BDP factions on spiral mode

Since way back, the BDP has always had factions. The yesteryear factions that were common in the ruling party included the Barataphathi and A-team, which were strong during the Festus Mogae’s presidency. The factions would then spill over to former president Ian Khama’s tenure.

Usually, factions become common during elective congresses. During Khama’s rule, the factions were revived under new names, the Third Force, led by then Guma Moyo, and the Barataphathi.