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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...
24 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 24 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...
24 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 24 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...
24 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...
24 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...
24 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 24 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 24 March 2011
Is defense and security a priority in Botswana?
In Parliament it has become the subject of intense debate. Ironically, the Police Mobile Unit (PMU), the precursor of the Botswana Defense Force was formed in 1976 as a result of pressure from the opposition Botswana Peoples' Party when the...
EDWARD BULE
Correspondent 24 March 2011
Our heritage
But many heritage photos are thrown away because it is believed that they are of no interest or value. Subsequent events, however, as in this particular instance, have a way of showing that the loss of such photos, and other forms of...
Sandy Grant 24 March 2011
Unsettled Mongala vows to fight for his place
The Botswana international has been in and out of the starting line-up despite the absence of recognised wingers, Daine Klate and Dikgang Mabalane. The player, known for his dribbling skills and pace on the wings, has been offered game time of late...
MQONDISI DUBE
Staff Writer 24 March 2011
Are Buffaloes cracking under pressure?
Over the weekend, they dropped valuable points in a 2-1 loss to Letlapeng FC, a week after they drew with struggling Queens Happy Hearts. Buffaloes have seen their log leadership come under threat as fellow promotion hopefuls edge closer. Letlapeng...
CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Correspondent 24 March 2011
Platini quiet on FIFA presidency backing
After UEFA's 53 member associations re-elected Platini for another four-year term as president he welcomed the fact that there would be a competitive election at FIFA. "Given there are two candidates for the FIFA election there will be different...
24 March 2011
Moloi denies snubbing Zebras call-up
The player and his South African club, Vasco da Gama, have explained that the midfielder has a groin injury that has sidelined him until next week. "I am recovering from a groin injury and I have not played my club's recent games. So I didn't refuse...
THATO KALA
Correspondent 24 March 2011
Boost for Africa tennis championships
The BTA indicated last week that it had a shortfall of P650,000 to host the event, especially the warm-up tournament that starts on March 29. BTA spokesperson, Nelson Amanze said Orange will buy kits for players after the company decided to up its...
MOSAH MOKGANEDI
Correspondent 24 March 2011
Dalom music looks to sign more locals
So far the only local musician who has worked under the stable is Donald Botshelo (Don B) who has gone on to release two albums under the label. Botshelo's Baby Girl was an instant hit and firmly put him in the disco map, making him one of the...
CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Correspondent 24 March 2011
Security forces rescue 'Ekentolo' from excited revelers
The crowd went berserk with excitement and surrounded the crew, leaving no space for the performers. 'Ekentolo', which was scheduled to entertain guests that included Assistant Minister Kentse Rammidi and Francistown Mayor Shadreck Nyeku at the...
KEABETSWE NEWEL
Correspondent 24 March 2011
MAD Top 3 Preview: Odds-on young Kapambwe favoured to win
The top three - Tshegofatso Serite, Moonga Kapambwe and Mophato Dance Theatre - are expected to put up their best performances in a show that Maitisong director Rosalyn Beukes said will have "international calibre performances". "These are some of...
GOTHATAONE MOENG
Staff Writer 24 March 2011
What's next for Libya after Western airstrikes?
Loud explosions and intensive anti-aircraft fire were heard on Tuesday night in the Libyan capital of Tripoli, which has been bombed by Western forces in recent days. Meanwhile, US, French and British leaders discussed how to set up a proper command...
24 March 2011
Yemeni president calls for dialogue amid escalating unrest
"The president calls for youths (protesters) to an honest, transparent and open dialogue," Saba quoted a close aide to Saleh as saying. "The president considers what the youths are doing as a renewal to the spirit of revolution and democratic...
24 March 2011
BNPC perturbed by Botswana's work ethic
Acting Executive Director of the Botswana National Productivity Centre (BNPC), Parmod Chandna, was giving introductory remarks at the organisation's two-day biennial customer service convention that was held at Phakalane Golf Resort this week. The...
