BMD constitution limits president's powers

Under the BMD, the president will not have as much power as is prevalent in the BDP. The BMD constitution states that the president could orient and direct the activities of the party under the overall supervision of the National Executive Committee (NEC).  It further mentions that in all the matters, the president would be subject to the authority of the NEC, who may overrule him/her on matters of the party.  Unlike the BDP, the new party will also have the post of deputy president. 

In its preamble, the BMD constitution states that one of its aims and objectives is to unite all the people of Botswana for the complete liberation of the country from all forms of discrimination and oppression.  It also aims to uphold good governance, the rule of law, human rights, civil liberties, transparency and accountability.