Trade unionism, politics Siamese twins

As BLLAHWU, a public service trade union commemorates its 50th anniversary in September, its secretary-general Ketlhalefile Motshegwa has removed the ambiguity that often exists between trade unionism and politics.

Other trade unions have produced political activists of note like Botswana Mine Workers Union (BMWU) late former councillor, Elias Mbonini amongst others. Botswana Public Employees Union (BOPEU) has Andrew Motsamai who has shown interest in the Botswana National Front (BNF) politics.