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A security strategy for the 21st Century
As with the politics pursued in the Obama administration's 16 months of office - dialogue, international commitment, nuclear non-proliferation and disarmament - the document's strength lies in the position that it takes. The Security Strategy is a...
JAVIER SOLANA 26 July 2010
What is wrong with the civil service: a custom(er's) perspective
For many African countries functionality in the civil service was greater in the first two decades after independence than the decades that followed. The rot in African civil services set in the mid to late 1970s and accelerated during the 1980s as...
TITUS MBUYA 26 July 2010
State-media relations in Botswana
The 1980s can be regarded as Botswana's decade of economic growth. It was then that the country was upgraded from a low-income to a middle-income country. Several independent newspapers emerged, to all intents and purposes as a spin-off of the...
26 July 2010
Europe's banks, Europe's crisis
How could this happen when all problems had seemingly been resolved during May's EU summit meeting, which created a European Financial Stability Facility (EFSF) and ensured total funding of close to $1 trillion? If all the resources promised...
* DANIEL GROS 26 July 2010
BNF's Mohammed Khan speaks out
Mmegi: Which religion do you subscribe to? Khan: I am a Muslim Mmegi: Are you married?Khan: Yes, with four children-two boys and two girls. Mmegi: What are your hobbies? Khan: I love playing tennis and also used to play football. But still...
26 July 2010
Is Facebook a 'tool' for cheating spouses?
She had recently recovered from a bout with depression and dependence on prescription drugs, and he thought reconnecting with old friends would help get her out of her rut. But he says he became increasingly suspicious of her social networking...
26 July 2010
Obama warns Africans of Al Qaeda racism
A US official meanwhile branded Al-Qaeda, linked to the Somalia-based Shebaab group, which claimed the attacks, as "racist," as the United States cranked up its diplomatic response to increasingly active extremists in Africa. Obama, leveraging his...
26 July 2010
Moupo vacates the driver's seat
Mmegi: You first became the president of BNF at the Kanye congress of 2001. Why did you want to become president of BNF? Moupo: The initiative did not come from me. It came from other party comrades and party elders who pursued me to become party...
26 July 2010
Tswaipe: soldier who ordered the shooting of three white men
As expected the shooting of the white men by a black soldier made headlines internationally. According to the Daily News of Monday, April 3 1978, a Botswana Defence Force (BDF) patrol led by the 30-year-old Tswaipe went to a game farm in the Tuli...
GASEBALWE SERETSE
Staff Writer 26 July 2010
'Gil' Saleshando speaks
Mmegi - You have been in politics for decades now, and people know you as one of those old school opposition politicians to whom politics is almost a spiritual engagement. How did you come to the decision of finally walking away from your...
26 July 2010
There's need for media to reform
One would expect a country like Botswana, which is making much progress economically at a faster pace than most African countries, to depart from traditional styles of broadcasting for the latest trends. I believe there is need for reform in order to...
DON-MARTIN TAKUDWA WHANDE
Correspondent 26 July 2010
Our Heritage
In the immediate foreground, there is a group of four people, Ulla Gowenius is talking with Kgosi Linchwe and beside them are the Oodi councillor M. Moeng and the Headman, Mochele Semele. Behind them, Peder Gownius is talking with District...
SANDY GRANT 26 July 2010
Xenophobia not over: ACDP
"The ACDP condemns the xenophobic violence and intimidation that has occurred in Kya Sands since Sunday night, but welcomes the strong police presence there," said African Christian Democratic Party Gauteng leader Lydia Meshoe in a...
26 July 2010
US announces new sanctions against North Korea
She said the measures would target Pyongyang's sale and purchase of arms and import of luxury goods, and would help prevent nuclear proliferation. An international inquiry blamed North Korea for sinking the warship, but Pyongyang has denied any...
26 July 2010
Going back to Takatokwane village
As the Mmegi team comprising Moreri Sejakgomo and I leave the city of Gaborone, I cannot help but wonder whether I am going to be met with a lot of changes in the area. I try to push all the bad memories that I have about Takatokwane to the back of...
GASEBALWE SERETSE
Staff Writer 26 July 2010
Takatokwane stirs to life with modern houses
Some 20 years ago, the village looked desolate and it was hard to access it but today, Takatokwane is connected to Letlhakeng by a nicely tarred road. Yes, it is true that most of the yards have unsightly mud huts but there are modern houses...
GASEBALWE SERETSE
Staff Writer 26 July 2010
Zambia's Lewanika could be TAZARA's messiah
LUSAKA: You don't get small talk with Akashambatwa Mbikusita-Lewanika. The long time Zambian technocrat fashions himself as a man with a great deal of both idealism and practicality. In private briefings, as in press interviews, he exudes...
26 July 2010
Israel: A failing colonial project?
In order to firmly secure its existence - as firmly as that is possible for any state - a settler state has to overcome three challenges. It has to solve the native problem; break away from its mother country; and gain the recognition of neighboring...
