We bring you breaking news from the international desk regarding the passing of a prominent African statesman. Botswana’s former head of state, Festus Mogae, has officially died at the age of 86, as confirmed in a formal announcement released by the current President, Duma Boko. The late leader, who served with distinction as the president of Botswana for a full decade from 1998 until 2008, had been struggling with his physical wellbeing for quite some time. His passing marks the end of a significant chapter in the nation’s history, following a period during which he had been battling persistent ill health before finally succumbing to his condition.
