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Mogae gets new jet
"The bulk of the proposed amount for the BDF will go towards the maintenance of equipment; and construction and improvement of facilities, such as housing. More housing and other facilities will be required to reduce shortages and cater for the...
BAME PIET
Staff Writer 06 February 2007
Drama as Mothei angers petitioners
The increasingly irate crowd had to be calmed down by Emang Bagwebi committee members as the two officials remained indoors. When he finally emerged, Mothei, who was controversially re-elected mayor some two weeks back, told the vendors that he was...
TSHIRELETSO MOTLOGELWA
Staff Writer 06 February 2007
Diamond prices nose-dive
He, however, said that Debswana Mining Company improved its operational efficiency and productivity. The minister further announced that DiamonEx (Pty) Ltd (Botswana) has been issued a licence to mine diamonds near Lerala in the Central District and...
BAME PIET
Staff Writer 06 February 2007
Nasha slams Moupo's Leadership
She dismissed Moupo, charging that despite his pre-election campaign promise that he would strengthen the opposition's role in Parliament, he has instead weakened it. Nasha warned Hatsalatladi residents to shun the BNF because it lacks direction. "I...
TUDUETSO SETSIBA
Staff Writer 06 February 2007
Airport hoax man gets bail
In addition, he will report to the police every two weeks. The prosecution led by Sergeant Patrick Mogobye did not oppose bail and the trial date has been set for February 15 when the state will call four witnesses. The 22-year-old Hinze from...
GORDON KEMBLEY
Correspondent 06 February 2007
Samochima fish syndicate thrives despite the odds
Samochima is a 16-member collaboration that has come up with Boiteko Fisherman's Syndicate. Kakuru Disho, the syndicate's chairperson explained that before the fishermen came together, they relied on mekoro (dugout canoes) to fish, and...
THATO CHWAANE
Staff Writer 06 February 2007
FCC not providing transport for needy students - parents
The parents claim that they had made the FCC aware of their situation before the start of the school year. "Since the beginning of the year, I'm a regular at social workers office at Leseding Hall in Tatitown as I inquire about the availability of...
OARABILE MOSIKARE
Correspondent 06 February 2007
A day in the life of a Zimbabwean
Evidence Moyo is a 27-year-old young man. He is light and could easily pass for a Motswana because of his complexion. When he left Harare's Mabvuka Location on January 22, he was so energised and ecstatic that he would never again eke out a living...
GASEBALWE SERETSE
Correspondent 06 February 2007
Shirley follows Don B to Dalom Music
The visually impaired Botshelo had already captured disco fans' imagination with his humorous track and it was clear the potential was there; all that was needed was someone to guide his talent in the right direction. As fate would have it, his rise...
CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Correspondent 06 February 2007
Franco funds Dr.Vom's album launch
"He is the one who came up with the idea of the launch and he offered to sponsor the event," said an elated Mogocha. "He has already invited some 35 artistes for the launch of the project including the likes of Odirile Vee Sento, Jeff Matheatau,...
MONKAGEDI GAOTLHOBOGWE
Correspondent 06 February 2007
BACK STAGE
Withnail and I is a very English rite de passage that in the United Kingdom is recognized as one of the best British films ever made and hailed as the "3rd greatest comedy film of all time". This is because most British humour is derivative and...
SASA MAJUMA 06 February 2007
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06 February 2007
Vee, Mapetla should not fall into 'rivalry' trap
Mapetla and Vee have captivated audiences around the country with their energetic and very creative performances. The two artistes perform the same musical genre although they borrow from quite different influences; Vee seems to have gone for more...
EDITOR 06 February 2007
AS I SEE IT
Minister Charles Tibone has been exculpated by his Permanent Secretary Dr Akolang Tombale. He states: "Everything was done above board and Minister Tibone was not personally involved in the handling of the transaction, within our Ministry, this was...
MICHAEL DINGAKE 06 February 2007
BCP rebukes BAM
In the above named story, it is not clear whether the words attributed to Mr. Taolo Lucas, Secretary General of the Botswana Congress Party BCP), were truly uttered by him or, as sometimes happens, have been quoted out of content. As Mr. Lucas has...
06 February 2007
What's good for them is also good for us
So there is this twisted logic that says us locals are to be condemned to servitude. We must just work for aliens, then spend our money in their businesses and be happy. Now our government, whether by design or unwittingly so, is perpetuating this...
