Parties battle for Gaborone constituencies :: Mmegi Online

The competition for dominance over the five Gaborone constituencies has officially begun. Historically, however, no single party has retained consistent control over the city. Rather, power tends to shift amongst various parties Mmegi Staffer TSAONE BASIMANEBOTLHE reports

For instance, in the 2014 General Election, the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) won four out of five constituencies in Gaborone while the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) won one. In contrast, the BDP secured control of all five constituencies in 2019, while, in 2009, the representation included a mix of Members of Parliament (MPs) from different parties.

This year, key contenders for the city’s leadership include the the Botswana Congress Party (BCP), the BDP, the Botswana Movement for Democracy (BMD), the Botswana Patriotic Front (BPF), and the UDC. Ultimately, voters in Gaborone will decide which party they believe can best represent their interests. Thus, the upcoming polls will be crucial in shaping the future of the city’s political landscape.

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Parties battle for Gaborone constituencies

The competition for dominance over the five Gaborone constituencies has officially begun. Historically, however, no single party has retained consistent control over the city. Rather, power tends to shift amongst various parties Mmegi Staffer TSAONE BASIMANEBOTLHE reports

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