Dipate�s 30-year quest for Parliament

During that period, he has lost twice in the general elections to the ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) parliamentary candidates, and twice at the opposition parties’ primaries.

The 64-year-old native of Thamaga first entered active politics at the age of 20 when he was recruited by the late Mareledi Giddie to the Botswana National Front (BNF).  From1974, he held various positions in his party including treasurer and Kweneng Regional vice chairperson.