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Tsaone Basimanebotlhe
  • BCP fields Brooks for Kgalagadi South seat

    Dr Chimbombi’s untimely death has left the constituency without representation in Parliament, thereby necessitating a by-election. In response, the BCP states that it is ready to ensure the people of Kgalagadi South continue to have a strong,...

  • BDP races against time to pick Kgalagadi South candidate

    The deadline is set for the end of this week, marking a critical step in the party’s internal selection process.Following the closure of the EOI period, the BDP will determine whether it will proceed with primary elections to select its official...

  • BNF in talks with five aspirants

    Speaking to The Monitor on Monday, BNF Chairperson Moses Bantsi confirmed that the party’s Central Committee (CC) will be engaging directly with local party members and structures to address growing concerns around the number of individuals...

  • Chaos erupts among BPF ranks

    Despite the party's public projection of unity and progress, internal tensions are threatening to rip it apart at the seams. Since its formation in 2019, the BPF has been plagued by internal conflicts. Initially, disputes were confined to NEC...

  • BPF faces sterner test post Khama era

    As internal divisions deepen, many have started to question whether the party can survive without the influence and leadership of its inaugural patron, Ian Khama, or whether it is time to seek affiliation with the Umbrella for Democratic Change...

  • Judgment day looms for BPF

    The sextet are Ditiro Kelebeile, Ookeditse Malesu, Segaetsho Garekwe, Thaka Baboneng, Loeto Porati and Barulaganye Kgosana. They allege that the actions taken by the party's leadership are both unconstitutional and unlawful. The applicants...

  • Councillors block audit, cite cost

    The motion, tabled during a full council meeting on Wednesday, was proposed by former council chairperson and current Lenganeng ward councillor, Collen Mochotlhi.Presenting the motion, Mochotlhi urged fellow councillors to support an independent...

  • Tensions flare up in Nkange

    At the centre of the tension is a controversial initiative by Kgosi Ian Khama, which many regard as an attempt to create a parallel governance structure that bypasses local democratic processes. Earlier this year, Kgosi Khama called a gathering of...

  • Botswana, China kick off 50th anniversary celebrations

    Chinese Ambassador to Botswana, Fan Yong, pointed out the deepening relationship between the two nations, emphasising that the bond has grown steadily over the years, and continues to flourish.“Some Chinese nationals live and work here, while...

  • BPF doubles support since inception

    Party president, Mephato Reatile, highlighted that at first they had three Members of Parliament in 2019.He added that now, six years later, there are five legislators, with more than 20 councillors in local government, which Reatile said is very...

  • Chaos disrupts BPF league elections

    What was scheduled to be a smooth evening of elections quickly spiralled out of control, as allegations of cheating and confusion over procedures led to the destruction of ballot boxes and the abrupt suspension of voting. The congresses, initially...

  • Fresh turmoil rattles BPF

    The conference, originally scheduled for Friday, was pushed to Saturday due to the pending case.The matter was first set for a hearing last Friday but was postponed to Tuesday after the applicants told the court they had only been served with the...

  • HIV testing drops, alarms council

    Speaking during a full council meeting on Monday, Tlokweng Council Chairperson Ontiretse Bogatsu revealed that antenatal HIV testing coverage has declined from nearly 99% in the previous quarter to just 88% this quarter. She emphasised that this drop...

  • BPF at a crossroads as crucial congress nears

    With 18 National Executive Committee (NEC) positions up for grabs, this year's congress could prove to be the most consequential in the party’s short but eventful history. The outcome will not only determine the party’s new leadership but...

  • BCP accuses UDC of power grab, not a solution

    On 25 August 2025, President Boko invoked Section 17(1) of the Constitution to declare a state of emergency, citing the need to “make decisions quickly to address the immediate medical needs of the nation.” However, according to BCP publicity and...

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