Botswana Democratic Party

political party, Botswana
Also known as: BDP, Bechuanaland Democratic Party

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history of Botswana

  • Botswana
    In history of Botswana: Advance to independence

    …(BDP; later known as the Botswana Democratic Party)—led by Khama—was founded in 1962.

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  • Botswana
    In Botswana: Political process

    The Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) was the ruling party from independence in 1966 until 2024, when it was defeated by the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) coalition. The BDP’s long history of majorities in elections were based on rural support; opposition parties have drawn their strength…

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