BNF moves to build Kopano house
Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | Wednesday January 28, 2026 06:29
The development was confirmed by BNF treasurer Arafat Khan during a press briefing held last week. According to Khan, the party has already begun construction on its plot, a move he said reflects a renewed commitment to institutional stability and long-term planning. He noted that the project is expected to be completed within the next two months, signalling a significant shift from the party’s long-standing reliance on rented office space. “The project has started, and it has a two-month timeframe,” Khan said. “In addition, we have also bought another office, and we will soon be moving into it. I know members have been worried that it is time for the party to either build or buy offices, and we are moving in the right direction.”
Khan’s remarks appeared aimed at reassuring party members who have previously raised concerns about the lack of permanent infrastructure. Over the years, the BNF has rented offices, a situation that, according to some members, limited the party’s operational efficiency and visibility. Meanwhile, the press briefing also outlined broader organisational reforms, particularly around modernising party operations. Speaking at the same event, BNF secretary-general Dr Stephen Modise said the party is accelerating its move towards digitalisation, starting with membership registration and renewal. Modise explained that, going forward, members will be required to renew their membership online, whilst new applications will also be processed through a digital system.
He said the shift is intended to reduce paperwork and improve efficiency within the party’s structures.
“We will be reducing paperwork,” Modise said. “I also urge members to work hard on the membership drive because registration of new members in the year of the primary elections will not be allowed. We cannot talk about digitalisation and then fail to implement it.”
In addition to digital reforms, Modise emphasised the need for stronger coordination between the party’s national office and its lower structures.
He said his office would work closely with branch and regional leadership to improve communication and ensure that members are kept informed about party programmes and decisions. He further called on members to cooperate with the party office, stressing that unity and discipline remain critical as the BNF prepares for upcoming political activities. According to Modise, effective communication and cooperation will be key to rebuilding momentum within the party.
Looking ahead, Modise said the party leadership expects a busy year, with a renewed focus on rolling out planned activities that were disrupted in the previous year. He explained that much of the party’s programme had been affected by two by-elections, which diverted attention and resources.
“In addition, this year our office will be busy to ensure that party activities kick-start,” Modise said, adding that the leadership is determined to regain lost ground and reposition the BNF ahead of future electoral contests.