BCP, BNF nuptials of convenience feasible
Friday, July 20, 2018
There is, in fact, a very strong possibility that the BCP and BNF might contest the next general elections as a coalition. This comes after a BCP conference resolved that it would consider forming a coalition with the BNF to contest the 2019 general election.
There is widespread belief that the BCP and BNF can harness more on their combined figures to mount a strong challenge against the ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) at the 2019 general election. The BCP recently hinted that it would consider bilateral relations with the BNF in 2019 if the problems in the UDC were not resolved timely.
These legal professionals, who are entrusted with upholding the rule of law, face numerous challenges that compromise their ability to effectively carry out their duties.Elsewhere in this edition, we carry a story on the lamentations of the officers of court.The prosecutors have raised a number of concerns, calling for urgent attention from all relevant stakeholders, including the President, Minister of Justice and the Attorney General. Their...