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Opposition boycotts intelligence bill debate
Saleshando argued that Minister for Justice, Defence and Security, Phandu Skelemani, briefed the ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) MPs on his proposed amendments. The opposition was not given time to look at them. He said that Skelemani called...
BAME PIET
Staff Writer 31 July 2007
BNF: The beginning of the end
Definitely the results have not helped the image of the main opposition party. The BNF has only itself to blame for allowing the 'hang-over' from its controversial Molepolole congress to affect its campaigns. Reports from Mmopane suggest that only...
RYDER GABATHUSE
Staff Writer 31 July 2007
HIV prevalence reduces, but still high
This year's sentinel surveillance survey also said it recorded the highest sample size ever used and the lowest exclusion rate in surveys done in Botswana. However, the report, sponsored by the Ministry of Health, National Aids Coordinating Agency...
Monkagedi Gaotlhobogwe
Correspondent 31 July 2007
BCP first off the blocks in Tswapong by-election
Though the date for the election has not yet been announced, the BCP started its campaigns on Sunday, says a party official Nzwaligwa Nzwaligwa The party has already identified a candidate for the seat, which fell vacant after the death of BDP...
ONALENNA MODIKWA
Staff Writer 31 July 2007
'Front' announces primaries
Another important decision that came out of last Friday's Central Committee meeting was to appoint a five-person disciplinary committee chaired by Lemogang Ntime. The other members are Mejus Bome, Tshiamo Rantao, Sonny Bathobakae and Kentse...
BASHI LETSIDIDI 31 July 2007
The best and brightest fanatics
Doctors and engineers, after all, are professionals. They are well-off, well-established members of society, not marginal figures whom we might expect to be drawn to desperate acts of violence. Moreover, they come from a scientific background, and...
Taner Edis 31 July 2007
Man imprisoned for sexually molesting daughter
The said when he learnt that the complainant was only eight years old, he asked her to tell him what had transpired and not what other people told her to say. "There was nothing on her face or body that showed that she was physically mature for...
Patricia Maganu
Staff Writer 31 July 2007
Of children and afternoon festivals
Although the children's show was poorly attended, the handful who braved the morning chill enjoyed a fun-filled day. For younger children, there were jumping castles not far from the stage where they could play under the watchful eyes of their...
GASEBALWE SERETSE
Staff Writer 31 July 2007
Lusaka prepares for SADC heads of state summit
Last March, Zambia's Foreign Affairs Minister Mundia Sikatana told SADC executive secretary Thomaz Salomao in Lusaka that when Zambia assumes the chairmanship of the regional grouping, Zimbabwe will be placed at the top of the agenda. As a result of...
HUMPHREY NKONDE
Correspondent 31 July 2007
Mogae to open Zambia's premier fair
The first show was held in 1919 and, with the exception of 1921, 1941 to 1946 and 1966, has been held every year thereafter. It moved to its permanent home at the showgrounds in Lusaka in 1951. The ACSC view it as a mirror reflecting Zambia's...
31 July 2007
ABN ends backing for Barclays bid
It said it would ensure "a level playing field" between the bidders.The move is a blow to Barclays whose previous support from ABN's board was seen as a crucial factor in helping it to overcome the higher RBS bid. Barclays' shares fell nearly one...
31 July 2007
Winds of change are nigh
We take this opportunity to congratulate the BCP upon its victory. We believe it proves that the party is growing across the country and it is seriously working on building on its growth. That is indeed laudable. The opposition faces more constraints...
EDITOR 31 July 2007
An African icon
The two of us were fond of quoting lines that inspired us, from Julius Caesar: "The fault, dear Brutus is not in the stars, but in ourselves that we are underlings..." CODESA negotiations were going well and comrades were speculating Chris'...
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MICHAEL DINGAKE 31 July 2007
BNF: Beginning of the end
Through the weekend results in the Mmopane by-election, the BCP has sent a clear message that the so called old parties, especially the BNF, can no longer afford to ignore its importance in the political arena of this country. The BCP has also...
31 July 2007
Bravo! Cde Phage
Although he was a newcomer to politics, he possessed the pre-requisite qualities of a people's leader, a very good communicator, desire to learn, accessible and extremely humorous though occasionally spiced with unpalatables. By nature, the man is...
31 July 2007
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31 July 2007
United States of Africa? You gotta be kidding
Gaddafi denounced the African Union as an ineffective and useless organization. For once, I agree with him.But he can go hang! There is so much talk, mainly from Gaddafi himself, about establishing a 'United States of Africa' and Gaddafi dreams of...
