New Party To Align With UDC
Monday, May 27, 2019
Parties contracted to the UDC include Botswana National Front (BNF), Botswana Congress Party (BCP) and Botswana People’s Party (BPP).
Explaining the dynamics around the newly formed BPF, the recently fired assistant minister of Health and Wellness, Butale indicated that the notion is to avoid vote splitting by forthwith aligning to the UDC.
Khama’s announcement to take over as Kgosikgolo was met with jubilation by some, but it also exposed deep-seated divisions. The Bogosi Act, which clearly states that a Mothusa Kgosi cannot be removed without the minister’s involvement, serves as a crucial legal safeguard. This law is designed to prevent arbitrary decisions and ensure stability within traditional leadership structures.The tension between Khama and Serogola has been simmering...