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Women Told To Demand Thorough Medical Check Ups
Presenting a lecture at the University of Botswana Library Auditorium, Professor Kiran Bhagat said that essential checks such as those of the eyes, chest, heart and lungs, which some doctors skip, should be done. Bhagat was speaking at the...
By Thato Chwaane
Staff Writer 03 December 2007
Non-State Actors To Be Involved In EPAs Talks-Moroka
In an interview with the Monitor Business, Minister Neo Moroka said it is the intention of government to engage the private sector as negotiations move into services, adding that government is spearheading the negotiations on behalf of non-state...
By Kabo Mokgoabone
Staff Writer 03 December 2007
EU To Scrap Levy On Botswana Beef
Under the Interim Economic Partnership Agreement (IEPA) signed recently, the eight percent levied on Botswana beef entering the EU under the Cotonou Agreement will be lifted. Under the new deal, which is compatible with the World Trade Organisation...
By Kabo Mokgoabone
Staff Writer 03 December 2007
I support Taiwan, Says BNF Legislator
He said that there are many examples of oppressed nations in Africa who are getting less attention as is the case with Taiwan. His belief is that Botswana is not benefiting anything from Mainland China and that she stands to benefit much from...
By Bame Piet
Staff Writer 03 December 2007
BCL Mine Repossesses Irrigation Farm
The mine had an agreement with the winning bidder for the off-take of six mega litres of wastewater a day for use at the 210 hectare irrigation farm. This was mainly intended to stop the discharge of mine waste-water into the Motloutse...
By Onalenna Modikwa
Staff Writer 03 December 2007
Only Half Of Orphans Are Registered
Masiela Trust Fund director Tselanngwe Matlhaku revealed this during a donation handover ceremony in Selebi-Phikwe on Friday. The Selebi-Phikwe Security Intelligence Services (SIS) donated P5, 000 to Masiela Trust. The cheque was handed over to...
By Kenneth Banda
Correspondent 03 December 2007
Palapye Development Trust Auction Averted
"I cannot say anything beyond that because there are still some internal issues going on. For now I can only confirm that there is no auction sale," says Lesetedi. NDB was scheduled to sell the land last Friday because the trust has failed to pay...
By Onalenna Modikwa
Staff Writer 03 December 2007
Moatlhodi Clashes With 'Khama's Man'
Olopeng is a retired soldier who quit the Botswana Defence Force (BDF) in 2000 to go into business. He is widely known as one of Khama's allies. Moatlhodi's remark has upset Olopeng who said it came as devastating news especially that Khama...
By Oliver Modise
Staff Writer 03 December 2007
Cllr, Stepfather Arrested After Boy's Death
The politician and the boy's stepfather Steve Phenyego were remanded for 14 days after they appeared briefly before a magistrate on Friday. They were arrested after the grisly discovery of the charred remains suspected by the police to be those of...
By Ryder Gabathuse
Staff Writer 03 December 2007
Departing MP Weeps In Parliament
In his farewell speech, he said he would remain mindful of the great distinction and responsibility the public office requires, especially representing of people. "I sincerely regret that, on account of circumstances that have subsequently arisen, I...
By Bame Piet
Staff Writer 03 December 2007
Food For The Soul
Sometimes I wish, just for the heck of it, I could line a whole bunch of people and subject them to a thorough nutritional assessment. This would include taking their weights and heights, calculating their body mass indices, doing skin fold...
BOITSHEPO GIYOSE 03 December 2007
Little Angels Have Their Day On Stage
It was a great day for the school, parents, graduates and the community at large. Members of the community and guests converged at the school to witness the colourful ceremony. One of the highlights was when the graduands, in gowns, went to...
By Lekopanye Mooketsi
Correspondent 03 December 2007
Talking Musica
Musicians and artists in general tend to speak contemptuously about democratic process. Yet, the greatest part of their work - at least the serious ones - is often a critique of the processes of governance. Fela became an enemy of the state...
RAMPHOLO MOLEFHE 03 December 2007
Sound Of Hope Concert Fails The Test
The organisers had said they were planning to make it an annual event but after the first disappointment, they might struggle to find sponsors for the next edition. Although one can never be sure of things in the tricky world of entertainment, the...
By Chippa Legodimo
Correspondent 03 December 2007
Masire Recalls His Challenges In Office
In his memoirs Very Foolish or Very Brave, Masire says there was a big difference in how Mogae worked as compared to his predecessor, Phillip Steenkamp. "Every morning and evening, Steenkamp would go through a few things of which he wanted to...
