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The contenders include Karabo Gare, Dr. Kefentse Mzwinila and Dorcas Makgato. Notably, this will be the first time the BDP holds its congress as an opposition party, following its loss in the 2024 General Election. Consequently, tensions within the...

Significantly, this marks the first time the Women’s League is heading into an election while the BNF is the ruling party through its affiliation to the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC).As a result, each campaign team appears highly motivated,...

Notably, this marks a significant shift, as the Women’s League congress has for the first time attracted interest from both women and men. Unlike in the past elective congresses, this time around men have made the lobby list for the Women’s...

The BDP will be hosting its congress on May 10, 2025 to elect its leadership. While any card-carrying member is free to contest, it is not an automatic guarantee that one will become a candidate if he or she has declared their candidacy. The names of...

For the first time in its history, the party found itself in a difficult position, having to seek two separate legal opinions on the issue. The BCP elective conference is an assembly that chooses the party leadership. According to a source, the legal...

As of January 2025, tribal land disputes had 404 cases. Speaking at a stakeholder engagement forum on Land Tribunal Regulations (2024), he emphasised that the Land Tribunal plays a crucial role by offering specialised adjudication for these disputes....

Initially set for July, the congress will now take place soon, as announced by both the party's central committee (CC) and president Masisi on Tuesday. The decision follows calls from the BDP members urging the leadership to organise an...

The number of those vying for the position appears to be growing, with five members already publicly expressing their interest. Unlike in the past, when the party was in power, the competition among contenders seems set to be much fierce this time....

When responding to a question asked by the Member of Parliament (MP) for Kgatleng West, Dr Unity Dow on Wednesday this week, Motshegwa said: ”These fires release smoke into the atmosphere, which significantly impacts the surrounding villages,...

Responding to a budget speech in Parliament this week, the MP said it remains unclear how the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC)'s recurrent budget will differ from that of former President, Mokgweetsi Masisi's administration. Dow further...

He expressed concern over the current situation in a recent interview with The Monitor, where the council operates from caravans, highlighting that this setup is far from ideal. "This situation is far from healthy. Mogoditshane's council offices...

According to these concerned members, the lack of meetings could lead to the party losing its direction. The individuals who spoke to Mmegi emphasised that the failure of the NEC to meet could result in the three different party presidents who have...

Although the BNF and ANC have maintained a long standing relationship, it was never officially established. Over time, disagreements arose within the parties, as some members of both groups favoured the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) over the BNF,...

Currently, there is a noticeable disconnect between some female Cabinet ministers and certain party structures. The ministers come from various political parties within the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC), whilst others have yet to clarify their...

Speaking at a gala dinner organised by the Women’s League on Saturday at Cresta Hotel in Gaborone, he emphasised that they are the backbone and strength of the organisation, setting the pace for others to follow. Reflecting on the poignant message...