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2029 General Elections

2026-07-062026-10-27

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  1. October 2026
  2. Mmegi

    … t even helps us to strengthen structures as BCP,” he said at a media briefing on Tuesday at Travel Lodge following their triumph in Sefhophe by-election.“That alone clearly shows that the BCP is growing, and there is no doubt that we will [be ready for] the 2029 General Elections …

    BCP builds momentum ahead of 2029 polls
  3. July 2026
  4. The Botswana Gazette

    The BCP has elected a new central committee to steer the party towards the 2029 General Elections, with Dumelang Saleshando retaining the presidency and Dr Unity Dow emerging as his deputy GAZETTE REPORTER The Botswana Congress Party (BCP) has ushered in a new central committee t …

    BCP Ushers in New Leadership for 2029
  5. Botswana Sunday Standard

    … This system has reportedly already been developed and is undergoing extensive testing ahead of its planned deployment for the 2029 General Elections. …

    Electoral transparency, credibility, and the dark shadow of the EVM in Botswana

Yesterday

  1. BCP claims growth despite losing three recent by-elections

    The Botswana Congress Party reported increased voter numbers compared to the last General Election, despite losing three by-elections, with party president Dumelang Saleshando stating the figures demonstrate party growth and strengthened grassroots structures ahead of the 2029 polls.

    19 hours ago · Mmegi →

Sunday 26 July

  1. BCP elects new leadership with Saleshando retaining presidency

    The Botswana Congress Party has elected a new central committee ahead of the 2029 General Elections, with Dumelang Saleshando retaining the presidency and Dr Unity Dow as his deputy.

    26 July 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →

Monday 6 July

  1. IEC rolling out digital election reforms for 2029 elections

    The Independent Electoral Commission is implementing technology-driven reforms including a new Elections Management System to modernize voter registration, manage data more efficiently, and eliminate administrative errors ahead of the 2029 General Elections.

    6 July 2026 · Botswana Sunday Standard →

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