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Motswaledi suffers devastating blow as Khama wins big
The judgement was read by Chief Justice Julian Nganunu before an overflowing High Court that had taken residence at the new and more spacious Lobatse Woodhall Magistrates' Court."In summary therefore, the constitution has granted to a sitting...
GIDEON NKALA
Staff Writer 11 September 2009
Ministry to postpone or fast forward exams?
President Ian Khama last week set October 16 as the Election Day and declared it a public holiday. On going BGCSE exams were overlooked but Nkate says that the ministry has taken note of that mistake and it would be resolved. "We are aware of the...
PATRICIA MAGANU
Staff Writer 11 September 2009
Despised in public, sweet in private
A commercial sex worker speaks Mmegi: Where were you born and how did you grow up? Mary: I was born 23 years ago in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe where I attended school and college. My stepmother raised me after my biological mother passed away and my father...
11 September 2009
ZCC dissidents foment trouble at peaceful Lentswe-le-Moriti
Not promising too much as it may seem, the small village harbours a very unique lifestyle that lures the outsider to visit the place and appreciate the daily lifestyles of the residents. It sits inside the Northern Tuli Game Reserve and on the edge...
ONALENNA MODIKWA
Staff Writer 11 September 2009
Illegal gambling rampant in Botswana
In their statement to a regional conference held in Swaziland last week, the board partly blamed cell phone companies for taking advantage of the outdated casino and gambling laws, saying: "There are some promotional activities where the operators...
11 September 2009
Call me fastidious - the story of medical pioneer Dr. Linette Mahloane
It was former president Sir Ketumile Masire who once described clinical specialist and one of the pioneers of Botswana Medical Services, Dr Linette Mahloane, as fastidious, meaning she is somewhat overly concerned with cleanliness. Mahloane credits...
11 September 2009
How government can support writers
Notwithstanding these problems, the Association established a Radio Programme - The Writers Corner - which continued broadcasting until late 1995. The Association had also initiated a regular Reading Session which encouraged established and aspirant...
*BAROLONG SEBONI and
JANE SWARTLAND 11 September 2009
Mombasa - a complete African story
MOMBASA: Motswana captured it quite well when he coined the phrase 'Go tsamaya ke go bona', referring to the fact that to know about the world and understand yourself better you need to travel, going beyond the boundaries of your everyday life...
11 September 2009
There was no emergency - it should have come with 4Ds
This in this country is unprecedented and the reality is that it is the kind of decision that will be celebrated by many across the political divide. It's a decision that when looked at objectively was long overdue and it makes one wonder why...
EDITOR 11 September 2009
WHITHER BOTSWANA
The country's opposition parties have campaigned for this for years without success. They believed that holding elections on Saturdays contributed to this country's recurring low voter turnout, which reflects badly on the quality of our democracy....
DAN MOABI 11 September 2009
BDP emotionally unfit for re-election
We wish to take issue with his recent article, which was meant to be a rebuttal to one written by Botswana Congress Party (BCP), Vice President Dr Kesitegile Gobotswang. In his article, Peloetletse writes thus, "the phony press release by Dr...
11 September 2009
Excerpts from the judgement
'The 2nd respondent has advanced two preliminary grounds, and each one of those grounds, if successful, would in fact defeat the application so that it could not be considered on its merits. This is because each of the preliminary points raises the...
11 September 2009
We want Kgosikgolo Kgafela to lead by being inclusive
The man appears to be focused and innovative and his tribe seems set for better times under his reign. One can only hope that other tribal leaders will learn from his example and engage in decisive and innovative attempts to uplift their...
11 September 2009
NITTY GRITTY
Mr Kool has more or less agreed to go into this "non-risky venture" with Smooch, especially since it has been agreed by the two parties that Mr Kool will be the CEO of this new business venture. Apparently, lots of perks go along with the job, but...
