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Lesaso on the move in Shoshong
This is because Shoshong is in the heartland of the Bamangwato territory, where the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) reigns supreme. However, the BNF parliamentary candidate, Aubrey Lesaso, nearly caused a major upset as he polled 3,203 votes...
LEKOPANYE MOOKETSI
Correspondent 02 September 2010
Inside Nchindogate - in their own words
The most high-profile of the state witnesses to appear this week was former director of the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime, Tymon Katlholo. He had been sitting outside in a chair waiting for his turn as one witness went through the...
02 September 2010
Chillyboy: from chillie mouth to angelic vision
He says this was never a problem because his mother wore hats for both mother and father and taught him a lot of things a man needs to know. As a youngster, Chillyboy was naughty just like most children his age. He says he is glad that his...
Nelson Direng
Correspondent 02 September 2010
Khama magic could favour BDP in Tonota North
What has remained constant about the constituency is its high level of poverty and illiteracy relative to the country's economic performance. In the absence of ideological differences between the Botswana Democratic Party and the Botswana Congress...
Edward Bule
Correspondent 02 September 2010
Hobona has a chance in Tonota North
Hobona will be slugging it out with Fidelis Mmilili Molao of the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) and Mbayani Phalalo of Marx, Engels, Lenin and Stalin or (MELS) although the latter seems to be not visible in the contest. In last year's general...
Isaac Pinielo
Correspondent 02 September 2010
The hyena: the not-so-evil environment cleaner
According to Tswana beliefs, the witches and wizards prefer to ride the animal during their nocturnal activities despite some of them having more convenient modes of transport. Horrifying stories of hyena being spotted clad in curious accessories...
GASEBALWE SERETSE
Staff Writer 02 September 2010
As I See It
When he was interviewed before his inauguration as President he said that much and he repeated the credo in interviews with local and foreign newspapers. He is nostalgic about his army days and now that those days are over he daydreams...
MICHAEL DINGAKE 02 September 2010
Project Syndicate
BEIJING: Reports about labour shortages, wage disputes, and wage increases for migrant workers in China have abounded of late. They naturally raised concerns, or expectations, that China's labour-cost advantages may be disappearing. It is...
Fan Gang 02 September 2010
Results in HIV/AIDS fight, says BCL Mine
Speaking during a workshop organised by the BCL Mine Wellness Department and attended by local stakeholders at Makhubu Club, Mphathi said they have begun to see improvements in the productivity capacity of the employees who are infected and affected...
Correspondent 02 September 2010
Soldier faces drunk driving charges
The 33 year-old Mishingo Thapisa of Maun BDF Camp appeared before Selebi-Phikwe principal magistrate, Thato Mujaji this week. He pleaded not guilty to the charges but the magistrate ruled that he has a case to answer. Thapisa chose to give the court...
CALISTUS KOLANTSHO
Correspondent 02 September 2010
Fun day for children at SOS Village
The fun event also gave the children the opportunity to dj their songs of choice with the World Cup 2010 track, Waka waka by Shakira and Freshlyground proving a popular hit with the children. According to the convener of the event, Thabiso Nasha,...
02 September 2010
BOSETU to adopt new name
Speaking to Mmegi, the secretary general Mogomotsi Motshegwe said congress resolved to open membership to pre-primary teachers, tertiary lecturers and other sectors of education. He explained that this means that BOSETU will no longer be a...
CHANDAPIWA BAPUTAKI
Staff Writer 02 September 2010
Seretse stands accused
Yesterday at the Village Magistrates Courts, Seretse was hauled before Barnabas Nyamadzabo, a magistrate who only three days ago officially referred to Seretse in sartorial salutations. On this day he has no occasion to refer to Seretse in lofty...
Staff Writer 02 September 2010
Tobacco adverts on clothes could lead to a fine
Advertising of tobacco in Botswana is criminal, intended or not. The tricky thing is that advertisers can use consumers without realising that they (consumers) are being used. The Ministry of Health recently released a public notice...
MARANYANE NGWANAAMOTHO
Staff Writer 02 September 2010
Longer wait for accused Sebele
Yesterday, the prosecution and the defence agreed on June 24-25, 2011 as suitable trial dates for all parties involved. Previously the matter was tentatively set for February 24-25, 2011. While the prosecution, represented by Mpho Letswalo, said the...
GREG KELEBONYE
Staff Writer 02 September 2010
Our Heritage
Both buildings are modestly impressive. But the more recent photo - which I took last week - does illustrate the very limited change that has occurred in the intervening 31 years - grass has been planted and little sit-me-downs have been implanted in...
