Is Quett Masire A-List?
No — Quett Masire is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1994
Wins Election
Lost A-list status in 1998
Dropped to B tier — Steps Down as President
Ranking Timeline
Botswana Independence
Plays key role in Botswana's transition to independence.
Becomes President of Botswana
Ascends to the presidency after Seretse Khama's death.
Knighted by Queen Elizabeth
Receives honorary knighthood for service to Botswana and Commonwealth.
Wins Election
Wins another term as President.
Steps Down as President
Voluntarily steps down, ensuring peaceful power transfer.
Death in Gaborone
Masire dies in Gaborone, leaving a legacy of economic development.
Legacy of Botswana's Development
Remembered for his leadership in transforming Botswana's economy.
Last updated: February 25, 2026