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In Friday's paper

Oarabile Mosikare 22 August 2014

US Ebola patients out of hospital

Dr Kent Brantly, 33, thanked supporters for their prayers at a news conference in Atlanta. Nancy Writebol, 59, was discharged on Tuesday. The two were brought to the US for treatment three weeks ago. The outbreak has killed more than 1,300 people...

Correspondent 22 August 2014

It is time for active surveillance

The BCP recognises and commends the efforts that our government has done in protecting the nation by screening and limiting international travellers. Isolation facilities are also most welcome and we urge the government to be vigilant and none...

Correspondent 22 August 2014

Khama danced on Motswaledi�s grave even before he was buried

The article published the story linking it to the death of Gomolemo Motswaledi whose death is still shrouded in mystery. Assassinations are the leading method of getting rid of political opponents and this has been used for centuries and it seems...

Richard Moleofe 22 August 2014

BDP factional realignment and the rise of the Third Force

Not only are the two previous hostile factions arising from their stupor but they are also marching one towards the other in apparent realignment of ideals. And why the realignment?  The reality is that time – especially time in politics...

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 22 August 2014

Bring justice to customary courts

Take the story of the young man who got whipped at Urban Customary Court or Mosetlheng as it is popularly known.His only crime was having in his possession some cheap cologne and roll-on. In spite of his protestations that he got the fragrances from...

Mmegi Editor | 22 August 2014

I am sorry you shot him by mistake you will have to go home and get over this trauma.

Mmegi Editor 22 August 2014

Are we under a dictatorship already? (Part 1)

Signs that a country is heading for Dictatorship According to new website stormfront.org a country does not just find itself in a dictatorship, the signs would have been there for every one to see, but they are often ignored   Control of...

Staff Writer 22 August 2014

When injustice stalks the customary court

The following scenarios are actual occurrence she witnessed – in this case at Gaborone’s Urban Customary Court or Mosetlheng as it is officially known. Scenario  (Actual event.) Urban Customary Court. 1145 a.m.  The roughly...

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 22 August 2014

Prison brutality victim desperate for justice

They assaulted Chiameka before leaving him for dead. Mmegi investigations have established that the matter was reported to prison officials who opened a file with the Tsabong Police. Two days later, a medical report from the Tsabong hospital revealed...

Zolani Kraai 22 August 2014

Ramookane: A true poet

Ramookane gave a sterling performance, ensuring that he adds the old traditional poetry, and being a senior citizen, the audience expected a lot from him. It was very interesting to see that the competitions experienced notable improvement in the...

Teichler Rankoa 22 August 2014

Of forgery, exams and election day

Mapeu said that the cases were recorded over a period of three weeks.  He said that they received the report from the Department of Tertiary Education Funding (DTEF) that there had been some individuals who had forged their BGSCE...

Sharon Mathala 22 August 2014

BOPEU non-endorsement forced Motsamai withdrawal

Motsamai had been short-listed to replace the late Gomolemo Motswana in the Gaborone central parliamentary contest. The slot has since been filled with the executive director of Cape Town-based Freedom of Expression Institute, Phenyo Butale. It is...

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 22 August 2014

Kgafela vows to fight to the death�

At least according to one of his closest loyalists and community leader in Moruleng, Victor Modimakwane. Kgafela’s loss means his biggest rival and uncle, Nyalala Pilane, continues as Bakgatla chief in Moruleng while Kgafela himself contends...

Lerato Maleke 22 August 2014

Kgafela Case: What they said�

Further, Judge Leeuw said she would not consider the fact that Kgafela has been derecognised as the Bakgatla paramount chief in Botswana. Leeuw reminded both Nyalala’s and Kagiso’s defence counsel and supporters that Botswana and South...

Lerato Maleke 22 August 2014

Kgafela loses SA chieftainship case

The ruling effectively means his uncle, Nyalala Pilane, continues as chief of Bakgatla in Moruleng, while Kgafela is temporarily marooned as the Botswana government derecognised him in 2012. Traditionally, however, he remains the paramount chief of...

Lerato Maleke 22 August 2014

Tough cricket test for Under-17 side in Namibia

Botswana Cricket Association (BCA) chief executive officer, Girish Ramakrishana said the festival is an important tournament featuring tough teams, which will benefit Botswana players and coaches. A strong 13-member team leaves for Namibia on Sunday...