* M. SHAHID ALAM 26 July 2010
Leading the nation from the crossroads
Our common values and vision for the future of this country have compelled us to come together under one roof. We have demonstrated maturity by not allowing the minor differences we may have had in the past to over shadow the many attributes...
* DUMELANG SALESHANDO 26 July 2010
Fear drives Zim migrants home
"I am left with little money on me because I left South Africa in a hurry and before my employer could pay me. All the transport operators are saying my money is too little and I don't know how I am going to leave this place [the bus terminus],"...
26 July 2010
Serojane And Her Beauty Products
It also helps maintain a constant body temperature. The dermis also plays a role in physical appearance; the finer it is the more the element of beauty becomes apparent. It is the aesthetic nature of the skin that has seen beauty product companies...
Baboki Kayawe
Staff Writer 26 July 2010
History Revived In The Spirit Of Umoja
The Umoja show is one of the most elaborate, detailed and honest shows ever made about the history of black people in South Africa. Umoja tells the story of Indigenous South African music right up to the modern Kwaito. During the two hour show,...
26 July 2010
'Top In The World' Award For Al-Nur Student
The Principal of Al Nur School, A.M Khan said that Sekgabo's award is a record in history, and recognises the high level of commitment of both learners and staff at Al Nur School. "It is an incredible honour to receive this World Award and it...
26 July 2010
Woman Stripped For Wearing Miniskirt
The woman clad in a skimpy skirt, had just entered the bus rank and passed the vendors in front of the waiting room on her way to the combis on the other side. As she strolled into the rank, she met raging drivers and conductors who shouted at her,...
Isaac Pinielo
Correspondent 26 July 2010
BNF Ravings Preempt Opposition Unity
Several speakers dismissed BMD as "BM Domkrag", claiming that the party's policies will not be different from those of the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP). BMD members broke away from the BDP. The BNF officials said some of the people who...
Lekopanye Mooketsi
Correspondent 26 July 2010
Choppies Gaborone Fires 14
Only two old faces remain after the shop hired new staff. Choppies' head of human resources, Ben Steggling, says the workers confessed in written statements that they colluded to rob the shop, and also pleaded that they should not be...
Monkagedi Gaotlhobogwe
Staff writer 26 July 2010
Family Torn At Teacher's Burial
There were repeated calls for calm as hundreds of distraught mourners braved the chilly morning wind to bid farewell to Shadrack. The Ramabya's have sworn to leave no stone unturned in finding out what led to his disappearance and eventual...
Mosah Mokganedi
Correspondent 26 July 2010
Mokaila Defends 2010 FIASCO
He was commenting on a motion tabled two weeks ago by the Leader of the Opposition and MP for Gaborone West Sout, Botsalo Ntuane, who wants the government to institute a Commission of Enquiry to determine why, despite massive investment of public...
Bame Piet
Staff Writer 26 July 2010
Molao Jubilant, Daniel Sour
Molao garnered 778 votes, beating his closest competitor and newcomer to BDP politics, Onkabetse Daniel, who got 534.Third came retired deputy permanent secretary, Lewis Malikongwa, with 521 votes while former assistant minister, Olifant Mfa, came...
Ryder Gabathuse
Staff Writer 26 July 2010
Base Sebonego Achieves Success At A Young Age
Not one Base Sebonego. Interestingly, his dream was not founded on bank loans or CEDA loans, but by the age of 30, Sebonego had tasted success, after establishing what would later become the country's first legal aid company, Mosele Legal Services,...
Monkagedi Gaotlhobogwe
Staff Writer 26 July 2010
Yes, Sometimes Meat Glows In The Dark
A 2005 BBC news bulletin tells of how Australians were alarmed by reports of glowing meat, and as with the Molepolole case, there were fears of radioactive contamination. At that time The New South Wales Food Authority assured the population the glow...
Greg Kelebonye
Staff Writer 26 July 2010
Glowing Chicken Feet Alarm Villagers
The chicken feet would also bring her an endless stream of visitors, not just from Motiketsana ward, but also from other wards in Molepolole and indeed newspaper reporters. The chicken feet glowed in the dark! And do not be so quick to dismiss her...
Greg Kelebonye
Staff Writer 26 July 2010
Mmadinare Elephant Sales Raise 'Only' P422,000
They had anticipated that they would raise P615,100. The highest bid for a single elephant was P19,000. Mmadinare Development chairman, Moseki Moseki, said they failed to raise the anticipated amount because buyers decide the price of the...
Onalenna Modikwa
Staff Writer 26 July 2010
Total Abjection For Moshopa Family
All 18 of them in this dump! Young children in shorts in the horror of the wintry elements take up most of the space in the little hellhole. Forty-two-year old Judith Johane, who looks twice her age, assumes the role of family spokesperson in the...
