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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...
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
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 11 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 11 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 11 July 2013
Bright targets league title
"I think we did well. This was my first season with team," he said, adding that about 70 percent of the squad was new. Bright noted that they only hit a slump after participating in the Confederation of African Football (CAF) games. ...
LEKOPANYE MOOKETSI
Correspondent 11 July 2013
A1 Hardware athletics sponsorship exceeds P200,000
Otsetswe told Mmegi Sport in an interview this week that the sponsor, A1 Hardware and Electrical had agreed on a P200, 000 sponsorship over a period of five years but at the moment they have exceeded the amount. He said that the sponsor has now...
CALISTUS KOLANTSHO
Correspondent 11 July 2013
Olopeng challenges BFA over disciplinary case
The most recent hearing date was last Saturday, but did not go ahead with the association claiming he had requested an extension, which he denies.Olopeng last week revealed he had received a letter by post notifying him of the July 6 hearing date.But...
THATO KALA
Correspondent 11 July 2013
Cape Town firm agrees to buy Notwane
GMG Holdings, which is owned by a Motswana, Kealeboga Gift Mogapi, owns the club with 80 percent shareholding.Mogapi, who was unveiled to the media with his team at the press conference, however, would not be drawn into divulging full details of the...
FREDERICK KEBADIRETSE
Staff Writer 11 July 2013
BONA Northern Zone to set up DC
Kgomotso Mtokufa, the BONA Northern Zone league chairperson, said she is set to meet with the BONA leadership to deliberate on the setting up of a disciplinary committee.Mtokufa said the envisaged disciplinary committee would be tasked with punishing...
SHINGIRAI MADONDO
Correspondent 11 July 2013
Bakgatla a hit in South Africa
He says he is excited about the level of support he has been receiving in the country after several live performances he has had there. After a few shows in Rustenburg, Bakgatla says he was very well-received. He said: "I am now starting to think...
KGOMOTSO MOLELEKENG
Correspondent 11 July 2013
Persevering Dipstrada to release album soon
The House-Kwaito lad from Kanye says determination and passion are what kept him going all along despite the numerous dead ends he encountered. After signing onto several recording deals and with production companies, he finally signed up with...
EUNICE MASIE
Correspondent 11 July 2013
Tote sets up DT for Big Brother boost
The company promotes artists all over Africa and the rest of the world through electronic and digital media including television, iTunes, radio stations and social media. The last part of the contract signed on Monday reads in part: "You...
THATO KALA
Correspondent 11 July 2013
Bisto the shy music man
His hit song filled with cheeky lyrics, Koloi Ya Sekgoropa, was the toast of various dusty streets parties and shebeens around the country. Although his music attracts a street-wise crowd, Bisto is a very shy, reserved man.His followers, who have...
CHIPPA LEGODIMO
Staff Writer 11 July 2013
Medupi 'fiasco' hits poor household: Agang
"The Eskom Medupi fiasco comes at a time when electricity prices are already rocketing.Ordinary citizens cannot afford to pay more only to see more blackouts," Ramphele said in a statement."The poorest households will be hardest hit with the double...
11 July 2013
Regulate initiation schools: ANCYL
"We believe these deaths are unnecessary and can be avoided. The African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) calls on government and traditional leaders to develop a national framework to regulate initiation schools," league spokesman Bandile...
11 July 2013
Zuma should have put governance above cronyism: DA
"The reality is that this Cabinet reshuffle by President Zuma proves that he is more interested in his political survival than ensuring that good governance is his top priority," Democratic Alliance parliamentary leader Lindiwe Mazibuko said in a...
11 July 2013
Sasol union scandal flares
A Business Times investigation has established the company has not paid taxes or Compensation Fund dues in years - yet it twice managed to renew a deal worth up to R5 million to supply coal to Sasol.This scandal is likely to throw the spotlight on...
11 July 2013
Nigeria sentences 4 Islamists to life for deadly bombings
The attacks on the electoral office, at a campaign rally and a church occurred in the central city of Suleija, near the capital Abuja. The suspects were accused of being members of Islamist extremist group Boko Haram.The deadliest was at the...
