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Keeping F/towners In Fashion
She exuberantly posits that the key to success lies in her hands and that she is responsible for her own destiny. "My language is strictly business", she says. This is the youthful and vivacious Pauline Mmusi, a 26-year-old woman from Matsiloje, a...
By Uyapo Kgosi
Correspondent 02 June 2008
Talking Musica
That means that the larger society has not yet unburdened itself of feudal relations of production and its attendant social relations.Botswana society is still very much attached to the notion of royalty in its politics and decision-making at local...
RAMPHOLO MOLEFHE 02 June 2008
Food For The Soul
Perhaps someone earning a six-digit salary may not even notice these food price hikes, let alone feel the pinch of this reality. But for the ordinary person - and that is most of us - whose wage is never enough to start with, the increase in food...
BOITSHEPO GIYOSE 02 June 2008
Elizabeth Steals The Show
When the lass took to the stage, she delivered a powerful rendition of My Redeemer Lives before doing the task song. One thing about Popstar Botswana is that most of the contestants struggle with the task song but it was obvious that the...
By Gasebalwe Seretse
Staff writer 02 June 2008
OUT TO LUNCH
This was when human resources management was really just a clerical function concerned with creating, updating, and generally managing employment records. Then, people seemed to get jobs just because they applied to the right place and time, not...
SHAMEELA WINSTON 02 June 2008
Bank Of Botswana Adjusts Rates
The last adjustment of the Bank Rate was a decrease of the same magnitude of 50 basis points on June 18, 2007. Since October 2007, inflation has trended upwards and has remained above the bank's objective range of 3 - 6 percent, mainly...
02 June 2008
What Now For Oil Prices?
Let's start with OECD demand,which has started to show some signs of weakness OECD-North America demand fell around three percent in the first quarter, despite near normal weather conditions that should have supported distillate demand. We...
02 June 2008
BOCCIM Rates Recent Show A Success
The show has been blasted for poor organisation in the past. According to Gaamangwe Mathame of BOCCIM's public relations office, the show has registered a growth of 40 percent over the last four years. "This year's Northern Trade Fair, whose theme...
02 June 2008
DiamonEx Civil Works Complete
The company said in an emailed statement that work is continuing on electrical and piping installations and ancillary plant items, and that the plant remains on target to be in production by the end of June. Diamonex said the plant commissioning,...
By Business Reporter 02 June 2008
Botswana Will 'Show The Way' With Aggregation - Khama
"Just the sheer volume of diamonds aggregated in one place is enormous," said the CEO of De Beers Botswana, Sheila Khama. "In money terms, that is a volume of about US$6 billion worth of diamonds." Speaking in an interview with Monitor Business,...
By Wanetsha Mosinyi
Staff Writer 02 June 2008
Nthebolan Aims To Stop The 'Tshekedi Express'
FRANCISTOWN: Although she says she made a last minute decision, the President of Botswana National Front (BNF) Women's League, Gagolepe Nthebolan, will be launched officially as her party's candidate for Serowe North West on Sunday afternoon. To...
02 June 2008
DK Applauds Red Cross
She believes that their mandate is to cover all people. She added that they plan to open a Red Cross branch in Gantsi. Mbere was speaking during a luncheon the Minister for Presidential Affairs and Public Administration Daniel Kwelagobe...
By Lekopanye Mooketsi
Correspondent 02 June 2008
Let's Respect The Dead
We thought death on its own was a big blow to any family and the best that can be done to the one who has passed on is to accord them a decent burial. It is painful to see people arguing and fighting over a dead person. Once this happens then you...
EDITOR 02 June 2008
Don't Lose Your Receipt Or Else...
Taking you back as you will remember, in 2001 and 2002 there was an influx of Batswana who went to South African Universities either on government scholarship or self sponsored (or sent by parents), but my concern is about those who were self...
02 June 2008
Let Khama's Magic Work On Prisons Dept
Rehabilitation of prisoners is a major operation that can only be accomplished with the help of the government. I think to get it working again can be done by eliminating the current Commissioner and finding someone with good leadership qualities....
02 June 2008
Health Chat
What brings on an angina attack?Angina can be brought on by physical activity or emotional upset. You may sometimes get an attack of angina while you are resting or it may even wake you when you are asleep. Causes of Angina:The muscles of the...
R. CHINDOMU
S. CHIDZOMBA
K. BHAGAT &
L. KALANTLE 02 June 2008
Etcetera II
The first, by seniority if not by date, came from Vice President Mompati Merafhe when addressing a Kgotla meeting in Kanye. He stated that in its efforts to make government more effective, it would be necessary to identify and scrap some now outdated...
