Mogae dies; Botswana mourns a long-serving president who steered governance and HIV/AIDS efforts after leading the country from 1998–2008. Born 1939, economist and statesman.
Botswana is observing three days of national mourning for former president Festus Mogae, who has died. President Duma Boko has praised his governance, HIV/AIDS policy, and economic stewardship as flags are flown at half-mast and officials pay respects.