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The strategy behind the debacle at GCC
This is a reflection of democracy, as the majority must decide who will lead. But it is also a reflection of strategic manoeuvering that does not always come to the fore. It came as a surprise to many, even the opposition, that the councillor for...
LAWRENCE OOKEDITSE
Correspondent 10 October 2011
The BNF and BDP's fight for the attention of the ANC: 1912-2004
The Beware of Wolves in Sheep Skins was an attack on Pamphlet No.1 by Daniel Kwelagobe in the 1970s (Kwelagobe c.1979). However, some BNF members got carried away by accusations and the perception of the BDP having been an anti-ANC outfit. For...
CHRISTIAN JOHN MAKGALA 10 October 2011
My HIV testing nightmare at a govt hospital
This was aptly demonstrated by the treatment this writer and hordes of other enthusiastic Batswana and people of other nationalities bent on knowing their status were subjected to on Wednesday. The Ministry of Health has been running campaigns...
RYDER GABATHUSE
Staff Writer 10 October 2011
Woes of a pseudo motorist
For instance, I was utterly shocked upon going to a 'gas station' in the United States and realising I had to fill the tank myself! Fortunately, I was with a local, and he laughed at me as he went about doing the job. I have thought about this Do It...
Kereeditse Lefatsi
Correspondent 10 October 2011
Ontiretse mosweunyane - midwife par-excellence
She would over the course of five decades deliver babies and yes, those babies' babies! For women who had MmaIneeleng deliver their babies once, there was no question over whom they would choose as their midwife. Something about the old woman drew...
Gothataone Moeng
Staff Writer 10 October 2011
Sarah Palin says she will not run for president
After months of leaving her fans guessing, Palin said in a statement that she and her husband Todd "devote ourselves to God, family and country." She said her decision maintains that order. Palin sent the statement to supporters. She told...
10 October 2011
Malema hearing postponed
"The disciplinary hearing of Julius Malema was postponed due to the hospitalisation of the charged member," said African National Congress national disciplinary committee member, Derek Hanekom. "The NDC wishes Cde Malema a speedy recovery." Malema's...
10 October 2011
Dalai Lama saga 'embarrassing' - De Klerk foundation
The foundation's Centre for Constitutional Rights CEO, Dave Steward, said former president FW de Klerk had on September 16 stated that a visa should be granted to the Dalai Lama because South Africa was an open society that respected freedom of...
10 October 2011
Apple co-founder Steve Jobs dies at 56
"Steve died peacefully today surrounded by his family," Jobs' family said in a statement. "We are grateful for the support and kindness of those who share our feelings for Steve. We know many of you will mourn with us, and we ask that you respect...
10 October 2011
Umbrella - a common goal
According to recent media articles there seems to be a lot of dissent between some of the negotiating partners of the umbrella project. As an ardent supporter of the umbrella project, I feel compelled to express myself by writing part of my thinking...
MOHAMED KHAN 10 October 2011
The ups and downs of opposition cooperation
At times it does not rain but pours for the Umbrella. Sometimes it is too windy. There are also days of calm. But this week has not been good for the opposition cooperation project and the ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) must be happy. That...
LAWRENCE OOKEDITSE 10 October 2011
'We will deliver the Umbrella' - Modubule
Mmegi - It has been an eventful week for you. You had a press conference yesterday (Wednesday) and this morning you were on radio. How would you describe the state of the talks as we speak now? Modubule - Well, the talks are on track. I am confident...
10 October 2011
A forgettable independence day
In my neighbourhood, everything was normal: kids played in front of their houses, an inconsistent trickle of cars drove past, one, two, three people walked to and fro past my house, my housemates slept and woke up in time for repeats of their...
GOTHATAONE MOENG
Staff Writer 10 October 2011
Troopers overcome BC Saints in basketball league
On the back of superior shooting and dominant interior defence, Troopers triumphed over their youthful opponents. Mothusi Phikoje took control when it mattered most, scoring 37 of his team's 90 points, while Troopers' playmaker Thebe Morwagole also...
Thato Kala
Correspondent 10 October 2011
Police IX blitz Vikings in shell softball league
There was little to write home about from both sides in the opening four innings.Vikings started off batting and Keneilwe Molosiwa, Ntsuna Moganiwa and Mapula Gwang were all out in a space of two minutes. In fact, they finished the inning without...
Thato Kala
Correspondent 10 October 2011
Players lose fide ratings after poor show
While promising woman chess master (FM) Kgalalelo Botlhole, saw her rating of 1535 points soar by 52.5 points, it was a different story for the majority of her compatriots. National team player Gorata Leso, with FIDE rating of 1733, lost...
Monkagedi Gaotlhobogwe
Staff Writer 10 October 2011
BDF Cats trounce UB Crystals
BDF had an upper hand right from the onset and quickly established a 10-3 lead with Lemogang Mogametsi at GS and Hildah Binang at GA sinking their first few attempts. Crystals suddenly woke up and fought back, making timely interceptions but despite...
