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Some politicians have expressed concern about the registration numbers. The IEC's target for registered voters was 1.3 million, but as of last week, the actual number fell less than half of that goal, reaching 451,870 by January 27, 2024. “We...

The IEC has set a target to register 1.7 million, which many believe that the organisation cannot easily reach unless there is a robust campaign to register more people.As of this week, the electoral body revealed that only 451,870 have registered to...

Vote buying is the offer of money, material goods or services to voters by election contestants (political parties or candidates) in exchange for votes.Some Batswana demand to be offered incentives, such as groceries, money, or t-shirts, in exchange...

BNF secretary-general (SG), Ketlhalefile Motshegwa told a press conference on Wednesday that the leadership is convinced that everything will be sorted out soon as they prepare for primary elections planned for March.“Yes, we have received letters...

The case was originally scheduled to be heard yesterday (Monday).According to the chairperson of the Serowe Land Board, Sefane Phuthego, there was a delay in the process necessitating the rescheduling of the hearing.“It’s not just Khama’s case...

He is optimistic that the projects will be completed on time and within budget, which will benefit the community and the district as a whole. Mochotlhi highlighted the 25 km internal road project as one of the main projects that are progressing well...

In an interview with The Monitor, he emphasized that failing to pay attention to the Ministry of Health’s recommendations could leave the country vulnerable to the disease’s outbreak. Currently, there is cholera outbreaks and associated deaths...

The new partnership brings to four the number of opposition parties that make up a united front against the ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP). This comes after the Botswana Congress Party (BCP) left the coalition recently. The other parties are...

Draped in traditional BNF garb, both the old and young party members passionately expressed disgust at the UDC’s decision.They strongly believe that the constituency belongs to their party. They were so determined to hold the meeting and not even...

While the exact number of complaints has not yet been established, a thorough review is expected. The Monitor has been informed that Kopano Office has received some written complaints from constituencies such as Kgatleng East, Mmadinare, Mochudi West...

Three candidates, including incumbent Leepetswe Lesedi, have expressed interest in the parliamentary seat.The other two candidates are Dr Kolaatamo Malefho and Prince Moitoi, both of whom have political experience and are well-known in Serowe South....

The primaries were originally slated to take place in January, but have since be moved to February. In an interview on Sunday, BCP spokesperson, Dr. Mpho Pheko explained that the decision to postpone the primary elections was arrived at to allow the...

The piece of land that the former president is interested in is a traditional burial site for some of the Bangwato royal family members. Khama wants properties surrounding the Kgotla which includes two bedroom houses converted into houses at Khama...

The UDC recently released the list of constituencies allocated to each member affiliates. Following the exit of Botswana Congress Party (BCP) from the UDC, the latter’s member affiliates are Botswana National Front (BNF), Botswana People’s Party...

Alliance for Progressives (AP) has been allocated the following: Gaborone Bonnington South, Gaborone Central, Metsimotlhabe-Mmopane, Francistown South, Maun West, Mochudi West, Molepolole South, Bobonong, Gabane-Mmankgodi and Mogoditshane west.The...