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UDC retains Tatisiding North ward with 335 votes

The News

UDC candidate Keitumetse Tlhalerwa won the Tatisiding North Ward by-election on June 20 with 335 votes, increasing the party's margin from the 2024 general election when UDC won by one vote. The by-election followed the death of UDC Councillor Parkie Pius.

Why it matters

UDC strengthens opposition grip with by-election win in Tatisiding North, signalling continued political momentum.

13 hours ago · Daily News Botswana

Politics

  1. UDC retains Tatisiding North ward with 335 votes

    UDC candidate Keitumetse Tlhalerwa won the Tatisiding North Ward by-election on June 20 with 335 votes, increasing the party's margin from the 2024 general election when UDC won by one vote. The by-election followed the death of UDC Councillor Parkie Pius.

    13 hours ago · Daily News Botswana

Agriculture & Land

  1. FMD vaccine shortage disrupts North East cattle disease control

    Farmers in North East Zone 3C and Zone 6B are concerned that livestock sales could be affected after the Botswana Vaccine Institute ran out of Foot and Mouth Disease booster vaccines, leaving thousands of cattle with only partial immunisation.

    3 hours ago · The Botswana Gazette

Society

  1. Botswana grants citizenship to 64 refugees

    On World Refugee Day, 64 refugees received Botswana citizenship certificates at a ceremony in Dukwi. Minister of Labour and Home Affairs Major General Pius Mokgware urged the new citizens to integrate with locals and respect Botswana's laws.

    13 hours ago · Daily News Botswana

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