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Modubule urges Khama to forget democracy
Responding to the State of the Nation Address by Khama, Modubule said yesterday that the President has displayed disregard for democracy in his leadership style. He cited what he called examples of Khama's undemocratic style. He said Khama has...
BAME PIET
Staff Writer 24 November 2009
Foreign votes cost P1.8 million
The money was used to register the external voters, to finance the polling exercise and to transport the ballots back to the country for counting. It is said that 1,646 Batswana residing abroad registered for the 2009 general elections but only...
STAFF WRITER 24 November 2009
BNF postmortem set for next year
At the forum, the BNF will do a postmortem of its disastrous performance in last month's general election. Yesterday, BNF spokesperson Moeti Mohwasa said they postponed the meeting because they had to collect election reports from regions across the...
EPHRAIM KEORENG
Staff Writer 24 November 2009
Police smash Zim cigarette smuggling ring
This is contrary to reports that the culprits have been arrested and slapped with a P15,000 fine. The suspects escaped after the police confronted them, abandoning the contraband. The police recovered 133 boxes containing 66,500...
KARABO SENAME
Staff Writer 24 November 2009
Road death toll down in 2008
Speaking at the launch of the MVA products and services awareness campaign at Mathangwane over the weekend, he said that in 2008, 455 people lost their lives in road accidents, a reduction of 42 from the 2007 figure of 497. "Still in 2008, 20,415...
KOPANO OLESITSE
Correspondent 24 November 2009
Mandunyane drivers threaten strike as fares drop
The drivers say the decision to reduce the fare from P7.50 per passenger to P5.50 was done without consulting them. "A transport officer just came to us and gave us letters stating that we should reduce the fares. This is surprising because we had...
ISAAC PINIELO
Correspondent 24 November 2009
BONELA repeats calls for sex work
BONELA official Annah Chalmas said the move will help sex workers as human beings and give them dignity. Addressing a workshop in Selebi-Phikwe, she stated that sex work must be treated as a labour and economic issue. She asserted that there is great...
ONALENNA MODIKWA
Staff Writer 24 November 2009
Let's preserve land, urges Moatlhodi
He said this as the guest speaker during Tati landboard open day at Tshesebe on Saturday. He said people should preserve land because land does not multiply. "Lefatshe ga le na peo,ga le jwalwe ebile ga le ate," said Moatlhodi at the event held...
KARABO SENAME
Staff Writer 24 November 2009
Residents worry over churches by the river
The villagers say there are no ablution facilities along the riverbanks, yet members of several churches congregate there to worship. They claim that the churches are illegal organisations run by Zimbabweans. An overseer of African churches in...
NDINGILILO GAOSWEDIWE
Correspondent 24 November 2009
DDT benefits outweigh risks - Ntebela
Among the many strategies is the reintroduction of Dichlo Diphenyl Trichloroethane (DDT) in Botswana to fight malaria. The Botswana government reintroduced the use of DDT in October this year after its use was suspended in 1997. Use of this...
MARANYANE NGWANAAMOTHO
Staff Writer 24 November 2009
Lawyers made a killing from Chiluba corruption case
The Ministry of Justice has revealed that US$13 million was the total "damage" in legal fees incurred by the disbanded task force on corruption set up by late president Levy Mwanawasa and that government has in fact not fully settled the legal...
ARTHUR SIMUCHOBA
Correspondent 24 November 2009
AS I SEE IT
But I did mention that perhaps ironically this background might enable him to deliver service by kicking butt. After all, the army does not argue how to do things but focuses on doing things. Notwithstanding that, most knew that as VP he had been...
MICHAEL DINGAKE 24 November 2009
Volunteers must get their dues on time
We view with Khama because this is a countrywide problem affecting these workers. Most of us have come to accept that it is impossible to pay these workers. Government officials make it seem like they have important business to perform and wages for...
EDITOR 24 November 2009
Save the robots
It must be costing inordinate amounts of money to implement this regressive, inefficient "improvement" when the installation of robots to control flow into the existing circle would have accomplished the task far less expensively and with far fewer...
24 November 2009
Madam Venson-Moitoi: A good start!
I further observe, with gratitude, your meeting with institutional SRCs. This is a sign of consultation and transparency; a time to listen to and advice the young leaders accordingly. This has been duly appreciated by one Pako (Gazette: Nov...
24 November 2009
These penalties need a re-think
The regulations as current create an offence, in the event of a driver, not acting as stipulated and before the five year period ends. On each day that the "licensed driver" does not act, (includes Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays when the...
