# President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended condolences to the people and government of Botswana following the death of former third president Festus Mogae at the age of 86. Mogae died in hospital last week. Mogae is remembered as a distinguished statesman and patriot devoted to the service of Botswana. The Presidency spokesperson Vincent Magwenya says Mogae championed democracy, good governance and strong relations with South Africa:
Ramaphosa hails Mogae’s respectable leadership [SOUND]
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