LEKOPANYE MOOKETSI
Correspondent 24 March 2011
Botswana to call funding symposium on Kazungula Bridge
Permanent Secretary Mabua Mabua has confirmed that a conference will be held soon. "This is a joint effort with the Zambians," he told Mmegi. "The conference has to be held, although we have not confirmed the date. The budget for the entire project...
MBONGENI MGUNI
Staff Writer 24 March 2011
Long live Mugabe
It gives me great pleasure to note Mugabe's growing popularity in Botswana. President Ian Khama has also acknowledged that illegal and inhumane sanctions imposed by the West are the root causes of problems in Zimbabwe. During his last official visit...
24 March 2011
Education minister should learn from 2010 exam fiasco
The Minister did a lot of justice to the country's education system and she should be applauded for that. The Minister could have refused and maintained that Double Shift continues. But she took heed of BOSETU advice and moved swiftly to abolish a...
24 March 2011
Project Syndicate
Thousands of people are missing, hundreds of thousands have been displaced, and millions are without water, food, or heating in near-freezing temperatures. The death toll is expected to exceed 15,000. Because Japan is a rich country, some people may...
Vaclav Havel 24 March 2011
Good luck Zebras
A win for the Zebras will seal a maiden berth in the AFCON finals that oil-rich Equatorial Guinea and Gabon are to co-host next January. As captain Mompati Thuma said before the team's departure on Tuesday, that the Zebras have never been this close...
24 March 2011
Mixed feelings over revised livestock movement protocol
The protocol was revised to meet the requirements of the export market in the European Union (EU). Some farmers have accepted the protocol while others think that it is intended to stop them from selling to the export abattoirs. Bathusi Letlhare, a...
MARANYANE NGWANAAMOTHO
Staff Writer 24 March 2011
Motsumi misled Parliament
Since Botswana's independence, Motsumi is the first specially elected female MP to head two powerful ministries for a period exceeding six months, and step down before end of a parliament term. Just two months before she stepped down from cabinet, on...
STAFF WRITER 24 March 2011
Lions suffer in Serengeti plains
Of all the 36 species of wild cats, the lion is the only one to live in social groups known as prides. What could possibly have led lions to live this way, and what impact could it have on their future? The global lion population now stands...
COLLIN JACKSON 24 March 2011
Tsimako announces police promotions
Two Senior Superintendents Diphatsa Patiko and Moses Mochabo have been promoted to the rank of Assistant Commissioners of Police. The promotions are effective from April 1. Following these promotions, the Commissioner has also re-deployed seven...
24 March 2011
Save water now - Rammidi
Speaking at the commemoration of World Water Day at Francistown Stadium on Tuesday, Rammidi said rapid population growth in urban centres has led to increased demand for water. The theme for this year is Water for Cities: Addressing Urban Water...
KEABETSWE NEWEL
Correspondent 24 March 2011
Nightclub owner takes police to court
Venolia Shahanaz Sobhan is also seeking the court's intervention in the return of stock and other items confiscated by the police. The police allegedly confiscated beverages, two refrigerators and music equipment from a Gabane restaurant owned by...
LEKOPANYE MOOKETSI
Correspondent 24 March 2011
Banks report 160 fraud cases
The minister of Finance, Kenneth Mathambo was responding to a question by Odirile Motlhale, who also wanted to know the number of fraud cases involving credit and debt cards in the past two years. Mathambo said that since a banking license issued by...
24 March 2011
BOFEPUSU hands over petition
They also handed over copies of this petition to District Commissioners countrywide. In the petition received on Tuesday by the director of DPSM Festina Bakwena, BOFEPUSU says that the current impasse resulting from the attitude displayed by the...
CHANDAPIWA BAPUTAKI
Staff Writer 24 March 2011
Tertiary Education Fair ongoing
The head of the European Union delegation to Botswana will perform the official opening of the 2011 Tertiary Education Fair at Ditshupo Hall in Gaborone today. The ongoing show started yesterday and will end on Saturday Speaking at the press briefing...
