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BNF Loses Again
Justice Gabriel Rwelengera ruled at the Lobatse High Court that the BNF must reinstate Elisa Ntereke, Bobby Raphala, Simon Kgosi, Tiroyaone Khakhunzi, Batsile Dirame and Gofaone Kedise who were expelled on Thursday. Rwelengera said the decision to...
Lekopanye Mooketsi
Correspondent 21 September 2009
Youngsters On The Move
The young man said he fell in love with Geology at the University of Botswana (UB) because of his cousin who was studying the course. "I then branched into Geology from BSC general," he said. He wants to be an exploration geologist for mineral...
Chandapiwa Baputaki
Staff Writer 21 September 2009
Moeng College Back Then!
Some of them joined us later at Moeng College for Form Four. Going to Moeng was both scary and exciting; scary because of stories of harsh treatment that Form Ones were subjected to by bullies, and exciting because we were going to a prestigious...
*By Moses Mosigi 21 September 2009
Taking Life Positively
Her name is Onnie Marry Phuthe, tall, light in complexion and if you were a single man she would definitely make an impression but would have been set to fail, as she is a married woman with strong moral values. One of the 180 members and a board...
Kopano Olesitse
Correspondent 21 September 2009
What Is The Meaning Of Vision 2016 Awards?
However, a few embarrassing facts came out clearly at the awards night: there was no top leadership at the occasion, which was supposed to be used to gauge how far the nation has travelled in its bid to achieve the ideals of the national vision. The...
21 September 2009
The Winners Code
John. F. Kennedy is one of the most famous American presidents ever. Before he entered the arena of competitive politics he made his name as a soldier in the U.S navy. One day he was asked why he became a popular soldier. His answer was, "It was...
George Chingarande 21 September 2009
Issues in Education
In the foreword, Koichiro Matsuura points out that poor quality education and disparities-"wealth, gender, location, ethnicity-inhibit the attainment Education For All (EFA). Matsuura goes on to say, "If the world's governments are serious about...
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S.Weeks 21 September 2009
Health Chat
Various approaches that people use to treat their depression are generally outside the mainstream health system. Nevertheless, complementary and holistic health approaches are now becoming more prevalent. Selecting a complementary practitioner can...
Kiran Bhagat 21 September 2009
Etcetera
It may have been because public attention has been so engrossed in the day-to-day saga of the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP)'s extraordinary affairs that it has failed to take note of obvious recent warnings about land. First, but in no...
Sandy Grant 21 September 2009
BOCISCOZ Concerned About Developments In Zim
As Zimbabwe was included in the list of countries in which political and security challenges are being "effectively addressed", BOCISCOZ would like to know which objective criteria are being used by Heads of States within the region to determine the...
21 September 2009
Not All Prophecy Is From God
Whilst it is true that God has in the recent past been restoring Apostles and Prophets it does not mean that now everybody is an Apostle or Prophet. It is not about titles but about function and responsibility. It is not about having a position but...
21 September 2009
Khama Shuns Vision 2016 Awards
The awards were held on Friday night at the GICC, with assistant Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Keletso Rakhudu the only Cabinet minister and guest of honour at the ceremony. The organisers of the awards have confirmed they had been...
Monkagedi Gaotlhobogwe
Staff writer 21 September 2009
Botswana Vehicle Buyers Defy Recession
Though the country is technically in recession, FNBB's vehicle purchase financing arm, WesBank, has realised a 22 percent increase on advances. WesBank Botswana head Christo de Wet attributed the increase to low levels of arrears and tight control of...
Wanetsha Mosinyi
Staff Writer 21 September 2009
OUT TO LUNCH
Today is very brief because what I have to say doesn't have to be lengthy and longwinded. You know what, I have been thinking about discontinuing this column for a long time, but every time I thought I was ready to stop, I had a new perspective on...
21 September 2009
CEDA Holds First Forum For Its Clients
Citizen Entrepreneurial Development Agency (CEDA) CEO, Thapelo Matsheka said foreigners must still operate in the local economy to ensure fair competition which is healthy for business. He told CEDA first ever customer forum, last Thursday that...
Baboki Kayawe
Staff Writer 21 September 2009
PPADB Gives Tips To Suppliers
The workshop was meant to empower suppliers to perfect the way they have been responding to government contracts. Speaking at the event at Tati River Lodge, PPADB supplies executive director Idah Marumo said the workshop should transform the mindset...
Ndingililo Gaoswediwe
Correspondent 21 September 2009
Lenyalo La Setswana at Maruapula School
The week, whose theme was, "Ngwao ke boleng jwame; ke ipela ka yone (Culture: my roots; my dignity; my pride") was full of activities that showcased Setswana culture. Gabz FM presenter, Comfort 'Big Fish' Ramatebele was the director of ceremonies...
