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'It's Well With Me'
His suspension means the 39-year-old Motswaledi will only be eligible to stand for public office in the 2019 general elections. He will be 49 years old then. Despite this banishment Motswaledi, who has been engaged in the most serious political...
Ephraim Keoreng
Staff Writer 26 October 2009
Maiketso: A Footballer Turned Politician
This is Ephraim Maiketso the match commissioner extraordinaire for be Mobile league games who is a regular feature at soccer matches. But there is another side to the man. He is a seasoned politician in the green colours of the Botswana Congress...
Gale Ngakane
Correspondent 26 October 2009
Youth Make Telling Effect On Poll Outcome
From the long queues that many endured and the excitement displayed at the thought of casting a vote for the first time, it was apparent that the youth will always be happy to see the difference they made. On October 16 the electorate were eager to...
Baboki Kayawe
Staff Writer 26 October 2009
We Will All Perish Or Flourish
This is a relevant topic as the issue of climate change is of grim concern. But for many years now, the issue has been discussed at different forums with very little impact on our propensity to - literally and symbolically speaking - poison our...
26 October 2009
The Winners Code
In the last issue we presented results from a rudimentary research exercise undertaken by a certain social researcher. The researcher went to a grade one class and dangled a $20 note in front of them before asking the question, "Who wants $20?" There...
George Chingarande 26 October 2009
Issues In Education
Outcomes-Based Education (OBE) is one of the controversial innovations introduced in South Africa following independence in 1994. Transformation required new approaches to reform the inherited apartheid education system that had ...
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S.Weeks 26 October 2009
Etcetera II
The greatest number ever to have registered (725,817) and the greatest number ever to have voted (542,348) are unsurprisingly the two figures relating to the recent election which are most stressed. But it is the other record figure which should be...
Sandy Grant 26 October 2009
Health Chat
Snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnoea Snoring is a common sleep related breathing disorder. Snoring is the noise produced by the soft palate (top of mouth) and the upper respiratory tract when there is excessive vibration. The noise occurs when there...
Kiran Bhagat 26 October 2009
Cartoon Strip 26.10.09
26 October 2009
BALA Happy With Elections
The purpose of the observer mission was partly to assist in appreciating the challenges of the existing processes that usher Councillors into office. Also to contribute towards ensuring that credible elections are held in compliance with democratic...
26 October 2009
A Faulty Church A Faulty Nation
It has also been said in some quarters that Africa's problem is a lack of quality leaders.I would like to point out that everything rises or falls on what God has to say concerning the nations of the world. What is God's plan and purpose for...
26 October 2009
Cuba Hopeful Over Blockade
Deputy Ambassador of Cuba in Botswana, Norma Sanchez said last week that they are hopeful the resolution entitled "Necessity of ending the economic, commercial and financial embargo imposed by the USA against Cuba" will receive the support of the...
Isaiah Morewagae
Staff Writer 26 October 2009
Mozambique Woos Botswana In Railway And Dry Pot Venture
The proposal was made to a Botswana delegation made up of the then Minister of Works and Transport Johnnie Swartz and Permanent secretary Carter Morupisi. Mozambique wants Botswana to consider the establishment and development of a railway line...
Monkagedi Gaotlhobogwe
Staff Writer 26 October 2009
Product Quality Assurance Vital, SMEs Told
BOBS said quality assurance will in a few years to come be looked at upon issuance of tenders. However, Tshepo Katse, from Quality Assurance unit, cautioned businesses not to seek quality assurance only when they have tenders to attend to, as this...
Baboki Kayawe
Staff Writer 26 October 2009
What A Climax!
With talent galore, top-notch local production company Showgroup used their impressive modern technology to mount one of the most colourful events in recent years.Besides two giant screens beaming the stage performances to the audience across the...
Monkagedi Gaotlhobogwe
Staff writer 26 October 2009
MC Maswe Threatens To Block BOMU Awards With Court Order
MC Maswe wrote to BOMU music awards organisers on October 8, threatening that he would "wait for five working days for your response before seeking help from relevant authorities".In his letter Maswe seeks clarification/answers as to why...
Monkagedi Gaotlhobogwe
Staff Writer 26 October 2009
Talking Musika
Elsewhere in the Monitor publications, I attempt to make the case for a deliberate policy in the use of taxpayers' money, limited as it is, only in the direction of the disadvantaged sections of the Botswana communities. The principle one wants to...
Rampholo Molefe 26 October 2009
UB Don Cautions Against Corruption
Speaking at a public lecture organised by the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime (DCEC) at the University of Botswana (UB) last Thursday, Dr Bashi Mothusi, a lecturer in the department of political science and public relations at UB said,...