SANDY GRANT 02 September 2010
Project Syndicate
This tax-free jamboree of patriotism was ostensibly non-partisan (otherwise it could not have been tax-free). The main organiser and speaker was Glenn Beck, the right-wing populist radio and TV personality, who promised to restore not only the...
IAN BURUMA 02 September 2010
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02 September 2010
Gold climbs above $1,250/oz on economic concerns
Spot gold hit a high of $1,251.45 an ounce and was at $1,250.55 an ounce at 0920 GMT, against $1,248.99 late in New York on Tuesday. Silver hit its highest since May 17 at $19.53 an ounce and was later at $19.42 an ounce against $19.34. Deutsche...
02 September 2010
Barclays announces Johnson's replacement
Usman Ahmed, the incumbent managing director of Commercial Banking at Barclays Africa, has been appointed Acting MD of Barclays Botswana. According to the bank, Usman brings with him 18 years of experience in commercial banking in various markets...
02 September 2010
IMF trims Botswana deficit forecast
Government anticipates a P12.1 billion deficit, equivalent to 12.2 percent of the forecast 2010/11 Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of P99.70 billion. The IMF's prediction for the deficit - based on the government's GDP projections - is thus...
MBONGENI MGUNI
Staff Writer 02 September 2010
Israeli building resumes after killings
The shooting of the settlers near the volatile West Bank city of Hebron drew condemnation from all parties involved in negotiations that are due to begin in Washington today. The response of settlement leaders could further strain an already...
02 September 2010
Education one of SA's biggest failures, says de Klerk
Many of the poor states in Africa have better education than we have in South Africa Speaking at an SA Teachers' Union symposium in Port Elizabeth on Monday, De Klerk said the country was not ready for Outcomes-Based Education and would not be...
02 September 2010
Serbia and SA in tit-for-tat deal
In return, South Africa will back Serbia in its plea to the United Nations to refrain from granting full independence to Kosovo, which broke away from Serbia following a brutal war in 1998. Kosovo unilaterally declared independence in 2008 and is...
02 September 2010
Zimbabwe's Marange gem output to rise
The government says it has stockpiled 4,5 million carats from its two joint venture mines in Marange since January and that it sold its first stones last month after approval from global diamond industry regulator, the Kimberley Process (KP). "With...
02 September 2010
Gifted craft woman needs a roof over her products
As for us the youngsters, we take pride in what our predecessors left behind as part of our culture. Take a look at Tsodilo Hills and how much income they bring in through tourists. The art left behind by a few now benefits the whole...
KEABETSWE NEWEL
Correspondent 02 September 2010
Domboshaba cultural village in the offing
The cultural village will be the centre for the preservation, development and promotion of Kalanga heritage. The cultural village will be built near the Domboshaba ruins and a plan for the proposed development has already been drawn. Speaking...
MPHO TLALE
Correspondent 02 September 2010
Sedibeng slated to tour Europe
Speaking to Showbiz in an interview, an elated publicity and marketing officer, Kelebogile Moapare, said that during the Euro Tour, the 30-strong group would visit four cities - Uppsala (Sweden), Stockholm (Sweden), Newcastle (United Kingdom) and...
GASEBALWE SERETSE
Staff Writer 02 September 2010
Torres says Liverpool have to find new owners quickly
Torres, who last month pledged his future to the club amid speculation linking him with a move away, also confirmed more than one team had a bid turned down for him this summer. Reiterating his commitment to Liverpool, where he is contracted until...
02 September 2010
UEFA ban vuvuzelas from European competition
The plastic horns became a hallmark of the World Cup in South Africa, producing a monotonous droning sound which provided a backdrop for every match. But they will not be allowed in stadiums in UEFA competitions such as the Champions League, Europa...
02 September 2010
BOBSA squad leaves for Zimbabwe
The BOBSA squad will compete in football, volleyball, table tennis, chess and netball against teams from Zimbabwean tertiary education institutions. BOBSA spokesperson, Atang Tumisang said the games will give players much-needed exposure as it...
MOSAH MOKGANEDI
Correspondent 02 September 2010
Stadium unavailability chokes Miscellaneous
With the defective Serowe Stadium declared unfit to host Premier League games, Miscellaneous use either Francistown or Selebi-Phikwe as its homegrounds just like its Palapye counterpart, Motlakase. Miscellaneous official, Goabamong Sethaba said that...
ONALENNA MODIKWA
Staff Writer 02 September 2010
Under-19 cricket side roar into contention
Their win was the second in a row after the junior side had suffered early defeats to Namibia and Nigeria. Zambia won the toss and elected to bat, managing to score 163 in 48.5 overs. Botswana managed to surpass the total with three wickets in hand...
