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In this week's paper
19 May 2014
Save the vulture
Where a decade ago there were several thousands vultures from various species, only a few hundred remain in Botswana. Some species are now classified as nearly extinct and others as critically endangered. To a less informed person, no one should...
450,Mmegi Editor,,2013/october/04,2013-10-04 17:32:19, 19 May 2014
Where did we go wrong with democracy
19 May 2014
Mmegi30yrs: Showbiz still going strong 30 years on
Arts and Culture encompasses many disciplines, which include but are not limited to the performing arts (drama, poetry etc) as well as visual and fine arts. From the onset, Mmegi made a commitment to giving readers diverse news, which of course...
399,Staff Writer,,2013/october/04,2013-10-04 09:33:14, 19 May 2014
Lake Ngami urgently needs ablution facilities
Chairperson, Moletelo Molathiwa, has revealed that fishermen in the camp don’t have anywhere to answer the ‘call of nature’ and have resorted to relieving themselves in the nearby bushes. She said this exposes animals to...
8171,Leinanyana Tsiane,,2014/february/28,2014-02-28 13:01:12, 19 May 2014
Kak Advise: residents have four months to comply
“The WUC urges all households in these areas to connect to the network and discontinue the use of pit latrines and septic tanks. We are giving those households grace periods up to the December 2014 to have connected to the network,” the...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg,2013/october/22,2013-10-22 14:33:37, 19 May 2014
City Lodge expands in East Africa
The company last year opened its 104-room Town Lodge in Gaborone, and it recently bought the 50% it did not already own in two hotels in Nairobi, Kenya. In its year ended June City Lodge’s normalised diluted headline earnings share rose by 11%...
19 May 2014
Botswana: refuge for South Africas rhino
In a recent story about the translocation, City Press quotes South Africa’s Environmental Affairs Minister, Edna Molewa, as confirming her country’s intent. “South Africa is considering a range of rhino strongholds, inclusive of...
662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg,2013/october/10,2013-10-10 22:37:48, 19 May 2014
Public servants encouraged to adhere to the PSC
Acting Director of Directorate of Public Service Management (DPSM), Theophilus Mooko, said this during the Public Service Charter Pylon launch at Tlokweng Education Centre (TEC) on Friday. TEC hosted the launch for the Ministry of Education and...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg,2013/october/22,2013-10-22 14:33:37, 19 May 2014
Key populations vital in the fight against AIDS
Former President and Chairperson of the National AIDS Council, Festus Mogae, said this when officiating at the National AIDS Council (NAC) 20th meeting held in Gaborone on Thursday. Mogae said, like other populations that were vulnerable to the HIV...
432,Zolani Kraai,,2013/october/04,2013-10-04 14:21:39, 19 May 2014
Tlokweng BDP members distance themselves from anti-Katse petition
The concerned members have filed affidavits claiming they were unaware of the petition and that their signatures were forged. Acting Station commander of Tlokweng police, inspector Molebatsi Moremi, said no case has been opened but there is a...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg,2013/october/01,2013-10-01 16:31:00, 19 May 2014
ACHAP spreads into broader Africa
Speaking during the awards ceremony on Friday, Jerome Mafeni, ACHAP chief executive said the organisation is introducing new strategy in which it will have multiple funders as the main funders are revising their funding priorities. He said ACHAP is...
445,Keikantse Lesemela,phpF8B6.tmp.jpg,2013/october/04,2013-10-04 14:36:34, 19 May 2014
Ramsay almost calls Mogae a liar
“As a democratic Government, we respect opinions and welcome criticism from all quarters. This is as true for retired political leaders as it is of any other Motswana,” The statement was in direct contrast to Mogae’s assertion...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg,2013/october/01,2013-10-01 16:31:00, 19 May 2014
Still no progress in Moroka shooting
The DPP’s dithering remains a mystery considering the fact that they received the final investigation report more than two months ago. “The office of the DPP initially received the docket pertaining to the matter in May, the docket was...
662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg,2013/october/10,2013-10-10 22:37:48, 19 May 2014
Basarwa sue Khama
Nare Gaoberekwe, Mosetlhanyane Matsipane, Amogelang Segootsane, Gaorapelwe Kgwathiswa and Mogoba Tshiamiso are residents of the CKGR, who have instituted the notice to sue. “The claimants’ cause of action is their right as citizens...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg,2013/october/04,2013-10-04 10:05:38, 19 May 2014
Pilikwe radiation case finally in court
Justice Modiri Letsididi instructed the parties on Thursday to have filed heads of argument by October 24, latest 31 and to be ready to argue their matter on November 5. “For the sake of moving this case forward I expect all to have filed...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg,2013/october/09,2013-10-09 10:20:58, 19 May 2014
Khamas mystery woman
Take his latest escapade to Makgadikgadi Pans over the weekend, where he attended this year’s sky-diving event. He arrived in the company of a smoldering, sultry woman, who was synonymous with his every move throughout the...
