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Africa-Press – Botswana. <\/strong><\/span>The Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) has pointed a finger at the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) for allegedly being responsible for proliferation of land squatters across the country through the government\u2019s inability to effectively manage the nation\u2019s land affairs, especially where the poor are concerned.<\/b><\/p>\n

According to UDC spokesman Moeti Mohwasa, the situation in Mogoditshane where hundreds of peoples are facing eviction is a reflection of the BDP\u2019s failure and endemic corruption.<\/p>\n

Desperate act <\/b><\/p>\n

\u201cSquatting is a desperate act by the impoverished population who lack proper housing,\u201d he said in a brief interview. \u201cMeanwhile, members of the ruling class continue to accumulate vast amounts of land in prime areas.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is the stark contrast between those in power and disadvantaged citizens struggling to find a place to call home.\u201d<\/p>\n

Mohwasa charged that some individuals facing eviction have land certificates issued by the very same land board that is now evicting them.<\/p>\n

Integrity <\/b><\/p>\n

\u201cThis raises questions about the integrity of the officials working within these land boards, many of whom are members of the ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP),\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf you recall well, we did warn that politicisation of land board posts was a grave mistake. We warned that it would breed corruption. We are now witnessing the consequences firsthand.<\/p>\n

\u201cIs it not interesting that while evictions resulting from alleged illegal land transactions are taking place, the officials who facilitated these transactions continue to hold their positions without any consequences?\u201d<\/p>\n

The UDC spokesman called for urgent action to address this issue and emphasised the need for accountability and transparency within the land management system.<\/p>\n

The rights of the poor <\/b><\/p>\n

As the debate surrounding land squatters intensifies, Mohwasa said the opposition will keep pushing for reforms and safeguards to protect the rights of the poor and marginalised.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe need to address the root causes of the issue and prioritise fair land distribution as well as provide affordable housing solutions for those in need,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Botswana. The Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) has pointed a finger at the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) for allegedly being responsible for proliferation of land squatters across the country through the government\u2019s inability to effectively manage the nation\u2019s land affairs, especially where the poor are concerned. 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