Botswana Gazette Aug 02 24
Cabinet Reshuffle Looms After Primaries:
Serame, Moagi likely to stay put LETLHOGILE MPUANG President Mokgweetsi Masisi is said to be considering a cabinet ...
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- The Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) seeks a fifth term under President Mokgweetsi Masisi despite economic challenges from declining diamond demand.
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