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A well learnt lesson in democracy

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History was written on April 1, 2026. But unlike the foolishness that day often brings, what unfolded outside the Office of the President was serious, sober and deeply inspiring.

“Democracy is never a thing done.

Democracy is always something that a nation must be doing.”

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A well learnt lesson in democracy

History was written on April 1, 2026. But unlike the foolishness that day often brings, what unfolded outside the Office of the President was serious, sober and deeply inspiring.

We inherited a broken Botswana – Boko

Don’t let power change you, BNF warned

Don’t betray the revolution - Malema tells Boko

No DIS officer facing criminal charges - Mohwasa

BCP results reveal balance

Lime movement faces defining choice

‘Strong BPP strengthens UDC coalition’

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As A3 opens, responsibility rests with driver