Despite facing strong competition from Kentse Rammdi, who also enjoys significant local support, Letsholo's effective performance in Parliament has possibly contributed to his successful primary elections. In the primary elections, Letsholo garnered 2, 453 votes, Rammidi followed with 2, 073 and Thamiso Chabalala with 794 votes. Even though the vote totals might not be as high as anticipated, receiving 5, 000 votes in primary elections is still significant and indicates a strong voter base. In Kanye, the elections primarily attracted older voters, similar to Goodhope-Mmathethe, with fewer younger participants. Kanye East includes newer areas like Molapowabojang and Lotlhakane villages, which could be influencing the demographic of voters.
However, the general elections pose a tougher challenge, as opposition parties, such as the Botswana National Front (BNF), frequently compete strongly in the area. On one hand, the BDP has historically maintained a strong presence in this contituency, often winning the area due to the diligent efforts of candidates. Consequently, the high turnout of BDP members in the primaries suggests that the party has robust structures and may be well-positioned to retain the seat. On the other hand, it is a common practice for individuals to switch party affiliations or register with opposition parties during the primaries to influence the outcome. Therefore, the true reflection of party support typically emerges during the general elections, as voter dynamics can shift significantly between the primaries and the final vote. The primaries for Kanye East faced several challenges, particularly as they were postponed from Saturday to Sunday. Consequently, some voters had already returned to their workplaces. Initially, the elections were scheduled for Saturday. However, around 3pm, delays in printing the voters rolls and ballot papers caused discouragement among supporters. As a result, when the materials and returning officers arrived around 6:30pm, many voters had left. That’s, why the decision was made to postpone the election. Subsequently, while many voters returned the following day to cast their votes, others were unable to come back.
