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BNF forges ahead

BNF has shown a degree of fortitude in continuing to field candidates for the upcoming polls PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO
BNF has shown a degree of fortitude in continuing to field candidates for the upcoming polls PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Despite the party’s internal struggles, the Botswana National Front (BNF) has shown a degree of fortitude in continuing to field candidates for the upcoming polls, even as they navigate the potentially fractious process of primary elections. This, however, underscores the BNF’s dedication to its political objectives, but also highlights the complex challenges it faces in balancing internal harmony with its electoral ambitions. Staff Writer TSAONE BASIMANEBOTLHE Reports

Takatokwane In a strategic move to appeal to younger voters, the BNF has nominated a youthful candidate Jacob Kelebeng for Takatokwane constituency.

His success in the primary elections, where he received a large number of votes, suggests that his candidacy resonates well with the party’s base. Kelebeng got 1, 678 votes, Lopang Sebutlenyane 754 while Jimmy Thukwi got only 182. The BNF once won this area in the 2004 General Election.

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