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Lesotho: More than just mountains and water
The king, currently Letsie III, has no executive or legislative power. The mountainous kingdom's democracy is on a revival following a turbulent period that has seen fights for power between the army, royal family and politicians. The ruling...
01 March 2012
Our heritage
True, the place saw very little traffic and true again that Mobutu's plane in 1976 ran off the runway and the South Africans had to be roped in to pull it out of the mud. But that was merely a temporary setback which couldn't have happened to a more...
Sandy Grant 01 March 2012
BRU to host six-nations tourney
"The union will be hosting a six-nation tournament from July 20 to 29 in Gaborone," BRU president Bob Lekan revealed.Lekan, who retained his position unopposed in Saturday's BRU national executive elections, said Zambia, Mauritius, Cameroon,...
THATO KALA
Correspondent 01 March 2012
Clay court exposure for tennis starlet
Mogopodi will likely be the only Botswana player in Cairo early April with Under 14 player, Emelda Shadreck, still waiting for the International Tennis Federation (ITF) to decide whether she has qualified or not. Shadreck had a tie with a Mauritian...
THATO KALA
Correspondent 01 March 2012
Financial hardships delay basketball league
BBA spokesperson, Puseletso Molefi has appealed for financial help from the business community. "A sponsorship does not necessarily have to be in form of a vast sum of money," she said, adding that they would accept assistance in kind. Molefi said...
MOSAH MOKGANEDI
Correspondent 01 March 2012
GU to appeal Butcher's red card
Sekanonyane was sent off the field after 26 minutes by referee Kutlwano Leso for an off-the-ball incident.Leso adjudged that Sekanonyane hit Mogakolodi Ngele on the head as they tussled for a loose ball.GU chairman, Fidelis Nkomazana is furious at...
THATO KALA
Correspondent 01 March 2012
Chiefs won't pay injured Mogorosi
Last December, Botswana Life developed an insurance product called Zebras Income Replacement Cover as the team prepared for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals and invested P100, 000. It coved players injured while on national duty during the...
BOITUMELO KHUTSAFALO
Staff Writer 01 March 2012
Writers, actors sharpen skills at Petlo Arts Trust workshop
Held at the Oasis Motel in Tlokweng and sponsored by Investec, the workshop was facilitated by Cape Town-based actress, writer and director Mbali Kgosidintsi, and Johannesburg-based Jessica Lejowa, a lecturer at the University of Witwatersrand. ...
MAUREEN ODUBENG
Staff Writer 01 March 2012
Sanitas hosts Art Quilts in Botswana 2012 Exhibition
This will be the fourth collaborative exhibition by Jenny Healy of Kalahari Quilts and Cindy Friedman of Fiber Revolution from Massachusetts. Images of Botswana dominate the artworks of Kalahari Quilts. Healy, designer and artist for Kalahari Quilts...
STAFF WRITER 01 March 2012
Established acts turn up for cancer poetry night
A largely youthful audience filled the venue to learn and share knowledge on cancer. Some University of Botswana (UB) students and the Cancer Association of Botswana (CAB) organised the event. The dominant colour was pink, which is the international...
NNASARETHA KGAMANYANE
Correspondent 01 March 2012
Tuks to sample new album in Gabz
Tuks will perform at the launch of local motswako rapper, Dramaboi, at Fusion Lounge. "I have a good feeling that this will be one of the biggest motswako gigs Botswana has seen in a while," he announced to his fans on Facebook this week. The...
MONKAGEDI GAOTLHOBOGWE
Staff Writer 01 March 2012
Observers question lack of results in Senegal
Sunday's election pitted the country's 85-year-old president, Abdoulaye Wade, who has refused calls to step down and is seeking a third term, against a field of 13 opposition candidates. Results from individual polling stations are being relayed on...
01 March 2012
US draws up secret charges against Assange
The email is one of a huge number from the US-based global intelligence company Stratfor that the whistleblowing organisation began publishing Monday. Internal correspondence to Stratfor analysts from vice-president of intelligence Fred Burton said:...
01 March 2012
Malema tells strikers mines belong to them
On Monday, Malema told more than 10,000 striking workers and community members in Phokeng, near Rustenburg, that it was because of exploitation and other social ills that the league had been calling for nationalisation. The miners have been on a...
01 March 2012
Minister explains how glass plant went to Palapye
Addressing a full council meeting in Selebi-Phikwe yesterday, Malesu said government did not decide where developments were to be located around the country; instead, that depended on certain considerations by the investor.She disclosed that Botswana...
ONALENNA MODIKWA
Staff Writer 01 March 2012
Turnstar seals $77m Tanzania deal
Turnstar, which owns several blue chip assets such as Game City in Gaborone and Nzano Centre in Francistown, had been working on closing the Mlimani City Property Development since early last year.Through the deal, Turnstar now wholly owns Mlimani,...
