Seretse Khama
Seretse Khama was the first President of Botswana, serving from 1966 until his death in 1980. He played a crucial role in shaping the nation’s early welfare policies, particularly in response to severe droughts during the 1960s, establishing programs aimed at alleviating poverty and supporting vulnerable populations.
Born on Feb 01, 1921 (105 years old)
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Gabon:
Seretse Khama is noted for his role in Botswana's stability and development.
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South Africa:
Seretse Khama is noted as another post-colonial leader who was part of the political activism at the University of Fort Hare.
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Botswana:
He led the soldiers with discipline, dignity and distinction since 2019.
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South Africa:
Sir Seretse Khama was Botswana's first president and a close political collaborator of Masire.
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Botswana:
Seretse Khama gave the go-ahead to the supplementary feeding programme during his presidency.
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