SANDY GRANT 02 June 2008
Issues In Education
There are many ways of fostering and encouraging learning. Over the years there have been debates about the appropriate ways children learn at different stages of growth and development. Learning methodologies vary depending on different conditions,...
D. MOLEFE
O. PANSIRI &
SHELDON WEEKS 02 June 2008
The Winners Code
Most importantly how can you and me, if possible, transform from ordinary people to people of uncommon luck? To answer these and other questions, we would like to begin by taking a closer look at the work of British psychologist Richard...
GEORGE CHINGARANDE 02 June 2008
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02 June 2008
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02 June 2008
Motor Centre, BONA Renew Ties
The car giant abandoned the "matrimonial home" last year when they announced that they would be sponsoring the league for the last time but it seems the union was too sweet to forget. However, whether it is death that will separate the two still...
By Mosah Mokganedi
Correspondent 02 June 2008
Many People Don't Know Their Status - NACA Chief
Briefing the National AIDS Council (NAC), Molomo said by last December, only 53.2 percent Batswana knew their HIV status. He said that this indicates that a large number of Batswana do know their status and there is need to accelerate HIV testing...
By Thato Chwaane
Staff Writer 02 June 2008
Miscellaneous' Dream Still Alive And Well
This comes after Botswana Football Association (BFA) Disciplinary Committee (DC) ruled in their favour that they be awarded maximum points after BR Highlanders were found guilty of using a defaulter in Letlhogonolo Morake during their second round...
By Tshepo Molwane
Staff Writer 02 June 2008
Notwane Launch Rebuilding Process
Those were the days when Notwane used to be a dominant force in local football in the 90s and their supporters were proud of the team. At the time, Toronto were unstoppable and won everything on offer like the Coca-Cola Cup, Hyundai Cup,...
By Tshepo Molwane
Staff Writer 02 June 2008
Zebras Fail Again
From their display, the Zebras' campaign can be said to be as good as over. Despite creating numerous chances, the Zebras failed to covert them. Even coach Colwyn Rowe could not hide his utter disappointment over the outcome of the game. "I am tired...
By Tshepo Molwane
Staff Writer 02 June 2008
Coupon System Starts In October
Under the current system clients collect their ration on stipulated dates and has limited items to choose from. The rationing process is said to have changed the focus of social workers taking priority over professional duties, hence the need to...
By Onalenna Modikwa
Staff Writer 02 June 2008
Mogae To Chair Council Of Elders
Mogae, speaking at the first meeting of NAC in 2008 held at Boipuso Hall on Friday, said this is irresponsible behaviour that has the potential to negatively impact on treatment adherence, which will possibly lead to death in some cases. "I would...
By Thato Chwaane
Staff Writer 02 June 2008
Khama Frees Prisoners
Khama has outrightly pardoned many prisoners, setting them free. The terms of those serving time for minor offences will be reduced. The new dispensation is set to take effect from June 16 and will be applied in phases. A press release from...
By Tshireletso Motlogelwa
Staff Writer 02 June 2008
PUSO Demands Instant Reinstatement Or Court Action
Last Sunday the BNF officially slapped PUSO with a six-month suspension following a Southern Regional Committee meeting that went out of control. The letter of suspension was delivered to PUSO President Nehemiah Modubule, himself recently suspended....
By Oliver Modise
Staff Writer 02 June 2008
Judge Rules Against 'Neglectful' Husband
The applicant, Mmoloki Gaebolae, had filed an urgent application to bar the natal family of the deceased from managing the burial of his wife, Gorata Gaebolae (nee Gaonabeng), a former teacher at Selolwe Junior Secondary School in Francistown. The...
By Oarabile Mosikare
Correspondent
| 02 June 2008
Awaiting Sentence
The judgment was delivered on Friday by Broadhust Principal Magistrate, Nehemiah Mgoni, who stated that the prosecution team had proved its case 'beyond reasonable doubt'. Mathokgwane has been remanded in custody following an unchallenged application...
By Oliver Modise
Staff Writer 02 June 2008
Eastern Tigers' coach aims high
The youthful mentor told Mmegi Sport he wants to improve on the position eight they achieved in their maiden season. "All is not lost, we are out of the Coca-Cola Cup but we still have a chance to prove ourselves in another stage and I would be...
CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Correspondent 03 June 2008
Olympic boxers impress BoBA chief
The duo arrived yesterday from a pre-Olympic tournament in Taipei, China. They will be the only two boxing representatives in the country at this year's Olympic Games in Beijing, China, in August. Ikgopoleng managed to get a bronze medal. This...
