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Macbeth, is a brave and loyal Scottish general. Throughout the play, Shakespeare skillfully portrays Macbeth’s inner conflict and struggle with mortality, while also exploring the themes of fate, loyalty and the dangers of unchecked ambition.This...

In the high-stakes game of politics, every moment counts, and the BPF must act swiftly to capitalise on the limited time it has to build support and momentum. Out of 61, the BPF which quit the opposition coalition, the Umbrella for Democratic Change...

Allegations of irregularities and suspicious circumstances, including the postponement of voting in certain areas, have led to concerns about the party’s commitment to fair and transparent elections.This situation creates further obstacles for the...

Takatokwane In a strategic move to appeal to younger voters, the BNF has nominated a youthful candidate Jacob Kelebeng for Takatokwane constituency.His success in the primary elections, where he received a large number of votes, suggests that his...

The call was made by Botswana Congress Party’s (BCP) Tebogo Dingake, on Friday at the party’s Women’s High Tea event held at the University of Botswana.She emphasised the importance of achieving a 50% representation of women in Parliament and...

BPP is one of the UDC affiliates, along with the Alliance for Progressives (AP) and the BNF.BNF members in Kgatleng East haven't been happy with the UDC's decision as Kgatleng East has been their stronghold and previously, they had produced...

While the party has planned a golf day today as a leisurely event, it may end up being a fraught affair when some aspiring candidates learn that they have not been selected. The moment of truth will undoubtedly bring surprises and disappointments for...

Masisi was unambiguous that the ruling party may be shedding off disloyal and unsavoury characters.“People should not be shocked when certain people are vetted out of contesting the primaries as the party wants to ensure that their candidates are...

The duo intends to present their case to the NEC and the party president this week, citing pressure from their constituents, The Monitor has learnt.They have expressed apprehension that leaving the coalition could harm the BPF’s prospects in the...

Over the weekend, Reatile made an announcement that they are going to contest the upcoming general eletions using the BPF symbol and that in other areas, they will compete with the UDC under a proposed pact model.The BPF prefers a pact model while...

This could lead to a chaotic campaign season with candidates rushing to prepare with little time ahead for protests should the primaries outcomes leave a trail of contentions in their wake. Mmegi has learnt that the ruling party’s central committee...

This decision was made by the party’s leadership, who are concerned that the current coalition arrangement is not working as intended. Some of the UDC affiliates include the Alliance for Progressives (AP), Botswana People’s Party (BPP), and...

The party leadership reckons they could outperform their partners in those areas and anticipates members returning after elections if they win. According to a source, some members see this plan as preferable to completely leaving the Umbrella...

Speaking at a press briefing on Sunday, he said the BPF will be using its own symbol in the 2024 General Election. Reatile said he was using BPF constitution clause article 20.6.4, which gives him the power to take certain decisions in the interest...

The two parties are now embroiled in a conflict over who should be the UDC's face in the upcoming general election.This issue has been a recurring theme within the UDC, as the coalition has struggled to maintain unity.The current conflict has the...