Baboki Kayawe
Staff Writer 26 July 2010
Stompie Says 'No To Bojalwa, 'Yes' To Gemere
Stompie features in the 12-track anti-alcohol album sponsored by the Ministry of Health launched on Friday with pomp at GaMma-Masire, where he was among the artists performing to hundreds of youthful revellers. The award winning kwaito-kwasa...
Monkagedi Gaotlhobogwe
Staff Writer 26 July 2010
Soul Food
Although this may be the case, we should not nevertheless become too complacent and think that all is well in paradise. The fight continues and nutrition is always at the rescue and sound management of all disease conditions. That aside, the...
BOITSHEPO GIYOSE 26 July 2010
Talking Musika
Had I been the planner of the 'culture indaba' that happened two weeks ago, I would have chosen the right name for the oaccasion in the first place. This was not an 'indaba' in the Zulu sense of the word, or 'pitso' in Setswana. It was a...
RAMPHOLO MOLEFHE 26 July 2010
Designer Outfits Add Sparks to Zeus' Birthday Bash
The Showtime team arrived around 9 pm to find champagne freely flowing at the entrance of the magnificently decorated venue fit for a king's birthday celebrations. The rapper's 24th birthday party, dubbed 'Zeus Celebrity Catwalk Party' started with...
Frederick Kebadiretse
Staff Writer 26 July 2010
'Women Of Jazz' To Raise Funds For Childline
The jazz ensemble comprising Punah Gabasiane, Nnunu Ramagotsi, Kearoma Rantao and Nono Siile, made the announcement at a press conference held at the Golf Club last week. Punah described themselves as "friends in music". She said they...
Lekopanye Mooketsi
Correspondent 26 July 2010
SA's Keke Comes To Town
Phoofolo is expected to share the stage with tried and tested local gospel artist in Mpho Nakedi, Phempherethe Pheto, Mmereki Marakakgoro and the Hosana Gospel Choir. The director of Hosana Gospel Ministers Thatayaone Matlapeng said they decided to...
Mosah Mokganedi
Correspondent 26 July 2010
BISA 2010 Games 'Better Organised'
"I think this time around the games have been better organised despite a few problems we encountered in terms of accommodation of students. We, however, did our best to make sure everyone was accommodated within the periphery of the games," she...
Frederick Kebadiretse
Staff Writer 26 July 2010
We're Stiil On Double Action Marriage-Botana
"For as long as we are both happy, we will continue with the sponsorship," Botana said. He added that they are motivated by the team's exceptional performance in the league. Botana said this in an interview after unveiling a P50,000 sponsorship for...
Mosah Mokganedi
Correspondent 26 July 2010
'Mary-Mary' Calls It A Day
"I'm proud to announce my retirement from the game and it's something I've thought about but after the World Championships which were in Venezuela this year, I thought it was the right time to leave. "I believe that I have achieved whatever I wanted...
Tshepo Molwane
Staff Writer 26 July 2010
Kabelano Charity Cup Stalemate Unresolved
According to Premier League General Manager, Phuthego Setete, they have reached an understanding with Kabelano Trust and have passed the matter on to BFA to consult with Premier League sponsors, Be MOBILE. Phuthego said there is a clause in the...
Mosah Mokganedi
Correspondent 26 July 2010
Shoddy Work, BPL Assembly Adjourned
The meeting came to a stall immediately as the incumbent Premier League chairperson, Mokganedi 'Mike' Molefe, asked the delegates to adopt the agenda, which included, among others, a report by the BPL general manager, Setete Phuthego, and appointment...
Frederick Kebadiretse
Staff Writer 26 July 2010
Etsha crowned COPA Coca-Cola Champs
The dull final ended in a 1-1 draw at full time. It seemed to be heading for a goalless draw until a late second half goal by Mabogo captain Mabogo Diepo who converted from the penalty spot after the Etsha defence committed a foul inside the...
Frederick Kebadiretse
Staff Writer 26 July 2010
Acknowledge Media In Culture Promotion
Sadly, it does not appear that the private media was thought about as part of the recent 'cultural pitso' apparently driven by the Ministry of Youth, Sport and Culture. But the very fact that the event took place adds to evidence that there is...
EDITOR 26 July 2010
Two Possibilities Of Botswana Politics
I am excited by both. I do not turn myself into a mascot during the Zebras' games but I have committed to attend all home-based matches. In fact should they qualify for AFCON I suspect I will be one of the travellers. I too add to the gnash of teeth...
26 July 2010
Etecetera II
A first suggestion that all might not be well with this Show came, when driving through Molepolole, we were unable to find a single sign directing people to it. The next cause for concern was that none of the five or six different people from whom...
SANDY GRANT 26 July 2010
Health Chat
Could the hernia or the medication she takes for it cause the lung trouble? Answer Neither your mother's hiatus hernia nor her medication could have brought on the problems with her lungs. Emphysema is a progressive disease cause d by damage to the...
KARIN BHAGAT 26 July 2010
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