24 November 2009
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24 November 2009
Atlas Copco expands Botswana operations
Last Thursday, Atlas Copco unveiled its glittering Botswana headquarters, from which the group hopes to tap into the country's booming infrastructural development sector. Since taking over Rand Air 11 years ago, Altas Copco Botswana has diversified...
THATO MOSEKI
Correspondent 24 November 2009
Financial counters dominate bourse activity
As the Domestic Companies Index (DCI) put on another 1.45% to end above the 7,400 mark for the first time since December 2008, financial institutions such as FNBB, BIHL and Barclays were the favourites of investors pushing up the bourse...
STAFF WRITER 24 November 2009
Thari ya Sechaba winner Madikwe has compassion for needy children
Shirley, who holds a Diploma in Child Care, was nominated in the Social Welfare category alongside Martinah Mogapi. When receiving the award, the God-fearing and warm-hearted Madikwe was so overwhelmed that she shed tears of joy. She related her...
MAUREEN ODUBENG
Staff Writer 24 November 2009
Vusi on the way to self-destruction?
The duo are entangled in a copyright war after the youngster released the album they worked on together with the producer's consent. the two of them were already having problems following an argument over a key to the house they were sharing in...
CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Correspondent 24 November 2009
BACK STAGE
It is the first full-length feature by the Mexican director, Francisco Vargas. It won first prize at Cannes, for the lead actor and violinist Angel Tavira. At the San Sebastian Film Festival in Spain the movie won first prize. At the Cartagena Film...
SASA MAJUMA 24 November 2009
Sithole's suspension backfires
Sithole was suspended on Friday for what has been termed as 'professional misconduct'. In the absence of Sithole, GU were led by assistant coach Zaahid Jalaal whose tactical acumen seems wanting. The Reds' supporters could only watch helplessly as...
TSHEPO MOLWANE
Staff Writer 24 November 2009
Tlhowe rises to the occasion
Prior to the game, there were concerns about Tlhowe's experience and form after unconvincing performances against BDF XI and TAFIC this season. On the eve of the Sunday duel, Chiefs' officials were running around trying to secure the services of...
TSHEPO MOLWANE
Staff Writer 24 November 2009
Boteti leap forward after ECCO draw
Boteti have had a poor run highlighted by the 6-2 thumping they got from defending champions, Gaborone United two weeks ago. The result saw the club drop to 15th spot but this has changed after the 2-2 draws against struggling Notwane and...
KARABO SENAME
Staff Writer 24 November 2009
BDF XI compounds BMC woes
After coming from behind twice to level the score, Ezinkomo conceded a late goal to succumb to Stanley Mwaanga's side. Perhaps the writing was on the wall when BDF XI surged ahead as early as the fourth minute with Patrick Motsepe taking advantage...
CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Correspondent 24 November 2009
Troopers retain basketball title
Spartans finished second 28 points, two better than Police V. It was not easy sailing for Troopers as Police V held the top spot for the better part of the season, only to falter during the last games. The policemen finished the first round...
FREDERICK KEBADIRETSE
Staff Writer 24 November 2009
Debswana to close Damtshaa until end of 2010
Speaking at Diamond Town Hall Meeting held at the GICC Marole said the mining company's board approved the proposal and they will approach the Minister of Minerals, Energy and Water Resources for approval. "The closure is based on the fact that what...
WANETSHA MOSINYI
Staff Writer 25 November 2009
Ministry allocates 30, 000 plots
A press statement from the ministry, says that the plots were allocated for various uses such as residential, commercial, industrial, agricultural, civic and community. "Of the 30, 155 plots allocated, 9, 337 plots were allocated to the youth," the...
EPHRAIM KEORENG
Staff Writer 25 November 2009
Numbers boost BCP confidence in Parliament
In the 1999 and 2004 general elections, the BCP only had one MP but after a impressive performance in the last polls, the party now feels confident because of better numbers in Parliament. Gaborone Central MP and BCP publicity chief, Dumelang...
LEKOPANYE MOOKETSI
Correspondent 25 November 2009
Time to start planting ripe - Modise
He said that the department of agriculture is prepared to help farmers in need of assistance with crop production. He said that they have already distributed over 75 percent of crop seeds. He advised farmers not to hesitate to contact...
