BDP takes stock

FRANCISTOWN: In an endeavour to comprehensively evaluate its 2009 general elections performance, the ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) has roped in professional researchers to assist them in the process, Mmegi has learnt.

"We want to find out what could have caused our losses in some areas and what made us win in areas that we have won and so on," explained BDP executive secretary, Dr Comma Serema, yesterday.

His explanation was that the party has ordered a whole scientific research similar to the one conducted by South African based political consultant, Professor Lawrence Schlemmer whose profound examination, a few years ago, helped the BDP remain in power even during tough times.

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Inspect the voters' roll!

The recent disclosure by the IEC that 2,513 registrations have been turned down due to various irregularities should prompt all Batswana to meticulously review the voters' rolls and address concerns about rejected registrations.The disparities flagged by the IEC are troubling and emphasise the significance of rigorous voter registration processes.Out of the rejected registrations, 29 individuals were disqualified due to non-existent Omang...

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