Botswana: Death of former President Festus Mogae

Former Botswana President Festus Mogae passed away on Friday at the age of 86. Current President Duma Boko praised his commitment to the nation and declared three days of national mourning. Mogae, an economist trained in Britain, served as president from 1998 to 2008, during which he contributed to the country's economic growth and institutional stability.