BDP unapologetic about Palapye retreat, plans bold 2029 strategy

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🇿🇼 Published: 23 February 2026
📘 Source: Mmegi

During a press briefing on Wednesday, Balopi emphasised that the choice of the location was both symbolic and strategic. “Palapye, especially the Gammangwato area, has been the heart of the BDP for years. It is where many of our founders hail from, and that legacy is something we will never shy away from,” he said.

“This is an area where people have always taken immense pride in our history. Even in the past, opposition parties struggled to make inroads here, and it’s no different today,” he said. The BDP president further clarified that despite the party’s enduring relationship with the region, they remain open and inclusive, inviting former party presidents to the retreat.

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