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DCI market cap up P7bn
The combined value of companies listed on the Botswana Stock Exchange's (BSE) Domestic Companies Index (DCI) rose 17% in the first half of the year when compared to the level last June, buoyed by strong performances nearly across the board.
BDP primaries leave a lot to be desired
The BDP as a party known to have ample resources has always held its primaries well in time, but this time around that was not the case. The first leg of the primaries was held last weekend, with the final leg being billed for the coming weekend. This time around, the BDP failed to shine in its primary elections. The elections were chaotic; most if not all polling stations didn't open at the specified time of 6am. Loyal BDP members braved the...