BAROLONG SEBONI 11 September 2009
Cartoon Strip 11.09.09
11 September 2009
Origin of Bakalanga
History recorded at the site shows that the Shonas are the forefathers of the Bakalanga, Bakaranga and the Bazezuru tribes as we know them today. Domboshaba Ruins are located in the quiet and protected hills just some 10km outside Masunga, one of...
KOPANO OLESITSE
Correspondent 11 September 2009
Financial woes delay Bathoen statue project
The committee needs over P200, 000 for the project and although there are some pledges to help in raising the amount needed to pay, the smelter company in Pretoria as well as the sculptor Masilonyane Radinoga, raising the total amount could take...
CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Correspondent 11 September 2009
Namibian artist takes up Thapong residency
Asked why he chose to take residency at Thapong, he replied: "I have always wanted to explore the use of different media and share my experiences with other professionals from outside my country and Thapong seemed the best place to visit." He...
GASEBALWE SERETSE
Staff Writer 11 September 2009
Back Stage
Marketa Irglova, who plays "The Girl" in the movie, was born on February 28, 1988 at Valasske Mezirici in Bohemia, so she is just 21-years-old now, and was only 18 when this film was made. She is pensive and magnetic, a wonderful find, musical, a...
SASA MAJUMA 11 September 2009
Contemporary Botswana poetry
Wild Berries Inside and Behind the Yard: An Anthology of Contemporary Botswana Poetry is a joint publication between the British Council and Books Botswana resulting from The New Authors Competition initiative. The anthology contains poems by nine...
Reviewed by DORCAS MOLEFE
Correspondent 11 September 2009
Debswana bullish as Marole begins second tenure at the helm
Briefing journalists on the company's performance and the measures they put in place to cushion the impact of the economic recession, Debswana management said in Gaborone on Wednesday that the company is now out of the woods largely because of the...
BRIAN BENZA
Staff Writer 11 September 2009
Innovation Hub gets Ericsson boost
Ericsson also owns 50 percent of mobile phone manufacturer, Sony Ericsson.Ericsson Botswana, which has been in the country for over 20 years, is set to be among the first tenants of BIH premises near Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (SKIA)...
BRIAN BENZA
Staff Writer 11 September 2009
The people speak
A high-ranking member of the Tswapong region (speaking anonymously) (Khama) might be favoured by the immunity clause in section 41 of the Botswana constitution. In the BNF people are being fired for not following the party constitution. Party...
11 September 2009
African Copper says Mowana grades encouraging
"The results achieved over this short period of time are encouraging," said Chief Executive Chris Fredericks. African Copper, which put the mine on care and maintenance in January pending completion of financing talks, had said it planned to resume...
STAFF WRITER 11 September 2009
Hana upbeat on Ghanzi copper deposits
During Mmegi's exclusive tour of the project, which adjacent to Kuke cordon fence and the Central Kalahari Game Reserve (CKGR) last weekend, the company's geologist said he was upbeat about demonstrating the economics of the project before...
WANETSHA MOSINYI
Staff Writer 11 September 2009
CONSUMER WATCHDOG
As the environment gradually changes those forms of life that have a natural advantage are the ones that are most likely to survive long enough to breed, thus passing on the genes that gave them that advantage. This works for every form of...
11 September 2009
Copper prices bring good tidings for BCL, African Copper
Over the years, the price of copper has played havoc with mines' books, at one point weighing down BCL Mine and forcing the Selebi-Phikwe- based mine to rely on external funding of its operations. Prior to the global financial crisis, copper had been...
THATO MOSEKI
Correspondent 11 September 2009
Debt-saddled consumers threaten economic stability
He earns a net salary of P4,200 monthly from which he deducts rental, food and groceries, transport and utilities, leaving him with just under P1, 000 income. From this amount, Ephraim services a three-year loan with a local commercial bank,...
THATO MOSEKI
Correspondent 11 September 2009
Nike agents disappear?
It is said representatives of BDV Sports Company who represented Nike in the 'controversial' technical sponsorship agreement worth $820,000 have disappeared into thin air. Reports say BDV Sports is still to deliver on its promises yet the league is...
