Matlou fancies his Mochudi East chances
Monday, September 26, 2022 | 690 Views |
He first attempted in 2015 following the death of Isaac Davids. Though he lost, Matlou remained visible in the party and constituency as an activist as well as campaign manager for former legislator Moagi Molebatsi.
The late Member of Parliament, Davids, won the constituency in the 2014 General Election while a member of the UDC but later crossed the floor to join the ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP). Unfortunately, he would not see his term to the end as his herdboys murdered him.
The fees have been doubled from the previous amounts and raise concerns about political participation accessibility and democratic representation principles.This significant fee increase prompts questions regarding its impact on grassroots democracy.On one hand, the fees act as a filter, ensuring only serious contenders enter the race, potentially reducing frivolous candidacies and generating crucial campaign funds. The BDP argues that aspiring...