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Oh laptop, where art thou?
I’m stressed. I have been quietly searching for a particular laptop, to no avail. I will be doomed if the contents are revealed. Forget those financially troubled folk who are knee-deep in debt...the types who don’t answer their phones,...
Keletso Thobega 06 February 2014
Impossible is nothing
The two Gaborone based giants got the toughest draws they could have imagined, and maybe this is an opportunity for them to show that they can mix it with the African elite. The two teams play established sides in their own leagues, who are better...
Thuso Palai 06 February 2014
ECCO deny courting Changwe
Current ECCO coach Atshele Molapi will be given a role as one of the assistants at the club, a position he has held at the club in the past. Mmegi Sport has learnt that Changwe is currently attending a relative’s funeral in Zambia. "He...
Chakalisa Dube
| 06 February 2014
Vilakazi weighs options
Vilakazi said he was shocked to be served with a letter last Thursday ending his contract, which was supposed to run until June. But he is not holding a grudge against. On Tuesday, Vilakazi said he was still holding discussions with the...
Lekopanye Mooketsi 06 February 2014
BRU waits for clubs to name potential office bearers
BRU secretary general, Kadimo Modisa told Mmegi Sport yesterday that they made an announcement to the clubs last week to submit the names of the people they want in the leadership of the union. He said that the deadline for the submission of...
Calistus Kolantsho
| 06 February 2014
Glimmer of hope for Chiefs, GU
There were fears that the two sides may struggle financially to when they host Dynamos and SuperSport United next week. Hosting teams have to provide accommodation for visiting teams and match officials The BNSC had initially informed the two clubs...
Boitumelo Khutsafalo
| 06 February 2014
Madiba climbs up music ladder
The recording musician in him was yet to flourish. In recent times his career has seen an upward trend. His last album Gibela was a good composition, which simply drove mapantsula crazy. His most recent work is his fourth offering. The album,...
Chippa Legodimo 06 February 2014
Ohmz The Don shows true grit
Ohmz The Don, who grew up in the townships of Lobatse, is now based in Gaborone. He is currently working on his upcoming project, which he says, is yet to shock many. Having been under the tutelage of Ruxion of the Magosi fame, Ohmz The Don...
Kgomotso Molelekeng 06 February 2014
Botswood knocks sense into heads
Scripted and directed by Fenny Lekolwane, the television drama is set to premiere at the Botswood offices in Tlokweng on the evening of Valentine’s Day. "Some are calling for prostitutes to be taken to prison for selling their bodies. In...
Shingirai Madondo 06 February 2014
Acid test for Culture Spears, Charma Gal
So eventful this show is said to be that showbiz fans and critics will be out to understand the rumoured bad blood between the two lovebirds that co-own the celebrated Culture Spears. Of recent, the media has been awash with reports that Kabelo...
Shingirai Madondo 06 February 2014
Bullish prospects for the manufacturing sector
For several years the manufacturing sector was earmarked as the principal sector through which the twin goals of economic diversification and employment creation could be achieved. Matambo highlighted that through efforts by agencies such as...
Keikantse Lesemela 06 February 2014
Two sides of the Pula's fortunes
As a result of the deliberate policy by the Bank of Botswana, the Pula has weakened against most major trading currencies, while appreciating against the Rand. On an annual basis (12 months to January 2014), the Pula depreciated against the US...
Boitshepo Majube 06 February 2014
Ukraine � the threshing floor between East and West
Trouble started when the government reneged on an agreement between Ukraine and the European Union to borrow money and revamp the slowing economy. This would have been one of the many steps that the country needs to take in the direction of...
Boitshepo Majube 06 February 2014
Israel Apartheid week
During this week, the BNF will be hosting a number of events in raising awareness on the unfortunate situation that the Palistinians have to contend with on a daily basis. As a party that believes in the concept of international solidarity, we take...
Boitshepo Majube 06 February 2014
Indeed magistrates are bullies
He expressed concern that magistrates have a tendency of issuing arrest warrants willy nilly against witnesses, accused persons, and even defence lawyers. We have also noted as Lecha pointed out, that magistrates often make a late appearence...
Boitshepo Majube 06 February 2014
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Boitshepo Majube 06 February 2014
BNF councillor also launches funeral plan
He says all Bakgatla are welcome to participate regardless of party affiliation. “Ours is not a discriminatory one and it caters for all Bakgatla regardless of party affiliation”, he explained. He says he has realised that some people in...
Lerato Maleke 06 February 2014
Artists, collectors hail Art Activity Day
Visual arts have over the years been going on an upward trend. Though in comparison to the performing arts they are still miles behind. Government’s efforts to market local crafts both to the locals and the international audiences seem...
Chippa Legodimo 06 February 2014
Ministry dismisses miracle soap
"The Ministry of Health is extremely alarmed by the alleged misleading claims. The public is urged to ignore such claims as there is currently no none vaccine against HIV/AIDS infection. The Ministry further reminds the public to adhere...
Staff Writer 06 February 2014
Full speed to poverty eradication
Currently the sub-council has 64 projects, which have been equipped with the required materials, at various stages of implementation. "We are aware that there are new beneficiaries who are yet to receive the remainder of their packages and we plan...
Keikantse Lesemela 06 February 2014
Zim women plead guilty to buying stolen goods
The court heard that police arrested Yotami Monalisa and Adijah Mbaki, both 35 years-old, on January 5 at Bontleng location after they could not account for goods found in the car they were travelling in. The goods exhibited before court were...
