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Romanian government survives first no-confidence vote of the year
A final count showed 212 parliamentarians voted for the opposition's censure motion, compared with 236 needed for a majority in the 471-seat parliament. The motion titled "The Boc Code - Low Wages, High Unemployment, Bankrupt Companies" was tabled...
21 March 2011
Indian Parliament adjourned over Wikileak expose
This took place over Wikileaks exposure that the Congress party paid money to buy some MPs ahead of a vote of confidence over the Indo-US nuclear deal in 2008. Both Houses of Parliament, the Upper House and the Lower House, were adjourned following...
21 March 2011
Japan grapples with multiple woes amid global concerns
At least 5 178 people had been confirmed dead, with more than 8 600 others still missing, local media quoted police as saying early on Thursday. The total death toll was expected to exceed 10 000. The international community was pouring...
21 March 2011
Libyan forces prepare major knockout as world mulls no-fly zone
Libyan government forces have called on rebel militants to lay down their weapons and have promised to pardon anyone who would give up resistance. They also urged residents in the two cities to leave rebel-held locations and arms storage areas. On...
21 March 2011
My unpleasant encounter with security agents
Only a fool takes threats lightly, especially threats of death made by members of elite units of law-enforcement agencies. These guys seem to care less that the world may be listening or watching them when they make threats, which they do with...
21 March 2011
Winning lives for God - Pastor Mubanga
The boat they were sailing in was being rocked by giant tsunamic waves to an extent that the disciples became very afraid, fearing that their boat would capsize and they would perish. But Jesus challenged them, asking why they did not have faith....
GALE NGAKANE
Correspondent 21 March 2011
Of Khama, democracy and the barracks
Khama, the son of the country's first president and a man who has spent much of his life in the barracks, upon picking his deputy it was feared and widely believed that the Republic of Botswana was now under the military junta. Another man from the...
21 March 2011
Arabs and Africans pawns in a chess game
The times though have been difficult these past couple of years. The year 2011 is proving a year of turmoil as the world - from Tokyo through Abidjan to Tripoli, Cairo, Tunis and Manama; and from Harare to Port AU Prince. Foreign policy practitioners...
LAWRENCE OOKEDITSE
Correspondent 21 March 2011
Parents' involvement in child's education: a catalyst to success
FRANCISTOWN: While every parent expects nothing less than academic excellence from their school-going child, not many of them actively play their part. According to the Principal of John Mackenzie Primary School in Francistown, Pieter Langeveldt, the...
21 March 2011
The case against African Union
Africa is in trouble. The 'Dark Continent' or 'mere geographical expression' is, as ex-British PM Tony Blair would rightly observe, a scar in the conscience of the world. And this is all because the continental body dedicated to "promote democratic...
21 March 2011
'With this ring I thee wed'
I stood in the gardens of Fitchlea Primary School before my bride and charismatic Pastor Victor Mashoko, who declared us married on September 5, 2010. I turned slightly and looked at my mother who was full of joy and remembered what my...
21 March 2011
Going beyond the sky
"For me the sky is not the limit. I can go beyond the sky. The word impossible does not exist in my dictionary," says the highly ambitious Malebogo Zilberman. She says people used to tell her she is such a dreamer. The problem was...
GOTHATAONE MOENG
Staff Writer 21 March 2011
Amaglug-glug humiliate young Zebras
A helpless national under-23 side got a heavy 5-0 drubbing at the hands of their South African counterparts in a friendly match played in Lobatse yesterday. The loss is a major dent to Daniel Nare's charges' preparations for a crucial Olympic...
Frederick Kebadiretse
Staff Writer 21 March 2011
Satmos keep dreams alive
FC Satmos kept their dreams of a return to the Premier League alive when they thrashed No Mathata 4-1 on Friday night at the Selebi-Phikwe Stadium. Despite the convincing win, the Cheetahs suffered an early set back when No Mathata took the lead in...
Calistus Kolantsho
Correspondent 21 March 2011
Chiefs bundles out BDF XI
Both teams were not impressive throughout the match although Chiefs dominated play and created a series of chances which they waited nevertheless. BDF XI on the other hand looked out of sorts although they would point a finger at referee Kutlwano...
Chipa Legodimo
Correspondent 21 March 2011
Gunners KO Notwane
*Gunners won 6-5 on penalties Extension Gunners sailed through to the semifinals of the 2011 Coca-Cola Cup edition following a 6-5 penalty shootout win over Notwane in a quarterfinal encounter here on Saturday afternoon. The two Premier League sides...
Frederick Kebadiretse
Staff Writer 21 March 2011
Panthers add to BMC's woes
The result saw bottom-placed BMC remain perched at the basement of the log after only managing two wins in 18 outings this season. The game had a rather uneventful start, with the first three batters of each team unable to get safe on base for the...
