Also known as: Mr Saleshando · Mr Dumelang Saleshando · Opposition Leader Dumelang Saleshando · Leader of the Opposition Dumelang Saleshando
Leader of Opposition and president of the Botswana Congress Party, contesting electoral reform and parliamentary accountability.
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Mmegi
… Mosedame dismissed assertions that Lucas and his team had approached Unity Dow to challenge party president Dumelang Saleshando. …
BCP faces unprecedented internal riftThe Botswana Gazette
… SESUPO RANTSIMAKO Government has finally yielded to mounting pressure from Leader of Opposition Dumelang Saleshando, granting him access to review the controversial presidential helicopter procurement contract after…
P1BN CHOPPER PROBE BEGINSDuring a parliamentary response, Minister Mohwasa revealed that the government will establish an independent special team—rather than relying on existing investigative bodies—to act on findings from a forensic audit commissioned to expose corruption over the last decade.
20 August 2026 · Mmegi →
During a parliamentary response, Minister Mohwasa revealed that the government will establish an independent special team—rather than relying on existing investigative bodies—to act on findings from a forensic audit commissioned to expose corruption over the last decade.
20 August 2026 · Mmegi →
Leader of Opposition Dumelang Saleshando has challenged the UDC's narrative on the Electoral Amendment Bill, contending that the reform process began shortly after the 2024 general elections rather than being rushed after the All-Party Conference.
19 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Lawmakers including Maun West MP Caterpillar Hikuama and Opposition Leader Dumelang Saleshando have raised concerns about the Speaker's office delaying processing of urgent questions, motions, and correspondence, with Hikuama accusing the speakership of obstructing agreed communication channels and Saleshando citing delayed responses that diminish urgency before Parliament can address issues.
18 August 2026 · Weekend Post →
MPs rejected a proposal by Leader of the Opposition Dumelang Saleshando for transparent ballot boxes and decentralized vote counting, prompting the Botswana Congress Party to stage a walkout. Saleshando has argued that such changes are essential to boost public trust in the election process and minimize disputes during counting.
18 August 2026 · Weekend Post →
A new documentary film, "Batho Ba Metsi: A Journey to Meet the People of the Water," directed by Moabi Mogorosi, features the lives, resilience, challenges and traditions of people living in the Okavango Delta. The filmmaker said the project aims to preserve Botswana's heritage and give voice to the delta's residents, with plans to air the film on National Geographic and at film festivals.
5 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Opposition Leader Dumelang Saleshando and Speaker Dithapelo Keorapetse have clashed over a proposed Bill to scrap constituency allowances for the President, Speaker, and Specially Elected MPs.
27 July 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Dr. Unity Dow, a former High Court judge and human rights advocate, was elected Vice President of the Botswana Congress Party at its elective congress in Mogoditshane during the President's Holidays in 2026, defeating Taolo Lucas by 100 votes (942 to 842). The close result and factional divisions within the party underscore ongoing tensions between competing leadership camps.
27 July 2026 · Weekend Post →
Dumelang Saleshando, president of the Botswana Congress Party, has asserted his readiness and capability to lead the party into the 2029 General Election, putting to rest doubts about his health.
27 July 2026 · Weekend Post →
The University of Botswana will name one of its buildings after the Kengalogile family, who donated land for the establishment of the Okavango Research Institute. The pledge recognises the family's philanthropic contribution and their belief in education as an enduring investment.
27 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
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 →
BCP president Dumelang Saleshando opened the party's elective congress, emphasising that it occurs amid significant erosion of purchasing power and calls for practical solutions to socio-economic challenges including rising cost of living, unemployment, and declining household incomes. The congress drew regional political delegates and opposition leaders from across Southern Africa.
20 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The Botswana Congress Party will hold an elective congress over the long weekend (July 18–21) at Mogoditshane Senior Secondary School to elect office bearers for six positions. Party leader Dumelang Saleshando's seat will not be challenged, but contested races include the vice presidency race between Dr Unity Dow and incumbent Taolo Lucas, and the chairperson position with three candidates.
16 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The Speaker of the National Assembly and Leader of Opposition hailed Botswana's inaugural official opening of Parliament's Legislative business as an institutional statement that the legislature should be a co-equal and operationally independent branch of government, not subordinate to the Executive.
14 July 2026 · Mmegi →
At the opening of the Third Meeting of the Second Session of the 13th Parliament, Leader of Opposition Dumelang Saleshando called for strengthening Parliament to ensure it becomes inclusive and reflects the vital role that both government and opposition play in democracy. He urged the Speaker and Clerk to ensure every parliamentary process inspired trust and treated all members equally.
14 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
President Duma Boko, speaking at Sir Seretse Khama Day commemoration, called on Batswana to draw inspiration from the founding president's vision, humility and commitment to democracy, describing his policies on non-racialism, education, economic management and political tolerance as foundational to modern Botswana.
2 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The use of Botswana's presidential aircraft OK1 to transport Lesotho's Prime Minister has drawn criticism amid government spending concerns. President Boko described it as normal regional assistance, but opposition leader Dumelang Saleshando characterized the deployment as abuse of state resources given the country's fiscal strain.
22 June 2026 · Mmegi →
Residents of Goroku in Maun North have raised concerns over a sewage-contaminated area near their settlement, stating it has become a hotspot for crime, human-wildlife conflict, and potential health risks. The concerns were raised at a kgotla meeting with the Member of Parliament for Maun North, where residents appealed for urgent government intervention over wastewater discharged into a forested area that has drawn elephants and other wild animals, contaminated livestock water supplies, and provided cover for livestock theft.
8 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Musician and attorney Nchunga Nchunga has released "Re tla mo gopola" (We will remember him), a tribute single to the late former president Dr Festus Mogae, recorded in Setswana, Herero, Ndebele, English and Sesubiya. Nchunga said he composed the song to celebrate Mogae's legacy, particularly his leadership in the fight against HIV/AIDS, and released it before the burial so Batswana could enjoy it as they celebrated the former president's life.
1 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Taolo Lucas, Botswana Congress Party vice presidential candidate, has reportedly won the support of at least six Members of Parliament in his campaign against Unity Dow, Member of Parliament for Kgatleng West. The Lucas campaign is targeting additional influential party figures as it seeks to strengthen its position ahead of the elective congress.
5 May 2026 · Weekend Post →
The Botswana Congress Party is formally engaging the Speaker of the National Assembly over the underperformance of parliamentary committees, noting that several committees did not meet regularly during the past financial year, which the party says has hampered Parliament's constitutional role in scrutinizing government activities and holding the Executive accountable.
5 May 2026 · Weekend Post →
The BCP, traditionally known as a disciplined party that managed internal competition privately, is experiencing unprecedented public conflict as members clash openly and organised factions formally campaign ahead of the party's July elective conference in Mogoditshane. Party observers have raised concerns about whether the Central Committee can contain the situation.
4 May 2026 · Mmegi →
Government has granted Opposition Leader Dumelang Saleshando access to review the controversial P1 billion presidential helicopter procurement contract, after months of pressure, delays, and disputes.
2 May 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →