This is according to family spokesperson, Oduetse Mphahudi, who also stated that Modise would be buried in Gaborone.

His memorial service is scheduled for the Amphitheatre,  Mass Media Complex at 2pm,  with a themed dress code of white sneakers and headgear.

A Matsiloje native, Modise was celebrated in the theatre space, a theatre director who served as an artistic director at Tsoga Africa Theatre Works.

He was known for his passion and determination in shaping stories that would live on for generations.

His contribution to the arts was remarkable and impactful, earning him a reputation as a true icon in Botswana’s creative community. Modise was dedicated to creating a theatre industry in Botswana that promoted employment and addressed national concerns.

He directed notable productions among them, The Briefcase, which aimed to break down the complexities of the national budget speech and focused on social welfare issues affecting Batswana. Besides The Briefcase, he is also credited for The Rising Son, a play depicting the struggles of growing up in Botswana since 1966 and the challenges faced by African men. His other play,  Border Lines, showcases the life of tribes along the Botswana-South Africa border, focusing on two brothers separated by the border.

The multi-talented Modise was a poetic storyteller whom some would remember in the award-winning Broadway production PULA: The Musical, where his narration of the play captivated audiences across the globe.

He was also a television presenter, renowned traditional song and dance artist and a soloist. Modise died March 28 after a short illness. ENDS