BCP refuses to make way
Monday, July 27, 2015
The Botswana Congress Party (BCP) has turned down a request from the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) to withdraw from the Goodhope by-election and rally behind the opposition’s unity cause.
There were anxious moments last Friday outside a Goodhope home where a Botswana Congress Party (BCP) central committee delegation met with their candidate for three hours to mull over the UDC proposal, which they would later reject.
While his leadership has brought about significant progress and development, it is imperative that he exercises greater caution in his choice of words, particularly when addressing sensitive matters.One of the primary concerns is the potential impact of his remarks on Botswana’s relationship with De Beers, the diamond mining giant that plays a crucial role in the nation’s economy.The partnership between Botswana and De Beers has been mutually...