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Defiling the body of Christ
We hear that among other crimes that led to his deportation, Prophet Francis Sakufiwa warmed up women in his church and derived pleasure from waking up at sunrise next to them, nude and naked. It must be this harem of Jezebels who got tired of empty...
25 July 2012
Botswana's economic zones and the 'Miracle of Shenzhen'
If you ever visit what was once the British colony of Hong Kong and cross the 'border' you will enter the mega-city of Shenzhen with a population of 14 million people which started life not so long ago as a small fishing village. In 1980 when Chinese...
25 July 2012
BNF and the opposition agenda
As the great thinkers of the left have said, "philosophers have interpreted the world in many ways. What matters now is to change it." The philosopher Epicurus was spurred by the same idea when he stated, "Vain is the sword of any philosopher that...
25 July 2012
Thebeyame Tsimako - From constable to commissioner
After serving as commissioner of the Botswana Police Service (BPS) since 2007, Tsimako will call it a day next week. Although he reached his retirement age in June 2010, President Ian Khama renewed his contract by 12 months. Khama was to later renew...
25 July 2012
Gaborone planning - problems and prospects
It is well known for readers today as excellent writers like Sandy Grant and others have told you that the site for the new capital was chosen primarily because of the availability of water supply from a suitable dam site (and of course, land...
JAN WAREUS
Veteran town planner 25 July 2012
Icons Of Botswana
She worked with district authorities and in particular district development committees to ensure that programmes were within the district development priorities and met government policy objectives. During her stay at the ministry she was a lead...
KGOMOTSO MOLELEKENG
Correspondent 25 July 2012
NBC slated for October
BOCCIM says the biennial multi-dimensional conference is a highly respected forum for private-public dialogue. This year, the conference is expected to attract 400 participants from the public, private and civil society sectors. President...
LEKOPANYE MOOKETSI 25 July 2012
Ex-Wall Street attorney to train local entrepreneurs
The United States Embassy has sponsored the forum, which is meant to assist entrepreneurs identified as having substantial potential for growth.According to a statement released by the US Embassy in Gaborone, the workshops will cover how to scale a...
SHINGIRAI MADONDO
Correspondent 25 July 2012
S&P maintains Botswana's stable credit ratings
In a statement S&P said although Botswana's narrow economic base is still a worrisome trend, the country's track record of prudent economic policies and high transparency are strong by emerging market standards. "The stable outlook balances...
BRIAN BENZA
Staff Writer 25 July 2012
Only a transformed ANC can lead SA to prosperity
Consequently, there was some anticipation regarding the policy choices that would emerge from the recent African National Congress (ANC) 4th National Policy Conference, held from June 26 to 29. Although ANC Secretary General Gwede Mantashe claimed...
*HAMADZIRIPI TAMUKAMOYO 25 July 2012
Bojale, bogwera, nothing much has changed
My mother had taken me to a hairdresser to plait my hair since salons were rare in those days. That time, your neighbour could even plait your hair free of charge. Since I was the only female in my family, followed by twin brothers, my mother did not...
25 July 2012
Vultures climb in IRB rankings
The team moved to position 77 in the World from 81 following a dream start in the Confederation of African Rugby (CAR) Five Nations tournament underway in Gaborone. The Vultures beat Zambia 23-15 in the opening game. The team had also warmed up with...
MOSAH MOKGANEDI
Staff Writer 25 July 2012
Steyn picnics on last scraps of England
Yet for three hours or more 15,000 sun-drenched spectators at The Oval were engrossed, applauding every run, every maiden over, all rising to their feet when Ian Bell reached his fifty - only a fifty yet at the time his innings seemed as significant...
25 July 2012
'Friends of Football' test Fani's nine lives
Tears might not be shed on Saturday, but the BFA elections present a watershed moment that might shape the direction of local football. In their hands, the regions carry the future of football as the association prepares to hold a critical poll,...
25 July 2012
Seribe out of Olympics team
There has been confusion surrounding Team Botswana with many saying the country will have five entrants at the Games that start on Saturday in London. But Botswana National Olympic Committee (BNOC) chief executive officer, Tuelo Serufho has cleared...
THATO KALA
Correspondent 25 July 2012
Nato is still our player-GU
South African media last week reported that Nato has penned a two-year deal with Wits. GU spokesperson,Lepholetha City Senne confirmed to Mmegi Sport yesterday that Wits have not submitted any formal offer for the player. Nato was on target for the...
FREDERICK KEBADIRETSE
Staff Writer 25 July 2012
Bangwato induct Masitaphefo and Maratakgosi regiments
"You went into the bush as boys and girls but you have returned as young men and women. I am happy to say that you were an enthusiastic lot and were willing to learn from your elders," Sekgoma said. Sekgoma further urged parents to support their...
