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Published on 2024-02-21 10:43:35
President Mokgweetsi Masisi is set to announce Boitumelo Gofhamodimo as his nominated candidate for the vacant seat of Specially Elected Member of Parliament (SEMP) in Parliament on Wednesday. Gofhamodimo will replace Phildah Kereng, who has been appointed as Botswana’s Ambassador to Nigeria. President Masisi informed the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) parliamentary caucus on Tuesday of Gofhamodimo as Kereng’s replacement.
This nomination has come as a surprise to several MPs of the ruling BDP, as they say they were surprised by the nomination due to her little-known status in the country’s political circles. Many are speculating that she is likely to become a cabinet minister, despite her relative obscurity.
“We know little about her but we hear that she is from the Nata-Gweta constituency,” said one MP. It is reported that she has also expressed interest in running in BDP primary elections in the same constituency.
Gofhamodimo’s nomination has sparked discussions among MPs, with some questioning her political experience and qualifications for the position. It has also brought attention to the potential for her to make a significant impact in politics, despite her current lack of visibility.
The news of Gofhamodimo’s nomination has created a buzz within the political sphere, with many eager to learn more about her and her plans for the Nata-Gweta constituency. Her sudden rise to prominence within the BDP has raised questions about her background, qualifications, and potential role within the party.
Some MPs have expressed concerns about the lack of information available about Gofhamodimo, while others have speculated about her future within the party and the potential for her to take on a larger role. Her nomination has sparked curiosity and debate among members of the ruling party, as they grapple with the implications and significance of her sudden introduction to the political arena.
As President Masisi prepares to announce Gofhamodimo as his nominated candidate, the BDP and the country as a whole await further details about her background, qualifications, and political ambitions. Her nomination has brought new energy and interest to the Nata-Gweta constituency, and many are eager to see what she will bring to the table as a potential cabinet minister and representative for the area.
The announcement of Boitumelo Gofhamodimo as the nominated candidate for Specially Elected Member of Parliament has generated excitement, curiosity, and discussion among members of the BDP and the wider political community. Her entry into the political sphere has raised questions, sparked debates, and ignited interest in her potential as a future leader within the party and the country. As her nomination becomes official, all eyes will be on Gofhamodimo and her plans for the future.
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