423,Thalefang Charles,phpAA56.tmp.jpg,2013/october/04,2013-10-04 10:30:56, 19 May 2014
BHC home ownership campaign gathers pace
The corporation’s marketing manager Pinkie Tau told Mmegi Business that the campaign is progressing very well as many people have shown interest in buying the houses they have been renting for years. “After we educate them about the...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg,2014/may/19,2014-05-19 15:07:35, 19 May 2014
Lucara lift revenue forecasts
In a statement, the company says that it has maintained its overall cost outlook for the mine of between $31-$33 per tonne ore processed with Karowe operating performance exceeding targets during the first six months of 2014. “The company...
399,Staff Writer,,2013/october/04,2013-10-04 09:33:14, 19 May 2014
Local acts to get treat
The lineup for the music show includes Kast, Noello, Amanandos and the MMP family to mention just a few. The lineup will also feature a number of young and upcoming musicians. Vans Party will also feature dance groups such as Black Diamond...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg,2014/february/25,2014-02-25 17:07:23, 19 May 2014
No Kuru dance fest three years on
Kuru Development Trust (KDT) board chairperson, Aaron Johannes, informed D’Kar community at a kgotla meeting recently that the dance festival will not be held this year as they have no sponsors. He revealed that they had managed to secure...
8171,Leinanyana Tsiane,,2014/february/28,2014-02-28 13:01:12, 19 May 2014
Thabangs daring single takes jabs at regime
Showbiz had a chat with the controversial afro-jazz artist, who had nothing nice to say about the present leaders. “We are living in dangerous times. In the past, Batswana were free to express themselves, but we see things changing in...
474,Gasebalwe Seretse,,2013/october/05,2013-10-05 12:48:58, 19 May 2014
Feine thrills American lensman
Rheims heard Feine’s song online and immediately posted comments praising the 17-year-old Moeding student. He told Showbiz this week that the youngster has ‘extraordinary musical talent’ hence the decision to do a bright and...
439,Thato Kala,,2013/october/04,2013-10-04 14:27:40, 19 May 2014
Botswana improves despite failure to win chess medals
Though the Botswana Chess Federation (BCF) had set a target of winning at least a medal in the open and women sections, the country’s chess players failed to deliver. The men’s team slipped out of the medal category in round 10 when they...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg,2013/october/01,2013-10-01 10:04:00, 19 May 2014
KBL renews BoBA sponsorship
KBL through its product, Keone Mooka Mageu has been sponsoring BoBA for the last 13 years, having started in 2001. BoBA public relations officer, Mmaotho Segotso told Mmegi Sport yesterday that KBL has agreed to continue the sponsorship, though he...
440,Teichler Rankoa,,2013/october/04,2013-10-04 14:28:13, 19 May 2014
Maposa moves to South Africa
Maposa is still in the country awaiting his police clearance after which he will travel to the team’s Ga-rankuwa base, a township 37 kilometres north of Pretoria. The police clearance, according to the player, is likely to be ready by...
439,Thato Kala,,2013/october/04,2013-10-04 14:27:40, 19 May 2014
Rookies Sankoyo put their noses in front
Week two of the Premier League proceeded with no news of a sponsor for the competition, but things are shaping up well for what promises to be thrilling campaign. Bush Bucks, 2-1 victors over Motlakase Power Dynamos on the opening day, proved they...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg,2013/october/01,2013-10-01 09:53:00, 19 May 2014
Butale, Masire lead UDC race
The Botswana Movement for Democracy (BMD) chairperson Nehemiah Modubule recently stated that president of Botswana Public Employees Union (BOPEU) Andrew Motsamai will not be fielded as the UDC candidate in Gaborone Central. Modubule disclosed that...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg,2013/october/01,2013-10-01 16:31:00, 19 May 2014
In the Friday paper
19 May 2014
Yet another eventful year in sports
BFA internal bickering The Botswana Football Association (BFA), which seems to thrive on controversy, was at it again. There was reported bad blood between Britons, Zebras coach, Peter Butler and general manager Keith Masters. Butler at some point...
411,Boitumelo Khutsafalo,phpCD8F.tmp.jpg,417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 19 May 2014
The past year in foreign news
Saturday, 8 March Flight MH 370 disappears Malaysia Airline Flight MH370 disappeared on Saturday, 8 March 2014, while flying from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, to Beijing International Airport, China. The aircraft carrying 227...
19 May 2014
Economy growth steadies in lukewarm 2014
According to figures presented by Statistics Botswana, the economy grew by 5.8 percent and 5.2 percent in the first and second quarter respectively, with analysts forecasting a year-end growth of around 5%. While the IMF and other pundits forecast...
406,Brian Benza,phpE652.tmp.jpg, 19 May 2014
Big Five losers of 2014
Ian Khama and BDP After five years abusing the State media to campaign for this year’s election, President Ian Khama and his ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) only managed to get 46 percent of the popular vote. This is despite the...
