Botswana opposition wins election in historic turnaround
Outgoing President Mokgweetsi Masisi conceded defeat in Wednesday's general election and said his administration would begin handing over the reins of government in the next few days.
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Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) supporters hold banners showcasing the party's presidential candidate Duma Boko as they dance during a campaign rally in Gaborone on October 26, 2024, ahead of Botswana's upcoming general election. (AFP photos)
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Botswana's opposition Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) has won a majority in parliament and can form the next government, the electoral commission announced Friday, marking a historic defeat