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Making society a big classroom
I had, as it had happened, been in Bonn, Germany, the previous week, where I had been invited as a recipient member of the Right Livelihood Award in 1981. I have regularly attended the intervening gatherings of the RLA in the years gone by. I had...
* PATRICK VAN RENSBURG 14 October 2010
The dynamics around the Seretse case
Temperatures rose and the musty air inside the crowded court made bodies clammy and breathing a bit difficult. But it was not just the temperatures that rose, tempers could not be kept in check. At one stage the prosecution's Rahman Khan had to...
14 October 2010
Nurses shirk multiple duties, health system trembles
This action has within a few days caused more pain and suffering and left the beneficiaries of these non-nursing duties panic-stricken and disappointed. Nyalalani Moipolai maintains that "this issue of the nurses has to be resolved as soon as...
Ike Vavi
Correspondent 14 October 2010
Media silent on climate change - journalists
Telling a tale of 'the revenge of nature' against mass production and consumerism that caught the human race in pursuit of technological and economic gains, this war of economies against nature has complexities due to the complex nature of the issue...
Baboki Kayawe
Staff Writer 14 October 2010
Rothschilds espouse vision 2016 ideals
The couple have embraced the ideals of one of the pillars of Vision 2016: to make Botswana 'an informed and educated nation'. The couple are fulfilling this by building libraries in the country, through their self-funded organisation, Bob & Sara...
Lekopanye Mooketsi
Correspondent 14 October 2010
CA reaches for new heights at Kgale hill
Their business of 22 years, CA Sales & Distribution, is less based on tenders from the government and more on fast moving consumer goods in the retail and wholesale trade. Their 120 trucks criss-cross the length and breadth of Botswana, from...
14 October 2010
Hawkers, vendors, a Key part of the economy
Known variously as the subterranean, the hidden, underground, shadow, secondary, black, invisible or parallel sector, this sector faces many challenges. The growth of the informal sector in general and the vendors and hawkers in particular, is...
14 October 2010
BNF Youth League position on Constituency Football League
We have watched proceedings surrounding the much talked about Constituency Tournament formerly 'Constituency League'. We would like to bring to FIFA's attention the following observations not just from a political point but also from...
14 October 2010
Know your labour rights
There have been instances where employers, with or without the knowledge of the union, attempt to implement a pending wage negotiation issue to non union employees. In most instances, the employer's attitude is intended to put pressure on the trade...
Mpho Ngwato 14 October 2010
What is in store for Matome and Nchindo
Count One and Two: Giving false information to a civil servant - Three years. Matome was found guilty of giving false information to a person employed in the public service contrary to Section 131 of the Penal Code. In Count One, Matome...
14 October 2010
Free at last!
Contrary to earlier projections, the men's rescue moved faster and smoothly, with each rescue coming at 440 minute intervals. Florencio Avalos became the first man to reach the surface and as he emerged from the 'phoenix', the missile-like...
14 October 2010
BDP central committee to address Mogapi electorate
Dintwa left the ruling party in June, only a month after he was elected to the position of deputy chairman of the BOMASE region. Chairman of the region, Nathaniel Moribame confirmed that the party central committee would descend on the ward next...
ONALENNA MODIKWA
Staff Writer 14 October 2010
BCP to use private members bills for debate
Speaking at a press conference held yesterday in Tlokweng, Saleshando announced that when parliament opens next month, he will present two bills; one on Freedom of Information and the other on HIV/AIDS and Employment. "The workplace has become...
EPHRAIM KEORENG
Staff Writer 14 October 2010
Teachers disrupt schools' programme
While negotiations are still taking place for overtime payment to be made for working undefined hours, impatient teachers last month began implementing the eight hour programme thus disrupting classes and affecting the double shift system as well as...
STAFF WRITER 14 October 2010
Nchindo, Matome bail application hits a snag
Nchindo and Matome were found guilty of graft on Monday by High Court-bound Regional Magistrate, Lot Moroka. Immediately after conviction, their attorneys, led by Parks Tafa approached the High Court for bail pending sentencing on October...
ISAIAH MOREWAGAE
Staff Writer 14 October 2010
Bargaining Council registration delays due to union war
Trainers and Allied Workers Union (TAWU) and the Botswana Government Workers Union (BOGOWU) yesterday submitted to the Commissioner of Labour a notice to convene a last chance mediation meeting following last month's meeting where the commissioner...
CHANDAPIWA BAPUTAKI
Staff Writer 14 October 2010
Allegations of nepotism at Urban Police Station
Speaking on condition of anonymity the officers said that just last Friday there was an auction at the station of goods recovered from suspected thieves and other lawbreakers. Among the goods that were sold were three computers, the source said,...