11 July 2013
Zim freezes spending
Finance Minister Tendai Biti confirmed the drastic cost-cutting measure yesterday, saying it was necessary to help fund the elections. ''We can't afford to pay anything but salaries. The government is frozen,'' said Biti, who is a leading figure in...
11 July 2013
Mursi's supporters reject plan
A day after more than 50 people were killed when troops opened fire on Brotherhood supporters, Hazem el-Beblawi, a liberal economist and former finance minister, was named interim prime minister.Former United Nations(UN) diplomat Mohamed ElBaradei,...
11 July 2013
Aviva closes P28m sale of Mmamantswe
On Wednesday, African Energy Resources' officials announced the deal complete saying Tuesday's positive vote "satisfied the final condition precedent to the Mmamantswe project acquisition".An Aviva statement released after yesterday's general meeting...
MBONGENI MGUNI
Staff Writer 11 July 2013
Net closes in on tax evaders
Finance Minister Kenneth Matambo read the Banking Amendment Bill for the second time in Parliament this week, taking a step further in dissolving secrecy provisions in the Banking Act. This will allow disclosure of confidential information by banks...
BRIAN BENZA
Staff writer 11 July 2013
Cape Town firm agrees to buy Notwane
Mogapi, who was unveiled to the media with his team at the press conference, however, would not be drawn into divulging full details of the partnership, saying they will be availed at the official launch on a date to be announced soon.He told...
FREDERICK KEBADIRETSE
Staff Writer 11 July 2013
DIS in P2.9m torture lawsuit
Phillip Tlhage, who accuses the DIS agents of arresting him and harassment over his remarks regarding the infamous cheetah attack on President Ian Khama wants compensation for the treatment. The letter of demand bearing the letterhead of...
TSHIRELETSO MOTLOGELWA
Staff writer 11 July 2013
Tati Siding accident claims two lives
"The truck appeared to have been heading south while the car seemed to have been coming to Francistown," said Kesupile in an interview. He said both the driver and the passenger in the car, which had been squashed under the truck, had been admitted...
BONTE SEEPI
Correspondent 11 July 2013
Cape Town firm agrees to buy Notwane
GMG Holdings, which is owned by a Motswana, Kealeboga Gift Mogapi, owns the club with 80 percent shareholding. Mogapi, who was unveiled to the media with his team at the press conference, however, would not be drawn into divulging full details of the...
FREDERICK KEBADIRETSE
Staff Writer 11 July 2013
Disabled get first priority in anti-poverty campaign
Speaking at the official opening of a week-long information and education exposition for the deaf on Tuesday in Francistown, the minister said the disabled do not have to provide anything in order to be assisted by the government. "This is one of the...
PINI BOTHOKO
Correspondent 11 July 2013
Masisi blames alcohol for increased HIV/AIDS infections
The occasion was held under the theme, 'Sustaining the Momentum of Positive Prevention.' "I know that these groups of young people we are discussing about are the very ones who indulge in alcohol, take drugs and engage in early sexual relationships,...
BONTE SEEPI
Correspondent 11 July 2013
BOFEPUSU march moved to August
This decision was reached after the federation felt that they were not yet ready for the march, said BOFEPUSU Deputy Secretary General Ketlhalefile Motshegwa in an interview on Tuesday. The main objective of the demonstration is to raise public...
KGOMOTSO MOLELEKENG
Correspondent 11 July 2013
Five appear for fake money
The five, Tumelo Mmakgotso, 30, Motlabaseyo Modikwa, 37, Kabelo Kemolatlhe, 29, Mqhaphelisi Ncube, 19, and Phineas Mononyane, 35, were arrested on May 1, 2013 here. Attorney Leatile Sengwatse representing Mmakgotso told the court that there are many...
LEBOGANG MOSIKARE
Correspondent 11 July 2013
People living with disabilities slam govt for neglect
FRANCISTOWN: People living with disabilities are angered by what they say is lack of proper care by the Botswana government.They said this at the on-going week-long information and education exposition held at Francistown Centre for the Deaf...