Nnasaretha Kgamanyane
| 06 February 2014
Jwaneng, Moleps doing well in stocktheft cases
Speaking during the opening of the legal year, Dibotelo noted that provision of vehicles and fully equipped caravans was pivotal in the turnaround times. He said the same cannot be said about Letlhakane, Palapye, Selebi-Phikwe,...
Tsaone Basimanebotlhe
| 06 February 2014
BCP appeals dismissed
The rejected appeals were from Palapye, Gabane/Mmankgodi and Selibe-Phikwe East constituencies. While refusing to disclose the contents of the report, the BCP secretary general Dr Kesitegile Gobotswang yesterday confirmed that the appeals tribunal...
Tsaone Basimanebotlhe
| 06 February 2014
Syndicate target DTCB
This has been communicated to Debswana by security agencies and the company is moving swiftly to counter the threat. In a brochure distributed to Debswana employees about the impending introduction of scanners at all Debswana mines,...
Bame Piet 06 February 2014
FCC to buy new refuse collection trucks
The mayor, James Kgalajwe told Mmegi yesterday that they have saved P4.8 million from street cleaning and waste collection tenders, commonly known as ‘tlhometlhomela’. He said they will use the money to purchase three new refuse...
Pini Bothoko
| 06 February 2014
Workshop to ponder use of indigenous knowledge
The two-day workshop, scheduled for Monday and Tuesday, is expected to foster regional collaboration and regional sharing on IKS issues, which will include facilitating dialogue on the development of policies and legislative framework for the...
Maureen Odubeng
| 06 February 2014
Duo in court for Gantsi murder
Tshiamo Kgalalelo, 29 and Mmika Mpe, 24 are facing four counts of rape, robbery, murder and arson. The two Werda men were employed as labourers at the Vorsters’ Farm. They are said to have killed Johanna Vorster last week, after robbing her of...
Maureen Odubeng 06 February 2014
'Venson-Moitoi must go!' - Saleshando
He said that the demoraliing results coming from all levels of the public school system leave parents with no option but to "flee to private institutions"whose students fare much better. Saleshando, president of the Botswana Congress...
Gothataone Moeng 06 February 2014
Electricity kills three in Kweneng
BPC marketing and communications manager, Spencer Moreri, told Mmegi that they are aware of the deaths and a probe is on to find out what happened and whether compensation can be paid. He said that BPC has risk insurance, which deals with...
Nnasaretha Kgamanyane
| 06 February 2014
RoboCop
In 2028 Detroit, when Alex Murphy (Joel Kinnaman) - a loving husband, father and good cop - is critically injured in the line of duty, the multinational conglomerate OmniCorp sees their chance for a part-man, part-robot police officer.
Staff Writer 06 February 2014
Molokomme welcomes decision on forum shopping
Speaking at the opening of the legal year, Molokomme implored stakeholders to work together to stamp out this undesirable practice of forum shopping. "It would also be remiss of me if I did not comment on a topical subject to which your Lordship...
Isaiah Morewagae 06 February 2014
Labor Day
Depressed single mom Adele and her son Henry offer a wounded, fearsome man a ride. As police search town for the escaped convict, the mother and son gradually learn his true story as their options become increasingly limited.
Staff Writer 06 February 2014
Morupule B shut down
BPC spokesperson Spencer Moreri confirmed the plant’s total shutdown to Mmegi yesterday and pleaded with consumers to bear with the power utility while technicians work on the fault. "There is currently no power coming from the...
Staff Writer 06 February 2014
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2: Revenge of the leftovers
Flint Lockwood now works at The Live Corp Company for his idol Chester V. But he's forced to leave his post when he learns that his most infamous machine is still operational and is churning out menacing food-animal hybrids.
Staff Writer 06 February 2014
The Wolf of Wall Street
Based on the true story of Jordan Belfort, from his rise to a wealthy stockbroker living the high life to his fall involving crime, corruption and the federal government.
Staff Writer 06 February 2014
The Best Man Holiday
When college friends reunite after 15 years over the Christmas holidays, they discover just how easy it is for long-forgotten rivalries and romances to be reignited.
Staff Writer 06 February 2014
RoboCop
In 2028 Detroit, when Alex Murphy (Joel Kinnaman) - a loving husband, father and good cop - is critically injured in the line of duty, the multinational conglomerate OmniCorp sees their chance for a part-man, part-robot police officer.
Staff Writer 06 February 2014
Fire with Fire
A fireman takes an unexpected course of action when a man whom he's been ordered to testify against, after being held up at a local convenience store, threatens him.
Staff Writer 06 February 2014
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2: Revenge of the leftovers
Flint Lockwood now works at The Live Corp Company for his idol Chester V. But he's forced to leave his post when he learns that his most infamous machine is still operational and is churning out menacing food-animal hybrids.
Staff Writer 06 February 2014
12 Years a Slave
In the antebellum United States, Solomon Northup, a free black man from upstate New York, is abducted and sold into slavery.
Staff Writer 06 February 2014
BSE to launch platinum ETF
When launched by its sponsor, Absa Capital, the NewPlat ETF will join another ETF product on the BSE, the NewGold, also owned by the South African financial giant and debuted in 2010. In addition, the NewPlat will become the BSE’s third ETF...
Mbongeni Mguni
| 06 February 2014
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