mmegi

Fragmented opposition weakens democracy

Friday, January 20, 2023 | 100 Views |

The UDC participated in two elections but lost in both to the BDP PICS: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

A multiparty democracy envisages a plethora of political parties premised on ideologies and policy choices.

I have stated in the past that the road to building and consolidating a coalition is a tall order.

Best practices in coalition politics reflect, among others, equitable partnership, compromises, mutual respect and humility, effective leadership, shared communication.

Already have an active account? Log in here.

Or Sign up and get unlimited access to premium articles.

Did the UDC rig Kgalagadi South by-election?

Bugalo Chilume |
28 November 2025

UDC members celebrating after winning Kgalagadi South PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Urgent need for Botswana, other African countries to develop a national autism strategy

Ntibinyane Ntibinyane |
21 November 2025

Democracy is fragile, media must wake up

THOMAS NKHOMA |
21 November 2025

For years, media has operated in a space of relative calm .PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Long 1,900km drive awaits netball teams

Calistus Kolantsho | 4 m ago

Ngada to pip seasoned campaigners for AFCON place?

Kabelo Boranabi | 21 m ago

Oneal R&B orchestra shares African story

Lucy Kgweetsi | 46 m ago

Yarona FM to host Just Kidding Fam Fest

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 51 m ago

Softball Spectacular to quench players’ thirst

Calistus Kolantsho | 55 m ago

Zebras to camp in Tunisia ahead of AFCON finals

Mqondisi Dube | 1 h ago

Search continues for Maun boy feared to have been taken by a crocodile

Larona Makhaiza | 14 h ago

Inimba Gets the Nod for Season 2 on Mzansi Magic

correspondent | 18 h ago

Depression is real; let's take care of our mental health

It is not uncommon in this part of the world for parents to actually punish their children when they show signs of depression associating it with issues of indiscipline, and as a result, the poor child will be lashed or given some kind of punishment. We have had many suicide cases in the country and sadly some of the cases included children and young adults. We need to start looking into issues of mental health with the seriousness it...

The Monitor Editor | 02 December 2025

About us

Mmegi is the leading independent source of breaking news, latest news, current
affairs, Politics, Business, Sport, debates, analysis, and entertainment news in Botswana.

Explore

More