PINI BOTHOKO
Correspondent 11 July 2013
Mogae to mediate in Egypt
The Panel is mandated to interact with the ruling authorities and other Egyptian stakeholders to establish a constructive political dialogue aimed at national reconciliation, as well as to contribute to their efforts as they work towards a transition...
11 July 2013
Mmolotsi labels Guma a 'mad man'
At a press conference the party hosted, BMD Secretary-General Wynter Mmolotsi yesterday labeled Moyo a mad man and cautioned him that BMD is made up of principled individuals.Mmolotsi said there was no way the BMD would disband and join the BDP as...
ISAIAH MOREWAGAE
Staff Writer 11 July 2013
First Motswana Anglican bishop to be consecrated
Invited guests include President Ian Khama, fellow bishops from the CPCA, other Christian leaders, representatives of linked overseas churches including the Bishop of Newcastle in the Church of England, and the bishops of Johannesburg, Matlosane,...
STAFF WRITER 11 July 2013
Break-in at Moleps centre leaves inmates stranded
The Station Commander for Molepolole Police, Superintendent Tawana Tawana, confirmed that they are currently investigating a case of office break-in and theft at Molepolole Prison. "We have not arrested anyone in connection with the incident but we...
VICTOR MUYAKWABO
Staff Writer 11 July 2013
Opposition gores Khama
FRANCISTOWN: Opposition politicians have returned fire after President Ian Khama hit out at them last week, calling them unpatriotic. "Khama is a crybaby and a spoiled kid. He has a tendency of thinking that he is more patriotic than the rest of us....
CHAKALISA DUBE
Staff Writer 11 July 2013
Nasha lashes out at lazy civil servants
Nasha's disappointment came in the wake of two ministers failing to answer questions due to inadequate information provided by the accountable officers on Tuesday.Nasha had to come to the rescue of cabinet minister Kitso Mokaila after he failed to...
ISAIAH MOREWAGAE
Staff Writer 11 July 2013
So they know?
The severe criticism followed the failure of certain ministers to respond to parliamentary questions, which in turn has a damaging effect on service delivery. Nasha's turn on civil servants comes against the background of a new round of words...
11 July 2013
Talking blues
I told you guys. Nobody cared to listen to me. I said it many times before, but still got a cold shoulder. Finally, my stance is paying off that the Khama Magic exists. Electricity is coming next week. No more load-shedding.This is not a...
Bame Piet 11 July 2013
Selefu 11 July 2013
11 July 2013
Softball extravaganza slated for this weekend
Tournament starts on Saturday and the finals will be held on Monday. He explained that the intention is to have the tournament grow each year. Plans are afoot to invite teams from neighbouring countries next month.Kenosi said the extravaganza remains...
CALISTUS KOLANTSHO
Correspondent 12 July 2013
New Horizon get shot in the arm
The total value of the deal is in the region of P20, 000. Club secretary Marang Ramahobo said the sponsorship was a major boost to their development efforts. "Our aim is to have a team that can compete with South African and Egyptian youth clubs by...
THATO KALA
Correspondent 12 July 2013
BISA to finalise table tennis squad
About 240 players took part in the competition in both singles and team category. Competitors were divided into 16 teams in the girls and boys sections. BISA competitions director, Gomolemo Rankosha told Mmegi Sport that they were eying players that...
MOSAH MOKGANEDI
Staff Writer 12 July 2013
Police V gear up for Africa
And Police will follow in their footsteps this time around. The current log leaders, Police, have already confirmed their participation in the qualifying competition for November's Club Champions finals.Coach James Kalebwe said they had learnt a...
THATO KALA
Correspondent 12 July 2013
Masters welcomes clubs' privatisation
Already five clubs - Gaborone United (GU), Township Rollers, Mochudi Centre Chiefs, BMC and Notwane - have been privatised and many more are set to follow suit. Speaking to Mmegi Sport yesterday, Masters said privatisation of clubs is a good...
FREDERICK KEBADIRETSE
Staff Writer 12 July 2013
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