* Tanonoka Joseph Whande 31 July 2007
Current school fees policy ill-advised
We cannot have a one-size-fits-all solution on financing of social services, hence I would have to examine the evidence for and against paying for other social services and come to a reasoned conclusion. In the meantime, let me state that I...
Dr Kathleen Letshabo* 31 July 2007
Populism is a threat to development discourse: A rebuttal
He sees himself as a person in authority and power who controls public discourse on development issues. Those who hold an opposing view are deemed mindless populists, demons of intellectual laziness and dishonesty and reckless. He is the one who is...
Dr. K. Nthomang 31 July 2007
Masire's wisdom wasted
During his reign Botswana maintained and cemented its political stability and internationally envied economic advancement that was heralded as one of the greatest episodes in the development of the entire Third World bloc. When Masire announced his...
Kenneth Dipholo 31 July 2007
We deserved bronze medals -Tafa
The Karate team amassed five medals-four bronze and a silver - a performance far below their 2003 feat, where they got two gold medals, thanks to Thabiso Maretlwaneng and Andrew Dobolo in men's individual kumite. The medals were achieved...
MONKAGEDI GAOTLHOBOGWE
Correspondent 31 July 2007
Botswana dominates African cricket body
Speaking to Mmegi Sport yesterday, he said that Botswana will get more recognition because it now has two officials at ACA. He added that the development will help the growth of cricket in Botswana. He said the fact that Botswana has got the majority...
BOITUMELO KHUTSAFALO
Staff Writer 31 July 2007
How the Zebras' stars fared against Angola
Modiri Marumo- 9Captain fantastic! Marumo once again led by example and made three daring saves inside 90 minutes to keep Angola at bay. His confidence was evident as he stood tall during the penalty shoot-out to save two shots from Belmiro Pereira...
31 July 2007
Is Seabelo's Gabs-Jo'burg permit legal?
In his decision, Justice Maruping Dibotelo stated: "The second respondent (the director of transport) is ordered and directed not to re-issue any P-permit or short term permit with regard to the said route to Seabelo Express or its nominee or agent...
CHANDAPIWA BAPUTAKI
Staff Writer 01 August 2007
Soldier on fraud charge
The 31-year-old soldier based at Donga camp in Francistown, Onalethata Motley Thapelo was not asked to plead. He was granted bail. According to the prosecution, Thapelo, between November 2002 and January 2004, at the government revenue office, with...
Oarabile Mosikare
Correspondent 01 August 2007
Crime syndicates exist in Botswana - minister
Skelemani was answering a question from the Member of Parliament for Palapye, Boyce Sebetela in Parliament yesterday. Sebetela had asked the minister to brief the House on the problem of organised crime in Botswana and what special measures are being...
STAFF WRITER 01 August 2007
Another pay cheque for Czypionka!
The government will pop out P140 946.30, about US$ 22 770.00 for Czypionka's services for the month starting 23rd July to 22nd August. According to the Government Gazette, the economic consultant and member of the Business and Economic...
Staff Writer 01 August 2007
Gaborone and Mogalakwe in BNF mush
It is reported that when the Gaborone delegation tried to address BNF members at the ward, Mogalakwe managed to woo party members out of the hall where the meeting was convened. Sources say the delegates were left to address empty chairs when party...
OLIVER MODISE
Staff Writer 01 August 2007
SADC ministers discuss Lesotho, DRC and Zimbabwe
Botswana was represented by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Lt General Mompati Merafhe. The two ministerial meetings discussed the political situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Zimbabwe, and...
01 August 2007
NBB loses Multichoice appeal
In a judgement written by Lord Coulsfield JA, the NBB's appeal was dismissed with costs, including the costs of senior counsel. In his ruling, corroborated by two other presiding High Court judges, Judge president Patrick Tebutt and Judge of Appeal...
MONKAGEDI GAOTLHOBOGWE
Correspondent 01 August 2007
Botswana launches hi-tech waste technology
CRC managing director Baz Khedheyer said the technology using a machine called the Converter transforms syringes, needles, medications, bandages, surgical gloves, vials, bottles, food waste or any clinical waste to a state where they can be...
THATO CHWAANE
Staff Writer 01 August 2007
Fly-by-night estate agents out - REIB chief
President of the Real Estate Institute of Botswana (REIB) Montshwari Mooketsi made the charge when addressing the Mooketsi revealed that some members connive with dubious agents to defraud the public. He warned that REIB members who paid unregistered...
LEKOPANYE MOOKETSI
Correspondent 01 August 2007
Union queries change of court date
The registrar at the industrial court has shifted the Union case from today to the end of October, it has been revealed. The Union leadership, which is also going around the country to hear worker's grievances, held a media briefing in Gaborone...
