BPF factions seek common ground

The move comes after months of internal battles over the legitimacy of the party leadership, with rival camps each claiming authority over the organisation. The three factions are led by Dr Thoko Muzila, Lawrence Ookeditse and Gaolathe Galebotswe.

The dispute has not only exposed cracks within the opposition party but has also raised questions about its readiness to mount a strong challenge in the 2029 General Election. Despite several attempts in the past to resolve the leadership wrangle, the wrangle has persisted, leaving party members and supporters uncertain about the BPF's future direction. To date, there remains no universally accepted position regarding who legitimately leads the party, a situation that has fuelled tensions among members and complicated efforts to rebuild party structures.