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Correspondent 11 August 2014

Bomb hit prison, inmates escape

One prisoner was killed, five were injured and two guards were also hurt. Ukrainian government artillery has been pounding areas on the outskirts of the city, held by pro-Russian separatists. Ukraine's prison service says 34 of the escaped inmates...

Correspondent 11 August 2014

Gentlemen! If you have quite finished

Dumelang Saleshando 11 August 2014

NDB dolls up for commercialisation

Currently in the process of being privatised, the statutory bank is undergoing some major changes that will eventually see it running as a commercial entity.  Speaking at the launch of the new logo in Gaborone last week, NDB Chief executive...

Keikantse Lesemela 11 August 2014

BCL faces war of talent

Addressing the media recently, Tombale said it is no secret that BCL is the only mine with underground mining skills making it a target for new entrants (underground mines). He said the mine endeavors to attract and retain the right staff in order to...

Onalenna Kelebeile 11 August 2014

Motswana Boss Who Thrives In Nigeria

He is not mentioning all these dangers with melancholy or fear written on his face though. Martin, as he is affectionately known among his peers, is quick to state that despite all the dangers, investors are tripping over each other for a piece of...

Monkagedi Gaothobogwe 11 August 2014

Nganunu negotiated first diamond deal with De Beers- Mpuchane

Sam Mpuchane, who also happened to be Nganunu’s deputy during the historic period that ushered in new developments for Botswana, says Nganunu’s negotiation skills were impressive. He recalls that during that period, when Nganunu was the...

Monkagedi Gaothobogwe 11 August 2014

Pheto claims harassment by DIS agents

During his launch at Lentsweletau as an independent candidate for Lentsweletau/Mmopane constituency, Pheto said he has observed of late that every time he fulfills his duties as an area MP, going around the village addressing residents the DIS are...

Mpho Mokwape | 11 August 2014

What A Man! What A Man! What A Mighty Good Man!

WHAT A MAN! WHAT A MAN! WHAT A MIGHTY GOOD MAN! He sang this song. He always led with it. He sang it from the front lines of political engagement. He sang it to ignite lightning storms of political inspiration. He sang this song to lay down a moral...

Duma Boko 11 August 2014

Delta dairies goes under the hammer

A Writ of Execution has been issued against citizen milk producing plant, Delta Dairies, paving the way for the company to go under the hammer in two weeks time. The Writ of Execution was issued by the registrar of the Industrial Court on August 4,...

Keikantse Lesemela 11 August 2014

No milk for 300,000 pupils, again

The lucrative tender was won in February, for the whole of 2014, but the company has failed to deliver even a single carton of milk to schools. A few months ago it went down under, leaving 300,000 pupils across the country with no milk. The first...

Monkagedi Gaothobogwe 11 August 2014

Motswaledi�s father pleads for peace

He was speaking in front of his son’s coffin, which was draped in gold and black colours of the Botswana Movement for Democracy (BMD) and Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC), which the late politician was the president and secretary generally...

Onalenna Kelebeile 11 August 2014

Motswaledi survived many road mishaps

Gape Motswaledi, speaking at the funeral of his brother revealed that  Gomolemo was an overly worked man who depended on Red Bull energy drinks to keep him alert on the roads, although he continued to experience one mishap after...

Staff Writer 11 August 2014

Motswaledi funeral turned into freedom square

Tension reached fever pitch in the huge marquee in front of the UCCSA church when the late Motswaledi’s visibly frustrated campaign manager, Sane Moatlhodi declared: “Motswaledi, ngwana wa lona o jelwe ke bopalamente. (Your son...

Onalenna Kelebeile 11 August 2014

Maun food outlets fail hygiene inspection

She said 30 food establishments in Maun have so far been inspected by the council for compliance and the results proved that many have poor waste management practices, sell unwholesome foodstuff and fail to comply with set health and safety...

Boniface Keakabetse 11 August 2014

Molale retires

Molale has been revealing to his team of permanent secretaries in the various ministries that  he will be leaving the plum post he was appointed to in 2003 after his predecessor, Molosiwa Selepeng joined the diplomatic service. Molale, a...

Staff Writer 11 August 2014

Itshireletse star dies

The man who made his name through the Sunday evening drama series died this past Thursday after what the Botswana Police Service (BPS) spokesperson deems as a short illness. The officer who joined the BPS two decades ago was one of the pioneers of...

Sharon Mathala 11 August 2014

Knocked out by a burger

Mr Rico Carlinsky, Lansmore Masa Square Executive Chef says  though some have come close, including popular DJ Mdu, none have completed the burger in its entirety in the stipulated time. Now, it’s time to up the stakes and see who’s...

Sharon Mathala 11 August 2014

Ketshotseng combines poetry with painting

Painter Kenny Ketshotseng proved Plutarch’s words true on Saturday when he hosted a poetry session at his residence in Tlokweng where a host of young upcoming poets showcased their skills in his art-decorated studio. Ketshotseng is one of the...