STAFF WRITER 01 March 2012
Why we should all learn to hack
A £16 (P179.30) bare-bones computer called Raspberry Pi aims to inspire a new generation of tech-savvy kids.There is an old joke amongst computer programmers: "There are only 10 types of people in the world: those who understand binary,...
01 March 2012
BK11 is a rude reminder
The bad news comes at a time when the country is still reeling from the devastating effects of the global financial crisis of 2008 and is under the shadow of a repeat cycle. While we are not yet out of the woods, we hear that the financial crisis in...
01 March 2012
Selefu 01 March 2012
01 March 2012
Govt approves drafting
This was confirmed by the Minister of Transport and Communications, Nonofo Molefhi during the official opening of a workshop entitled, "Harmonised Legal Cyber Security Framework for Southern Africa", held at the Gaborone International Convention...
KEOBONYE MAJATSIE
Correspondent 01 March 2012
Ipelegeng guidelines on the way
The programme, which is aimed at eradicating poverty, has no guiding tool. The Assistant Minister of Local Government, Botlogile Tshireletso, said in an interview that the guidelines resulted from concern over negligence at Ipelegeng workplaces.She...
MOSAH MOKGANEDI
Correspondent 01 March 2012
Stop meddling in our business
The MP's inquiry was centred on employment matters at DPC. We are a democracy and we do not want to deny the MP his day in the House. But we must point out that the MP did shoddy research before raising questions in Parliament. Alternatively, his...
01 March 2012
SPTC wants limited terms for MPs, councillors
Councillor for Ikageleng Phase Two ward, Lekang Mukokomani, who moved the motion said fixed terms would enhance the country's democracy. "We cannot afford to have a councillor or MP staying in office until he grows old while there are fresh minds out...
ONALENNA MODIKWA
Staff Writer 01 March 2012
Blackout on Zuma's visit
Only photojournalists were allowed briefly to take pictures of the two leaders during the meeting. By late afternoon government spokesman, Jeff Ramsay, was unable to share any information on what the two heads of state were discussing, save to say:...
BAME PIET
Staff Writer 01 March 2012
Defendant denies refusing to give statement in murder trial
Matapa, who charged with Thatayaone Malebjwe and Bashangani Boapeetswe, Matapa was giving evidence before Justice Moses Chinhengo. The three are accused of murdering Tshokolo Plots, who was then based at Area S BDF camp, on October 24,...
CHAKALISA DUBE
Staff Writer 01 March 2012
Drought relief has to be national - De Graaff
The Minister of Agriculture, Christian De Graaff told Parliament yesterday that he appreciated the concern that this year, drought could be regional or localised in certain agricultural districts. But he said that unless drought is declared in the...
MARANYANE NGWANAAMOTHO
Staff Writer 01 March 2012
Govt pops out P1.8m for new SSG uniform
It is understood that P996,000 was spent on jackets, P379,000 on pants, P179,000 on hats, and P237,000 on shirts. All the items were procured from separate local companies. Police public relations officer, Assistant Commissioner Christopher Mbulawa,...
BAME PIET
Staff Writer 01 March 2012
Don't ignore the boy child - Molokome
She said this yesterday at a media briefing and panel discussion to launch this year's commemoration of the International Women's Day. The day is celebrated yearly on March 8, and will this year be commemorated in Serule, Central District. Molokomme...
GOTHATAONE MOENG
Staff Writer 01 March 2012
Over 70,000 passport applications in three months
A press statement from the department said October, November and December saw the department experiencing an influx of Batswana coming to apply for the e-passport, especially at the Gaborone headquarters. Further, 198,000 passports have been issued...
STAFF WRITER 01 March 2012
Minister answers questions on DPC employment
Twenty-five Batswana and eight expatriates occupy supervisory/managerial positions at DPC. The minister was responding to questions from the MP for Palapye Moiseraele Goya. The MP had wanted to know the number of employees at Mmegi newspaper; how...
STAFF WRITERS 01 March 2012
Umbrella courts BCP for reconciliation
Addressing reporters at a press conference in Gaborone, one of the conveners of the umbrella talks, Lebang Mpotokwane said the negotiating partners have organised a team-building exercise to be conducted by the University of South Africa's Professor...
EPHRAIM KEORENG
Staff Writer 01 March 2012
Barclays MD 'resigns'
According to staff they received the information late in the afternoon yesterday through work email. In a two-line statement the bank informed its staff that their boss had left the company with immediate effect and was replaced by Aupa Monyatsi,...
STAFF WRITERS 01 March 2012
Women and Tsholetsa Domkrag!
FRANCISTOWN: As Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) faithful commemorate the party's 50th anniversary, former cabinet minister, Dr Gaositwe Chiepe, has encouraged women in politics to position themselves strategically. "Women must fight for anything...
RYDER GABATHUSE
Staff Writer 01 March 2012
The winners code
Tools for business forecasts and weather forecasts are now common place in society. All these are designed to answer the question; what does the future hold for the society and more importantly for me as an individual. In this issue we...
