BDP vows to win Gaborone seats in 2029
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 | 180 Views |
BDP's ambitious goal includes winning back the five Gaborone constituencies and 34 wards. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO
Their ambitious goal includes winning back the five Gaborone constituencies and 34 wards, a feat they managed in the 2019 elections. At the forefront of this drive is the newly elected regional chairperson, Kagiso Kwelagobe, who, having ascended unopposed to his position, stated that their primary mission is to ensure the party's rejuvenation and further strengthen its presence across the region.
"We need your unwavering support to rebuild our structures. Encourage those members who have become inactive to return to the fold. The time has come for us to work together as never before, so we can fulfil our promises to the people," Kwelagobe urged. He emphasised that party unity and active participation are the keys to ensuring that the BDP remains relevant and robust.
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