BCP committed to opposition unity
Friday, March 18, 2022 | 420 Views |
Mpho Pheko PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO
Before we share the resolutions, we wish to state that the Botswana Congress Party is committed to the collaboration of opposition parties in Botswana to unseat the BDP. We, however, strongly believe that this cooperation should be based on shared values, in particular, the best interests of Botswana, democracy, rule of law and mutual respect.
1). It is our wish that members of the cooperating parties of UDC, including the BNF, will desist from speaking as some now do about the UDC constitution and democracy in the coalition. No leader, and no party, that disrespects the constitution, democracy, its partners and its members, is fit to lead.
Batswana who marched peacefully for 'Justice for Tshepi' demanded answers. They have now received a detailed account of police investigation and a promise that the file is with the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP). The real test is whether the state now keeps its word without further prodding. In his address, the minister asked the nation to trust the process. He spoke of rigour, not neglect, and pointed to 10 months of...