CHANDAPIWA BAPUTAKI
Staff Writer 24 March 2011
BNF stages Boko homecoming in Mahalapye
The BNF local leadership has prepared a hero's welcome for Boko, who hails from Xhosa 1 in Mahalapye East for this weekend. Constituency committee member, councillor Timothy Mmopi told Mmegi yesterday that preparations were at an advanced stage for...
EPHRAIM KEORENG
Staff Writer 24 March 2011
Masimolole takes Kgathi to task
Masimolole, who is also the Botswana Democractic Party (BDP) MP for Mogoditshane on Tuesday, said that when the facility was closed three years ago, the nation was informed that it was done to refurbish it for preparations for the World Cup, held in...
BAME PIET
Staff Writer 24 March 2011
Defence delays Ntwaagae sentencing
Lesedi Seloka said she was worried by the delay and faulted the defence for doing nothing though they anticipated that the court would make a ruling on whether there were exceptional extenuating circumstances in the case. After Justice Onkemetse...
ISAIAH MOREWAGAE
Staff Writer 24 March 2011
WUC dodges questions on water shortage
WUC corporate communications manager, Matilda Mmipi dodged attempts to get the latest development on the matter by first refusing to give information on phone and then demanding a questionnaire via e-mail. Later, she failed to take calls though she...
BAME PIET
Staff Writer 24 March 2011
BEC results show decline in performance
"The worst affected centres are those where union action was more pronounced. The delay in the submission of coursework also had a bearing on the outcome. For the future, it is clear that unless all parties work towards a common purpose, the results...
24 March 2011
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24 March 2011
Softball league heads for finish line
The northern region deputy umpire, Bruce Keineetse, said they settled on a mini-tournament format to finish the league on time. The weekend matches will be staged at the grounds of Mahalapye Rail Giants and Prisons. Players will be out to impress...
MOGOMOTSI BUZWANI
Correspondent 25 March 2011
Under-19 softball qualifiers hang in the balance
Africa is the only continent that has not held qualifiers for the World Softball Championships pencilled for Durban, South Africa, in December. The qualifiers are normally held between March-April annually. Botswana was informed last October that...
MOSAH MOKGANEDI
Correspondent 25 March 2011
Karateka Majama bounces back
Majama resurfaced at the Karate Senior Championships finals held at the Botswana College of Agriculture (BCA) last weekend where he won a silver medal in the individual kumite after losing to Kabelo Molefhe in the 60kg category. He had been inactive...
MOSAH MOKGANEDI
Correspondent 25 March 2011
Wheelchair-bound basketballer targets Paralympics
Mmegi Sport: How did you start playing basketball? Molefhe: I started playing basketball during my high school days at Naledi Secondary School in 1995, and my positions were forward and power forward. In 1995, I joined the national team. Mmegi...
25 March 2011
First Cut
Chad is a country that for many years has been ravaged by civil war. And it was not until the beginning of the last decade that it experienced some stability. However, it has a population which is five times that of Botswana. It is currently ranked...
Dennis Keagile 25 March 2011
Majawa to make Flames' full debut
A former MTL Wanderers' skipper, Majawa is favoured to start following reports that two of the Flames' top midfielders are out of the tie due to suspension. Dave Banda and Hellings Mwakasungula, the Flames' holding midfielders, will sit it out making...
THATO KALA
Correspondent 25 March 2011
Makwala rubs shoulders with Bolt
Makwala recently moved to the Caribbean country after a few hiccups in his travel arrangements early this month. He finally travelled to Kingston a fortnight ago and feels he will benefit immensely in the island nation of the Greater Antilles. "I...
THATO KALA
Correspondent 25 March 2011
BBF in vigorous drive to revive bridge
The federation's programme of activities rolled out last weekend with a coaching clinic for out-of-school and tertiary students at NIIT campus in Gaborone. Next on the calendar is the first open tournament scheduled for Botho College tomorrow. The...
FREDERICK KEBADIRETSE
Staff Writer 25 March 2011
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