Also known as: UDC · UDC government
United Democratic Coalition — Botswana's ruling coalition government formed by multiple affiliate parties including BNF, AP, and BPP, leading administration since 2024 election.
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Mmegi
Speaking during a press conference held at Tsholetsa House in Gaborone on Tuesday, Balopi said the UDC government has failed to meet the expectations of Batswana since assuming office following the 2024 General Election. …
Balopi delves into UDC ‘doubtful’ governanceMmegi
… The sharp contrast between the BCP leadership that will come in on July 21 and the UDC government should be anticipated. …
We are ready to save Botswana - BCPAt a BPP leadership forum in Francistown, Molapise said the party's participation in the UDC remains critical, and that all affiliate parties should evaluate their contribution to the coalition, recommend policy changes, and review policies that are not delivering for citizens while maintaining their own organisational strength and political identity.
27 July 2026 · Mmegi →
At a BPP leadership forum in Francistown, Molapise said the party's participation in the UDC remains critical, and that all affiliate parties should evaluate their contribution to the coalition, recommend policy changes, and review policies that are not delivering for citizens while maintaining their own organisational strength and political identity.
27 July 2026 · Mmegi →
A growing petition against Botswana's private healthcare taxation is challenging President Duma Boko's pledges on affordable healthcare and human rights, with campaigners warning the policy could reduce medical care affordability.
19 July 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
The Botswana National Front, Alliance for Progressives and Botswana People's Party plan to hold policy fora during the holiday period to scrutinise existing policies, debate their relevance and recommend changes. The discussions align with the UDC-led government's intention to review laws and regulations it believes hinder economic growth and public service delivery.
17 July 2026 · Mmegi →
The Botswana National Front, Alliance for Progressives, and Botswana People's Party plan to hold policy fora during the holiday period to scrutinise existing policies and recommend changes. The discussions align with the UDC-led government's stated intention to review laws and regulations it believes hinder economic growth.
17 July 2026 · Mmegi →
A fellow MP praises Minister Kelebeng for bringing youthful energy to Parliament and the sport and arts fraternity, crediting him with sponsoring three Bills including the Cinematography Bill, and overseeing the successful hosting of the World Relays. Kelebeng and his colleague met during opposition student activism at the University of Botswana.
7 July 2026 · Mmegi →
At a press conference, Balopi said the UDC government has failed to meet citizens' expectations since the 2024 election, with particular frustration over challenges in health and agriculture sectors. He contended the government has not adequately addressed public concerns about healthcare access and livestock farmers' welfare.
6 July 2026 · Mmegi →
The Alliance for the Future (AP), a UDC affiliate party, plans to hold a policy forum this month where members will review existing policies, assess their alignment with the UDC's policy agenda and Purple Vision, and hear presentations from AP ministers on sectoral policies.
3 July 2026 · Mmegi →
BPP secretary-general Mmatlha Sankoloba said the UDC's clean sweep of all by-elections held since assuming power demonstrates citizen confidence in the coalition government, countering narratives that Batswana have lost faith despite economic and socio-economic challenges.
29 June 2026 · Mmegi →
In the Tati by-election, the UDC won with 335 votes while the BDP came second with 299 votes. BDP Secretary General Kentse Rammidi said the party sees the result as a sign of gradual revival and rejected claims that the BDP has become politically irrelevant.
23 June 2026 · Mmegi →
In a by-election, the UDC candidate won 335 votes (37.6%) in Tati Siding, defeating the BDP's 299 votes (33.5%) and increasing the coalition's winning margin from one vote in the 2024 general election to 36 votes. The UDC gained 14 additional votes compared with the general election, demonstrating stronger voter confidence.
23 June 2026 · Mmegi →
Leadership wrangles have intensified following the removal of former council chairperson Kabo Ketshogile, triggering legal action. A BPF member has taken PDC and the Ministry of Local Government to court to challenge the minister's endorsement of Ketshogile as PDC chairperson, citing a dispute over councillor voting.
22 June 2026 · Mmegi →
Gaborone City Council Mayor Oarabile Motlaleng postponed council proceedings for 14 days over disagreements about his official speech, exposing deepening fractures within council operations and raising questions about leadership coordination and internal political cohesion.
19 June 2026 · Mmegi →
Minister for State President, Defence and Security Moeti Mohwasa has dismissed claims that a long-term political scheme aims to position him as the future Vice President, saying the claims are meant to divide the UDC.
4 June 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Politician Tshere was re-elected with 73% of the vote and a 58-percentage-point margin of victory, the highest vote share and margin attained by a non-BDP candidate in Botswana's electoral history. The UDC recorded a substantial 21-percentage-point increase in its vote share compared to the 2019 election.
3 June 2026 · Mmegi →
BCP vice president Taolo Lucas told a rally in Selebi-Phikwe East that voting for the UDC had been a mistake, arguing the coalition failed to meet expectations and is struggling to govern effectively, and that the BCP's departure from the coalition has been validated by subsequent developments.
2 June 2026 · Mmegi →
The Tati Siding North ward proved highly competitive in the 2024 General Election, with the UDC winning by just one vote (321) over the BDP (320), followed by the BCP (283) and BRP (211), indicating no clear favourite for the upcoming by-election.
2 June 2026 · Mmegi →
The Botswana Congress Party will hold Executive Leadership elections in 51 days to prepare for the 2029 general elections, with the incoming leadership expected to contrast sharply with the current UDC government.
29 May 2026 · Mmegi →
The UDC held a well-attended rally on Saturday to strengthen the ruling coalition's presence ahead of the 2029 General Election, welcoming more than 50 new members and celebrating growing support in the area.
26 May 2026 · Mmegi →
At a rally in Selebi-Phikwe East, UDC leaders acknowledged difficulties facing the nation and committed to improving citizens' lives. An MP noted the party inherited an economy with depleted funds but said the focus is on transforming Botswana and creating opportunities.
26 May 2026 · Mmegi →
The Botswana Federation of Public Sector Unions has raised concerns over government silence on a controversial Facebook pseudo account known as "Happy Omang," alleging it has been used to harass politicians, union leaders and other public figures.
10 May 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Following closure of a budget meeting, a UDC figure said Parliament has a persistent attendance problem, with sessions adjourning due to lack of quorum on several occasions.
22 April 2026 · Mmegi →