BAME PIET
Staff Writer 14 October 2010
'The annual Domboshaba Festival is on the right track'
DOMBOSHABA: The Domboshaba Cultural Festival has been held annually since 2000 with the objective of preserving the Ikalanga language and culture. Over the years, there have been debates as to whether the event has achieved either of its original...
14 October 2010
We celebrate with Chile
There were defining moments that will remain forever etched in the minds of millions who watched the event live on TV. One of the rescuers, Manuel Gonzalez, fully aware that entry into the rescue capsule could mean his death took the challenge...
EDITOR 14 October 2010
Who caused the "currency wars"?
Who is to blame for this situation getting so out of control, and what is likely to happen next? The issue is usually framed in terms of whether some countries are "cheating" by holding their exchange rates at an undervalued rate, thus boosting...
* SIMON JOHNSON 14 October 2010
Project Syndicate
October 3, 1989, was the effective date for the implementation of a stunning decision taken barely a month earlier. On August 23, East Germany's House of Representatives, the Volkskammer, voted for unilateral adherence by the East German...
MICHEL ROCARD 14 October 2010
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14 October 2010
China's trade surplus falls to $16.9bn
The US has been among its strongest critics, claiming China deliberately undervalues the yuan, boosting China's exports by making them cheap. China's trade surplus fell to a five-month low of $16.9bn (£10.7bn), down from $20bn in...
14 October 2010
Standard Chartered in share issue
The move follows global rules agreed last month on how much capital banks should hold in reserve. The new regulations, called Basel III, were designed to prevent another financial crisis. Standard said it saw many opportunities for growth across...
14 October 2010
BOCCIM throws lifeline to Childline
The money, which BOCCIM collected from its members, was handed over to the cash-strapped organisation in Gaborone on Monday. In response to an appeal BOCCIM made to its members, Bifm donated P5, 000, KPMG P120, 000, Intek P1, 500, Solar Power P1,...
LEKOPANYE MOOKETSI
Correspondent 14 October 2010
SA plan compels Aviva to 'reassess' Mmamantswe
The project's success is hinged on South Africa's IRP2010, a policy document guiding that nation's energy development, import and consumption plans over the 20-year period to 2030. Eskom and other state energy entities will use the IRP2010 for the...
MBONGENI MGUNI
Staff Writer 14 October 2010
Eminem & Bieber outscore Lady Gaga in AMA nods
But Lady Gaga earned just two nods despite dominating the music industry for the past year. Eminem, back on top of music charts with a best-selling album "Recovery", and Lady Antebellum, earned five nominations each, closely followed by teen idol...
14 October 2010
Grand West to celebrate 9th anniversary
The marketing manager of the establishment, Keamogetse Mathekeng said they are going to throw a big party to thank their customers. The guests will be entertained by resident DJs Small, Fondo and K-Nice. Mathekeng said it has become...
LEKOPANYE MOOKETSI
Correspondent 14 October 2010
BDF band rocks their Zim counterparts
Although the day was a bright one filled with happiness for the general attendants, there was much tension amongst ZNA and BDF contestants. It was clear that the results of the games were to blame for the tension. Things, however, cheered up a little...
KEABETSWE NEWEL
Correspondent 14 October 2010
Culture Spears' Ekentolo Vol 3 defies the odds
Culture Spears have not been the only ones in the popular borankana music to shift focus to afro-pop. The self-styled queen of the sands, Maxy Sedumedi started the trend three years ago with the releases of afro-pop music by the group she...
MONKAGEDI GAOTLHOBOGWE
Staff Writer 14 October 2010
BDF behind the success of famous artists
They include the likes of Lister Boleseng, our jazz sensational and the newly introduced Chedza Fani, who recently showcased his beautiful skills in jazz though his first album, I Am. It is not only in jazz though, because there are also kwasa-kwasa...
KEABETSWE NEWEL
Correspondent 14 October 2010
Japanese company renews volleyball sponsorship
Mikasa and BVF have signed a one year deal worth more than P200,000 to equip the national teams with volleyball kits. The package includes two sets of playing kit for each player, bags, balls and tracksuits. Mikasa started sponsoring volleyball in...
MOSAH MOKGANEDI
Correspondent 14 October 2010
Liverpool move closer to a sale with court win
The board has at least two offers to consider following the ruling which makes the alternative prospect of going into administration less likely. The ruling, which paves the way for a sale of the highly indebted club, was greeted with relief by...
14 October 2010
Phikwe hosts schools athletics meet
The event is organised by Mogomotsi Otsetswe a Botswana Athletics Association (BAA) and International Association of Athletics Federation (IAAF) accredited coach. Otsetswe told Mmegi Sport that the competition, which was first held last year is...
