Mogae Embodied Botswana Values- Masisi As a genuine democrat who gravitated his public service towards national development, the late former President Dr Festus Mogae was a patriot whose conduct in government embodied Botswana values. …
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Dr Festus Mogae
Also known as: Dr Festus Gontebanye Mogae · President Mogae · former Statesman Dr Festus Mogae
Dr Festus Mogae — Botswana's third president (April 1998–April 2008), championed diamond beneficiation and HIV/AIDS response, passed away May 8 aged 86.
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- May 2026
Family members and close associates paid emotional tributes to late former president, Dr Festus Mogae, describing him as a compassionate leader, devoted family man and humble servant of the people. …
Mogae granddaughter Pours Emotional TributeFormer President Dr Festus Mogae's footprint as a statesman was felt across the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region and beyond, former Mozambique President Mr Juaquim Chissano has said. …
Mogae Principled Leader -ChissanoFormer President Mogae dies after leading AIDS response
Former president, Dr Festus Mogae, who passed away last Friday, was a man who bent for no one: not international outcry, not public sympathy, nor political pressure. …
UNBENDING Mogae Rule of LawA great light has gone out in Botswana and the nation’s response to the demise of former Statesman Dr Festus Mogae is a massive outpouring of collective grief, profound respect as well as nationwide celebration of his legacy. …
Mogae was a Rare Find
Braving the early morning winter frosty conditions, hundreds of Batswana on Wednesday morning lined up at Parliament Building to pay their last respects to the country’s former President, Dr Festus Mogae, whose body is lying in state. …
Public Bids Mogae AdieuFormer Bakwena Regent, Kgosikwena Sebele has rained praises on the late former President, Dr Festus Mogae, describing him as an impartial and loving character. …
Kgosikwena heaps praises on MogaeMembers of the Diplomatic Corp and the public visited Parliament Buildings to sign the Condolence Book in honour of the late Former President Dr Festus Mogae. …
Nation Signs Condolence BookWhile he embodied decorum through humble and measured language in public statements, dignity reflecting the stature of his role, professionalism and composure during difficult times, Dr Festus Mogae, was witty with a charismatic personality contrasting the supreme prestige of his …
The Witty and Humorous MogaeFormer president, Dr Festus Mogae, will be laid to rest at Phomolong Memorial Park in Phakalane May 16. …
Mogae burial for Gaborone
Politics
Masisi praises Mogae as embodiment of Botswana values
The News
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.
Why it matters
Former President Masisi's tribute at the State Memorial Service emphasizes Mogae's lasting legacy in shaping Botswana's economic and democratic values.
15 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Yesterday
Masisi praises Mogae as embodiment of Botswana values
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 →
Former president Mogae's granddaughter shares personal memories
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 →
Mogae was principled SADC leader, says Chissano
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 →
Wednesday 13 May
Former President Mogae upheld rule of law
An obituary for former president Dr Festus Mogae, who passed away last Friday, recalls his approach to governance as a legalist who resisted international pressure, public sympathy, and political pressure in making tough decisions backed by law. The article highlights his refusal to grant clemency to South African Marietta Bosch, who was convicted of murder and executed at Gaborone Maximum Prison on March 31, 2001, despite international outcry.
13 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Botswana mourns former President Festus Mogae's death
Former President Dr Festus Mogae has died, prompting widespread national tributes to his legacy as an economist and leader of Botswana's response to HIV and AIDS. Political leaders across the spectrum have praised his humility, economic stewardship, and democratic leadership during a defining period in the nation's history.
13 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Public pays respects to former President Festus Mogae
Hundreds of Batswana lined up at Parliament Building on Wednesday to pay their last respects to former President Dr Festus Mogae, whose body lay in state. Acting President Ndaba Gaolathe, Mogae's widow Barbara, and other dignitaries were among those who paid their respects.
13 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Bakwena Regent praises late President Mogae's character
Former Bakwena Regent Kgosikwena Sebele has praised the late former President Dr Festus Mogae as an impartial and loving person who was a close friend and played a major role in his life. Sebele recalled that Mogae's presidency faced the challenge of combating the HIV and AIDS pandemic, and that he travelled with the President across the country appealing to citizens to fight the disease.
13 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Tuesday 12 May
Former President Mogae remembered for wit and charisma
An article reflects on Dr Festus Mogae's lighter side and personality, highlighting his witty remarks and charismatic nature alongside his professional demeanor as president. The piece includes examples of his humorous observations on African politics, election transitions, and his various post-presidential engagements.
12 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Nation signs condolence book for former president Mogae
Members of the Diplomatic Corps and the public visited Parliament Buildings to sign a Condolence Book in honour of the late Former President Dr Festus Mogae, who passed away on May 8 aged 86. A series of state events are scheduled, including lying in state on May 13, a home village procession on May 14, a national memorial service, and burial at Phomolong Memorial Park in Phakalane on May 16.
12 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Monday 11 May
Former president Mogae to receive state funeral May 16
Former president Dr Festus Mogae will be laid to rest at Phomolong Memorial Park in Phakalane on May 16 following a state funeral. A Book of Condolences will be opened at Parliament from May 12 to May 15, the late president will lie in state on May 13, and a national memorial service will be held on May 14 in Gaborone.
11 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Botswana mourns former president Mogae, age eighty-six
Botswana's third president, Dr Festus Gontebanye Mogae, passed away on May 8 following a brief illness. The nation observed three days of national mourning, with residents and clan members gathering to pay tribute to the leader who served as president from April 1998 to April 2008 and was celebrated for his economic stewardship and HIV/AIDS response.
11 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Auditor General and Ombudsman reports go unheeded by Executive
An opinion column examines two decades of Auditor General reports and parallel Ombudsman findings revealing systematic wastage, missed deadlines, and maladministration across ministries, but notes both institutions lack enforcement power to compel compliance or prosecution.
11 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →