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The role of trade unions in politics [Part 3]
In the final analysis, the only solution is for revolutionary intellectuals and advanced sections of the working class to form a socialist party to challenge the entire capitalist edifice which is the bedrock of their exploitation and oppression. A...
10 July 2013
Europe's shame: Snowden and Morales
Last night, in an astonishing display of fawning obedience to the demands of US leaders, France and Germany first announced that they would not grant asylum to Snowden, despite broad popular support by French and German people for such an offer of...
*DAVE LINDORFF 10 July 2013
Che's 'betrayer' tells his side of the story
Ciro Bustos was 26 and at his in-laws' house for a barbecue one spring Sunday in 1958 when he first heard the voice. It belonged to a fellow Argentinian, a doctor four years his senior who was fighting alongside Fidel Castro in the mountains of...
10 July 2013
Mandela versus Mandela - soap opera morphs into theatre of the absurd
Between the factional battles in the African National Congress and the omnipresent tensions in the Mandela family, there was always a danger that Nelson Mandela's final send-off might become a fiasco. While his status as a former president ensures...
10 July 2013
Democracy is expensive! What is the real cost?
It encompasses social, economic and cultural conditions that enable the free and equal practice of political self-determination. The term originates from the Greek __________ (d_mokrat’a) 'rule of the people', which was coined from _____...
*DR MORGEN CHAWAWA 10 July 2013
The 'curse' of Old Palapye lives on
But Khama, a devoted Christian, did not believe his wife's death was due to some 'ill-spirits' despite his son, Sekgoma and part of morafe labelling the death of the Queen Mother as a sign of ill-omen of this place. He got married again to a...
THALEFANG CHARLES
Staff Writer 10 July 2013
Kingdom-O-Metre
Batswana support death penalty. This is the statement that is not so uncommon especially when our political leaders are asked to consider doing away with it. That we are a democratic country may not be completely disputed. Our democracy is measured...
DUMI MMUALEFE 10 July 2013
Issues in Education
One of the problems that came with the innovation was that the morning schools started so early that learners were exposed to several dangers on their way to school and the afternoon schools ended so late that learners were exposed to dangers on...
DORCAS MOLEFE
OWEN PANSIRI
SHELDON WEEKS 10 July 2013
The winners code
In the last issue I unpacked my reflections on the magnificent cathedral at Viuex Lyon in France. I noted among other things that the construction of the Cathedral began in the 12th century, on the ruins of a 6th-century church, and was completed in...
GEORGE CHINGARANDE 10 July 2013
Back Stage
Lisbon Story is a celebration of 100 years of cinema. It also takes pleasure in the City of Lisbon. Lisbon has featured as a character in many films. Eugne Green's The Portuguese Nun (2009) is also a morality tale starring the city of Lisbon, as is...
10 July 2013
BBA-Chase housemates down to 16
The latest to have their dreams shattered on Sunday are Malawi's Fatima, who was facing nomination for possible eviction for the first time; and Zimbabwe's Hakeem, who did not receive even a single vote to stay in the game. Hakeem, however, suffered...
STAFF WRITER 10 July 2013
As our Constitution lives, so does Mandela
To paraphrase John F Kennedy, "Ask not what Mandela can do for us, but what we can do for Mandela."Our Constitution is his living legacy; human dignity, the achievement of equality, and the advancement of human rights and freedoms. It specifies...
JAY NAIDOO 10 July 2013
As I see it
Can Themba was one of the most talented African writers in the 1950s; he was home with intellectuals, politicians, pastors and 'tsotsis,' with whom he shared his booze, cracked jokes and exchanged banter. Can's pockets always bulged with books...
10 July 2013
Skelemani says Egypt military "indisciplined"
Skelemani told Mmegi that the coup is a setback that will have far-reaching implications for Egyptians, adding that it will set a bad precedent for others to take power through unconstitutional means in future. He said the will of the people should...
LEBOGANG MOSIKARE
Correspondent 10 July 2013
North Central rules at BISA volleyball finals
It was a north central affair in the rush for gold when in girls' category, Lebogang JSS of Selebi-Phikwe edged out Goo-Semama JSS of Goo-Tau 3-0 to win gold with the latter settling for silver while Chobe JSS took bronze. In boys' category,...
JAMES KGOSI
Correspondent 10 July 2013
Last gasp Lesotho deny Zebras
Jerome Ramatlhakwana had answered his critics in the best possible way when he struck thrice to leave the Zebras leading 3-2 with seconds on the clock. Ramatlhakwana thrust the Zebras ahead in the 5th minute when he neatly finished off a brilliant...
MQONDISI DUBE
Staff Writer 10 July 2013
Below par competition irks volleyball coaches
The two coaches, for both men and women, say competition was below par and has not helped identify their weaknesses. Women's team assistant coach, Isaac Samuel said the level of competition was low. "I am not able to say whether we won because we...
