Keep the BDF above politics

Friday, September 15, 2023 | 130 Views |

In politics, conflicts and rivalries are not uncommon. However, when political disputes spill over into the military sphere, the consequences can be dire.

The longstanding feud between President Mokgweetsi Masisi and his predecessor, Ian Khama, which has been simmering since 2018, has recently taken a concerning turn.

The government, through the Minister for Defence and Security, issued a lengthy press release responding to Khama’s allegations, raising concerns that the Botswana Defence Force (BDF) may be inadvertently dragged into this political battle.

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Keep the BDF above politics

In politics, conflicts and rivalries are not uncommon. However, when political disputes spill over into the military sphere, the consequences can be dire.