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Opposition leader slams gov’s unfulfilled promises

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Saleshando (centre) addressing a press Conference this week MUNIRUL BHUIYAN: PRESS PHOTO

As the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) marks its first year in power, Botswana Congress Party (BCP) president, Dumelang Saleshando, has harshly criticised the ruling coalition, claiming it has failed to deliver on its promises to the people of Botswana.

In a press briefing held at the President Hotel on Tuesday, Saleshando made it clear that the UDC, despite its lofty promises during the 2024 General Election campaign, has fallen short of expectations.

“The UDC has failed the people of Botswana,” Saleshando said, adding that, instead of ushering in a "new Botswana," citizens are still under the control of the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP). “Batswana thought they would be governed by a new Botswana, but in reality, they remain under the same old government,” he said.

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