MOSAH MOKGANEDI
Staff Writer 10 July 2013
Gunners cautious on privatisation
He told Mmegi Sport yesterday that they took a decision to first consult and involve all key stakeholders at the club before any final decisions are taken. "We realised that as much as we have problems and we need resources soon, we cannot rush this...
FREDERICK KEBADIRETSE
Staff Writer 10 July 2013
Mini show displays local talent
Principal home economics officer at GCC, Dimpho Macheng, who is also one of the organisers of the exciting event told Showbiz that they decided to hold the mini show to prepare for the main Consumer Fair that will be held on July 22 until July...
Kgomotso Molelekeng
Correspondent 10 July 2013
When Beauty gathers for a purpose
One of the event organisers, Kaone Mhlope (Jr) told Showbiz that this is an annual charitable beauty pageant that started last year. "Last year we were raising funds for Batho Madigele's kidney transplant and this year on April 30 it was the signing...
KGOMOTSO MOLELEKENG
Correspondent 10 July 2013
K'eeping it Nice and simple!
Mmegi: How can can you describe yourself in three words? KNice: Smart, caring and ambitious. Mmegi: How did you get into the world of DJ'ing? KNice: It started when I was a teenager. I loved attending picnics and parties where I would sit...
10 July 2013
Durban July- of horse racing and glamour
An event that has come of age, Durban July takes place every first Saturday of July and has been in existence since 1897. Apart from the horse racing, Durban July is synonymous with fashion parades and is a big date on the Southern African fashion...
MPHO TLALE
Staff Writer 10 July 2013
Egyptian Islamists rally after carnage as vote scheduled
Mursi's Muslim Brotherhood, which has led demonstrations against last week's military overthrow of the Islamist leader, called for an "uprising" after accusing troops and police of "massacring" its supporters during dawn prayers on Monday. "Each...
10 July 2013
Whose heads will roll, Gigaba?
Public Enterprises Minister Malusi Gigaba said in April that "heads will roll" if the project, near Lephalale in Limpopo, did not start producing electricity by the end of the year. But Eskom announced yesterday that the deadline was unlikely to be...
10 July 2013
Amplats strike comes to an end
"Yes they have returned to work in both mines, Thembelani and Khuseleka 1. Everything is normal," spokeswoman Bongeka Lwana said. On Monday, Amplats said about 5 600 workers had joined the strike at the two mines.Workers were demanding the reversal...
10 July 2013
Tsvangirai gets new bedfellows
Tsvangirai's Movement for Democratic Change has joined forces with Mugabe's former finance minister Simba Makoni and the Zanu-Ndonga party ahead of elections on July 31. The three formed a "coalition for change" behind Tsvangirai's bid to become...
10 July 2013
Gaddafi's 'sex slave' recalls meeting 'clueless' Blair
Now one of the girls - who was 15 at the time - has revealed that the young women were members of Gaddafi's "personal harem" and would later be raped in the tent where the summit had taken place. The girl, identified as Soraya, said she recognised...
10 July 2013
Dell launches Pro-Support services in Botswana
He said the launch is a result of significant transformation at the company in Botswana through the advancement of support and technical expertise with around-the-clock telephone diagnosis, local Dell-owned parts inventory and on-site service...
KGOMOTSO MOLELEKENG
Correspondent 10 July 2013
Russia closes gap on Botswana's top diamond status
According to data published this week by the Kimberley Process (KP) Certification Scheme, Russia produced more volumes of carats than any other country in the world last year at 35 million carats worth $2.87 billion, but Botswana narrowly...
BRIAN BENZA
Staff Writer 10 July 2013
Mmualebe
Go bolelwa fa tiro e e ne e le ya segopotso sa letsatsi la diteme mme sebui segolo kwa go yone e ne e le Tona ya Metshameko, Banana le Ngwao, Shaw Kgathi. Ga twe kgang kgolo ka letsatsi le, e ne e le gore, re le batho, a re ikgantshe ka teme kgotsa...
SEBOFO MOTSHWANE 10 July 2013
SADC and the spectre of more Zim refugees
The appeal was issued when SADC met in a summit at the Mozambican capital, Maputo, a few days after Mugabe and his ZANU-PF unilaterally announced the election date, much to the chagrin of Mugabe's partner in the star-crossed Government of National...
EDITORIAL 10 July 2013
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10 July 2013
Pressure mounts on Sata to fire acting CJ
Zambia's former High Commissioner to Britain Justice Lombe Chibesakunda, who has acted since last year, is long past retirement age and a committee of the National Assembly unanimously voted against her confirmation on this basis. The failure to...
ARTHUR SIMUCHOBA
Correspondent 10 July 2013
Our heritage
Egner, a Botswana citizen, was the brains behind the paper. The Examiner's first edition was a glossy colour affair which coincided with the annual Gaborone International Trade Fair making a fairly handsome profit according to Egner. The paper...
