Botswana Republican Party | |
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President | Biggie Butale |
Founded | 14 November 2023; 13 months ago (2023-11-14) |
Split from | Botswana Patriotic Front |
Ideology | Christian democracy Social conservatism |
Political position | Centre-right to right-wing |
National Assembly | 0 / 57 |
The Botswana Republican Party (BRP) is a Christian-democratic political party in Botswana led by former Tati West MP, Biggie Butale. It was founded in 2023 as a result of a split from the Botswana Patriotic Front (BPF) following a prolonged leadership battle between Butale and the BPF. This battle ultimately led to Butale's expulsion from the BPF and the foundation of the BRP. The Africa Report described the party as having "Christian conservative leanings as Butale, a pastor, opposes homosexuality and the legalisation of abortion". They participated in the 2024 Botswana general election, which was their first.
Election results
National Assembly
Election | Party leader | Votes | % | Seats | +/– | Position | Result |
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2024 | Biggie Butale | 3,212 | 0.38% | 0 / 61 | New | 5th | Extra-parliamentary |
References
- Ramatiti, Ketumile (8 November 2023). "Khama/BPF splinter party formed". Weekend Post. Retrieved 14 December 2023.
- "Botswana Republican Party Unveils Vision for a Democratic and Prosperous Future". Botswana Guardian. 16 November 2023. Retrieved 25 December 2023.
- ^ "Botswana elections: Meet the parties". The Africa Report. 9 October 2024. Retrieved 2 November 2024.
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