Thato Kala
Correspondent 21 March 2011
Rollers' women hold double action
Two of the top teams in the AT & T Monnakgotla women's football league clashed this past Saturday, with Double Action looking to finish the league with an unbeaten run while Township Rollers' women were looking forward towards reducing the gap...
Victor Muyakwabo
Staff Writer 21 March 2011
Barileng is the blitz champion
The event held at Bonatla Restaurant at the Botswana National Productivity Centre(BPC) attracted 49 participants, amongst them such giants as Phemelo Khetho, Providence Oathotse, Thabo Gumpo, Jona Chaka, and Moakofhi Notha. It was one of...
Monkagedi Gaotlhobogwe
Staff Writer 21 March 2011
EMG Gunners Start Rugby League In Style
The Saturday afternoon game was the first league game and the only game played in the northern region. The copper mining town-based EMG Gunners were crowned last year's champions and proceeded to play Hocks in the finals where they lost. With the...
Mogomotsi Buzwani
Correspondent 21 March 2011
Soul Food
I started you off with an attempt to get back in tip-top shape through a simple cleansing and detoxing programme. Are you sticking to it or you are one of those who have already forgotten about their New Year resolutions and are feeling guilty...
Boitshepo Giyose 21 March 2011
Talking Musika
There was a seminar at Falcon Crest, organised by Barolong Seboni and the arts fraternity, on February 10-11 where I discussed 'reporting on culture and music'. In my preliminary notes, I proposed that 'reporting' is a task of journalism to be done...
Rampholo Molefhe 21 March 2011
43 rappers wanna-bes audition for Hub Music Series
The rap competition is organised by Hub Magazine to discover, promote and reward talent among youth. The competition is set to find the hottest Hip Hop Act in Botswana who has song writing, freestyling and performing skills, according to the...
Monkagedi Gaotlhobogwe
Staff Writer 21 March 2011
Scouting team confident of another "Emma Wareus'
Saturday and Sunday the scouting team made up of representatives from the Botswna Council of Women, Dorcas Molefhe, Lucy Dibeela, and a representative from the pageant organisers Leapfrog Communication and Advertising Agency, all told Showtime the...
Monkagedi Gaotlhobogwe
Staff Writer 21 March 2011
The night Flavour Dome went sensual
Heart's highly charged video features the artist who also gives a mind-blowing sensual performance from the first to the last minute. Heart's video from her spoken-word album, Giving Birth To Love, was one of the all-women videos featured on the show...
Monkagedi Gaotlhobogwe
Staff Writer 21 March 2011
DJ Sly's Lobatse show flops
It was clear toward mid-night that the event would not attract such a big crowd as people just filtered in slowly even after other entertainment spots had closed. But the few who came seemed to enjoy themselves as they danced the night away with all...
Chippa Legodimo
Correspondent 21 March 2011
Kennedy Thal brings down the house
The dreadlocked performer on Friday got the Btv Auditorium buzzing, thanks to his enormous stage presence. Even before he could start singing, fans were already screaming uncontrollably. Doing Bruno Mars's Just The Way You Are, Thal set...
Baboki Kayawe
Staff Writer 21 March 2011
Moonga k, Tshegofatso, Mophato dance troupe go for the P50 000
In a closely contested show, the three moved closer to winning the P50 000 top prize ahead of The Royal Tenors, Jika Jive and popular Hip-hop dancers Flexyville. For the first time since the Battle of the Finalists began, the audience showed their...
Gothataone Moeng
Staff Writer 21 March 2011
Southern teams dominate swimming Gala
The event sponsored by Stanbic Bank for P20, 000 for the sixth time, saw the southern teams setting new records in the U-8, U-11, and U-13 categories. Andile Bekker from Thornhill and Lillian Ricco from Northside school scooped the free-style...
Mogomotsi Buzwani
Correspondent 21 March 2011
Rolled over
Holders Township Rollers were on Saturday eliminated out of the Co-Ca-Cola Cup after a shoot-out with Uniao Flamengo Santos. The two teams were level on 1-1 at full time but the youthful Santos' side were no match for the Blues as they won 4-2...
Chippa Legodimo
Correspondent 21 March 2011
'Amended law covers all road crash victims'
The Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Kenneth Matambo, said the results of the last actuarial review revealed that the Fund was in a healthy financial position. However, changes in the mandate of the Fund or increases in the frequency and...
Lekopanye Mooketsi
Correspondent 21 March 2011
Botswana is no.7 for women in senior positions
The 2011 Grant Thornton International Business Report (IBR) ranks Botswana at position seven on the league table for women in senior positions and shows a seven percent increase - from 25 percent in 2009 to 32 percent in 2010. Comments Jay Ramesh,...
