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As I see it
The Voice newspaper of November 18, 2011 under an article: 'Our politics, a joke' castigates the Umbrella party elements for criticising the response of the Leader of Opposition in Parliament, Botsalo Ntuane to the State of the Nation Address of...
Michael Dingake 24 November 2011
The way forward to Kentse Rammidi
I however, sincerely hope that he joined the BNF because he believed in its policies, programmes and political ideology. I hope he joined the BNF because of its pro-poor policies and its social democratic programmes. I hope he believes in the idea of...
24 November 2011
Mmualebe
Setswana se na le mafoko a a faphegileng a e leng gore a dirisiwa mo dilong dingwe, mo go tse dingwe a se ke a dirisiwe; a dirisiwe ka dinako dingwe, mme dinako tse dingwe a se ke a dirisiwe. Lengwe la mafoko a go nna jalo ke 'tsala' Ka Setswana,...
Sebofo Motshwane 24 November 2011
Jwaneng continues bowls dominance
The team comprised of Remy Kebapetse (skip), Joshua Mothusi (3rd), Mpopi Pelemo (2nd) and Marks Mantsima (lead). The hosts, Selebi-Phikwe came second position. The team was made of Ray Mascarenhas (skip) Lebo Mascarenhas (3rd), John Gaborutwe (2nd)...
CALISTUS KOLANTSHO
Correspondent 24 November 2011
TAFIC players face disciplinary action
The players were involved in a social tournament in Area W in Francistown when they were expected to report for camp with TAFIC. The players in question are Under-20 international Ogomoditswe Baoleng, Tuelo Motaung, left footed Tlhagiso Mamuno and...
WITNESS TAZIBA
Correspondent 24 November 2011
Kabelano Cup standoff resolved
Last year the tournament had to be shelved after the Botswana Football Association (BFA) barred Township Rollers, Extension Gunners and Mochudi Centre Chiefs from participating in any tournament not sanctioned by the mother body. The resolution was...
THATO KALA
Correspondent 24 November 2011
Gloves come off in Kgathi, sports leaders spat
The Minister of Youth, Sport and Culture, Shaw Kgathi has been rapped for criticising sports leaders during a recent Sport Pitso. The Botswana National Sports Council (BNSC) affiliates laid into the minister during the council's Ordinary General...
MOSAH MOKGANEDI
Correspondent 24 November 2011
BNSC resignations raise alarm
The affiliates made their concerns known during the BNSC ordinary general meeting (OGM) held in Gaborone on Tuesday. "We have asked in the past about the high turnover of staff at BNSC. To our surprise, before we even get an explanation as to the...
BOITUMELO KHUTSAFALO
Staff Writer 24 November 2011
Baepanye to release My Soul solo album
Speaking to Showbiz earlier this week, Baepanye said she decided to release a solo album in order to discover her full potential as a musician. She said that she has always worked alongside her By-2 group member, Lokwalo Thobega, but felt it was...
NELSON DIRENG
Correspondent 24 November 2011
Meet Basuhi, the unsung heroine
Basuhi is the co-founder of the popular traditional troupe, Mogwana, which celebrated its 20th anniversary this year. She formed the group in 1991 with the current Kanye South Member of Parliament (MP) Abraham Kesupile, who then was an...
LEKOPANYE MOOKETSI
Correspondent 24 November 2011
Gabs Sun hosts Sonti Ndebele, Mbongeni Ngema
Also accompanying the duo is well-known soloist, producer and musical director, saxophonist Khaya Mahlangu, known for his exploits with the now defunct band, Harari, and Sakhile (with Sipho Gumede). The group recorded five albums and toured Southern...
MONKAGEDI GAOTLHOBOGWE
Staff Writer 24 November 2011
Egypt unrest: Army concessions fail to end Cairo unrest
After four days of violent clashes, Field Marshal Mohamed Hussein Tantawi said presidential elections would be held by July 2012. But many protesters in the square said the concession was not enough and have demanded the field marshal step...
24 November 2011
Egypt unrest: Army concessions fail to end Cairo unrest
After four days of violent clashes, Field Marshal Mohamed Hussein Tantawi said presidential elections would be held by July 2012. But many protesters in the square said the concession was not enough and have demanded the field marshal step...
24 November 2011
Tsvangirai breaks wedding taboo
Culturally it is feared a November wedding will bring a couple bad luck. But the PM wed businesswoman Locadia Tembo in a traditional ceremony on Monday, paying a bride price of $36,000 (P267,000) and 10 cows. His first wife, Susan, died when they...
24 November 2011
BEDIA's last Global Expo opened
Giving the keynote speech at Boipuso Hall in Gaborone yesterday, the Acting Executive Secretary of SADC, Margaret Nyirenda, said the theme of the show, Promoting Economic Diversification and Partnerships, reflected a desire to encourage...
