Botswana declares holiday to honour Olympics gold medalist, Letsile Tebogo

Botswana’s President, Mokgweetsi Masisi, has declared an afternoon day-off today, August 9, 2024, to honour Letsile Tebogo, the country’s first-ever Olympics Gold medalist in the 200m. This recognition celebrates Tebogo’s achievement as both the first Motswana and the first African to secure gold in this event. The President’s proclamation reflects the nation’s respect for Tebogo’s