BDP confirms Shamukuni's passing

Saturday, April 04, 2026 | 630 Views |

The Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) has announced the passing of former Chobe Member of Parliament (MP), Machana Ronald Shamukuni, following an illness.

In a statement issued by party Secretary General Kentse Rammidi, the opposition party paid tribute to Shamukuni as a lifelong servant of the people who dedicated his career to advancing both party and national interests.

“The BDP is saddened to announce the passing on of former Member of Central Committee, Machana Ronald Shamukuni, following illness,” Rammidi said. Describing him as a committed cadre, the BDP said Shamukuni was “a thorough bred politician who gave his life to public service,” rising steadily through the ranks from a youth activist to one of the party’s senior figures.

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