Botswana: Lefesto Newsboy Cap Look

Gaborone — While many will remember former president Dr Festus Mogae for his economic reforms and his legacy in the fight against HIV/AIDS, others will forever cherish memories of his stylish off-duty fashion sense.

Away from the image of a statesman in suits, LeFesto, as Batswana affectionately called him, became known for his relaxed denim-on-denim outfits paired with stylish newsboy caps, commonly referred to in street lingo as “stapora caps.”

The distinctive look made him stand out and…