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Botswana mourns passing of first Motswana Police Commissioner Simon Adolf Hirschfeld
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Botswana is mourning the death of Simon Adolf Hirschfeld, the nation's first Motswana Police Commissioner. Hirschfeld, who served the Botswana Police Service for 39 years, passed away earlier this week. The Minister for State President, Defence and Security, Moeti Mohwasa, released a statement expressing the government's deep sadness and described Hirschfeld as a distinguished son of Botswana whose legacy in shaping the country's policing system and security institutions will be remembered.
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