Opposition unity cracks on Shashemooke by-election

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Francistown: Shashemooke ward may prove to be the unfolding of election cooperation between opposition parties if not handled carefully, as recent disagreements between the Botswana National Front (BNF) and the Botswana Peoples Party (BPP) is proving.

A bye-election is expected to be held for Shashemooke after the death of the ward councilor, Alleluya Mathumo of the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) two weeks ago. Already parties are positioning themselves for the vacant seat.

The BNF and the BPP are not in one accord on the issue of who between them, should field a candidate in the ward. The two parties are part of four opposition parties currently negotiating election cooperation.

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