By Lekopanye Mooketsi
Correspondent 03 December 2007
HEALTH CORNER
What role does it play in addiction? A number of specialists in the addiction field see addiction as a response to stress or anxiety that has no avenue for solution. With this in mind, a major key to successfully dealing with and halting addiction,...
DEBASHISH GANGOPADHYAY 03 December 2007
Etcetera II
It must have been because he saw this system as experiencing some degree of tension that, in his State of the Nation address, the President emphasised how the government, comprising the executive, the legislature and the judiciary, actually works....
SANDY GRANT 03 December 2007
Issues In Education
In the past and before rapid urbanisation and the tremendous growth of the propertied classes, parents or guardians would send their children to the lands and cattle post when the holidays came. In these modern times youth who have successfully...
D. MOLEFE
O. PANSIRI and
S. WEEKS 03 December 2007
The Winners Code
Beyond this point man operates as he was always meant to operate, with no limitations and impossibilities. This is the proverbial point of no return, beyond which humans become unstoppable. This is the focus of our attention in this article, but...
GEORGE CHINGARANDE 03 December 2007
England Might Not Qualify For 2010 World Cup
The loss was so devastating and the Football Association sacked their national team manager, Steve McClaren. Perhaps it was a good move perhaps not, who knows England's loss poses a huge threat to our country's Botswana plans for 2010. Few weeks...
03 December 2007
No To Sodomy And Other Sexual Ills
The inference that can be drawn is that the BDP, by abiding to the constitutional dictate on presidential terms, has yet to develop impudence and an aversion for the nation's will and desire. Furthermore, this demonstrates its positive outlook...
03 December 2007
Masitara Fight The Good Fight
Some high-ranking members of our society view Masitara as a threat instead of an asset. The Philanthropist and pioneer businessman faced a rape trial that was thrown out of court. Within a week after the end of his trial, he stood for the ruling BDP...
03 December 2007
Fuel Prices Increased
This adjustment, announced on Saturday, follows the last price increase on July 1. Government says the hike is due to the increase in the price of crude oil in the international markets. Prices for the period under review have been fluctuating around...
03 December 2007
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03 December 2007
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03 December 2007
Rollers To Face The Music?
The official wore the t-shirt and sat on the Rollers' bench during the recent 3-1 loss to Extension Gunners at the National Stadium. The official is a medic at the club. Rollers have been barred from wearing Orange branded t-shirts by the DC because...
By Tshepo Molwane
Staff Writer 03 December 2007
Standard Explains Soccer Incentives
The bank pledged to support the team this year during the Sasol tournament in South Africa and All-Africa Games qualifiers. The Bank's Head of Corporate Affairs Thabi Letsunyane said they were attracted by the team's good performance. "The...
By Khonani Ontebetse
Correspondent 03 December 2007
Namibian Coach Dissatisfied Despite Win
She admitted that her side played badly though it registered a resounding win. She attributed the poor performance by both Botswana and Namibia to the fact that the match had to be replayed on Saturday after it was washed off by rain on Friday....
By Mosah Mokganedi
Correspondent 03 December 2007
Rampant Chiefs March On
The win keeps Chiefs at the top of the log and maintains their unbeaten record while Nico stays put at the basement. Even though Chiefs walked away with maximum points, they were a lacklustre display and benefited from Nico goalkeeper, Chrispen...
By Kenneth Banda
Correspondent 03 December 2007
Rollers Suffer Again
After an embarrassing 3-1 loss to Extension Gunners the previous weekend, Rollers' supporters came to the Saturday's game hoping that their side will redeem itself. But it was never to be, as the players wasted numerous chances to donate three points...
By Tshepo Molwane
Staff Writer 03 December 2007
Test, test, test for HIV
Though at the time, the disease was not taken seriously, it grew into the pandemic that it is today. Government has since paid serious attention to the disease as evidenced by the amount of money set aside every year to fight the it. Some projects...
EDITOR 03 December 2007
No Cure For AIDS - Bothate Warns
He said these people were misleading the public. He gave an example of an incident in Francistown in which ARV drugs believed to be of members of the congregation were found dumped in the bush. He said such churches should be de-registered for...
By Thato Chwaane
Staff Writer 03 December 2007
Cllrs Heap Praises On BCL Boss
Botshabelo West Councillor, Koos Mashaba, said unlike before, the government no longer bails out the BCL. Mashaba said Mphathi deserves a pat on the back for being the first local manager to make the mine self- sustaining and very profitable. He...
