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Khama's P1.8m caravan coming this month
It has also been revealed that the caravan is taking long to arrive - it has been almost a year since the tender for the acquisition was published by the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Board (PPADB). It was scheduled for delivery in November...
MONKAGEDI GAOTLHOBOGWE
Staff Writer 20 February 2009
Khama and the BDP factions
FRANCISTOWN: About 10 years ago, President Ian Khama retired as commander of the Botswana Defence Force (BDF) to 'neutralise' the ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) warring factions. The factional bickering threatened to tear the party...
20 February 2009
Parties ready to battle in Botshabelo North
The death of the incumbent, Michael Tidimane, last month, has necessitated a by-election, which comes a few months before the 2009 general election. The three main political parties, the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), the Botswana Congress Party...
MQONDISI DUBE
Correspondent 20 February 2009
'Tell BNF to stop it', Magama asks court
Magama has cited the BNF deputy secretary general, Mokgweetsi Kgosipula as the second respondent in this matter. Magama is seeking relief that the court should order the party to set aside his suspension. He also wants a court interdict...
LEKOPANYE MOOKETSI
Correspondent 20 February 2009
An encounter with badimo
LERALA: Though BaTswapong are basically known to have a close relationship with their ancestors - or badimo - as their intermediary with the Uppermost God, nobody - at least in my linmited experience - has ever come out to describe these...
20 February 2009
South Africa - What future without the Scorpions?
Together, they provide for the dissolution of the NPA's Directorate of Special Operations (DSO), or 'Scorpions', and the establishment of a new anti-corruption unit within the SAPS. At the time of writing, the government has yet to announce its...
* CHARTEY QUARCOO 20 February 2009
Diamond exports plunge 90%
According to the CSO, diamond exports which amounted to P3.3 billion in August, fell to P2.3 billion in November and to P821 million in October before plummeting to a mere P371 million in November as a result of falling demand and weakening...
BRIAN BENZA
Staff Writer 20 February 2009
Diversification pays dividends for BIHL
For the year ended December 31, 2008, the holding company for Bifm and Botswana life (BL) realised an operating surplus of P224 million while investment income grew by 24 percent due to an increase in interest income from unlisted investment and...
BRIAN BENZA
Staff Writer 20 February 2009
African Copper faces BSE delisting
According to a statement from the company, the Toronto Stock Exchange is reviewing the "eligibility" of African Copper's shares for continued listing on the Canadian bourse.African Copper announced in January that its Mowana Mine was placed on care...
BRIAN BENZA
Staff Writer 20 February 2009
Butcheries retrench as braai ban hits sales
Most butchery owners in this mining town say they have been forced to retrench their employees owing to a sharp drop in sales. Some entrepreneurs have reduced their workforce by more than 70 percent, while in some instances owners have resorted to...
MQONDISI DUBE
Correspondent 20 February 2009
Vehicle sales slump as economy slows
In a snap survey in Selebi-Phikwe, local and grey import dealers said their business has dropped as a result of the economic downturn. Financial institutions' decision to freeze loans to mine employees has exacerbated an already negative...
MQONDISI DUBE
Correspondent 20 February 2009
Mokaila gives blessing to CKGR mining
The world's largest wildlife park, the Central Kgalgadi Game Reserve (CKGR), measuring 52,145km2, could soon turn into the world's largest mining desert metropolis with 112 mineral exploration licenses awarded to 14 companies in the last six years....
20 February 2009
Consumer Watchdog
Yes, we've had another problem reported to us about holiday clubs. Before a certain company gets angry and threatens us with all sorts of legal nastiness again, I don't mean "The Holiday Club" specifically, I mean holiday clubs in...
20 February 2009
Supa Ngwao Museum buildings need revamp
There are a lot of ruins around, some dilapidated walls and others have collapsed to the foundation level. Though the buildings and ruins are of historical importance, they give the areas a shabby appearance. There is a building that is used as a...
GALE NGAKANE
Correspondent 20 February 2009
London-based Mndebele thrills Mogo revellers
But there was never any news about the group which was to perform that evening. It was only during the course of proceedings that organisers announced the presence of South African London-based singer, Sonti Mndebele. Mndebele took on...
LEKOPANYE MOOKETSI
Correspondent 20 February 2009
Back Stage
At the 2009 Golden Globes Kate Winslet won "Best Actress" (Drama) for her lead in "Revolutionary Road". The film was also nominated for "Best Picture", but that went to Slumdog Millionaire. Leonardo DiCaprio was nominated for "Best...
SASA MAJUMA 20 February 2009
My life is connected to this small plot of earth in Africa
Dreams From My Father is "Barry's" exploration of his family in America, Indonesia and in Africa. His family is very dear to his heart; his opening statements are especially appreciative of his mother. He was a "divided soul", but he finds his...
20 February 2009
Wake up to the recession, help workers
It is amazing that only as late as this week, the Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Baledzi Gaolathe, announced his intention to slash a good part of the budget allocations he proposed just two weeks ago. At the onset of the potentially...
20 February 2009
People will listen less to authorities
As I passed, an ad in the Moscow metro promoting advertising space for sale, I remembered hurtling down one of those same long, fast escalators sometime in the mid-1990's with a pioneering advertising man. "Look at all those empty walls!" he...
ESTHER DYSON* 20 February 2009
BDP has succumbed to reality
Botswana, especially the youth, must remember that in February 2006 the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) majority in Parliament vehemently and with impunity opposed the motion by Gaborone Central MP Dumelang Saleshando which requested ''government to...
