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Your vote matters

According to a Government Gazette released this morning, the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) has announced a supplementary voter registration period.

This period, running from May 20 to 31 2024, is crucial for those who have not yet registered to vote. This announcement comes in response to a significant shortfall in registered voters following the recent registration period. As it stands, only 62% of the target number of voters registered, leaving a considerable gap.

With Botswana's general elections scheduled for October, every eligible citizen needs to register and exercise their democratic right to vote. The IEC's decision to open a supplementary registration period for just 11 days highlights the urgency of the situation. If you are not yet registered, now is the time to act.

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