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Councillor Calls For A Barrier-free Society

Speaking at the end of a sponsored walk to raise funds for the Botswana Society for People Living with Disabilities in Kanye on Saturday, the deputy chairperson of the local branch of the organisation said time was ripe for everyone to act and put an...

Chippa Legodimo
Correspondent 29 October 2007

Kgari Sechele Endorses Pule's 2005 Verdict

The case was heard on Tuesday. Speaking in an interview, the day after the second wife lost her appeal heard at the Gabane main Kgotla, Khumoetsile Selaledi(67) said she was not excited by her victory because the home and all in it are her heritage...

Arnold Letsholo
Correspondent 29 October 2007

CDC Doctors Overwhelmed By Patients

Dr Kabamba Ilunga said last week that they are overwhelmed as they cover 48 health facilities in an area with an estimated population of 167, 000. Briefing journalists touring the Infectious Disease Care Clinic (IDCC), Ilunga compared that number to...

Thato Chwaane
Staff Writer 29 October 2007

BMWU Happy With BCL Management

During a consultative meeting with Selebi-Phikwe West Member of Parliament (MP) Kavis Kario, branch chairman Bob Malele said the relationship is cordial and should enhance communication between the two parties. He praised Joseph Lisindi, Divisional...

Onalenna Modikwa
Staff Writer 29 October 2007

Magama Encourages Residents To Use Government Schemes

The MP encouraged the youth to apply for Young Farmers Fund (YFF) at Citizen Entrepreneurial Agency (CEDA) to earn a living and create employment for other youths who are roaming the streets. "The maximum loan from CEDA for YFF is half a million with...

Tumelo Setshogo
Correspondent 29 October 2007

Peace Is Good For BCL And The Union

This is good news for both the union and mine management. There have been strained relations between the two parties over a long period of time and the losers were the workers. The disagreements between the union and mine management ended up...

EDITOR 29 October 2007

The Winners Code

Often, they also come in the form of interdicts directing people on what not to do. The interdicts or commandments of success are a set of principles that the truly successful, and those that aspire to be successful observe and live by. Today we...

GEORGE CHINGARANDE 29 October 2007

Issues In Education

Maru-a-Pula Secondary School and other schools have rainwater catchment systems in place. More is being done to promote recycling of glass, paper, cardboard and plastics at schools. There is also an awareness of the need to save energy through...

D. MOLEFE
O. PANSIRI and
S. WEEKS 29 October 2007

Etcetera II

even though, at this very moment, I haven't the first idea as to the sort of subject matter which should logically follow. But let that sort itself out whilst I put you in the picture. I rang someone at their office the other day. The lady on the...

SANDY GRANT 29 October 2007

HEALTH CORNER

Thus, after this trauma there is an abnormal function (dysfunction) of the normal defense system, which results in certain symptoms. The symptoms are produced in three different ways: Re-experiencing the trauma, Persistent avoidance and Increased...

DEBASHISH GANGOPADHYAY 29 October 2007

We Do Not Have Any Land

The population of the people was increasing and posing a threat to the ecosystem. Basarwa were hunting for commercial purposes and many more other reasons were given by those who are for relocation (government's version of the story). Contrary to...

29 October 2007

Defilement: A Cause For Concern

To some people, this is one of the indicators of a wave of moral decay that has hit the country. For others, however, it is just unfortunate abuse of male power. This is the issue or disease of defilement that is steadily but surely manifesting...

Dan Mosekaphofu
Correspondent 29 October 2007

The BNF Is Good At Destroying Itself

I indicated that the effects of the BNF special congress will prove horrible in regard to the existence of the BNF, as opposed to the assertion by the two BNF factions that the BNF is more united after the special congress. The fact of the matter is...

29 October 2007

Batswana Rooted For SA In Rugby World Cup

As an American student living in Botswana, I am indeed an outsider to the complex relationship among Botswana, South Africa, and Great Britain. On one hand, I am disadvantaged, because I probably lack an awareness of certain subtleties in the three...

29 October 2007

Billboard 29.10.07

29 October 2007

Cartoon 29.10.07

29 October 2007

Food For The Soul

This will be the last of the series on cancer. Concluding on this very difficult and painful subject, I thought I should also talk about other substances in our environment that may contribute to cancer. This is precisely where food safety becomes a...

BOITSHEPO GIYOSE 29 October 2007

Talking Musika

In reading it, I will be keen to find out how the policy accounts for the transition of wholly owned state enterprises such as the government information services into public enterprises. That is, organisations owned and controlled jointly by...

