Botswana President Masisi has declared today, August 9, a public holiday to celebrate Letsile Tebogo’s groundbreaking gold medal win in the 200m event at the Paris 2024 Olympics! This momentous occasion marks the first time a Motswana and African has taken top honors in the 200m, with Tebogo setting an impressive African record time of 19.46 seconds.

The President’s declaration is a testament to the significance of Tebogo’s achievement, recognizing the nation’s pride and joy in this historic moment. It’s a day for all Batswana to come together and celebrate Tebogo’s outstanding performance, which has put Botswana on the global map.

Let’s take a moment to applaud Letsile Tebogo’s incredible talent, dedication, and perseverance.