Thato Kala
Correspondent 10 October 2011
CAF rule stumps Pitso as Bafana fall short
South Africa celebrated, under the impression they had qualified for the continental tournament, after playing to a goalless draw with Sierra Leone in Nelspruit.Bafana technically finished on top of Group G with a better goal difference to Niger and...
10 October 2011
BDF X1 gun down Miscellaneous
The army side, could have scored many goals had they converted all the scoring chances that they created.Matebele nearly scored the fasted goal in the Premier League this season, after catching Miscellaneous napping right from the first whistle, but...
Calistus Kolantsho
Correspondent 10 October 2011
Notwane throw away 2-0 lead
MOGODITSHANE: Police IX snatched their first win of the season after coming from behind to beat Notwane 3-2 in a lukewarm encounter at the SSKB on Saturday.The Jungle Kings were trailing 2-0 at the end of the first half. They had started the game on...
Mosah Mokganedi
Correspondent 10 October 2011
Mogorosi saves the day for Chiefs
It was an entertaining game between the two giants who showed no respect for each other, attacking vigorously when ever the chances arose. While Chiefs mastered with their short passing game when they came at their opponents, GU relied on quick...
Chippa Legodimo
Correspondent 10 October 2011
Ross Branch is motocross champion
It was a spectacular event of skilful riding as the top riders Ross and Wade Den of Johannesburg wowed the crowd with spectacular whips and incredible corner speed. These two were closely followed by Gaborone's Kitso Molebo who was having an...
*Kevin Branch 10 October 2011
Moilwa exhibits apartheid memories at Thapong
Using photography, Moilwa, who claims he never lived in South Africa, depicted the pains of apartheid using animal and plant images photographed over time.One big framed piece depicts a goat photographed with a tyre around its neck. Moilwa says he...
Monkagedi Gaotlhobogwe
Staff Writer 10 October 2011
Evergreen Mapfumo shows how it is done
Age might be catching up with him, but not when he is on the stage. He can still show younger musicians how it is done. When he is in his element, Mapfumo appears to be in a trance.Mapfumo also delighted revellers with his laid back style...
Lekopanye Mooketsi
Correspondent 10 October 2011
Food for the soul
Need I remind us that our health is our most valuable asset? Maybe repetition and sounding like a broken record is not a bad thing in this instance. Because poor diet, lack of exercise and daily stress put us at serious risk of disease and premature...
Boitshepo Giyose 10 October 2011
Mogwana celebrates 20 years with song & dance
Opening the show with a Phatisi piece dubbed Siki, five young boys wowed the audience with their mouth-watering moves. A wonderful scene for the eyes to feast on, as these young lads showcased the wealth of Tswana culture at such a tender age....
Baboki Kayawe
Staff Writer 10 October 2011
Local celebs to star in dancing with the superstars series
Modelled on hit music TV series like So You Think You Can Dance, and Strictly Come Dancing, the Botswana Television (Btv) production, to air on the national broadcaster, will run for two months with eight episodes, and then continuing again with...
Monkagedi Gaotlhobogwe
Staff Writer 10 October 2011
Moratiwa's theatrical panorama delights multitudes
The audience could only applaud at the end of the 30-minute presentation, as they appreciated the sophistication and beauty of the multi-dimensional theatrical presentation that was presented in a form of a dream.First the presentation took everyone...
Monkagedi Gaotlhobogwe
Staff Writer 10 October 2011
Mapetla revolutionises style to stay alive
The track, Uyosala Wena, hit the local airwaves on Friday and early observation is that it could catapult Mapetla back to the Phanz Phezulu hey day. Mapetla has indeed attempted to leave no stone unturned, as he joined forces with one of the hottest...
Monkagedi Gaotlhobogwe
Staff Writer 10 October 2011
Charma gal steals Kueletsane's thunder
On the night when Culture Spears was launching their new cultural music album, Kueletsane in Lobatse, it was Magdeline the Charma Gal who stole the limelight from what is supposed to be the project of the moment, and Culture Spears must be...
Chippa Legodimo
Correspondent 10 October 2011
Orapa power plant to be finally launched
According to a report in the Orapa Weekly News magazine, the P850-million power plant was initially scheduled to be launched on May 5, 2011 but this was postponed. "The Orapa power plant which consists of two 45 MW dual fuel gas turbines designed and...
10 October 2011
SME's call for integration of govt initiatives
The concerns were voiced at the inaugural Local Enterprise Authority (LEA) Pitso recently convened at Boipuso Hall themed 'Paving the way for growth for SMMEs' where Trade and Industry Minister, Dorcas Makgato-Malesu, officiated. The convention was...
Baboki Kayawe
Staff Writer 10 October 2011
FMD to cost beef industry P400m
This means the industry is losing about P400 million in revenues, BMC chief executive officer (CEO) David Falepau said in an interview with Business Monitor. He said last year BMC slaughtered 180, 000 heads of cattle but this will not be possible...