Brian Benza
Staff Writer 21 March 2011
Mauritian and Botswana IT outfit launched
A Mauritian and Namibian hybrid known as SILNAM is a minority shareholder in SILBOTS. SIL Mauritius was incorporated in 1989 and provides a large array of ICT services and solutions. Speaking at the launch of the company at GICC last Wednesday,...
Baboki Kayawe
Staff Writer 21 March 2011
IAMGOLD seeks licence for Molomolo
Minerals, Energy and Water Resources Minister, Ponatshego Kedikilwe, told Parliament last week that activities at Mupane could extend to Molomolo. "Mupane has submitted a mining licence application for Molomolo satellite deposit in an effort to...
Mbongeni Mguni
Staff Writer 21 March 2011
Etcetera II
When the President first made it known, some years ago, that he was personally willing to help people with specific problems and complaints and to take whatever action might be necessary, it seemed obvious that he was taking over one of the jobs that...
Sandy Grant 21 March 2011
Health Chat
I have noted many brain training exercises and games that are actually on the market. Do they actually improve our brain power? You are right. The market is overwhelmed with such games claiming to improve your brain power. ...
Kiran Bhagat 21 March 2011
Issues In Education
The Primary School Leaving and Junior Certificate of Education examination results are out and many students have progressed to the next level of education. This progression is based on the students' achievement and attainment in the relevant...
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S.Weeks 21 March 2011
The Winners Code
Bass fish is one of the most common game fish species. It is found in seas, lakes, rivers and ponds. Modern bass fishing has evolved into a multi-billion dollar industry and sport, especially in Europe and North America. Fishing...
George Chingarande 21 March 2011
Botswana Should Sign The S ADC Gender Protocol
This shows that there is determination on the part of the organisations to increase women representation. That determination is borne of appreciation that women can be and are equally as accountable as their male counterparts. Sadly...
21 March 2011
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21 March 2011
Basinyi now a free man
The ruling was made by Justice Lakhvinder Walia last week. In his application, Basinyi felt that his right to a fair trial within a reasonable time has been infringed upon. According to the background of the matter, in May 2002, Basinyi was...
Lekopanye Mooketsi
Correspondent 21 March 2011
Ntwaagae sentencing tomorrow
However, she may not get the death penalty after the state prosecutor concurred with the defence counsel, Shame Taimu that there were extenuating circumstances during the commissioning of the murder. Taimu submitted before Justice Tshosa that on the...
Isaiah Morewagae
Staff Writer 21 March 2011
Mohohlo decries slow promotion of women
She told the International Women's Day Commemorations held at the French ambassadors' residence on Friday that countries like Tanzania, Uganda, South Africa and Rwanda that have surpassed the 30 percent threshold of female representation in decision...
Baboki Kayawe
Staff Writer 21 March 2011
Gaborone acts to cut waiting list for plots
Speaking at the Mayor's Ball last weekend, Lesole also said after the upgrading of Nyerere Drive and North Ring Road there will be a significant reduction in traffic congestion in the capital. Lesole said congestion has eased on neighbouring roads...
Ephraim Keoreng
Staff Writer 21 March 2011
Why flog a dead horse? - Mogalakwe
"As early as March 1988, Parliament passed a motion that urged government to take steps that would ensure Parliament becomes independent of the Office of the President (OP). Nearly 14 years later, in 2003, the then Speaker of Parliament, Matlapeng...
Greg Kelebonye
Staff Writer 21 March 2011
Gloves off as unions' battle continues
The meeting, called by the Directorate of Public Service Management (DPSM), was for the purpose of inviting all the seven recognised unions to a benchmarking tour on the Public Service Bargaining Council in South Africa. This resulted in the...
Chandapiwa Baputaki
Staff Writer 21 March 2011
Police pounce on fleeing beer thief's dozing partner
When the police ordered him to stop, he behaved like one under attack from a swarm of bees and took off as fast as his thieving feet could carry him, dumping the load that he carried in a bucket, which would certainly have slowed him down, judging by...
Maitseo Mololwane
Correspondent 21 March 2011
Whyte Marobela expelled from the BPP
In a letter to him dated March 16th and signed by the party secretary for constitutional and legal affairs, Kumbulani William, the party central committee says that it has unanimously endorsed a recommendation by the National Executive...
Edward Bule
Correspondent 21 March 2011
Postal union gets reprieve from court
The union had lodged an urgent application this past week, on grounds that the haste with which management of Botswana Post has handled and continues to handle the rationalisation exercise and its sudden, unlawful and unmerited departure without...
Chandapiwa Baputaki
Staff Writer 21 March 2011
Trade union recognition and collective labour agreements
In this respect, trade unions are required to be registered under the Trade Union and Employers Organisations Act. Once registered, the union is issued with a certificate of registration, which is considered by law as conclusive evidence that...
* GILBERT OFETOTSE 21 March 2011
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