By Onalenna Modikwa
Staff Writer 03 December 2007
OUT TO LUNCH
In other words, the more senior or complex the job, and the larger the organisation, the more rigorous the selection process. So, this article is not meant for the seasoned recruitment professionals who only begin the process after a job analysis...
SHAMEELA WINSTON 03 December 2007
EASSY Project Reaches Financial Close
EASSy is an initiative sponsored by 25 telecommunications operators, most of which are African. The project will construct and operate a submarine fibre-optic cable along the east coast of Africa that will run for 10,000 kilometers from the...
03 December 2007
Oxfam Warns Africa About EU Trade Deal
The institution feared that the move would at the same time expose vulnerable African farmers and fledgling industries to unfair - often subsidised - competition from Europe, said Luis Morago, head of Oxfam's EU Advocacy Office. The call was made...
03 December 2007
Health food truths
There is now a whole industry of such products, as well as health foods classified as "natural," "organic," and "functional." But are these foods really better for you? In the United States, "organic" has a precise meaning established by the US...
MARION NESTLE 04 December 2007
Tsvangirai is in town
Tsavingirai is a former unionist who served in the Zimbabwean Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU) before he left to join politics. In an interview with Mmegi, BLLWU publicity secretary Ishmael William said they have invited Tsvangirai because he is a...
TUMELO SETSHOGO
Correspondent 04 December 2007
Africom commander meets govt leaders
Ward told a news conference held at the US Embassy that he is in the country to continue on building relationships and understanding regarding the establishment of the controversial African Command Centre. The Botswana trip is part of the...
TSHIRELETSO MOTLOGELWA
Staff Writer 04 December 2007
BACK STAGE
Nearly 300 years ago, two Broschi brothers in Naples, Italy, dedicated their lives to music. Their father Salvatore Broschi had also been a musician. The oldest, Riccardo, was born in Naples in 1698. He studied at the Napolitan Music Conservatorio....
SASA MAJUMA 04 December 2007
Sebabatsane might leave many itching
The eight-piece compilation only came out on Saturday and the group had an opportunity to give their fans the first taste at Zebras Club during Gong Master's album launch. It combines contemporary traditional sounds with some jazzy melodies that make...
CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Correspondent 04 December 2007
Bakwena launch Dithubaruba Cultural Festival
Speaking at the event, Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture Moeng Pheto quoted first Botswana president Sir Seretse Khama who once said, "a nation without a culture is a nation without a soul". Urging Bakwena to preserve their culture, the minister...
GASEBALWE SERETSE
Staff Writer 04 December 2007
Festive profit taking drags BSE down
In the period leading up to Christmas holidays, markets are usually on the soft side as stockholders dispose of their shares seeking liquidity for the holiday season. Last week, the mainstream index, the DCI, went down by 0.74 percent to close the...
BRIAN BENZA
staff writer 04 December 2007
Stanchart profits up 20 percent
The oldest bank in the country realised an income of P463.3 million in the review period, up 12 percent from the same period in 2006. Standing at 71.25t compared with 61.86 thebe last year, Earnings Per Share (EPS) were also up by 20.02 percent....
BRIAN BENZA
Staff Writer 04 December 2007
BCL falls short of customer demands
General Manager Montwedi Mphathi said this when giving the mine's 'report card' during a Christmas dinner he hosted for senior employees and stakeholders last Thursday. "Production remains a big challenge and we have fallen short of our customer...
KENNETH BANDA
Correspondent 04 December 2007
Govt is failing orphans
Ministers cite programmes for HIV/AIDS orphans and point out that there are systems in place to make sure that they do not miss out on any social services, such as education, medical attention and general welfare. However before orphans or other...
EDITOR 04 December 2007
AS I SEE IT
This arrangement obviously denied the BDP members a say in choosing candidates to represent them at Local Government Council and at Parliamentary levels. Opposition parties, were far ahead in this regard, having long adopted the Primary Election...
MICHAEL DINGAKE 04 December 2007
Nyangabgwe boss roots for district hospital
He told a Francistown City Council (FCC) meeting yesterday that Nyangabwe is not fulfilling its role as a national referral institution because it is doubling as a district or primary hospital. He said that at the moment 60-65 percent of patients...
PATRICIA MAGANU
Staff Writer 04 December 2007
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04 December 2007
ECCO City continue to disappoint
Since the league started, ECCO have failed to play like champions, something which many pundits have attributed to fatigue. Speaking to Mmegi Sport after a goalless draw against struggling BDF XI on Sunday, ECCO assistant coach Atshele Molapi...
MOGOMOTSI MOLOI
Correspondent 04 December 2007
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