BLP: The challenges of a new party
Friday, September 30, 2022 | 2770 Views |
Now, there is another new entrant in the country’s political landscape, the Botswana Labour Party (BLP). Details surrounding the formation of the party are still shrouded in secrecy and controversy, but sources say its launch is imminent.
It is common cause that the party founders are former Botswana National Front (BNF) members who feel there is no longer a place for them under the BNF led by Duma Boko.
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...