Khama launches BDP exhibition
Goitsemodimo Kaelo | Tuesday September 20, 2016 17:23
President Ian Khama, opened the exhibition that reflects the BDP journey, which is a precursor to the party’s plans to establish its own museum. The exhibition, which will run for a week from September 19 to 26, puts emphasis on the party presidency, from founding president Sir Seretse Khama to the current leader, linking its leadership to the country’s golden jubilee celebrations on September 30.
Khama said that the achievement of Botswana is directly connected to the BDP as a ruling party due to the “architects of policies that were adopted by our founding fathers”. “Through their foresight and vision, we pursued the principles of democracy: periodic elections every five years, liberal economics and related elements in particular the emphasis of collective ownership of mineral or natural resources and common development in this regard, all aimed at improving the livelihoods of Batswana,” Khama said.
Khama who showcased a BDP shirt belonging to his late father said that the BDP forefathers’ foresight helped the country avoid the resource curse of internal conflict and strife found in other countries.
He said that the party should continue to preserve the legacy and serve Batswana without being selective. He said that BDP will lead the country to prosperity for the next 50 years.
BDP secretary general, Botsalo Ntuane said that the exhibition marks yet another remarkable journey for the BDP. Ntuane said that the BDP’s success tells a story of good governance.
“The story must continue. Through this, we will continue to the narrative of this forsaken piece of territory. Despite challenges that we had, our leaders have remained true and exercised fidelity to our founding principles,” he said.