CALISTUS KOLANTSHO
Correspondent 14 October 2010
England struggle, tempers flare in Italy
England, for their part, continue to blow hot and cold after a disappointing Group G goalless draw at Wembley with Montenegro, who thus still top the group with ten points from four games to seven from three for Fabio Capello's men. World champions...
14 October 2010
Rollers to decide on Santos' ruling
"We are currently studying the judgment and will soon make a decision as to whether we will appeal the ruling," Rollers' secretary, Khumo Masonya told Mmegi Sport yesterday. The DC has ordered Rollers to pay P5,000 for each player and docked the club...
BOITUMELO KHUTSAFALO
Staff Writer 14 October 2010
First Division South secure sponsorship
The chairman of the league committee, Tariq Babitseng confirmed to Mmegi Sport that they have secured sponsorship though he gave little details. He said the deal has already commenced with clubs receiving training gear. "The training gear and...
CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Correspondent 14 October 2010
Gabonamong in sensational Zebras return
The Cape Town Santos captain has repeatedly snubbed national team call-ups since last year. But finally, he linked up with the Zebras when they went to Malabo on Sunday night and immediately made a mark. Initially, his club had refused to release him...
THATO KALA
Correspondent 14 October 2010
PM 'fires' Mugabe's envoys
Tsvangirai this week asked countries, including South Africa, not to recognise new ambassadors from Zimbabwe because the diplomatic postings were made "illegally and unconstitutionally". The prime minister said he had told the UN and the EU of his...
14 October 2010
Bashir 'won't accept' alternative to Sudan unity
South Sudanese are due to vote on January 9 on whether they want independence or wish to remain part of a united Sudan. Simultaneously, residents in the contested oil-rich region of Abyei are due to vote on whether they want to be part of north or...
14 October 2010
Making society a big classroom
I had, as it had happened, been in Bonn, Germany, the previous week, where I had been invited as a recipient member of the Right Livelihood Award in 1981. I have regularly attended the intervening gatherings of the RLA in the years gone by. I had...
* PATRICK VAN RENSBURG 15 October 2010
The dynamics around the Seretse case
Temperatures rose and the musty air inside the crowded court made bodies clammy and breathing a bit difficult. But it was not just the temperatures that rose, tempers could not be kept in check. At one stage the prosecution's Rahman Khan had to...
15 October 2010
Nurses shirk multiple duties, health system trembles
This action has within a few days caused more pain and suffering and left the beneficiaries of these non-nursing duties panic-stricken and disappointed. Nyalalani Moipolai maintains that "this issue of the nurses has to be resolved as soon as...
Ike Vavi
Correspondent 15 October 2010
Media silent on climate change - journalists
Telling a tale of 'the revenge of nature' against mass production and consumerism that caught the human race in pursuit of technological and economic gains, this war of economies against nature has complexities due to the complex nature of the issue...
Baboki Kayawe
Staff Writer 15 October 2010
Rothschilds espouse vision 2016 ideals
The couple have embraced the ideals of one of the pillars of Vision 2016: to make Botswana 'an informed and educated nation'. The couple are fulfilling this by building libraries in the country, through their self-funded organisation, Bob & Sara...
Lekopanye Mooketsi
Correspondent 15 October 2010
CA reaches for new heights at Kgale hill
Their business of 22 years, CA Sales & Distribution, is less based on tenders from the government and more on fast moving consumer goods in the retail and wholesale trade. Their 120 trucks criss-cross the length and breadth of Botswana, from...
15 October 2010
Hawkers, vendors, a Key part of the economy
Known variously as the subterranean, the hidden, underground, shadow, secondary, black, invisible or parallel sector, this sector faces many challenges. The growth of the informal sector in general and the vendors and hawkers in particular, is...
15 October 2010
What is in store for Matome and Nchindo
Count One and Two: Giving false information to a civil servant - Three years. Matome was found guilty of giving false information to a person employed in the public service contrary to Section 131 of the Penal Code. In Count One, Matome...
15 October 2010
'The annual Domboshaba Festival is on the right track'
DOMBOSHABA: The Domboshaba Cultural Festival has been held annually since 2000 with the objective of preserving the Ikalanga language and culture. Over the years, there have been debates as to whether the event has achieved either of its original...
15 October 2010
Biopiracy, the intellectual property regime and livelihoods in Africa
Thousands of patents on African plants have been filed. These include brazzeine, a protein 500 times sweeter than sugar from a plant in Gabon; teff, the grain used in Ethiopia's flat 'injera' bread; and thaumatin, a natural sweetener from a plant in...
15 October 2010
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