The shame of public toilets Speaking of Which  |  Chekwane I woke up full of energy and yearning to write something different, something that will impact your life in a major way. That was until I took a detour to the john where I hoped to take care of business for a brief moment before going to the office. We all know how therapeutic moments in the loo can... Posted on: Monday, 14 May, 2012

What’s the fuss! Maya Roze Dialogues  |  Maya Roze A few years a go I attended a book seminar at the University of Botswana, where Bessie Head was being honoured – or something of the sort. All kinds of literary enthusiasts attended it and I even appeared on one of the newspapers holding a book. Posted on: Thursday, 10 May, 2012

Choppies must grow further, be more responsible Crossroads   |  Lawrence Ookeditse Choppies is perhaps the best example of a local business that has grown in huge proportions. It is the pride of Botswana especially in a sector that was for years dominated by South African companies. Posted on: Tuesday, 08 May, 2012

e-government: how are we doing? Tech Stuff  |  Phuthego Chere Last month or so, I attended the sixth annual e-GOVAFRICA at the GICC in Gaborone. The event was organized by the Commonwealth Telecommunications Organisation, whose mission is to provide the international community with effective means to help bridge the digital divide and achieve social and econo... Posted on: Tuesday, 08 May, 2012

The things we do for beauty On The Flipside  |  Keletso Thobega Beauty is an integral part of our daily life. Most people want to look presentable, attractive and stylish. This can come at a high price as people - particularly women - go to extreme measures to attain beauty. Posted on: Monday, 07 May, 2012

Ntuane: strange Leader of Opposition Ruffling Feathers  |  Kealeboga Dihutso Rumours that Botswana Movement for Democracy (BMD) Vice President Botsalo Ntuane could be headed back to the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) just will not go away. If anything, the rumours appear to be getting stronger. Posted on: Monday, 07 May, 2012

Spare a thought for Poor Old Stan YoungManPal Uncut  |  Thuso Palai It is often said that when two elephants fight, it is the grass that suffers. Well, that seems to be the case for National team coach Colonel Stanley Hunter Tshosane. Posted on: Monday, 07 May, 2012

Are workers living with HIV enjoying decent work and decent living? Talking HIV and Human Rights  |  Uyapo Ndadi Workers day, or May Day as it is known in some circles, came and passed. But the issues remain unresolved. The day was commemorated under the theme “A call for a living wage-a call for decent work and decent living’ and in Botswana, the national celebrations were held at Francistown. Posted on: Friday, 04 May, 2012

“Trust everybody, trust your wife” Speaking of Which  |  Chekwane I like Mompati Merafhe. I like any man who is not afraid to speak his mind. Posted on: Friday, 04 May, 2012

BFA at it again YoungManPal Uncut  |  Thuso Palai The Botswana Football Association (BFA) never ceases to amaze me. I have never come across an organisation that revels in controversy, opens itself up for criticism and never lets an opportunity to be criticised pass by. The association seems to enjoy attracting controversy and likes hogging the hea... Posted on: Tuesday, 01 May, 2012