Rammidi resignation fuels divisions

The source of conflict is reportedly Khama's compromise initiative as an option to contesting for party positions in the upcoming congress slated for July. Sources close to the party say the BDP is divided into two groups with some favouring a contest and supporting the Rammidi candidacy.

Rammidi's camp is said to be working on a list that will contest the party posts at the congress. On the other hand, a section of the party faithful is said to be supportive of Khama's compromise initiative, which will ensure that incumbent secretary general, Thato Kwerepe, retains his seat.