Long Service Award

After entering the profession in the 1950s, she has waited long enough to get the honour. The award is given to a nurse who has shown professional commitment and provided dedicated service for at least 25 years.

Born in 1931, Mogwe trained as a nurse from 1953 to 1958. "I have seen the transition of Botswana from a protectorate," said the grandmother who is originally from South Africa. The mother of four and eight grandchildren is married in Botswana.