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Bots polls a prototype of democracy in Sadc

Botswana’s entire electoral process took place in a peaceful environment conducive for the conduct of elections and consistent with Botswana’s electoral laws.

By Zimbabwe Election Support Network Nov. 15, 2024

Bots polls a prototype of democracy in Sadc

Letter to my people: Ngwena’s Botswana moment of truth

Sitting close to former Botswana president Mokgweetsi Masisi, Ngwena did not seem to share the joy that has engulfed the region following that country’s elections last month.

By Doctor Stop It Nov. 10, 2024

Letter to my people: Ngwena’s Botswana moment of truth

What ruling parties can learn from Botswana’s BDP defeat

ON Friday November 1 2024, the ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) was defeated in the national elections.

By Akol Nyok Akol Dok Nov. 8, 2024

What ruling parties can learn from Botswana’s BDP defeat

Botswana’s recent election: A beacon of democracy, resilience

As a Zimbabwean woman, observing Botswana’s democratic maturity brings both hope and reflection on how democracy can shape a family’s life.

By Grace Chirenje Nov. 8, 2024

Botswana’s recent election: A beacon of democracy, resilience

Editorial Comment: Lessons for Zimbabwe from Bostwana

Former president Robert Mugabe in 2008 decided to hang on to power even after he was defeated by the late Morgan Tsvangirai in presidential elections.

By The Standard Nov. 3, 2024

Editorial Comment: Lessons for Zimbabwe from Bostwana

Bots opposition poll victory charms Chamisa

Masisi’s party has been in power for almost six decades until the recent defeat by Boko.

By Takudzwa Munemo Nov. 2, 2024

Bots opposition poll victory charms Chamisa

Botswana's ruling party loses election, ending 58-year rule

The opposition coalition Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) was leading, putting its leader, lawyer Duma Boko, on track to win the presidency. Boko has not yet publicly spoken.

By Reuters Nov. 1, 2024