Zanu PF battles for influence amid Sadc-wide poll crises

In Botswana, Duma Boko of the Umbrella for Democratic Change stormed to power, ending the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP)’s 50-year stranglehold on power.
By Tinashe Kairiza and Tinofara Chiwanza Dec. 20, 2024

Botswana opposition petitions Zim over plot to rig polls

The developments come a few days after Botswana’s former President Ian Khama warned citizens of a plot to rig that country’s elections with the assistance of Zanu PF.
By Silas Nkala Oct. 26, 2024

Khama warns Botswana of Zanu PF rigging

Khama, who is campaigning for Butale, told supporters at a rally over the alleged plot to rig the elections set for October 30 this year on behalf of President Mokgweetsi Masisi.
By Silas Nkala Oct. 21, 2024

Khama: Only change in Zim is country’s name

We, in Botswana for a long time thought that we were immune from what we have seen in some parts of the continent.
By In Conversation With Trevor Apr. 16, 2023

Why I spoke out on Zim: Khama

In a recent interview with Alpha Media Holdings chairman Trevor Ncube on the platform In Conversation with Trevor, Khama said he has always believed in democracy.
By Donald Nyandoro Apr. 11, 2023

Botswana denies plot to kill ex-leader Ian Khama

In a statement on Tuesday, communication permanent secretary William Sentshebeng dismissed Mr Khama's allegation as "outrageous and unfortunate".
By Bbc News Mar. 29, 2023

Warrant of arrest issued against former Botswana President Ian Khama

This relates to illegal firearms possession, and Khama has previously stated that this is part of political persecution.
By Sabcnews Dec. 29, 2022