RAMPHOLO MOLEFHE 29 October 2007

Jazz Maestro Ditches Wayward Civilian Backers

During a recent festival, Lister displayed his new all-military ensemble. But Lister explained that it is not that he does not want to work with civilians. He said he has teamed up with his military colleagues because he spends most of his...

Lekopanye Mooketsi
Correspondent 29 October 2007

Shanti-Lo Back In Swing Of Things

But his show nearly failed to live up to expectations may be due to the chilly weather that night. Even the club itself was not so crowded, as it is usually the case on Friday nights. Revellers only started trickling in after...

Lekopanye Mooketsi
Correspondent 29 October 2007

Out To Lunch

First of all, if the question is whether women can manage or not, my response is a resounding yes. Many women are in leadership positions in the social and domestic arenas, and they are able to lead their children and families to academic and...

SHAMEELA WINSTON 29 October 2007

Barclays Increases Amount Available From ATMs

"The new limits mean that customers will benefit from (an) improved service in terms of convenience (and) reduction of queues in banking halls," the bank's head of Corporate Affairs Esther Norris said in a statement released late Friday. The...

29 October 2007

Youth Drag Feet In Election Registration

"My main worry is the low turn out of youth who are dragging their feet to come forward. We had campaigns before the exercise started," said Mmoloke. She revealed that they intend to hold more workshops to encourage young people to register in the...

Tumelo Setshogo
Correspondent 29 October 2007

Barclays To Re Open 'New-Look' G-Sun Prestige Branch

The over-a-cup-of-coffee service branch has been undergoing refurbishment to meet the bank's customer growth and maintain its competitive edge in the market. The bank's Head of Corporate Affairs Esther Norris said in a statement on ...

29 October 2007

Unemployment Threatens Attainment Of MDGs - Merafhe

Speaking at the celebration of the 62nd birthday of the United Nations Organisation in Lentsweletau last Thursday, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Mompati Merafhe, said a raft of factors would impede Botswana's move...

Business Reporter 29 October 2007

Swallows Coach Lambasts BNSC, BFA

Kanye Swallows netball coach Lesego Leaketsa did not mince his words at the launch of a sponsorship from Mico Motors to Kanye Swallows last week. Leaketsa said that BNSC was not supposed to be running the 'Re Ba Bona Ha' youth programme ...

Chippa Legodimo
Correspondent 29 October 2007

JB Sports Sponsors Volleyball

The tournament that will feature both men and women kicks off over the weekend where four teams from each category will qualify for the semi-finals. The winner in both categories will walk away with P3, 800. All in all, 16 men's and 10 women's...

Mosah Mokganedi
Correspondent 29 October 2007

BFA, Media Agree To Work As Team

The forum was held at Lekidi Football Centre next to the National Stadium in Gaborone with FIFA Development officer, Ashford Mamelodi as the facilitator. The two parties agreed that relations between them should improve and that there is urgent need...

Boitumelo Khutsafalo
Staff Writer 29 October 2007

Chiefs, Santos In An Exciting Draw

Chiefs remain at the top of the Premier League with 15 points from seven games while Santos are second with 13 points. Despite the game being played under the wet conditions for the entire 90 minutes, this did dampen the spirits of the two sides as...

Tshepo Molwane
Staff Writer 29 October 2007

BDF XI Continue To Fire Blanks

Since the season started, BDF XI have been pathetic in front of goal and have consequently managed to find the back of the net only twice in six games so far. Sadly for the soldiers-dominated side their key strikers Edwin Kamwimba and System Mubi...

Tshepo Molwane
Staff Writer 29 October 2007

African Safari At Its Best

An African Safari is a must in everyone's lifetime and to book a safari is not a difficult process, provided your wallet permits. You must just decide to go. There are a lot of Safari lodges to choose from in South Africa ranging from camping in...

Chandapiwa Baputaki
Staff Writer 29 October 2007

UB Cleaning Company Accused Of Abuse

According to the employees, the director of the company, Limakatso Charakupa told them that if they are not happy with the way she has been dealing with them they can pack their bags and leave. Pleading not to be identified, the workers indicated...

Chandapiwa Baputaki
Staff Writer 29 October 2007

The Plight Of A Vendor

Even her children are aware of the occupational hazards that their mother is faced with but life has to go on. Papatso's predicament is that she is an unlicensed vendor at the Gaborone West mall and this has got her into trouble with the...

Lekopanye Mooketsi
Correspondent 29 October 2007

Modipane Predicts Death Of Bogosi

Modipane informed his constituents about the Bogosi Bill that is before the National Assembly. He said youthful Dikgosi in the likes of Tawana Moremi have left the institution to pursue other interests. "I also don't think Kgafela Kgafela will take...