Frederick Kebadiretse
Staff Writer 26 October 2009
Food For The Soul
Oh dear stress, stress, stress and more stress! Feeling out of balance? Low serotonin levels, depressed? Goodness, this is a state that more people than I care to count find themselves in. Don't despair; help is at hand, nutritionally and...
Boitshepo Giyose 26 October 2009
Chiefs Get Second Victory
The game will once again spark a debate as to whether local referees are able to maintain consistency especially when handling matches involving the big names. Gunners' supporters complained after the game that Lekgotla Johannes denied them a...
Boitumelo Khutsafalo
Staff Writer 26 October 2009
Rollers Maintain Good Run
It was the first league game at the venue since it was renovated and the big crowd suggested that football lovers were hungry for action in Gaborone where the National Stadium is also closed for refurbishment. "Finally I am able to watch league...
Boitumelo Khutsafalo
Staff Writer 26 October 2009
Kims Auto Asks For More Money For Soccer
Charity Chidoda says local football can go places if there is good money. She decries the fact that only a few companies are interested in investing money in soccer. "Players should be celebrities. In my short time with Gunners, I have realised that...
Chippa Legodimo
Correspondent 26 October 2009
Combat Climate Change - Motsumi
Addressing delegates commemorating the UN Day at the National Assembly grounds on Saturday, Minister for Presidential Affairs and Public Administration, Lesego Motsumi said it was everyone's responsibility to fight the challenge of climate change the...
Frederick Kebadiretse
Staff Writer 26 October 2009
TAFIC Privatisation: Chairman Calls For Calm
And at the beginning of July this year, with high hopes of privatisation, TAFIC supporters met with the officials at the Francistown Stadium. The meeting agreed to suspend the election of a new committee and that a special meeting be held to...
Gale Ngakane
Correspondent 26 October 2009
What Has the Zebras Gained From COSAFA Cup?
They had drawn 0-0 against the Comoros in the opening match, raising questions about whether they have enough talent to compete at the highest levels. Serious questions were asked when the Zebras failed to beat minnows Comoros. And for sure, Botswana...
Owen Sibanda
Correspondent 26 October 2009
BBA Overhauls Its Systems
He said they reviewed their finance, disciplinary, membership, ethics, governance, conduct, technical, marketing and promotions to conform to the requirements of the BNSC. "This was essential because we want to take basketball to greater heights, so...
Frederick Kebadiretse
Staff Writer 26 October 2009
BCP Has Proved To Be Credible - Raditlhokwa
"What we saw in the BCP was that the leaders of the party proved to be humble to the electorate. The party proved to be stable and organised. The other important thing is that the members, especially the youth, felt a sense of belonging and ownership...
Kopano Olesitse
Correspondent 26 October 2009
FCC Takes Action Against Illegal Vendors
The council's senior public relations officer, Priscilla Gulubane said they are concerned by the many street vendors who either operate without licences or in illegal places. "People with hawkers' licences are not expected sell in one place. They...
Isaac Pinielo
Correspondent 26 October 2009
Botswana Celebrates Pink Hijab Day
Local representative of the Pink Hijab movement, Fatima Fakier Deria said the day has been observed in North America, Europe and the Middle East. South Africa celebrated the day for the first time last year. "Botswana will participate for...
Ephraim Keoreng
Staff Writer 26 October 2009
Kutlwano Police Record 25 Rape Cases
The crime statistics also show that from July to September this year, the station recorded 49 cases of burglary and theft; 32 house breakings; 15 robberies; one motor vehicle theft as well as 27 cases of motor break-in. Assistant Superintendent Alec...
Kopano Olesitse
Correspondent 26 October 2009
A Visit To Tswapong
In 1980, the average population of Tswapong settlements was about 700 people. Tswapong region has many of the economic patterns that characterise rural Botswana. It offers no employment opportunities in the form of locally based manufacturing...
Kopano Olesitse
Correspondent 26 October 2009
The Youngest Legislator
He is also quick to point out that he spent sleepless nights proving the endorsement right. Born in 1978 in Skondomboro village, in the Okavango district, the debutant and youthful Member of Parliament (MP) for Okavango says abject poverty and...
Baboki Kayawe
Staff Writer 26 October 2009
DK absence deals Motswaledi death blow
In its judgement, the DC indicated that it found Motswaledi guilty of undermining President Ian Khama because Kwelagobe did not make an appearance to defend him. The DC slapped a five-year ban on Motswaledi who was accused of bringing the name of the...
STAFF WRITER 27 October 2009
Govt purges the 'foreign legion' from the pulpit?
