Festus Mogae: Quick Facts


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Also Known As Festus Gontebanye Mogae
Born August 21, 1939 • Serowe • Botswana
Died May 8, 2026 (aged 86)
Title / Office president (1998-2008), Botswana
Political Affiliation Botswana Democratic Party
Awards And Honors Ibrahim Prize (2008)

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