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Botswana elections: Ruling party aims to maintain 58-year grip on power | Elections Update


Botswana is gearing up for a general election where President Mokgweetsi Masisi and his ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) are seeking another term. Despite facing slow economic growth due to declining demand for diamonds, the BDP remains the favorite against a divided opposition, led by the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC).
The country, known for its stability, has been struggling with economic challenges, including high unemployment rates. The BDP has promised to diversify the economy by exploring new revenue streams such as processing mineral resources and developing agriculture and tourism sectors.
Voters have expressed concerns about issues such as employment and wage structures, with many hoping for a new direction for Botswana. President Masisi, who came to power in 2018, has negotiated better deals in the diamond industry to increase the country’s share, but has also faced a decrease in diamond sales.
Opponents of the BDP have criticized the party for being in power for too long and have accused it of economic mismanagement and corruption. The UDC, one of the main challengers, has pledged to increase the minimum wage if elected.
As Botswana braces for the election results that will shape its future, voters are eager to see how the country will navigate its economic challenges and strive for a better future for its people.

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