19 May 2014
Butale: The Queen of Ping Pong
Born 31 years ago in Makaleng, because of her diminutive figure Butale stayed clear of contact sports like netball, tennis and volleyball and instead chose table tennis. It was however not before she dabbled in lawn tennis which she...
440,Teichler Rankoa,, 19 May 2014
Mmadinare Xmas race to honour Kedikilwe
Apparently, “PHK” as Kedikilwe is affectionately called has been the marathon sponsor since 1989. The committee chairperson Moses Raphutshe has said that this year’s race is also meant to celebrate its 25 years of existence without...
403,Onalenna Kelebeile,, 19 May 2014
Orapa United striker mulls legal action after termination of contract
The former FC Satmos and Motlakase player claims he is owed P15, 000 in signing on fees while his contract is valid till 2016. Sibanda Orapa at the start of the season. “I’m left with no choice but to take the legal route over the...
439,Thato Kala,, 19 May 2014
BONA covets foreign coach
Botswana was awarded the rights to host the event ahead of its bid rival, Cook Islands. Recently, BONA sent teams to the African Union Sports Council Region Five Youth Games in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe and a youthful senior team to the Nations Cup in...
439,Thato Kala,, 19 May 2014
Motlakase Power Dynamos stadium auctioned
Jago Investment attorney, Morris Ndawana has said the auction was necessitated by a default on the payment of around P1.5 million loan. He said the sale was effected on December 5. The stadium that sits on a 2.5881-hectare piece of land in...
403,Onalenna Kelebeile,, 19 May 2014
Banking sectors sails unchartered waters
At the end of the first half of 2014, asset quality remained stable and within normal range, while earnings and interest income were stable but non-interest income margins were constrained. In the same year, major banks continued to experience...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 19 May 2014
Airport contractor sues govt in P43m dispute
Government retrieved the penalty from the project’s initial P433 million contract sum in November 2012 as a contract default penalty. This followed the termination of Sinohydro’s Sir Seretse Khama...
406,Brian Benza,phpE652.tmp.jpg, 19 May 2014
TA book to extol all that is Khama
The book, written in vernacular, is a marvellous reveal of the subject particularly for those who wish to know more about President Ian Khama and his unique leadership style. The 40-page book is a compilation of poems praising Khama for his...
431,Lerato Maleke,phpD4F0.tmp.jpg, 19 May 2014
A busy festive season anticipated
The Annual Home Coming Concert This legendary and annual concert will be held in Mahalapye. According to its organiser Easy B, Home Coming continues to bring fun lovers together, creating some good memories and new friendship. Line up: Dj...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg,8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 19 May 2014
Puberty, wedding, polka dances missing at WCKA festival
The 13 groups that made the trip to Kang were Badirammogo from Maake, Inalegolo, Phuduhuu Tshwara from Kokotsha, Xalaxwa from Bere, Future from New Xade, Valley from West Hanahai, Ipeleng from East Hanahai, Uxhauta from Zutshwa, Zowa from Monong,...
423,Thalefang Charles,phpAA56.tmp.jpg, 19 May 2014
Neither a borrower nor a lender be
Neither a borrower nor a lender be; For loan oft loses both itself and friend, And borrowing dulls the edge of husbandry. This above all: to thine ownself be true. William Shakespeare’s immortal words are ringing in the ears of many...
422,Mbongeni Mguni,php1604.tmp.jpg, 19 May 2014
A brief history of motshelo
In the decades before the economic miracles brought on by the discovery of diamonds and coal, Batswana engaged in cooperative societies commonly known as motshelo as a way of helping each other and promoting individual standards of living. The...
19 May 2014
Go ahead, join your motshelo
Here is why: motshelo brings frustration and regret. It can reduce you to an empty can, and make you appear like an irresponsible mother or father. Ever heard the cliché “money is the root of all evil’? Whoever said that must have...
431,Lerato Maleke,phpD4F0.tmp.jpg, 19 May 2014
The power of togetherness
Cooperative savings societies are critical for many Batswana having been in existence since time immemorial. Thousands of families have made ends meet through these simple financial models. Some single-mother households have raised children through...
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg,601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg,2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 19 May 2014
SSG should exercise restraint in Thamaga
Indeed Thamaga residents should be happy that the SSG presence in their village has given them respite from the notorious gangs that have maimed and killed people. But when the community agreed to a curfew, they would not have imagined that everyone...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 19 May 2014
Dramatic session of the 11th Parliament
It was a hectic sitting for Members of Parliament who started work almost straight from the campaigns. Most MPs have now acclimatised to the new conditions including the decorum in the house, rules and procedures. The 11th Parliament is somewhat...
47877,Dithapelo Keorapetse,, 19 May 2014
Molale comes to parliament with missiles on the ready
The reader needs to note that this is a man who has literally grown up in Government and understands all the workings of this machinery far much more than a lot of us. If the Government of Botswana has any ancestors, he is certainly one of...
481,Richard Moleofe,phpE31.tmp.jpg, 19 May 2014
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