BOITUMELO KHUTSAFALO
Staff Writer 03 June 2008
Skill and flair won't save Swallows
Swallows had the upper hand for the entire first half and even looked the better side in the first 30 minutes of the second stanza but faded badly to allow their opponents back into the game. Swallows' Dipuo 'Dipsy' Kodume opened the scoring in the...
CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Correspondent 03 June 2008
BACK STAGE
It is being shown today at 7 pm only at the Maru a Pula School audio/visual centre by the Gaborone Film Society. It is the first of three films in a series of Masters of Japanese Cinema. The next two are classics by Akira Kurosawa. The Naked Island...
SASA MAJUMA 03 June 2008
Lobatse's Dikae is Mr HIV Positive Living king
Though it cannot be disputed that he did well it must have been his age that did the magic for him. Dikae was the youngest in the pageant and the audience's favourite. The crowd shouted with much enthusiasm every time the man from Peleng took to the...
MOSAH MOKGANEDI
Correspondent 03 June 2008
Soothing sounds reverberate at Serowe Culture Day
Interestingly, the event held under the theme: "Culture Is My Business" or Ngwao Ke Boikarablo Jwa Me, attracted people from all walks of life and most importantly young children. The day started with a march from Botalaote Shopping Complex in...
GASEBALWE SERETSE
Staff Writer 03 June 2008
Letlhafula was a huge success-Groth
The festivities started in the morning and went on until late afternoon. The stage was thus set for another memorable letlhafula, a cultural event when Batswana celebrate the harvest. The women turned up in traditional gear for the annual...
LEKOPANYE MOOKETSI
Correspondent 03 June 2008
De Beers reject allegations
On Tuesday, Reuters reported that Parliament had agreed that a new task team be formed to investigate the records of De Beers, which was alleged to have exported a large quantity of diamonds to London during the 1990s. The news agency report said...
03 June 2008
African Copper plans Mowana mine start in July
Joseph Hamilton said up to 5 500 t of copper contained in concentrate will be produced in 2008 and output will rise to 12 000 t in 2009. "We expect to start (preliminary) production in July/August and then it will take three to four weeks to achieve...
03 June 2008
Benchmark indices avid again
The domestic counters, which have been on a free fall for the past six months, recuperated last week with strong gains registered in financial counters ABC and Imara, while RPC Data and BIHL also put up a solid performance. As inflation continues to...
BRIAN BENZA
Staff Writer 03 June 2008
Cartoon 03.06.08
03 June 2008
Khama's prison gesture in context
Government says it is taking this initiative in the spirit of compassion, which it wishes to infuse among those benefiting from this act of benevolence and those remaining behind. Whilst we are not about to encourage prostration before cult figures,...
EDITOR 03 June 2008
AS I SEE IT
Reading the survey, one begins to feel that the label, "shining example of democracy," may not altogether be misplaced on Botswana. The survey makes the following conclusions: "Democracy enjoys wide-spread legitimacy among Batswana and their...
MICHAEL DINGAKE 03 June 2008
News Briefs
Superintendent Uyapo Jackalas said that police investigations are continuing. The driver of the other car is hospitalised at Bamalete Hospital with serious injuries. Names of the deceased are being withheld until the next of kin have been informed....
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BAME PIET
Staff Writer 03 June 2008
Zims petition UN, SADC, SA High Commission
However, High Commission officials denied refusing the Zimbabweans access to their premises but the petition was handed over outside the High Commission building on Queen's Road in the Gaborone main mall. Earlier the Zimbabweans were welcomed at...
LEKOPANYE MOOKETSI
Correspondent 03 June 2008
Masa tops primary schools
Speaking to Mmegi in an interview, school head Rosemary Koontse said yesterday that they were number one out of 172 schools in the region last year. She said they were able to reach 98.2 percent in the A, B, C pass rates, which means they topped...
THATO CHWAANE
Staff Writer 03 June 2008
BDP supporters disrupt BNF rally
Clad in the BDP colours of red, black and white, they positioned themselves strategically - a stones' throw from the marquee tent that housed the BNF event, facing the few BNF diehards that had thronged the official launch of the BNF candidate in the...
RYDER GABATHUSE
Staff Writer 03 June 2008
A vigil in the courtroom
For an urgent application of a civil litigation to determine who had the right to inter the remains of a former teacher at Selolwe Junior Secondary School -Gorata Gaebolae - time was seemingly not an issue, but the determination of the suit. The...
RYDER GABATHUSE
Staff Writer 03 June 2008
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