20 February 2009
The new threat to journalism is PR
These people cross the floor clearly knowing that on the 'dark side' the aim is to insert advertising and advocacy material for their companies in the guise of news. It is mind bogging to try to understand why these people will betray the craft they...
20 February 2009
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20 February 2009
Court to rule in Nchindo's case next Thursday
Led by advocate Peter Hodes, defence lawyers contend that their clients' rights are being prejudiced, as they are not afforded adequate information to conduct a defence. The defence team wants statements from members of former president...
ISAIAH MOREWAGAE
Staff Writers 20 February 2009
NITTY GRITTY
1. Efe ele- FL (French letter)1. Pasa- passport2. saloon- hair salon3. Sukiri- sugar (from Afrikaans suiker)4. Sukiri- diabetes (as in "o na le sukiri)5. Haebolate- highblood, hypertensive6. Dibara- cheap bars7. Hotele- restaurant8. Liquor...
BAROLONG SEBONI 20 February 2009
First Cut
It emerged the caller was a Chelsea fan and his source of anger was a team of mega-stars who have suddenly become underachievers. It must have been a huge relief to the fan when Chelsea owner Roman Abrahamovich sacked coach Louis Felipe...
TSHIMOLOGO BOITUMELO 20 February 2009
BCA spreads cricket to schools
The eight new schools include Kgabosetso, Matebele, Notwane, Segoditshane, Boitumelo, Khuduga and Segale Primary Schools. Ramakrishna said that their main aim in the programme is to spread cricket to the countryside. They have started the roll-out...
BOITUMELO KHUTSAFALO
Staff Writer 20 February 2009
Where are GU fans?
The 3-2 drubbing of fellow Gaborone giants, Township Rollers' emphasised the GU's resurgence. While most pundits believe Mike Sithole's boys lack character in demanding situations, there is an air of hope for the red side of Gaborone. The title has...
MQONDISI DUBE
Correspondent 20 February 2009
Softball classic gets underway
Though the tournament is organised by the Vikings Softball Club, the Botswana Softball Association (BSA) is in charge of the first leg. The BSA president, Marumo Morule said all clubs are eligible to take part after paying the P200 registration...
MOSAH MOKGANEDI
Correspondent 20 February 2009
Boteti seek to redeem dented reputation
Notwane manager, Thazo Tiwayi has said they are ready for the game though they are aware that Boteti are difficult to beat at home. "We are aware that they are difficult to beat when they are in Orapa, but we are well prepared for them. You will...
GALE NGAKANE
Correspondent 20 February 2009
Masitaoka seek to whip Letlapeng again
Kennedy Ramojela, the Masitaoka spokesperson said that his side is charged for yet another victory against the ambitious Ramotswa team and that nothing will stop them. "Few people gave us a chance in our first round match and we went on to...
CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Correspondent 20 February 2009
Tamirepi on the spot in Lobatse
The clash provides him with a first chance to prove to his former employers that they made a mistake by letting him go. His former players at TAFIC are out to prove that they have not forgotten what he taught them before he left. This makes for an...
CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Correspondent 20 February 2009
Nico host unpredictable Matebele
BDF XI has become unpredictable despite their early tag as potential title contenders. The army side is nine points adrift of pacesetters, Gaborone United, with 23 points from 13 games. In Nico, they face a side that has failed to lift itself above...
MQONDISI DUBE
Correspondent 20 February 2009
Rollers to topple GU?
A 5-0 win against Police XI will give Mapalistina the log leadership because GU will not be in action this weekend. Despite the attraction of going top of the log, assistant Rollers' coach, Thabo 'Mahala' Motang has said they will be cautious in the...
TSHEPO MOLWANE
Staff Writer 20 February 2009
'World recession' dents police budget
The Minister for Defense and Security, Dikgakgamatso Seretse says the intention was to establish a Stock Theft Branch for specialised investigations on stock theft cases. The other department, Internal Affairs Department for specialised...
MONKAGEDI GAOTLHOBOGWE
Staff Writer 20 February 2009
Gaolathe mulls over 'tax gap'
The revelation was made by Finance and Development Planning Minister, Baledzi Gaolathe in parliament on Wednesday. He was presenting his ministry's budget proposal for this financial year. The minister said a tax gap - the difference between the...
MONKAGEDI GAOTLHOBOGWE
Staff Writer 20 February 2009
Students damaged UB property - Vice Chancellor
Otlhogile believes that the student violence and vandalism led to damage of the university property at the lecture theatre, hostels and university vehicles. Otlhogile said this addressing a student body meeting for the first time after the...
OLIVER MODISE
Correspondent 20 February 2009
Limkokwing blunders, ministry pays
According to a letter from the deputy permanent secretary, Golekanye Setume, the matter has been duly attended to and the student allowances were credited yesterday. "We called the management and requested the student representative council to state...
CHANDAPIWA BAPUTAKI
Staff Writer 20 February 2009
BONELA eager to get AIDs report
In October 2007, two delegations composed of Members of Parliament conducted public hearings in 12 locations in 11 districts with a view of giving members of the public a chance to make an input into the proposed review of the Public Health...
OLIVER MODISE
Correspondent 20 February 2009
Batswana employees allege bullying at UNICEF
Batswana employees claim that there has been an exodus of staff from the UN agency because of the manner in which Reynolds has been treating them. One of the resigned employees said she could not stand Reynolds.The employees claim that...
LEKOPANYE MOOKETSI
Correspondent 20 February 2009
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