06 February 2007
We don't need people like Mothei in BNF
We know that Mothei is back in the GCC because he was nominated by the BDP but he has no right to pay back the BDP at the expense of 'His' party. His actions are uncalled for and I fully support his suspension, and to be honest I want him expelled....
06 February 2007
Implementation determines economic growth - Gaolathe
While presenting the 2007/08 surplus budget, Gaolathe said that lack of implementation is a 'major vexing issue' confronting the public sector. "With the implementation of such projects, we should significantly accelerate the growth of the economy,"...
STAFF WRITER 06 February 2007
Highlights of 2007/08 budget
Below, we look at the major highlights of what is in store for Batswana in the budget for financial year 2007/08. l In a development that will see taxpayers smiling, Gaolathe did not introduce any tax proposals. He premised his argument on the fact...
06 February 2007
KBL tohike wholesale prices
Thabiso Botlhole, the company's Communications Manager said that the increases in wholesale price would vary between brands and packs. However, Botlhole said he did not know when retailers would increase prices. "Because beverage prices in bottle...
06 February 2007
Brave Warriors warn Zebras
"It's not easy to get international friendly games and we're not here on a holiday but on business. I urge the supporters to come in numbers," said Namibian team manager Tim Isaacs. Initially, Namibia was supposed to travel to Algiers to take on...
TSHEPO MOLWANE
Staff Writer 06 February 2007
Seasoned boxer suffers elbow knock-out
The wound needed three stitches. Ramaboana progressed to the finals where Jwaneng's Thato Batshegi defeated him with an emphatic 5-0 score to become the 57kg champion. "I am disappointed because I was ready for the championship. I have always won...
ERNEST KELAPILE
Correspondent 06 February 2007
Has Khama failed?
In his latest cabinet reshuffle and expansion, President Festus Mogae appointed Daniel Kwelagobe as the second Minister of Presidential Affairs and Public Administration. Among other things, Kwelagobe will be responsible for implementation. After...
GIDEON NKALA
Staff Writer 07 February 2007
Tibone under fire
The MPs were debating a Bill, which was altered last year, to ratify an Agreement entered into between the Government of Botswana and the Nordic Investment Bank for the purpose of facilitating the financing, in part, of the electrification of 100...
BAME PIET
Staff Writer 07 February 2007
Okavango Delta must be preserved
She was addressing media representatives who were recently invited to tour the Okavango Delta and its surroundings during the World Wetlands Day commemoration at the Harry Oppenheimer Okavango Research Centre in Maun at the weekend. Malala said...
THATO CHWAANE
Staff Writer 07 February 2007
Budget fails new ministries
Although Minister Gaolathe tried to defend this apparent oversight, political commentator Keineetse Keineetse contends that though the reshuffle is the President's prerogative, the current situation is a sign of economic planning gone awry. "This...
TSHIRELETSO MOTLOGELWA
Staff Writer 07 February 2007
BAM, BCP showing signs of reconciliation
After failing to take verbal attacks from the BCP secretary general, Taolo Lucas, and publicity secretary, Dumelang Saleshando, the BAM northern regional committee has initiated a reconciliatory move. Smarts Shabani, BAM northern regional secretary,...
RYDER GABATHUSE
Staff Writer 07 February 2007
BNF to preach reconciliation in Gaborone
The party leadership successfully held a southern region meeting in Kanye where they and the general members talked reconciliation. The BNF is spreading the meetings to other regions. The BNF publicity secretary, Moeti Mohwasa, confirmed to Mmegi...
RYDER GABATHUSE
Staff Writer 07 February 2007
Drug patents and their implications on ARV therapy access
The company needed the patent decision so it could sell the drug at the same price as in developed nations, where it retails at more than ten times its cost in India. Novartis is challenging a specific provision in India's patent law that restricts...
07 February 2007
UB lecturer wins US fellowship
Dr Tirelo Modie-Moroka, a Department of Social Work senior lecturer, was among more than 140 applicants from Eastern and Southern Africa. The fellowship will enable her to undertake research on "Intimate partner violence, substance abuse and HIV...
