1987 Botswana electoral reform referendum

A referendum on electoral reform was held in Botswana on 27 October 1987, the first time a referendum had been held in the country. The proposal involved the creation of the post of Supervisor of Elections, which would be appointed by the government. The referendum was passed with 78.1% of voters in favour.Botswana Referenda African Elections Database

Following the referendum, the next general elections, held in 1989, were boycotted by the Botswana National Front because the reforms did not provide for an independent electoral commission.Botswana: 1987 Referendum EISA The changes were reversed following another referendum in 1997.

Results ChoiceVotes%For45,22778.1Against12,68121.9Invalid/blank votes –Total57,908100Registered voters/turnout Source: African Elections Database

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