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BDP elective congress: Unite or perish

It is an open season again whereupon the ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) diehards engage each other in the elections of party office bearers, as they do over the weekend in Tsabong.

This is an exciting trice that brings together party operatives from the length and breadth of the country under one roof, especially after a long pause precipitated by the advent of the outbreak of the ravaging COVID-19.

Meetings like the Tsabong congress often times have their dark sides albeit their purpose is to introspect and usher in new leadership for the party.

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Justice delayed is trust denied

Batswana who marched peacefully for 'Justice for Tshepi' demanded answers. They have now received a detailed account of police investigation and a promise that the file is with the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP). The real test is whether the state now keeps its word without further prodding. In his address, the minister asked the nation to trust the process. He spoke of rigour, not neglect, and pointed to 10 months of...

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