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Ministers target party power seats

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BNF heads into a pivotal election at Palapye . PIC PHATSIMO KAPENG,

As internal democracy takes centre stage within the ruling coalition, two affiliate parties of the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC), the Botswana National Front (BNF) and the Alliance for Progressives (AP), are headed for high-stakes elective congresses over weekend.

The congresses are not only shaping up to be internal tests of strength but also serve as a reflection of growing ambition amongst several Cabinet Ministers who are actively seeking top party leadership roles.

In both parties, critical positions such as vice president and secretary-general are up for grabs.

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