Do Religion And Politicians Mix?

No Image

Should politics be mixed with religion? This question has become pertinent as a number of local pastors join the political band wagon.

These days it has become common for pastors to dabble in politics.  But does this not divide the congregation? The same preacher who has been preaching about love and brotherhood in the morning, would later be delivering a different message at the freedom square as he/she attacks political opponents. 

Some of the men of the cloth who have become associated with politics include Reverend Rupert Hambira and Mpho Moruakgomo, both are Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) specially elected councillors in Gaborone and Kgatleng respectively. 

Editor's Comment
Inspect the voters' roll!

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...

Have a Story? Send Us a tip
arrow up