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General Election

2026-06-022026-10-27

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  1. October 2026
  2. Mmegi

    … She is a Member of Parliament for Kgatleng West and one of only three women to win constituency seats in the 2024 General Election. …

    I am unable not to get involved-Dow
  3. June 2026
  4. Weekend Post

    Though the next General Election remains three years away, political tensions in Selebi-Phikwe East are already escalating. …

    Mohwasa vs. BCP: The battle for Selebi-Phikwe East takes shape
Politics

Activist Dow explains drive to contest BCP vice presidency

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In an interview at her home near Gaborone, prominent activist Dow reflects on her involvement in the legal case that made her name known internationally, her decision to contest for BCP vice president, and her tendency to step into every space where she believes she can contribute, saying "I am unable not to get involved if I believe I have an opinion or something to contribute."

22 October 2026 · Mmegi →

Thursday 22 October

  1. Activist Dow explains drive to contest BCP vice presidency

    In an interview at her home near Gaborone, prominent activist Dow reflects on her involvement in the legal case that made her name known internationally, her decision to contest for BCP vice president, and her tendency to step into every space where she believes she can contribute, saying "I am unable not to get involved if I believe I have an opinion or something to contribute."

    22 October 2026 · Mmegi →

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Political tensions rise in Selebi-Phikwe East ahead of 2029 election

    Political activity from the UDC and BCP in Selebi-Phikwe East signals the early stages of a fiercely contested 2029 election race, with tensions already escalating three years before the general election.

    2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →

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