Gasebalwe Seretse
Staff Writer 21 September 2009
Sparkling Night At Vision 2016 Awards
The awards ceremony took place in a studio, specifically designed for television broadcast on the evening. Giant tongues of fire would time and again emerge on the wonderfully designed giant stage as part of the stage...
Monkagedi Gaotlhobogwe
Staff Writer 21 September 2009
Talking Musika
Of course the media must devote a sizeable portion of its activities to the coverage teenage activities and areas of interest if it is to respect the demographics of the country's population. In developed countries, educators, law enforcement...
Rampholo Molefe 21 September 2009
Food For The Soul
It's hot already! A cool nutritious meal plus a nice walk in the park would do the trick. Often some things are so obvious that expressing them sounds rhetorical, yet most of us choose to ignore the simple advice. I'm talking here about the basic...
Boitshepo 21 September 2009
The Happy People Are Happy Again
After watching their side underperforming last season, Rollers' supporters could be excused for behaving as if Mapalastina have won a major cup final on Saturday. Rollers were a marvel to watch and if they build on the weekend performance, they will...
Tshepo Molwane
Staff Writer 21 September 2009
Zulu Blasts Referee After Goalless Draw
But Leso earned the wrath of Zulu for failure to punish numerous dangerous tackles. Notwane were more on the receiving end of the hard tackles especially from Tumisang 'Butcher' Sekononyana who recently joined GU from BMC. Striker Michael Bulaya...
Tshepo Molwane
Staff Writer 21 September 2009
Inmate Loses Court Bid To Vote
In dismissing the application, the court ruled that Section 6 of the Electoral Act, which bars prisoners from voting, did not contradict the country's constitution. In his application, Sibanda wanted the court to order that certain sections of the...
Lekopanye Mooketsi
Correspondent 21 September 2009
Killer Giants Fail First Test
The new comers conceded a goal as early as the fourth minute when Farasai Nyamunamwendo opened the score for the Coca-Cola Cup champions with a well-taken shot. Despite winning by the huge margin, the early goal did not spur the Gabane side to a...
Chippa Legodimo
Correspondent 21 September 2009
Ghetto Derby Ends In Stalemate
The duel started slowly but sprang to life in the second half when the two sides went for each other in a thrilling see-saw battle. In the 52nd minute, Teko Molapisi of TAFIC went agonisingly close with a header from outside the penalty box. Moments...
Gale Ngakane
Correspondent 21 September 2009
Sports Officials Graduate After Five-Day Course
Speaking at the graduation ceremony, the BNSC marketing and communications manager, Chris Nkwe said it was important that sports leaders attend such courses to improve the administration of their codes. "You are responsible for people's lives, you...
Mosah Mokganedi
Correspondent 21 September 2009
NDB Boss Challenges BCF To Spread Chess
Monyatsi said the recent visit of the chess world champion Viswanathan Anand should be a motivation to the federation to strive to take the game to a higher level. He said Anand made a commitment to help Botswana and NDB as a supporter of chess is...
Mosah Mokganedi
Correspondent 21 September 2009
Ntime Gets The Nod
The Lobatse High Court dismissed an urgent application in which Kanjabanga was praying that the BNF should be ordered to call for primary elections in Gaborone North. Kanjabanga was also seeking relief that the party should be restrained to...
Lekopanye Mooketsi
Correspondent 21 September 2009
Bakgatla Celebrate Culture, Heritage In Style
Starting today( 21 September) to Sunday, (27 September), residents of Moruleng and surrounding areas will open their hearts to visitors attending this showcase of Bakgatla culture, traditional food, dance, education, plus a free tour of the...
Monkagedi Gaotlhobogwe
Staff writer 21 September 2009
Shortage Of Health Personnel Remains A Challenge
She was speaking at the Affiliated Health Training Institutions 13th joint graduation ceremony at the University of Botswana Stadium where 681 health practitioners graduated on Friday. "Evidence has shown that with a sufficient number of health...
Chandapiwa Baputaki
Staff Writer 21 September 2009
Palai Commends Red Cross Society
He told the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Botswana Red Cross at Cresta Lodge in Gaborone on Friday that the country does not have citizens living as refugees or internally displaced people because it respects the principles of humanity,...
Frederick Kebadiretse
Staff Writer 21 September 2009
Man Convicted Of Raping Caretaker
The accused, Patmos Amos, who hails from Maitengwe village in the Central District, looked confused during and after the judgement because it seemed he could not believe he was found guilty. During the reading of the judgement he kept...
Patricia Maganu
Staff Writer 21 September 2009
Churches Vow To Fight HIV/AIDS In Selebi-Phikwe
Speaking to Mmegi in an interview, Selebi-Phikwe Churches Committee Chairperson, Pastor Rickson Teemane said the only way to win the battle against the scourge is to change people's behaviour. He explained that September has been set aside as the...
Calistus Kolantsho
Correspondent 21 September 2009
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