Tumelo Setshogo
Correspondent 29 October 2007

Ndebo Mbuya Ready For Print In Simpler Version

Ndebo Mbuya was first published in 1999 under the Kalanga Bible Translation Project (KBTP) and after some feedback from stakeholders, the translators realised that they had to revise the book to simplify the language. KBTP manuscript examiner...

Patricia Maganu
Staff Writer 29 October 2007

I Won't Be Intimidated - Raletobana

That is why, he said, he has information about his constituency at his fingertips. He has made a lot of progress in addressing land problems. Land is a burning issue in Kweneng District. "I was with the Kweneng landboard chairperson and secretary...

Arnold Letsholo
Correspondent 29 October 2007

BNF members lobby for Mogalakwe

Party sources say the group, which consists of a number of BNF members across the country, wants to tour party structures campaigning for Mogalakwe's reinstatement.An insider says the group hopes to convince the general membership across the country...

TSHIRELETSO MOTLOGELWA
Staff Writer 30 October 2007

Local artists deserve better pay - Molebatsi

Molebatsi revealed to a stunned audience how a local promoter, who happens to be an artist as well, approached the department with a proposal to bring in a foreign/group for close to P10, 000 as compared to P8, 000 for local artists. He pointed...

SIDNEY BAITSILE
Correspondent 30 October 2007

Pula in mixed trading

The pula has been behaving in opposite directions against the rand and the US dollar for some time now. Analysts believe the trend is set to continue, particularly on the back of the continued fall of the greenback against most major...

BRIAN BENZA
Staff Writer 30 October 2007

Standardcelebrates 110 years in Botswana

Speaking at the launch of the bank's Smart Credit Cards at Phakalane Golf Resort last week, Cutting said 2007 turned out to be a great for the bank. The launch of the smart card was scheduled to coincide with the 110th anniversary celebrations of...

LEKOPANYE MOOKETSI
Correspondent 30 October 2007

Police officers have lost the plot

This is because those people who have been entrusted with the duty of protecting Batswana and their property, that is the police service, do not seem to be concerned when victims are media practitioners. As a matter of fact, whenever a journalist...

EDITOR 30 October 2007

The value of radio talk shows

The talk shows can achieve much to enlighten the public; they are invaluable in promoting democracy and disseminating information. Current political issues need to be explained and debated dispassionately on radio and television forums by...

30 October 2007

Cartoon 30.10.07

30 October 2007

Tamba proves his mettle

Tamba was one of the players who moved from cash-strapped TAFIC to join the current champions and has already won the hearts of ECCO City supporters with his scintillating performances. On Sunday, he did not only score two brilliant goals but...

BOITUMELO KHUTSAFALO
Staff Writer 30 October 2007

Gunners, Comets waste chances

The two sides' Lobatse weekend affair proved just how difficult it is for their strikers to score goals even when the net is yawning and goalkeepers beaten hands down. The man who led Comets' charge last season, Ringo Rankgomo has left to join...

CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Correspondent 30 October 2007

Marudu wins BCL Ladies' Golf Open

On Saturday, Marudu finished the day ahead by three strokes then maintained the gap until the last hole when she allowed Paul back into play. Cornie, from Gaborone Golf Club, got four while Marudu had a score of seven on the last hole to level...

KENNETH BANDA
Correspondent 30 October 2007

Trucking an HIV factor in the Chobe - Coordinator

Bokole said in an interview in Palapye that in the sentinel surveillance conducted on people with sexually transmitted diseases and pregnant women in 2003, Chobe had a 47 percent prevalence rate. At 42 last year, the sentinel surveillance...

THATO CHWAANE
Staff Writer 30 October 2007

DPP wants Daisy Loo case expedited

This has raised speculation that the state wants the case concluded before Vice-President Ian Khama becomes president in March. Former employees of the Gaborone City Council (GCC) Frank Molaletsi (Principal Technical Assistant), Gilbert...

OLIVER MODISE
Staff Writer 30 October 2007

Otsheleng buried

He collapsed at a meeting last Monday where he met officials from Yarona and Duma Fm in an effort to put together transmission facilities for the three independent radio stations that are about to go nationwide. Speaker after speaker at the...

30 October 2007

Local government union trains shop stewards

BLLAWU publicity secretary, Ishmael William disclosed that the unions have been lecturing their shop stewards during weekends since October 20. The lecturers, William said, have started with Gaborone, Tlokweng, Mochudi, Molepolole and...

OARABILE MOSIKARE
Correspondent 30 October 2007

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