GASEBALWE SERETSE
Correspondent 25 July 2012
Maun magnate opens Trekkers in Mogo
The new club was opened on Friday evening amid unprecedented pomp featuring local and South African DJs. The event attracted many curious revellers who sampled the new state of the art facility. Masole took over the old nightclub, which...
LEKOPANYE MOOKETSI
Correspondent 25 July 2012
Remembering an accomplished fitness instructor
On the streets of Mochudi, she is still praised for her remarkable career which she dedicated to changing people's lives through promoting health and fitness, transforming the Notwane shopping complex and the Bakgatla sovereign capital. Born in...
LERATO MALEKE
Correspondent 25 July 2012
Why the music industry won't grow
Various reasons have been advanced by those involved in the industry for the poor growth with some musicians often blaming piracy as the evil deed that denies many of them the right to benefit from their talents while some have modestly acknowledged...
CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Staff Writer 25 July 2012
Young drummer determined to live his dream
At the young age of 18, Wynton Senwelo has made a mark in the music industry and has already performed with some local jazz heavyweights like Shanti Lo, Citie Seetso, Kearoma, Punah and Nnunu. Although he tries to live a normal and relaxed...
MPHO TLALE
Staff Writer 25 July 2012
Syria crisis: Aleppo and Homs clashes amid prison revolts
In Aleppo and Homs, there have been revolts and attempted breakouts by prisoners. Nine inmates died during the Aleppo jail rebellion, activists say. Activists say security forces are threatening to storm the Homs prison. The renewed fighting comes...
25 July 2012
Afghan policemen defect to Taliban in Farah province
They say the commander, named as Mirwais, was in charge of a 20-man checkpoint when he defected on Sunday. The men are said to have taken heavy weaponry, radios and police vehicles including US-made armoured Humvees. Farah is one of the most...
25 July 2012
Foes in bid to ease Madagascar's turmoil
Rajoelina, who came to power in 2009 after a coup against then president Marc Ravalomanana, said the pair would hold talks in the Seychelles later this week. He announced the meeting hours after the army killed the leader of a mutiny in a barracks...
25 July 2012
India's Assam issues 'shoot on sight' orders amid violence
The move follows fierce fighting between indigenous tribespeople and Muslim settlers in Kokrajhar and Chirang districts. More than 60,000 people have fled their homes for relief camps. There have been tensions between indigenous groups and Muslim...
25 July 2012
Sudan turns down South Sudan oil deal proposal
The offer and its refusal come just days ahead of an AU- and UN-imposed deadline calling on both sides to reach agreements on issues including oil transit fees, border demarcation and security by the specified date. Pagan Amum, South Sudan's chief...
25 July 2012
MPs urge rethink over UK aid to Malawi
The United Kingdom(UK) suspended direct funding in 2011 amid concerns about mismanagement and human rights violations, while still giving support through other channels. A group of Members of Parliament(MPs) said there had been "dramatic changes"...
25 July 2012
Trade deficit widens on higher imports
Botswana exports rough diamonds from its major producer, Debswana to London for aggregation, before importing parcels for on-sale to the 16 cutting and polishing firms resident in Botswana. Thus diamonds appear on trade figures as both exports...
STAFF WRITER 25 July 2012
Poso House facelift nears completion
Once the refurbishments, which were commissioned mid last year are complete, the building would have new facilities, including an expanded parking lot. Speaking in an interview, head of Property and Procurement at BotswanaPost, Booster Nkomba...
LEKOPANYE MOOKETSI
Correspondent 25 July 2012
Botswana Life launches premier products
Explaining the products on Tuesday, Thomas Masifhi, head of Client Services and Business Support said the new products offer clients reduced turnaround times for claims. He said funeral assistance benefits are processed within six to 24 hours while...
KEIKANTSE LESEMELA
Correspondent 25 July 2012
Why Russia opposed UN resolution on Syria
The resolution was not adopted since Russia and China vetoed it. Two members of the UN Security Council - Pakistan and South Africa - abstained from voting. This draft resolution was tabled for voting despite our repeated indications that it is...
*ALEXANDER LUKASHEVICH 25 July 2012
Where is the money?
For five years or more, Kanye-Jwaneng road reserves have been densely populated with cattle, donkeys and goats, particularly at the Moatle junction. I counted 153 head on a trip to Jwaneng two years ago while a colleague stopped counting at 250 the...
25 July 2012
Mmualebe
Ga twe o simolotse a direla Lekalana la Metsi kwa Hukuntsi, morago a tsena mo go la dijo (Food Resources) kwa Tsabong. Go bolelwa fa nako eo ditsela di ne di le thata ka go ne go le motlhaba, e bile e se mongwe le mongwe yo o neng a kgona go...
SEBOFO MOTSHWANE 25 July 2012
The state should go slow on demolitions
They encapsulate the defeatist attitude of a beaten people. They are a statement - nay, a whisper - of sorrow that cuts to the heart. They are a summary of surrender. But they are as widespread as the poverty that encircles communities throughout...