KEIKANTSE LESEMELA
Correspondent 24 November 2011
Choppies seeks to raise P350m from investors
In a statement, sponsoring brokers Motswedi Securities says Choppies will sell 260 million shares through a private placing and 43 million shares through a public offer at a price of P1.15 per share between now and January 11, 2012 before listing on...
BRIAN BENZA
Staff Writer 24 November 2011
Project syndicate
Michael Mosad was killed in the Maspiro area on October 9, when an armoured vehicle hit him during a protest called to condemn an attack on an Egyptian Church in the southern Aswan region. The protest left 24 dead and more than 200 injured - a...
Omar Ashour 24 November 2011
Opposition should not take people's sacrifices lightly
That is why the suspension of unionist, Goretetse Kekgonegile, intervening in the tottering opposition cooperation talks is symbolic. The Botswana Federation of Public Service Unions (BOFEPUSU) spokesperson and Botswana Land Boards, Local...
24 November 2011
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24 November 2011
Eating canned soup 'poses a chemical risk'
Tests on 75 volunteers revealed the compound bisphenol A (BPA) was readily ingested and detected in large amounts in the urine, the Journal of the American Medical Association reports. Past studies have linked high BPA levels with adverse health...
24 November 2011
Bionic contact lens 'to project emails before eyes'
The technology could allow wearers to read floating texts and emails or augment their sight with computer-generated images, Terminator-syle. Seattle's Washington University which is working on the device says early tests show it is safe and...
24 November 2011
Increase VDC salaries and contracts - Nkaigwa
Addressing the Village Development Committee (VDC) yesterday, Nkaigwa asked Assistant Minister for Local Government Botlhogile Tshireletso to make the request to government. "VDC are our eyes, they know more about what happens in the community than...
NNASARETHA KGAMANYANE
Correspondent 24 November 2011
Sweltering heat takes its toll on legal eagles
As they perambulate the corridors of the hallowed institution, they could be seen frantically using their legal documents to fan themselves from the debilitating heat and using the sleeves of their lofty gowns to wipe sweat from their brows. ...
GALE NGAKANE
Correspondent 24 November 2011
Opposition slams suspension of union official
The Botswana Land Boards, Local Authorities and Health Workers Union president has been suspended by his employers, the Ministry of Local Government. He is working for the North West District Council in Maun as a social worker. Kekgonegile was...
LEKOPANYE MOOKETSI
Correspondent 24 November 2011
Southern Africa Ombudsmen meet in Gaborone next week
It will officially be opened by Mokgweetsi Masisi, Minister of Presidential Affairs and Public Administration. The regional meeting is a preparation for the Association's General Assembly in Mali in February 2012. The African Ombudsman &...
STAFF WRITER 24 November 2011
Kgafela apologises to magistrate
He made the assurance yesterday after Magistrate Nyamadzabo recused himself from hearing a case in which the Bakgatla sovereign, his younger brother Mmusi, Bana Sekai and 11 other Bakgatla tribesmen, are charged with unlawfully assaulting and...
NELSON DIRENG
Correspondent 24 November 2011
Minister rules out extension of cattle control operations
In response to a question from Tonota North MP, Fidelis Molao in Parliament, the minister told the legislator to help in mobilising the people to ensure that they take care of their cattle. Molao questioned the minister about the resealing of the...
NELSON DIRENG
Correspondent 24 November 2011
Kgosikwena launches another bid to regain freedom
Yesterday, he launched an application for leave to move to the Court of Appeal to challenge his conviction and sentence for stock-theft. The last time he attempted to regain his freedom, he suffered a major setback when then High Court judge, Ian...
24 November 2011
Rhino vanishes from Makgadikgadi
The disappearance of the pachyderm was noted during a recent animal count by the Department of Wildlife and National Parks in the Pans. Ngamiland regional wildlife officer Molotlhanyi Bolt Othomile said that it is too early to conclude that the...
NOMSA NDLOVU-GHERKE 24 November 2011
Female court bailiffs can flog male convicts-Tshireletso
Responding to a parliamentary question from Nehemiah Modubule Member of Parliament for Lobatse, Tshireletso said that to preserve the dignity of convicts, Dikgosi usually ensure that it is the male court bailiffs that administer corporal punishment...
NELSON DIRENG
Correspondent 24 November 2011
State media will not be regulated
If passed, it will repeal the National Broadcasting Act, which presently licenses public and private broadcasting activities, as well as the Botswana Telecommunications Authority (BTA) Act. Speaking at the opening of a two-day broadcasting conference...
ROGERS MPHANE
Correspondent 24 November 2011
Shadishadi residents shun condoms
According to the health education officer at Shadishadi, Oshale Sesupo, there are widespread misconceptions in the area that condoms cause kidney diseases and people in the area would never use them. They believe that the 'oil' in the condoms...
