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BDP Youth congress: A vital kingmaker

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Youth in politics are key players when it comes to campaigns
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The Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) National Youth Executive Committee (NYEC) scheduled for this weekend in Bobonong will give the direction on what will happen at the party mother body congress.

The BDP will hold its elective congress for the Central Committee (CC) in Tsabong later this month. Usually, some party elders use youth congresses to campaign and ensure that their lobby lists win.

Youth in politics are key players when it comes to campaigns as they are able to influence votes and are good at strategising.

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