George Chingarande 01 March 2012
As I see it
Sports people shake hands with opponents after a matchc- whether it be tennis, football or any sports encounter.Politicians, true politicians say, "People have spoken" and congratulate their political opponents for their victory after general...
Michael Dingake 01 March 2012
Doing it for herself
An unidentified illness took her hearing in 1986 at the tender age of 10 years, when she was in Standard Four. She cannot hear or speak. She only uses signs to communicate. “I did not despair. The tragedy made me stronger. It...
CHAKALISA DUBE
Staff Writer 01 March 2012
Take reading seriously, BOSETU chief urges students
Hunyepa was speaking during the 2011 Junior Certificate (JC) victory celebrations over the weekend. "The formula to anything in life is reading. Read books, be it novels, textbooks or newspapers, as much as possible. Such mentality will make you...
CALISTUS KOLANTSHO
Correspondent 01 March 2012
China and the West in Africa
This would be a dramatic change in the traditional patterns of Western dominance over African affairs and would diminish Western political and economic leverage over the continent, thereby constituting a major challenges to Western hegemony over the...
* DEBAY TADESSE 01 March 2012
Open letter to Comrade Zuma
I know a lot of your people think that this country is but a province of your own country, I am sure you are different. At least you must know this, if anything, from the fact that the first time you came here you had to bring your passport. It is...
TSHIRELETSO MOTLOGELWA
Staff Writer 01 March 2012
Mmualebe
Erile mo tshiping e e fetileng, kgang ya 'Mosuke' e sena go tswa, bangwe ba babadi ba Mmualebe ba ntlhaeletsa ba re ga ba a tlhaloganya gore kgang e ne e reng. Ke ne ka leka go tlhalosa gore kgang e ne e le eng, mme ra dumalana ka tse ke neng ke di...
Sebofo Motshwane 01 March 2012
BLGU to host continental tourney
Preparations for the June 2-8 event in which a total of 16 countries will be participating are already under way, BLGU treasurer,Minkie Molatlhegi announced in Gaborone yesterday."The preparations are going on well and teams have started practising,"...
THATO KALA
Correspondent 02 March 2012
Bowls squad for World Championships announced
BBA spokesperson, John Gaborutwe said the team is already in camp preparing for the two tournaments. The 2012 World Bowls Championships will be held in Lockleys, Australia, from November 24 to December 9, while Durban, South Africa, will host the...
CALISTUS KOLANTSHO
Correspondent 02 March 2012
Sports View unveils invitational races plan
"We are planning to have invitational races in Botswana like in Europe. We invite guys from Namibia, Zimbabwe and South Africa. The race is run on an invitational basis. We pick the best athletes for each race," Dube told Mmegi Sport. The club will...
THATO KALA
Correspondent 02 March 2012
First cut
Gaborone United (GU) is one of those clubs with a rich history in Botswana soccer. It is a team that has produced great players and administrators but above all, it is a club well known for its good conduct both on and off the pitch. However, since...
Dennis Keagile 02 March 2012
Injury opens new avenues for Francis
Joining the well-equipped Sir Seretse Khama Barracks (SSKB) Boxing Club in 2003 offered him a chance to continue pursuing his childhood dream. He idolised great boxers such as Oscar de la Hoya, and was inspired by Thuso 'Scud' Khubamang. He dreamt of...
CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Staff Writer 02 March 2012
Comets eager to move further up the log
Comets have moved to seventh spot from 10th last week, but are aware of the stubbornness of the Kgatleng side which inflicted pain on them with a 1-0 victory away in Modipane. But sixth placed MU could find themselves in trouble if they approach the...
CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Staff Writer 02 March 2012
International assignments for local referees
Kutlwano Leso, Meshack Medupe and Moemedi Monakwane will handle the match between Hwange of Zimbabwe and Jamhuri of Zanzibar in the Confederations Cup. They are expected to leave today for the assignment. Leso has been in the spotlight this...
BOITUMELO KHUTSAFALO
Staff Writer 02 March 2012
Orapa teams pin hopes on 'umbrella'
Boteti Young Fighters, Orapa Wanderers, Orapa Bucks and Orapa Swallows came together to form Orapa United.However, White Diamonds pulled out of the merger at the last minute. The process started last June, and was formalised in January. Orapa...
MOSAH MOKGANEDI
Correspondent 02 March 2012
Miscellaneous look to bounce back against TAFIC
Revenge will be utmost in Miscellaneous' mind when they confront Matjiminyenga. TAFIC are in a buoyant mood after defeating GNT in the Francistown derby last weekend. On paper, TAFIC should beat Miscellaneous who are in the relegation...
KUSHATHA TABENGWA
Correspondent 02 March 2012
Wounded GU depleted ahead of BDF XI tie
GU will miss the services of Alphonso Modisaotsile and Stephen Maposa once again. The two missed the Township Rollers game because of injuries. Kaelo Kgaswane is also said to have picked up an injury on Sunday and will miss the upcoming encounter....
BOITUMELO KHUTSAFALO
Staff Writer 02 March 2012
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