MARANYANE NGWANAAMOTHO
Staff Writer 24 November 2011
God will not allow homosexuality and prostitution in Botswana
Most people in Botswana are aware of the pressures being mounted on the government and Parliament from within and without to legalise homosexuality and prostitution. Christians believe that Botswana is a country of God and the people therein belong...
24 November 2011
Beyond Usain Bolt: can the world's fast men get faster still?
The stories of these fast men are an extraordinary blend of success and disaster, as well as glory and tragedy; ranging from amazing wealth to grinding poverty; superstar adulation and national hero status to bankruptcy, shame, prison, even...
24 November 2011
A world in protest
The authorities are undertaking a legal and judicial counter-offensive against the "occupy" camps that have sprung up in central locations in New York and London. But scores of camps remain across north America and western Europe, part of a diffuse...
24 November 2011
Diabetes support group appeals for help
All along, members of the group, who are all diabetic, have been donating their own money and seeking donations from local business to commemorate the day. Due to budget constraints, the commemorations are only held in Serowe main kgotla as the...
ONALENNA MODIKWA
Staff Writer 24 November 2011
Obama: America's once and future
With one year to go until America's presidential election there seems to be a consensus among its chattering class. Whoever will be the next president, it won't be Barack Obama. Like most inevitabilities concerning the future of American politics,...
24 November 2011
Why Cape Verde is punching above its weight
Q: What was your reaction upon learning that you had won the 2011 Mo Ibrahim Prize for Achievement in African Leadership? I must say I was surprised and very honoured of course. The Ibrahim Prize means a lot to me in recognition of my time in...
24 November 2011
The road to Denmark - Part II
We find it in order to register our concern at the victimisation of the public sector unions by the government. There have been instances where the conduct of government gives the impression of hostility against its own citizens. A case in point is...
* BOTSALO NTUANE 24 November 2011
Are opposition leaders intruders in govt?
Let me like other colleagues congratulate the Vice President on his recent awards. There is no doubt that his has been a distinguished service to the nation, rising from the ranks of the police to lead the Botswana Defence Force. His entry into...
DUMELANG SALESHANDO 24 November 2011
Icons of Botswana
His face lights up with youthful excitement when discussing issues concerning the Southern African liberation struggle and business, two things that have dominated his life since childhood. Born in Barolong Farms in 1935 into a business family,...
Tlamelo Ramodisa
Correspondent 24 November 2011
Ending and letting go of an unhealthy relationship
Ending relationships and leaving bad relationships is something that is almost impossible for some people to do. Most of these relationships always end up in something that most people were not expecting. In Botswana cases of passion killing and...
Barati Mathambo
Correspondent 24 November 2011
Walker wins Botswana'ssecond PSA title
He defied the odds when he edged the top-seed Englishman in the final. Ironically, Walker, who was based in England for much of his life until the beginning of this year, made his debut in the European Team Championships in April 2009 alongside...
THATO KALA
Correspondent 25 November 2011
Off the field
Name: Alister WalkerPlace Of Birth: GaboroneDate Of Birth: 19 September 1982Sport: SquashNational Team Caps: 0 Mmegi Sport: What is your favourite place outside the field of play? Walker: Kasane, I love being in northern Botswana and relaxing...
THATO KALA
Correspondent 25 November 2011
BCA hails Under-17 cricket tournament
Over 100 players took part in the league with 95 percent players being citizens. BCA fixtures and publicity secretary Sumod Damodar said players as young as 13 participated in the tournament, which would make it possible for them to pick national...
NELSON DIRENG
Correspondent 25 November 2011
Kutlwano vow to retain regional title
Samuel's side lost the domestic title to rivals, Mafolofolo last weekend and are determined to put the disappointment behind as they focus on the regional competition. He said their preparations have gone well and even trained indoors as most...
MOSAH MOKGANEDI
Correspondent 25 November 2011
First cut
Part of the reason I detest politics is the lack of sincerity and honesty among many a politician. I know that there is something called propaganda whereby things can be spiced up a bit. However, I was very much disappointed if not embarrassed when I...
Dennis Keagile 25 November 2011
Club withdraws after players' exodus
A Division Two side, Mokobi Young Stars from Sefhope, withdrew after almost the entire squad left to join the constituency tournaments, which are the brainchild of President Ian Khama. Selebi-Phikwe football region chairperson, Tebro Onkabetse...
WITNESS TAZIBA
Correspondent 25 November 2011
Fund-raising continues for cash strapped Gunners
The musical event scheduled to feature kwasakwasa star Franco, local disco sensation Mercy Magodi and South African pop diva Patricia Majalisa and former disco golden boy, Thabile Mazolwana, will be a follow-up to another concert in Molapowabojang...
CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Correspondent 25 November 2011
Swallows to test Buffaloes' strength
Swallows have a good home record and the Kgatleng team, who are currently second on the league table with 21 points, could get more than what they bargained for in their last game before the Christmas break. All First Division South teams except...
CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Correspondent 25 November 2011
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