Chippa Legodimo 11 August 2014

Thrilling Jazz Night

Previously Mascom Live session hosted South African based muso Lira, Zahara , Hugh Masekela amongst others. First to serenade the crowd that had flocked the event on a windy Saturday night was local Jazz sensation, Kearoma Rantao. My Star finalist...

Sharon Mathala 11 August 2014

Old Ettie And The Collapsing House

He ran out of money and could not buy building material. But Ettie decided to move into the house all the same. Half a dream is better than nothing at all. That was many years ago.  Old Ettie still sleeps in the structure, rather, what used to...

Correspondent 11 August 2014

Stan Chart Bots crowned best in Africa

This is the 15th year Global Finance has named the World’s Best Internet Banks. Winners were chosen among entries evaluated by a world-class panel of judges at Infosys, a global leader in consulting, technology and outsourcing. Global Finance...

Correspondent 11 August 2014

Mogonye Tourism officially opened

Tshekedi Khama, will on Tuesday officially open Mogonye Community Tourism Facilities. The event will be held at the Mmamotshwane Gorge Monument from 9am. The facilities were con- structed through the Ipelegeng Programme as a collaborative project...

Correspondent 11 August 2014

Orange fundraise for charity

Through this promotion, Orange seeks to not only help the underprivileged by donating the proceeds but also to reward those who donate by offering weekly and monthly prizes. This SMS donation drive is a continuation of the good relationship that...

Correspondent 11 August 2014

Basketball Ref Dorothy Okatch Riding High

Her star continues to rise ever higher after attaining the FIBA license in Madagascar last month, hardly 12 months after becoming a zonal referee. And while all odds were against her with the world basketball governing body, FIBA’s requisite...

Thato Kala 11 August 2014

I will not pick names - Gumbo

He was speaking at the club’s unveiling of new players as well as new kit for this season on Friday might. Gumbo was roped in to try and bring back glory days at Moyagoleele. The club management has made it clear that they want to win the...

Boitumelo Khutsafalo | 11 August 2014

England U-20 Netball Team Humiliate Botswana

The England team arrived in the country on Wednesday for a tour that will see them play Botswana teams and Namibia. They started off perfectly on Saturday when they took on the Botswana Under 20. England made their intentions to win the game clear as...

Thato Kala 11 August 2014

Sankoyo Notch Victory

Sankoyo mounted  early pressure through Botshelo Mafoko and the fast paced Gaonyadiwe Dipateletso who were a menace on the Motlakase defence. The early pressure paid off as Dipateletso won a free kick on the sixth minute from which they scored...

Boniface Keakabetse 11 August 2014

Notwane Overcome GU

Notwane made their intentions known as early as the first half.  Kgomari Mothuba netted the opener  in the 10th minute from a corner kick. The goal brought confidence in Notwane camp and they looked dangerous going forward. Few minutes...

Calistus Kolantsho | 11 August 2014

Gomolemo Motswaledi is no more

I still recall the day of his passing, as I am sure everyone else does. Not very surprisingly, just like many, I learnt of his passing through social media just before midday. When the news first broke, most people could not even bring themselves to...

Tumie Modise 11 August 2014

Why are there no coroners

The Motswaledi ‘accident’  is one obvious instance, as are other well-known occurrences. But there must be many others who die of neglect, of bungled hospital operations, by misadventure – being in the wrong place at the wrong...

Sandy Grant 11 August 2014

Practical Strategies To Becoming A Better Person

Concious endeavour American author Henry David Thoreau once famously declared that, “I know of no more encouraging fact than the unquestionable ability of man to elevate himself by conscious endeavor.” We fully agree with him. It matters...

George Chingarande 11 August 2014

P68 Million Tender Rotting At Delta Dairies

This dietary supplement has been missing since March this year. Not because government does not care. A P68 million tender is rotting in the offices of the milk producers and suppliers, Delta Dairies, a citizen owned, and by extension, government...

Monitor Editor 11 August 2014

Motswaledi�s Death Should Unite Not Divide Us

The BCP was invited by the Motswaledi family to speak at his memorial service at the UB stadium as well as at his funeral in Serowe. I accepted the invitation and delegated Rammidi to speak at the UB stadium on behalf of the BCP. Rammidi served with...

Dumelang Saleshando 11 August 2014

Gaborone demo calls for Botswana�s intervention in Gaza

The demonstrators marched from the Mosque in Extension Four to Parliament to publicise their cause. After they failed to meet with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Phandu Skelemani who was not available they marched to Ministry of Education offices...

Keikantse Lesemela 11 August 2014

Batswana die from preventable diseases-Medic

Dr Marape Marape told The Monitor on Saturday at the launch of his clinic at Extension 2 in Gaborone that early detection of diseases such as diabetes, high blood pres- sure and cancer could save people from pain and heavy medical...

Chippa Legodimo 11 August 2014

International Artists Exhibition

The international artists  have decided to sell their artwork and donate the benefits to the Botswana Threatened Wildlife Trust, an organisation whose main aim is to save and protect wildlife and nature for the future generation. They are hoping...

Chippa Legodimo 11 August 2014