EDITOR 25 July 2012
Selefu 25 July 2012
25 July 2012
The 2010 exams crisis primer
In September 2009, in a case between Opelo Makhandela, then director of Teaching Service Management, and unions representing teachers, Judge Mpaphi Phumaphi rules that teachers were not obliged to invigilate external examinations, as that is the...
25 July 2012
Africa's millions of young people must add up to demographic dividend
The median age is now 18, which is seven years younger than in south Asia and 16 years below China. There are 70 million more Africans under the age of 14 than a decade ago. Over the next 10 years, the number will rise by another 76 million....
*LINAH MOHOHLO 25 July 2012
Global super-rich has $21tn hidden in secret tax havens
There may be as much as $32 trillion of hidden financial assets held offshore by high net worth individuals (HNWls), according to our report The Price of Offshore Revisited, which is thought to be the most detailed and rigorous study ever made of...
25 July 2012
BPP takes dismal loss of Monarch West in stride
BPP came last at the by-election that was held last weekend in Francistown at 107 votes out of a total 724 votes. Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) garnered 364 votes followed by Botswana Congress Party (BCP) at 250 votes. BPP vice-president...
PATRICIA EDWIN
Staff Writer 25 July 2012
Man found guilty of rape
Oageng Samson failed to convince Senior Magistrate, Kgololesego Segabo that the complainant was his girlfriend when he had sex with her in February 2010. The magistrate said that besides the act being unlawful, Samson had sex without the consent of...
KUSHATHA TABENGWA
Correspondent 25 July 2012
Sub-district will continue Ipelegeng as a stopgap measure
Addressing a full council meeting here, chairman Driver Motlokwa said lack of job opportunities continued to be a challenge in the sub-district, hence continuation of the Ipelegeng programme. Motlokwa revealed that the sub-district was...
MPHO MOKWAPE and
NNASARETHA KGAMANYANE
Correspondents 25 July 2012
Rakhudu explains brigades staffing problems
The Assistant Minister of Education, Keletso Rakhudu, recently told the House that his ministry inherited debts and liabilities of the 18 brigades in the takeover last year. Rakhudu said the decision to take over brigades was arrived at because some...
BABOKI KAYAWE
Staff Writer 25 July 2012
BCP confident of winning Tswapong South
BCP president, Dumelang Saleshando says while his party was growing faster than any other party in the constituency, the same could not be said for the ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), which he said, was on a decline. Saleshando said the...
ONALENNA MODIKWA
Staff Writer 25 July 2012
KDC chair asks Khama to intervene in Kgatleng impasse
Speaking at a full council meeting yesterday attended by Khama and members of his Cabinet, Mooketsi said he hopes that Khama's recent visits to Kgatleng would usher peace between the parties. He also described Vice President Mompati Merafhe, who...
LERATO MALEKE
Correspondent 25 July 2012
Study finds strong rural-urban linkages in Botswana
The study shows that 70 percent of those interviewed view villages as their real homes, 73.2 percent of these being women. Further, Dr. Gwen Lesetedi's research shows that 20.6 percent of urban dwellers interviewed plan to retire to and be buried in...
GOTHATAONE MOENG
Staff Writer 25 July 2012
Kweneng Land Board defies court order?
The order stated that Kweneng Land Board should put the demolitions of three plots that belong to the Dipheko family on hold, until they have submitted to the court explaining why the applicants (Dipheko family) cannot be permitted to occupy the...
VICTOR MUYAKWABO
Staff Writer 25 July 2012
'I won't sell BMC' - de Graaf
Addressing journalists in Gaborone on Tuesday, he said the BMC has just been re-listed to export to the European Union (EU). DeGraaf said, "I am happy to inform you that so far 16 feedlots and 164 farms have been registered to sell to the BMC....
BAME PIET
Staff Writer 25 July 2012
BEC regarded teachers as cheap labour - Report
The inquiry was chaired by a former long-standing Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD), Keetla Masogo. A report on the probe says while the establishment of BEC by an Act of Parliament in 2002 had made new...
GOTHATAONE MOENG
Staff Writer 25 July 2012
More terror in Ramaphatle
Ramaphatle councillor, Ofentse Mafoko, told Mmegi that they had just finished addressing the villagers about a court order stopping the demolitions when the police arrived to find some residents removing roofs from their houses. He said after the...
VICTOR MUYAKWABO
Staff Writer 25 July 2012
Day of terror in Ramaphatle
2.A child cries from the painful effects of tear-gas 3.This Ramaphatle woman told the police: 'Shoot me or leave us alone. We are tired of this'. 4.Hawk-eyed police officers stand guard in the village
PICS: MORERI SEJAKGOMO 25 July 2012
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