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Initially, families celebrate when their loved ones rise through political ranks, win elections or secure influential positions.However, as political responsibilities increase, family time gradually disappears.Long meetings, community engagements,...

Within the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), Seretse has fought numerous political battles, winning some while losing others. However, what has distinguished her throughout the years is her refusal to be intimidated by pressure from within party...

Mogae was also the BDP president. For many observers, the emotional speeches delivered during Mogae’s State funeral over the weekend painted a picture of a party still trapped in bitterness, regret and unresolved internal battles. While senior...

In scenes rarely seen in Botswana’s heated political landscape, leaders from across the divide temporarily set aside their rivalry to honour a man many described as humble, disciplined, and devoted to national service. Although Mogae died as a...

From family members and close associates to traditional representatives and political veterans, speakers painted the picture of a leader who remained grounded even after becoming president. Although Mogae was often regarded as tough and...

Speaking at his funeral, different speakers paid tribute to Seakgosing as a man who remained grounded despite his education, professional achievements, and political influence. They said he dedicated his life to serving people with humility and...

Those closest to him remember him not just for his political achievements but for the warmth, guidance, and humor that defined his private life. Pinkie Mogae, his brother’s wife, recalls him fondly as a loving father figure who was always...

When the Mmegi team visited Serowe on Wednesday, the signs of preparation were evident everywhere. From the Botalaote ward, where Mogae’s family home stands, to the roads leading to the main Kgotla, residents were working diligently to clean and...

During his two terms in office, Botswana’s media landscape enjoyed significant freedom. Journalists were neither routinely harassed nor detained for doing their work. Surprisingly, during his presidency, though media-friendly, an advertising ban on...

The initiative brought both positive and negative outcomes. It empowered grassroots members to have a voice, but it also amplified divisions within the party, creating tensions that previously simmered under the surface.Mogae’s decision to...

In fact, in the Selebi-Phikwe East constituency, political activity has intensified so dramatically that one could easily mistake the situation for an election season already in full swing. Week in and week out, political parties are flooding the...

At the age of 81, her passing marks the end of an extraordinary chapter in local governance, one defined by resilience, dedication, and an unyielding commitment to public service. She will be laid to rest this Saturday in her home village of Moshupa,...

At the centre of the dispute is the mall along the Trans-Kalahari Corridor, which already hosts KFC and is now set to expand to accommodate additional retail outlets. Initially, the development occupied four hectares.However, in a recent decision,...

For years, the BCP built a reputation as a disciplined organisation capable of managing fierce internal competition without spilling into the public arena. The BCP will be heading for its elective conference this year, in July, in Mogoditshane...

She emphasised that leadership within the BCP should not be defined by longevity alone, but by the value individuals bring to the organisation. According to Dow, her team comprises capable men and women drawn from varied professional and political...