BDP accused of stifling democracy

Wednesday, August 05, 2009

The Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) has been accused of stifling political debates and freedom of expression. This follows the decision by the government to suspend political debates by party candidates on Botswana Television (Btv) and Radio Botswana.

According to sources, there has been uneasiness because some of the debates were covered live. This meant that there would be no time to edit any voracious attacks on the government and the ruling party.

Botswana National Front (BNF) publicity secretary, Moeti Mohwasa said this is an act of cowardice by the BDP because it cannot tolerate debates.

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BDP accused of stifling democracy

The Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) has been accused of stifling political debates and freedom of expression. This follows the decision by the government to suspend political debates by party candidates on Botswana Television (Btv) and Radio Botswana.

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