BNF scoffs at BCP olive branch

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The Botswana National Front (BNF) has decided to contest the Palapye parliamentary by-election despite offers of an olive branch from the Botswana Congress Party (BCP).

A trade off for the two parties for the Palapye and Kgalagadi North constituencies was previously proposed; the BNF leaving BCP to contest Palapye and the BCP reciprocating at Kgalagadi North. 

Kgalagadi North was represented by the BNF before the MP, Obakeng Moumakwa resigned last year. In Palapye, a Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) stronghold, the BCP wields more support than the BNF.

Editor's Comment
Khama and gov't must step right

Whilst the government seeks to clarify boundaries between elected councillors and Dikgosi, and Khama defends the autonomy of Bogosi, this dispute musn't spiral into division. All parties must step back, breathe, and commit to dialogue rooted in mutual respect and the rule of law.Botswana’s strength lies in its unique blend of modern democracy and deep-rooted tradition. Dikgosi, as custodians of culture and community justice, hold immense...

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