Veteran women in opposition politics talk hard work, persistence

Bathusi PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG
Bathusi PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

Former Botswana National Front (BNF) chairperson Abigail Mogalakwe (68) has proved that patience and resilience are necessary characteristics in politics.

Mogalakwe has a long history in politics, having contested several times and managed to keep hope that one day she would be a representative for the people of Mahalapye South ward, in the Mahalapye West constituency.

Despite her many losses, her faith and belief that one day she will win kept Mogalakwe pushing hard in opposition politics.

Editor's Comment
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