The president of the BCC, Reverend Mpho Moruakgomo, says the move will strengthen church leadership in Botswana and that the voice of the Church is often not loud enough partly because of the expatriate factor. The removal of the exemption means...
BAME PIET
Staff Writer 27 October 2009
Breast cancer kills more than HIV/AIDS
"Therefore, we need to encourage prevention and early detection in order to lower these statistics to acceptable levels," Julia Bindonde said at the Breast Cancer Awareness Day in Gaborone on Saturday. She stated that in Botswana, cancer of the...
MARANYANE NGWANAAMOTHO
Staff Writer 27 October 2009
Former mayor in court for alleged poaching
Dinale, who just won the council seat in the recent general elections, appeared for mention in the Palapye Magistrates Court last Friday. He is out on bail after First appearing in court on June 29. He and an unidentified companion were arrested and...
ONALENNA MODIKWA
Staff Writer 27 October 2009
Dangerous suspects delay robbery case
Edwin Ncube wanted to be tried separately because some of his co-accused cannot come to court unless there is armed escort. He said the case has been dragging for too long because his fellow defendants are still waiting for the escort. "The...
PATRICIA MAGANU
Staff Writer 27 October 2009
Lawyer decries lack of access to justice
Speaking at the Law Society of Botswana cocktail party to honour senior legal practitioners in Gaborone last Saturday, Doreen Khama said access to justice is a fundamental right, just like education and healthcare. She urged legal brains in the...
MARTIN NYIRENDA
Correspondent 27 October 2009
Church must help ensure food security - BCC chief
Speaking at the Botswana Council of Churches, (BCC) food security workshop in Gaborone BCC president reverend Mpho Moruakgomo said that priests and pastors should be at the forefront in helping the society alleviate poverty. They should help the poor...
EPHRAIM KEORENG
Staff Writer 27 October 2009
The disabled urged to have self-confidence
Speaking at a graduation ceremony at Re Ka Kgona Centre for the Disabled in Selebi-Phikwe last week, a representative of the Botswana Council of Disabled, Charles Obed, said people with disabilities must also play a role achieving in the goals of...
CALISTUS KOLANTSHO
Correspondent 27 October 2009
Community junior secondary school comes to Gerald
He said the project was included in the National Development Plan 10 (NDP 10) but because of the current economic recession, it has been put on hold adding that it will be resuscitated as soon as funds become available. Macha was responding to a...
KOPANO OLESITSE
Correspondent 27 October 2009
Motswaledi stood for what is right
We are told how he has undermined the authority of the party and how he carried himself in a manner that is unlike a standard bearer of a great movement that is democratic, visionary, diligent, compassionate and extra-ordinary. In the 60-day window...
*NDABA GAOLATHE 27 October 2009
BCP president's speech
This was the largest election in the history of our nation. Thank you, for exercising responsible citizenship - this can only strengthen our nation going forward. The results of the elections are now common course. The Electoral Commission has...
*GILSON SALESHANDO 27 October 2009
Zim crisis needs urgent attention
It is important to note that the agreement to form a government of national unity was formed as the last resort after other processes failed to work. The long-ruling ZANU-PF refused to honour the democratic process and listen to the voice of the...
EDITOR 27 October 2009
AS I SEE IT
A young Motswana, who with belated hindsight was misled by a number of attributes we claimed to possess and outsiders said indeed we had: a people imbued with botho, ruled by a democratic constitution, a government system with checks and...
MICHAEL DINGAKE 27 October 2009
Cartoon Strip 27.10.09
27 October 2009
Investors take risk as BSE shines again
Last week, investor appetite for risk sharpened as evidenced by higher demand for stocks, especially those of large caps. During the week, investors' attention shifted to heavily capitalised counters such as Barclays and FNBB and middle capitalised...
BRIAN BENZA
Staff Writer 27 October 2009
De Beers production falls 40 percent in third quarter
According to an interim results statement by Anglo American Plc, which owns a 45 percent stake in the company, the third quarter production brings the total output for 2009 to 14.476 million carats. The Oppenheimer family and the Botswana government...
BRIAN BENZA
Staff writer 27 October 2009
Pairing costs in BBR house
"I strongly believe that the main reason why I was evicted was the fact that I was paired with Liz, and therefore, my fate depended on her," he said in an interview with Showbiz. However, he added that things are unpredictable in reality shows and...
GASEBALWE SERETSE
Staff Writer 27 October 2009
Radio presenters are not fair - One Muscle
One artiste could have loads of talent work hard to produce the type of music that could earn them critical acclaim, but still struggle to penetrate the market and make good bucks. Another musician could just come up with an ensemble of instruments...
CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Correspondent 27 October 2009
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