82 years old (Born on June 18, 1942)
Happy Birthday, Thabo Mbeki! May your day be brighter than South Africa's economy during your presidency—when the middle class grew faster than queues at a braai stand. Your leadership was smoother than jazz and more memorable than load shedding schedules!Though politics can sometimes recall leaders quicker than a Springbok winger, your legacy remains timeless. Here's hoping your birthday celebrations are as dignified and classy as your famous speeches—and may you enjoy retirement with fewer recalls and more relaxing braais.
Cheers to you, Mr. President—may this year bring laughter, joy, and economic growth in cake slices!