UB politics shapes future leaders :: Mmegi Online

Although some members of the public believe that University of Botswana (UB) students, particularly those involved in politics, receive disproportionate attention from the government whenever they protest, political stakeholders argue that the institution remains a critical breeding ground for future leaders.

Across the political spectrum, youth leaders maintain that UB student politics not only nurtures leadership skills but also plays a significant role in strengthening local democracy.

Notably, UB has produced a long list of prominent political figures who have gone on to shape the country’s governance landscape. Among them are President Duma Boko, Leader of the Opposition (LoO) Dumelang Saleshando, former LoO Botsalo Ntuane, former Minister Fidelis Molao, current Minister of Justice and Correctional Services Nelson Ramaotwana, current Minister of Sport and Culture Jacob Kelebeng, Health Minister, Dr Stephen Modise, Minister of Local Government and Traditional Affairs, Ketlhalefile Motshegwa and former Minister of Youth Sport and Culture Tumiso Rakgare, among others.

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