Patricia Edwin
Staff Writer 10 October 2011
The Steve Jobs factor
In the personal-computing business - which moved from the bulky Apple II to the sleek and intelligent iPhone 4s (announced the day before Steve's death) - Steve was the only true showman of what is now one of the world's biggest industries. He...
Esther Dyson 10 October 2011
ETCETERA II
By Monday, there will be only four countries left in the current rugby world championship and if South Africa is not one of them we can expect the value of the Rand to drop dramatically and all those green shirts wandering around Gaborone to be...
sandy grant 10 October 2011
Obama's israel problem
Former New York City Mayor Edward Koch supported a Catholic Republican congressional candidate against a Jewish Democrat in New York, because the Republican supports Israel through thick and thin - and because Obama had voiced reservations about...
Ian Buruma 10 October 2011
Issues in education
Namibia, over the last 20 years, provides a solid example of a country that has been able to map clearly its educational reforms. This week Issues continues with the studies of education reform in Namibia, based on the report, The Power of...
Dorcas Molefe
Owen Pansiri
Sheldon 10 October 2011
The winners code
That man was none other than Steve Jobs, the founder and former CEO of Apple Computers. Once in a while, there comes onto the world scene a man who truly and in a non-invasive and non violent way revolutionises the world. Without talking to us and...
George Chingarande 10 October 2011
Our courts should be consistent
A Mochudi woman who insulted a neighbour and mocked her about her HIV status was ordered to pay P30,000. In fact, she was facing civil imprisonment last week until she negotiated to pay the money in installments. In a similar case before...
10 October 2011
Botswana, haven for Malawian swindler witchdoctors
Now, earning the title doctor is much easier than it used to be. For instance, a young man who can gather a few herbs from some bushes in Malawi can earn that title. If he can muster more courage and dare trek down south, not only can he earn the...
Mallick Mnela
Correspondent 10 October 2011
Miracles that change lives at Winning Life Ministries
With big red words 'Miracle Place' engraved on the front wall of the building, the church has indeed changed the lives of many. Many people have spoken about the miracles at the church and the positive change in their lives. On Independence Day, the...
Keabetswe Newel
Correspondent 10 October 2011
Four policemen acquitted
The acquitted policemen - Modiredi Modise, Montshwari Ramatebele, Loeto Morwaagae and Gontse Mngundu - could not believe their luck after Judge Zibani Makhwade's pronouncement. They had been suspended from duty pending the finalisation of their case....
Isaiah Morewagae
Staff Writer 10 October 2011
Drug shortage persists in Selebi-phikwe
One of the residents, Dimpho Koolathe complained that they are always referred to Selebi-Phikwe Government Hospital because the local clinics do not have drugs. He explained that they are forced to walk long distances because in most instances, they...
Calistus Kolantsho
Correspondent 10 October 2011
BNF plans Mahalapye East Constituency workshop
The workshop, to be attended by members of all committees in the constituency, will be held at Makwate on October 29. BNF national chairperson Harry Mothei is expected to open the workshop while BNF president Duma Boko will officially close the...
Dirang Lekuntwane
Correspondent 10 October 2011
Forced to marry in community of property
The DC, Itumeleng Gabaake had started the session by giving the couples free lessons on marriage life, she also enumerated types of marriages explaining the differences.As the DC began asking the couples if they were marrying in community of property...
Tebogo Kgalemang
Correspondent 10 October 2011
Low turn-out at BFTU march
The very few workers that marched from Notwane grounds to deliver a petition at minister Peter Siele's office also lacked the spirit accustomed to struggle as there was virtually no song, nor dance.Upon arrival BFTU secretary general, Gadzani Mhotsha...
Baboki Kayawe
Staff Writer 10 October 2011
BMD's disappointment
Motswaledi, writing in a media missive, says that Gaolathe should not have conveyed his personal views to the public the way he did at a very sensitive stage in the project, which the masses have anchored their hopes for a better Botswana after 2014....
10 October 2011
Educational TV broadcasts finally start
The programmes will be aired on Botswana Television (Btv) between 11am and 1pm, from Monday to Saturday, the educational television team pioneering the project said in a press statement released over the weekend. The original broadcast date had to be...
Gothataone Moeng
Staff Writer 10 October 2011
Hundreds witness installation of Malope II
The events started as early as 6:30am on Friday as Malope's mophato sang in jubilation. Most people knew what to expect on such an occasion but the air of anticipation and excitement was palpable to all. Ululations and whistles followed as six men...
Chippa Legodimo
Correspondent 10 October 2011
Was Kgafela case on Mokalake's mind?
Although he did not make any clear reference to events in the Kgatleng District after the controversial Kgosi Kgafela Kgafela took over the reins and illegal flogging of people took centre stage, it was clear the minister was advising the Bangwaketse...
Chippa Legodimo
Correspondent 10 October 2011
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