MQONDISI DUBE
Staff Writer 02 September 2010
Let's rally behind the Zebras
The national team has made a promising start in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers and all they need is to have the whole nation behind them. They will always be divergent views regarding player selection or even the composition of the...
EDITOR 02 September 2010
Lesaso on the move in Shoshong
This is because Shoshong is in the heartland of the Bamangwato territory, where the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) reigns supreme. However, the BNF parliamentary candidate, Aubrey Lesaso, nearly caused a major upset as he polled 3,203 votes...
LEKOPANYE MOOKETSI
Correspondent 03 September 2010
Inside Nchindogate - in their own words
The most high-profile of the state witnesses to appear this week was former director of the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime, Tymon Katlholo. He had been sitting outside in a chair waiting for his turn as one witness went through the...
03 September 2010
Chillyboy: from chillie mouth to angelic vision
He says this was never a problem because his mother wore hats for both mother and father and taught him a lot of things a man needs to know. As a youngster, Chillyboy was naughty just like most children his age. He says he is glad that his...
Nelson Direng
Correspondent 03 September 2010
Khama magic could favour BDP in Tonota North
What has remained constant about the constituency is its high level of poverty and illiteracy relative to the country's economic performance. In the absence of ideological differences between the Botswana Democratic Party and the Botswana Congress...
Edward Bule
Correspondent 03 September 2010
Hobona has a chance in Tonota North
Hobona will be slugging it out with Fidelis Mmilili Molao of the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) and Mbayani Phalalo of Marx, Engels, Lenin and Stalin or (MELS) although the latter seems to be not visible in the contest. In last year's general...
Isaac Pinielo
Correspondent 03 September 2010
The hyena: the not-so-evil environment cleaner
According to Tswana beliefs, the witches and wizards prefer to ride the animal during their nocturnal activities despite some of them having more convenient modes of transport. Horrifying stories of hyena being spotted clad in curious accessories...
GASEBALWE SERETSE
Staff Writer 03 September 2010
As I See It
When he was interviewed before his inauguration as President he said that much and he repeated the credo in interviews with local and foreign newspapers. He is nostalgic about his army days and now that those days are over he daydreams...
MICHAEL DINGAKE 03 September 2010
Project Syndicate
BEIJING: Reports about labour shortages, wage disputes, and wage increases for migrant workers in China have abounded of late. They naturally raised concerns, or expectations, that China's labour-cost advantages may be disappearing. It is...
Fan Gang 03 September 2010
Our Heritage
Both buildings are modestly impressive. But the more recent photo - which I took last week - does illustrate the very limited change that has occurred in the intervening 31 years - grass has been planted and little sit-me-downs have been implanted in...
SANDY GRANT 03 September 2010
Project Syndicate
This tax-free jamboree of patriotism was ostensibly non-partisan (otherwise it could not have been tax-free). The main organiser and speaker was Glenn Beck, the right-wing populist radio and TV personality, who promised to restore not only the...
IAN BURUMA 03 September 2010
BONELA director to receive International Award
This award is in honour of his extraordinary work on human rights for people living with HIV and AIDS. Ndadi, who is among 10 recipients of this award and one of only two Africans will be honoured at a ceremony to be held on Wednesday, November 3 at...
03 September 2010
Derelict Railways property an eyesore
You would be forgiven for thinking that these are just derelict buildings of no use to anyone, such is their state of neglect. Presently, there is a long line of advertising posters, which have obscured the sorry view. Already there are complaints...
KEABETSWE NEWEL
Correspondent 03 September 2010
FCC raids street vendors
One of the vendors, who identified herself as Pelotshweu Chiweru and the Secretary of the group of street vendors operating at the taxi rank, was furious and even had tears running down her cheeks. She said that the FCC personnel did not want to...
KEABETSWE NEWEL
Correspondent 03 September 2010
Students talk about falling pass rate
Various contributory factors have been cited for poor results. Even some students accept that they are partly to blame for poor results. Those interviewed noted that there is more focus on fashion, partying and clubbing amoung their peers than...
RUSSO LUMA
Correspondent 03 September 2010
The industrious Gwati
Surprisingly, some Batswana, who are far younger are either dependants on their parents or the government. Of course, there are those who have to be taken care of - people living with disabilities, the aged or those whose health condition would just...
RUSSO LUMA
Correspondent 03 September 2010
Basarwa launch appeal over right to water
In July, Justice Walia dismissed the Basarwa's application for permission to use a well on their lands inside the Central Kalahari Game Reserve, expressing sympathy for the government's position that 'having chosen to settle at an uncomfortably...
03 September 2010
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