19 Jan 2023

President Dr Mokgweetsi Masisi has described Grootlaagte councillor, Mr Ezekiel Kajuu, as a national jewel and patriotic servant. 

The President,  who was in Ghanzi yesterday to pass his condolences to the Kajuu family, said  he was saddened by  Mr Kajuu’s death. 

He described him as a hard worker, was fit physically, spiritually and politically.  

Therefore, the President said  Mr Kajuu’s death was a loss to Ghanzi and Botswana Democratic Party (BDP),  which he represented as a councillor. 

President Masisi said the departed councillor was a jovial and humble leader who stood ready to serve the constituents diligently, adding he mentored  many national leaders.  

He said leaders of Mr Kajuu’s calibre contributed to  the success of his presidency. 

Moreover,  President Masisi said Mr Kajuu’s  national and political work had not only exalted the BDP or the ward he represented, but also his family’s  name as he was a giant known even beyond Botswana borders.

Dr Masisi implored those aspiring to fill Mr Kajuu’s shoes to be equal to the task since the councillor had set the bar high. 

He urged them to emulate Mr Kajuu’s vision and continue where he left off. 

Mr Kajuu’s  elder sister, Ms Francisca Ogono said the councillor died of stroke last week. 

The uncle, Mr Samuel Kandu, thanked the President and BDP  for their support saying it was ‘so comforting  and healed the broken hearts.’

 Mr Kajuu would be laid to rest in Makunda on Saturday. ends