Botswana Republican Party

Botswana Republican Party
PresidentBiggie Butale
Founded14 November 2023; 2 years ago (2023-11-14)
Split fromBotswana Patriotic Front
IdeologyChristian democracy
Social conservatism
Political positionCentre-right to right-wing
National Assembly
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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.

Electoral history

National Assembly

Election Party leader Votes % Seats +/– Position Result
2024 Biggie Butale 3,212 0.38%
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 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. 1 2 "Botswana elections: Meet the parties". The Africa Report. 9 October 2024. Retrieved 2 November 2024.