MARANYANE NGWANAAMOTHO
Staff Writer 25 November 2009
NACA welcomes homosexuals
He said that they also provide counselling and treatment to homosexuals. He said that all people infected and affected by HIV/AIDS are treated equally regardless of how they got infected or affected by the disease. "We do not ask anybody how...
MARANYANE NGWANAAMOTHO
Staff Writer 25 November 2009
BCP threatens action against IEC
The BCP issued the warning after they held a postmortem on last month's election. In a letter to the deputy town clerk, Terrance Ntalabgwe, who was the returning officer in the constituency, the BCP, through its Selebi-East chairman Joseph Molambane,...
ONALENNA MODIKWA
Staff Writer 25 November 2009
Villagers up in arms over blocked bridges
The councillor for Senyawe-Butale who reported the matter to Mmegi the previous week, said yesterday that the company at the weekend heaped more sands on the bridges to ensure no one passed through. "They came and put more sand on the bridges. Last...
GALE NGAKANE
Correspondent 25 November 2009
Alleged Zim conman faces deportation
Musemburi has been detained at the Gaborone West Police Station. A police officer at the Gaborone West police station, confirmed that Musemburi has been detained by Immigration officials. He was still in detention on Tuesday. On Monday...
LEKOPANYE MOOKETSI
Correspondent 25 November 2009
The great butchers of the Okavango
During our recent tour of the Okavango, courtesy of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the government of Botswana, I came face to face with the dreaded 'hunters' of the delta. The crocodile has been described by Wikipedia as a...
GASEBALWE SERETSE
Staff Writer 25 November 2009
We need a declaration of assets law
The two are said to be 'living beyond their means' contrary to Section 34 of the Corruption and Economic Crimes Act. They are accused of having assets reflecting a standard of living not commensurate with their present or past known sources of income...
25 November 2009
Towards a constitutional review
The last straw has been the Motswaledi case. We now know that the President of the Republic is above the law and he cannot be sued in his personal and official capacity. Now we understand that we have a constitution that does not protect citizens...
25 November 2009
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25 November 2009
Microsoft launches Windows 7
At an event held in Phakalane for Microsoft customers, partners and members of the media to gain first hand experience of the new products, Microsoft also showcased the new Windows Server 2008 R2 product as...
BRIAN BENZA
Staff writer 25 November 2009
Rollers accept Toldo ruling
Rollers wanted Chiefs to pay P20,000 for the player but the committee ruled that only P7,300 should change hands. Rollers claimed a transfer fee of P3,000; a refund of P4,300 for the player's school fees and a compensation of P12,700 spent to send...
BOITUMELO KHUTSAFALO
Staff Writer 25 November 2009
Volleyball league called off
He said the league has been cancelled and talks are already underway with Mascom for the competition to start early next year. Molaodi stated that there are still contractual issues to be ironed out before the sponsorship deal is sealed. He explained...
MOSAH MOKGANEDI
Correspondent 25 November 2009
Gunners' funeral deal still on the cards
News of the intended sponsorship became public mid this year but since then not much has been heard about the matter. However, Gunners' spokesman, Kitso Dlamini has said that despite the delay, they hope to clinch a deal with the funeral company. He...
LEKOPANYE MOOKETSI
Correspondent 25 November 2009
Zambia's Buffaloes courts Sithole?
The coach is tipped to replace Alfred Lupiya early next year ahead of the new Zambia soccer season. Lupiya has been handling Buffaloes as a caretaker coach since the departure of George Lwandamina two months ago. An impeccable source confirmed...
THATO KALA
Correspondent 25 November 2009
Last man standing in class of 95
That was the year the group was formed and released the debut album Ze Entry, which flopped culminating in the group's 11-year absence from the scene. In 2007 the quartet - Lebona, Loabile Talagae, Karabo Pitso and Reuben Montsho - re-grouped, went...
CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Correspondent 25 November 2009
GabzFM radio station toasts 10th anniversary
GabzFM started broadcasting in 1999 after it was granted a licence by the National Broadcasting Board (NBB). The station's commercial manager, Pamela Gwanzura, said the celebrations kicked off with a classical jam show at Boipuso Hall. They...
LEKOPANYE MOOKETSI
Correspondent 25 November 2009
Think outside the box- Smarts urges fellow artists
Speaking to Showbiz during an interview, the 30-year-old Limkokwing University of Creative Arts lecturer said that there is plenty of raw talent in the country and that local artists only need to come up with catchy concepts in order to make it in...
GASEBALWE SERETSE
Staff Writer 25 November 2009
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