By-elections costs worry BCP but IEC unperturbed
Friday, May 12, 2023 | 230 Views |

Pheko PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG
The BCP, a disgruntled member of the Umbrella for Democratic Party (UDC) is still stuck in the opposition coalition because their exit will trigger nationwide by-elections.
In 2020 Parliament passed a floor crossing law amending the Constitution of Botswana to safeguard voters’ interests and democracy. The law now causes a vacancy in the event a Member of Parliament (MP), elected as a candidate for a political party, resigns from a political party.
Independence Day holds immense significance for Batswana as a whole. It offers a moment for reflection and celebration of the country's achievements, while also prompting introspection.We must honestly assess whether the number of years of independence aligns with the progress we have made. While there is certainly much to celebrate, there are also pressing issues that require the attention of relevant stakeholders. Many Batswana are facing...