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.[1][2] The Africa Report described the party as having "Christian conservative leanings as Butale, a pastor, opposes homosexuality and the legalisation of abortion".[3] They participated in the 2024 Botswana general election, which was their first.[3]

Electoral history

National Assembly

Election Party leader Votes % Seats +/– Position Result
2024 Biggie Butale 3,212 0.38%
0 / 61
 New Increase 5th Extra-parliamentary

References

  1. ^ Ramatiti, Ketumile (8 November 2023). "Khama/BPF splinter party formed". Weekend Post. Retrieved 14 December 2023.
  2. ^ "Botswana Republican Party Unveils Vision for a Democratic and Prosperous Future". Botswana Guardian. 16 November 2023. Retrieved 25 December 2023.
  3. ^ a b "Botswana elections: Meet the parties". The Africa Report. 9 October 2024. Retrieved 2 November 2024.
Allikas: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Botswana_Republican_Party
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