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Mathoothe vows BPF to retain Serowe West

Monday, April 24, 2023 | 390 Views |

Baratiwa Mothoothe PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

The Botswana Patriotic Front (BPF) Member of Parliament for Serowe North constituency, Baratiwa Mathoothe says though they are hurt by Parliament's decision to declare Tshekedi Khama’s constituency seat for Serowe West vacant, they remain relentless.

He said the party has started to address constituents about the matter. Speaking with The Monitor on Sunday, Mathoothe said his party is explaining to constituents what happened so that they understand the issue and how the ruling party, the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) is using its power to frustrate them.

Khama’s constituency was declared vacant on Thursday. This came after Khama failed to attend Parliament for two consecutive meetings. “We are not just folding our arms to the latest developments but as a party, we are busy campaigning.

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Mathoothe vows BPF to retain Serowe West

The Botswana Patriotic Front (BPF) Member of Parliament for Serowe North constituency, Baratiwa Mathoothe says though they are hurt by Parliament's decision to declare Tshekedi Khama’s constituency seat for Serowe West vacant, they remain relentless.