SANDY GRANT 10 July 2013
'City-based slaughter houses not a good idea'
He said the disadvantages of having an abattoir in the vicinity, outweighs the advantages. Monowe said that abattoirs located in densely populated areas such as Gaborone are likely to pollute waterways, affect the quality of air as well as be a...
LAWRENCE SERETSE
Correspondent 10 July 2013
Maun beef has low marketability - Tshireletso
Tshireletso was speaking on behalf of the Minister of Agriculture, Christian De Graff, when she shot down Kesaisamang Ramokwena's motion after he had tabled it at the just ended Ntlo ya Dikgosi sitting in Gaborone. Ramokwena had requested...
ZOLANI KRAAI
Correspondent 10 July 2013
Research must optimise delivery of existing interventions - Nyarko
World Health Organisation (WHO) representative to Botswana Dr Eugene Nyarko told participants at the official opening of a WHO training workshop on Implementation Research held at the University of Botswana (UB) yesterday that despite the growing...
ZOLANI KRAAI
Correspondent 10 July 2013
'Shortages of power, water are an ominous sign'
Even the things he said slipped our attention. In his speech at the University of Cape Town, this is what Obama had to say: "There cannot be true democracy and freedom when people are oppressed by sickness, hunger and darkness." As a middle-income...
REVEREND RICHARD MOLEOFE 10 July 2013
Botswana ranked 12th in African literacy
The figure is less than those of countries in the region like South Africa, Namibia, Swaziland, Lesotho, Mauritius and Zimbabwe, which invest heavily in education. The top rated African country for the third time is Zimbabwe with 90.9...
STAFF WRITER 10 July 2013
Rape victims get little help
Rape victims cry foul after reporting their cases as they feel that not enough counselling is offered to them after the traumatic experience of a sexual assault. In most cases the blame is directed at the victim.Commenting on the failure of society...
ITUMELENG TSHENYEGO
Correspondent 10 July 2013
Serial killer could be back
Police Station Assistant Station Commander Superintendent Milidzani Mbayi Mbayi said this in an interview with this publication yesterday morning when asked who could be behind the mysterious arsons taking place in the village. He said that on...
PINI BOTHOKO
Correspondent 10 July 2013
Morupule B could be on stream end of July - Mokaila
In an interview with Mmegi on the sidelines of the Botswana Democratic Party's (BDP) 35th national congress here last weekend, Mokaila said a lot of progress had been made with regards to remedial works at Morupule B Power Station. "We are almost...
CHAKALISA DUBE
Staff Writer 10 July 2013
Plane crash probe will take time
Rob Tasker,75, and Lindy Brooks, 56, were attempting to land the Bat-Air Cargo Embraer Banderaite at the Francistown Airport in the foggy morning of June 29 when it crashed seven kilometres from the runway. Reports indicate that the aircraft missed...
PATRICIA EDWIN
Staff Writer 10 July 2013
State seeks partners to set up leather processing plant
He said that land has already been identified to establish the plant and the government is currently negotiating with a number of companies to come and set up the facility. "Nine hectares for the plot have been identified, a feasibility study has...
BAME PIET
Staff Writer 10 July 2013
The role of trade unions in politics [Part 3]
In the final analysis, the only solution is for revolutionary intellectuals and advanced sections of the working class to form a socialist party to challenge the entire capitalist edifice which is the bedrock of their exploitation and oppression. A...
11 July 2013
Europe's shame: Snowden and Morales
Last night, in an astonishing display of fawning obedience to the demands of US leaders, France and Germany first announced that they would not grant asylum to Snowden, despite broad popular support by French and German people for such an offer of...
*DAVE LINDORFF 11 July 2013
Che's 'betrayer' tells his side of the story
Ciro Bustos was 26 and at his in-laws' house for a barbecue one spring Sunday in 1958 when he first heard the voice. It belonged to a fellow Argentinian, a doctor four years his senior who was fighting alongside Fidel Castro in the mountains of...
11 July 2013
Mandela versus Mandela - soap opera morphs into theatre of the absurd
Between the factional battles in the African National Congress and the omnipresent tensions in the Mandela family, there was always a danger that Nelson Mandela's final send-off might become a fiasco. While his status as a former president ensures...
11 July 2013
Democracy is expensive! What is the real cost?
It encompasses social, economic and cultural conditions that enable the free and equal practice of political self-determination. The term originates from the Greek __________ (d_mokrat’a) 'rule of the people', which was coined from _____...
*DR MORGEN CHAWAWA 11 July 2013
The 'curse' of Old Palapye lives on
But Khama, a devoted Christian, did not believe his wife's death was due to some 'ill-spirits' despite his son, Sekgoma and part of morafe labelling the death of the Queen Mother as a sign of ill-omen of this place. He got married again to a...
THALEFANG CHARLES
Staff Writer 11 July 2013
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