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Botswana declare public holiday in honour of Olympic gold medalist Letsile Tebogo

Botswana have declared a public holiday today, August 9 to celebrate the extraordinary achievement of Letsile Tebogo.

The young sprinter made history yesterday by clinching the gold medal in the 400m race at the Paris Olympics, becoming the first Motswana and African to do so.

President Mokgweetsi Masisi announced the public holiday, stating that it is a fitting tribute to Tebogo’s exceptional talent and dedication. The nation is united in joy and pride as they celebrate this monumental victory.

Tebogo’s win has sent shockwaves through the sporting world, with the young athlete outpacing strong contenders to claim the top spot. His victory is not only a personal triumph but a national one, inspiring millions of Batswana.

The public holiday is expected to be a day of national celebration, with festivities and events planned across the country to honour Tebogo’s achievement.

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