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Botswana’s ruling party loses election; Mokgweetsi Masisi concedes defeat to Duma Boko

  • November 1, 2024
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The Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), in power since Botswana’s independence in 1966, has lost its long-held rule as President Mokgweetsi Masisi conceded defeat on Friday to opposition leader Duma Boko. The Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC), led by Boko, surged ahead in this week’s election, marking a significant political shift. Preliminary results showed the UDC […]