OLIVER MODISE
Staff Writer 01 August 2007
BATLA recommends land use reforms
Participants agreed that in order to reduce incidences of conflict over land ownership under ALDEP III. Confirmation of land ownership should come from the relevant authority and not Dikgosi in the case of tribal land, they said. They also resolved...
ONALENNA MODIKWA
Staff Writer 01 August 2007
Agriculture needs government boost
Media reports indicate that Moroka called for the commercialisation of agriculture when speaking at the just ended Gantsi agriculture show. It should be encouraging for Batswana to get counselling on how the country's neglected and collapsing...
EDITOR 01 August 2007
I seek audience with the media and Batswana
For a party that seeks to portray itself as an alternative to the BDP, the ineptitude and uninspiring leadership style of its leader betrays the image of the party. Throughout recent debates on issues of national concern, silence has been the...
01 August 2007
We create government looters - P21 million losses our own fault
In reality every Motswana must be thankful that in this case we at least know where the money is going. In most cases we are clueless as to how much an ordinary taxpayer gets ripped-off. It is true that Batswana were swindled out of P21 million...
01 August 2007
Two free lunches for P3,900.00
Well, to bring a speaker all the way from Manchester is not cheap and the symposium deserved my support. I prepared a cheque for P3,900 and sent off the application form for the two-day symposium. Most people checked in on time and, unlike other...
01 August 2007
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01 August 2007
New life beckons for young Dikomang
The 18-year-old last month grabbed the first ever Pop Stars Botswana award. Despite uncertainties, organisers promised the world on Botswana Television (Btv), that the winner would record a pop music album, which is to be marketed and...
MOGOMOTSI MOLOI
Correspondent 01 August 2007
Vee goes for a song in F/town
Botswana's Kwasa/kwaito sensation, Vee aka Odirile Sento would kick himself in frustration were he to know that a song by Exodus, in which he prominently features, is contained in a DVD and CD that are selling for a mere P6 at an electronic shop...
GALE NGAKANE
Correspondent 01 August 2007
Lead actress checks in at Marina
The filming of Mma-Ramotswe suffered a setback when the lead actress was bed-ridden, according to unit publicist Joy Sapieka. Scott spent a few days at Princess Marina after a chest infection last Thursday, forcing her to temporarily...
MONKAGEDI GAOTLHOBOGWE
Correspondent 01 August 2007
Neighbours envy Botswana's sports success
"One country wanted to visit us over the long holidays. Our neighbours have observed that over the last 10 years, Botswana sports performance has been improving and they want to know what it is that we are doing right that they are doing wrong....
MONKAGEDI GAOTLHOBOGWE
Correspondent 01 August 2007
ECCO beef up squad
ECCO manager Mothusi Madikwe said they finally got Selapa's blue book from his former club FC Palapye after numerous attempts. Since making his debut in the Under-23 side in April, the custodian has been on the wanted list of several Premier League...
MOGOMOTSI MOLOI
Correspondent 01 August 2007
Young Zebras to play in Francistown
The Botswana Football Association (BFA) Francistown region is organising a select Under-23 side to play the Young Zebras in a bid to raise funds to pay outstanding allowances for referees. The game is also meant to bring the national football stars...
MOGOMOTSI MOLOI
Correspondent 01 August 2007
Moeng urges sports unity
Pheto said it was through the close relationship and hard work by stakeholders that sport continues to scale the heights. He said that although there are a variety of factors that contribute to a better sports performance in Botswana, he attributed...
MOSAH MOKGANEDI
Correspondent 01 August 2007
Botswana players qualify for ITF second round
In the girls' category, Katlego Gouwe and Koketso Leshope both made the nation proud when they posted good performances to reach the second round. Gouwe defeated South Africa's Menateau Moolman 6-0, 6-4 to set a date with another South African...
BOITUMELO KHUTSAFALO
Staff writer 01 August 2007
Botswana is ready for BPO - experts
"Botswana is ready to get agents on the go by giving them basic competencies rather than one to three years of research," said Colin Caitens, a development partner at UK-based Academy of Excellence. "The Accenture study came to the same conclusion...
STAFF WRITER 01 August 2007
Botswana's mining boom boosts BBS fortunes
BBS Head of Corporate Affairs Sipho Showa says in a statement that the bank achieved a record profit of P58 million during the financial year ended March 2007, which is an increase of 88 percent over the previous financial year's profit of P31...
01 August 2007
Take the MDGs to OP - consultant
For Botswana, the MDGs would be better placed at the Office of the President..Addressing a two-day seminar in the outskirts of Gaborone for Botswana's needs assessment and costing exercise for achieving the MDGs, UNDP's Senior Policy Advisor Gana...
01 August 2007
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