TSHEPO MOLWANE
Staff Writer 11 September 2009
UB Stadium eyes 2010 World Cup
The Botswana National Sports Council (BNSC) executive secretary, Kitso Kemoeng and the University of Botswana (UB) director of sports, Dr Dele Akpata issued a joint press statement yesterday saying the use of the stadium will be restricted as a...
MQONDISI DUBE
Staff Writer 11 September 2009
Schoolboy not fro sale - GU
There have been reports that a number of Premier League sides including Township Rollers are interested in the midfielder. After reports of instability at GU over players' bonuses, some clubs have been alleged to be stalking Molefe. But yesterday,...
TSHEPO MOLWANE
Staff Writer 11 September 2009
Unseeded Zebras in COSAFA Cup preliminary round
The Zebras have not been seeded in the tournament due to their position in the FIFA rankings - 132 in the world and 38 in Africa. They will do battle in the COSAFA preliminaries with hosts-Zimbabwe, Madagascar, Swaziland, Lesotho, Seychelles,...
BOITUMELO KHUTSAFALO
Staff Writer 11 September 2009
Kemoeng speaks on sports slide
Botswana National Sports Council (BNSC) executive secretary, Kitso Kemoeng has had a torrid time over the last few months as he peruses through the rubble following disastrous outings by various national teams. Undeniably passionate about sport,...
11 September 2009
Motswaledi to appeal
Even before the ink could dry on the Khama-Motswaledi judgement, lawyers acting forMotswaledi say they will appeal the judgment. Advocate Sidney Pilane said they will have to sit down with Advocate Roland Sutherland who was the lead counsel in this...
GIDEON NKALA
Staff Writer 11 September 2009
BOTESSA launches regional college games GOC
The organising committee of the 2010 regional tertiary education institutions' games to be hosted by Botswana was unveiled on Wednesday at the Cresta President Hotel in Gaborone. The biennial games are held under the aegis of the regional body -...
NELSON DIRENG
Correspondent 11 September 2009
FIRST CUT
I know I may be accused of being disrespectful to other clubs. But it is my considered opinion that for change to occur in our football, the likes of Mochudi Centre Chiefs, Township Rollers, Extension Gunners, Notwane, TAFIC and Gaborone United (GU)...
DENNIS KEAGILE 11 September 2009
BDP holds Gaborone Central on Wednesday
Today (Friday) Executive Secretary of the Botswana Democratic Party Comma Seremaannounced that the party would hold Gaborone Central primaries next week Wednesdayto find a candidate for the next elections. Serema's statement follows the dismissal of...
TSHIRELETSO MOTLOGELWA
Staff Writer 11 September 2009
The action as it happened
7.30am: It is Friday September 11. The day Chief Justice Julian Nganunu and two other High Court judges, Ian Kirby and Isaac Lesetedi are to deliver judgment in the case between Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) secretary general, Gomolemo Motswaledi...
TSHIRELETSO MOTOGELWA
Staff writer 11 September 2009
Controversial Balebetse speaks out
FRANCISTOWN: A controversial wheelchair-bound man has decided to come clean - about his disability status, his criminal record and his recent interrogation by the Directorate on Intelligence Services (DIS). Twenty nine-year-old Tebogo Balebetse...
PATRICIA MAGANU
Staff Writer 11 September 2009
Beef crisis looms as measles outbreak hits Phikwe
This is yet another blow that beef consumers and butchery owners operating in this town have suffered in less than six months. The council abattoir was closed in March because it did not meet the Meat Regulations Act and that led to shortage of beef...
CALISTUS KOLANTSHO
Correspondent 11 September 2009
The relocation of aggregation activities from the United Kingdom to Botswana
While the severity of the global economic crisis has compelled both partners to focus all efforts on managing the business through the difficult first half of 2009, with the recent improvement in trading conditions, both partners will now re-focus on...
11 September 2009
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