Constructs, structures - artist’s welfare Maya Roze Dialogues  |  Maya Roze There is a lack of active legislative role or activity for artists, both genders, an ombudsman-like structure that ensures that all arts practitioners adhere to their roles. To what extent should organizations such as COSBOTS and BOMU be graded as being effective for them to be worthy? I am yet to m... Posted on: Friday, 31 August, 2012

Umbrella registration, BPP’s impending assimilation by BNF Crossroads   |  Lawrence Ookeditse Ok, I must say from the onset that the Botswana People’s Party (BPP) has a history in nationalistic politics that we all must respect. They are among the pioneers of political parties in Botswana and have been led by some great names in the history of our country. But that exactly is the problem for... Posted on: Friday, 31 August, 2012

Does ‘Muti’ really work? YoungManPal Uncut  |  Thuso Palai One thing that I will never understand is the use of muti in sport, especially in football. Although no team would openly or readily admit that they use muti, it does seem like most teams, some players and officials within certain teams do subscribe to the use of muti or juju; at least to some exten... Posted on: Tuesday, 28 August, 2012

The downside of technology On The Flipside  |  Keletso Thobega The advent of technology has been the pinnacle of a new social era. Technological communication has unleashed a world of excitement and possibility, as we are now an interconnected global village with easy access to each other and an array of information at our disposal. Posted on: Tuesday, 28 August, 2012

Constructs and structures – women Maya Roze Dialogues  |  Maya Roze I used to say I am not a feminist, defined as someone who gives their all to stand up for the rights of women. We live in a society that commonly views men as the superior gender. Feminists believe that women are as superior as men, or even more superior to men. Posted on: Friday, 24 August, 2012

Of spy ravens and BDF-DIS ‘quarrels’ Crossroads   |  Lawrence Ookeditse I will proceed on the assumption that indeed a quarrel occurred at the BDF and DIS over the use of the Raven unmanned aerial vehicle unbelievable as this is given the sheer lameness such a quarrel would show. Posted on: Friday, 24 August, 2012

It’s not Sebego, It’s the Constitution. Or is it? YoungManPal Uncut  |  Thuso Palai The past two weeks have been dominated by the rather harsh sounding decision to relegate Security Systems and Police XI to the lowest tier of the BFA structures, because of their failure to pay their affiliation fees to the mother body. Because of the team that this ruling favours, the newly instal... Posted on: Tuesday, 21 August, 2012

Banishing of traditional doctor from search Crossroads   |  Lawrence Ookeditse I have never been one of those who believed we could harness the power of the sorcerer to fly on brooms and needles to whatever destination we wish to. Neither have I been a great believer in the power of the traditional medicine man to effect great changes in the destiny of mankind, much as I have ... Posted on: Tuesday, 21 August, 2012

Distortion of "sex sells" On The Flipside  |  Keletso Thobega It’s often said that sex sells. This is probably true, as many people feed off fantasies of sexual pleasure and satisfaction. However, these perpetuated ideas of sexuality and sex are often overrated as they tend to be flawed, misinterpreted and at times, abused. Posted on: Monday, 20 August, 2012

What is the criteria for BOMU awards? Maya Roze Dialogues  |  Maya Roze The new pimped out Botswana Musicians Union (BOMU) has promised a more glamorous, organized music awards this year. After two years and some weird politics over leadership, I guess it is a good thing although I am still in the dark about what they are supposed to do, exactly, for me as an artist. Posted on: Monday, 20 August, 2012