a principled leader and "one of the architects of stability in Southern Africa" who provided wise counsel in regional deliberations.
15 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
A personal essay reflecting on the death of former President Festus Mogae through childhood memories in Lobatse, recounting games, local sports, and cultural events from the author's youth.
15 May 2026 · Mmegi →