Batswana urged to protect Mpho�s legacy

This was said during the unveiling of the tombstone of the fallen political titan recently. Mpho born February 3, 1921 died at Princess Marina Hospital on November 28, 2012. Speakers across the political divide described him as a true politician in Botswana’s political history.

Kgosi Moeti Moeti said Mpho’s legacy hinged upon his beliefs that all people should have equal access to a better life. He said Mpho’s politics were those of liberation as he strived to make Botswana a better state for its citizens. He said: “Mpho’s politics were those of peace, truth, Unity and Pan Africanism” and added: ”We have to embrace this legacy.”