Staff Writer 07 February 2007
Handbag snatcher jailed 10 years
"You have to understand that armed robbery is a harsh crime, which carries a minimum of 10 years in prison," the magistrate said before handing down the sentence. Hanoonga further said that she had taken into account the fact that Bashi was a first...
PATRICIA MAGANU
Correspondent 07 February 2007
Unionist rejects govt pay hike
Maenge said government often fails to attract foreign investors on the pretext that Botswana labour is too expensive but this is not true because many workers earn less than what can sustain them. He predicted that prices of goods will increase in...
ONALENNA MODIKWA
Staff Writer 07 February 2007
Exercising decreases risk of diabetes, boosts life
The study included 23,283 adults across the United States. Morrato and her team discovered that people with the least risk of developing type 2 diabetes were more likely to be physically active than those at high risk or who already had diabetes. It...
LAURI KUBUITSILE
Correspondent 07 February 2007
DJ Sid revisits his yesteryear music project
He funded the project from his own pocket and he said he had to sell some of his possessions to ensure that the album was completed. Driven by his passion for rap music, DJ Sid put together a group of secondary school boys to record a project that...
MONKAGEDI GAOTLHOBOGWE
Correspondent 07 February 2007
Versatile Mogojwa releases second gospel album
While her popularity has not reached its highest yet, her immense talent in music cannot be ignored either. She is Maureen Thato Mogojwa, the young woman who has had an undying love for music since childhood. Mogojwa started involvement in music...
MAUREEN ODUBENG
Staff Writer 07 February 2007
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07 February 2007
New presidential jet is not a priority
Like most budget speeches, this year's delivery has generated mixed reactions. As a surplus budget, other people hail it while others say it will not do much to lift the living standards of many Batswana. In the din of all these discussions, we take...
EDITOR 07 February 2007
Winning the Peace
Everywhere, politicians, generals, and even diplomats talk of military strategies and maneuvers, but everywhere something utterly different is needed. Stability will come only when economic opportunities exist, when a bulging generation of young men...
Jeffrey D. Sachs* 07 February 2007
Comment on the CKGR Judgement
The first issue is 'The Role Played By the Media in the Legal System'. Most people learnt much about the CKGR case and followed it through because of the presence of media reports and updates on the case. At this level, it is clear that the media...
07 February 2007
Budget elicits mixed reactions
The executive chairman for Pula Holdings 'Kagiso Mmusi' said that government should come up with a committee that will oversee project implementation. "The theme is realistic. It is disheartening that year after year government spends on...
KABO MOKGOABONE
Staff Writer 07 February 2007
BOCONGO to host budget discussion today
Several people interested in budget issues are expected to converge at Boipuso Hall, where the organisation has organised a post budget panel discussion. The organisation's executive secretary, Baboloki Tlale said they would reflect on, and analyse...
STAFF WRITER 07 February 2007
Making a living from old tyres
Twenty-six year old Tshepo Keeditse, is one youth, who has used his creativity to make a decent living for himself. Keeditse is the owner of Bosungwasha Investments. He said he struggled to make something of his life until the idea of making use...
PATRICIA MAGANU
Correspondent 07 February 2007
Zebras conquer Brave Warriors
The game was played under rainy conditions but this did not dampen the spirits of the players. The first clear chance of the game came in the 19th minute when Zebras' marksman Onalethata Tshekiso's effort was blocked by goalkeeper, Abibai...
TSHEPO MOLWANE
Staff Writer 07 February 2007
Tamirepi blames new signings
Tamirepi conceded that the new players failed to rise to the occasion in the game and this proved disastrous. The Zimbabwean coach fielded players like Tamocha Bedi and Zimbabwean Robert Tamba for the first time together with attacking midfielder...
MOGOMOTSI MOLOI
Correspondent 07 February 2007
Stone Breakers deny suspending coach
" He informed us that he has personal problems back home in Zimbabwe and we could not deny him his right to attend to family matters," said Gabalaolwe. Reports say that the coach was served with a suspension letter last week following the club's...
MOGOMOTSI MOLOI
Correspondent 07 February 2007
Of Christians, halaal and kosher foods
In the meantime, Jews will not eat anything that is not kosher, i.e. food that "satisfies the requirements of Jewish law." They have their own way of slaughtering animals for food. Meat and milk must not be cooked or consumed together, and separate...
*Tanonoka Joseph Whande 07 February 2007
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