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BCP CC leaves Samoka furious

Tuesday, July 01, 2025 | 780 Views |

Following the recent Botswana Congress Party (BCP) Youth League elective congress, youth leader Brian Samoka has expressed deep disappointment over what he calls an unfair decision by the party’s Central Committee (CC) for being overlooked for the presidency.

During the congress, a highly competitive race resulted in a tie between Samoka and Tebogo June, with both candidates receiving 194 votes each.

The third contender, Bonnie Tlhagwane, trailed behind with 91 votes.

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BCP CC leaves Samoka furious

Following the recent Botswana Congress Party (BCP) Youth League elective congress, youth leader Brian Samoka has expressed deep disappointment over what he calls an unfair decision by the party’s Central Committee (CC) for being overlooked for the presidency.

Human rights are sacred

Bakgatla Ba Kgafela celebrate as Kgosi Kgafela’s charges are dropped

First Lady's office hosts second annual thanks giving ceremony

PSLE performance on upward trend

Bona Life tee-off Maruapula Loxion Golf journey

Cops arrest young man, seize dagga in Metsimotlhabe

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