Teichler Rankoa 22 August 2014

Government must provide ARVs to foreign prisoners - High Court

“This court decision has affirmed that the government is legally obligated to immediately provide life-saving ARV treatment to foreign prisoners living with HIV. The court further affirmed that providing ARV treatment to all prisoners who need...

Correspondent 22 August 2014

Open letter to Chiefs� Letshwiti

Rre Letshwiti it is a year now since Mochudi Centre Chiefs has embarked on a new dispensation following the coming on board of property magnate and investor, Said Jamal. Some, with much fanfare and others with reservation, greeted his association....

Dennis Keagile 22 August 2014

Bowls step-up preparations with Mafikeng select friendly

Botswana Bowling Association (BBA) vice chairperson, John Gaborutwe said this weekend’s friendlies will start with singles and fours for both men and women. The pairs and trips will follow thereafter. Lebogang Mascarenhas and Timothy Morton...

Calistus Kolantsho | 22 August 2014

Botswana out of World Softball Championships

After losing to the United States, the Aussies got back on track rolling over Botswana, who have only won one game. Reports from Harlem says Botswana’s only hit of the game was by Bonolo Molefhe. Botswana Softball Association (BSA) official,...

Thato Kala 22 August 2014

Ramogae finds sanctuary in rugby after dumping netball

Born in Ntlhantlhe, near Otse, Ramogae has found an accommodating sanctuary in rugby after deciding to drop netball. Few women have chased their rugby dream in a sport that largely remains the preserve of men. Ramogae told Mmegi Sport she was...

Calistus Kolantsho | 22 August 2014

Police XI enter Sankoyo�s den

The Maun side knows that a win over Police XI will mean they stay at the top of the table where goal difference keeps them below Mochudi Centre Chiefs. Sankoyo and Chiefs are the only two sides with a 100 percent record after two games in the...

Boitumelo Khutsafalo | 22 August 2014

Moyo to go under the knife

The dribbling wizard has been below par since moving to Orapa. Tebatso Hule, Orapa United spokesperson could not state when the player will undergo surgery saying doctors are still assessing him.   Hule said the player is out of action as the...

Shingirai Madondo 22 August 2014

GU axe Zim goalkeeper over poor performance

The former Dynamos goalkeeper had a terrible time in the 3-2 loss to Notwane in GU’s opener at the UB Stadium a fortnight ago. After the setback, it emerged that new coach, Rahman Gumbo had been against the signing of the ex-BMC man. Instead,...

Thato Kala 22 August 2014

Montsho surrenders fate to IAAF

The former world champion faces a two year ban which, if effected will mean that she all, but calls time on her illustrious career. Montsho tested positive for a banned substance soon after the Glasgow Commonwealth Games on July 30 and was...

Mqondisi Dube | 22 August 2014

The hidden treasures in Philately Museum

Located in Main Mall at Poso House, Botswana Post houses a hidden treasure in the form of a museum that is known as the Botswana Post Philately Museum.  This museum is a few years older than Botswana and tells the story of before and after the...

Mpho Tlale 22 August 2014

Nkawana never ceases to amaze

The piece was exhibited at Thapong Visual Arts Centre, and it attracted a lot of curious visitors. Nkawana is a good example of a utility craftsman who easily combines various art forms and materials to produce pieces that speak volumes about his...

Chippa Legodimo 22 August 2014

Boogie ushers an art revolution

While digital art is an umbrella tag under which any kind of design falls, her art comes so close to sketching that a layman can easily mistake it for traditional art. Perhaps the only distinguishing pointer would be the texture and quality when...

Thato Kala 22 August 2014

"Contempt"

A reader posted a complaint on our Facebook page “I took an inverter for solar power to a technician and he advised me it had blown 2 capacitors which he advised me to buy. I did. They both cost me P95. He advised he would fit. No quotation...

Patricia Edwin 22 August 2014

Francistown pilots economic development plan

Mayor of Francistown, James Kgalajwe told an investment forum at Adansonia Hotel that the city will be one of the pilot sites for what is dubbed Local Economic Development (LED). “Let me announce to this forum that the Ministry of Local...

Patricia Edwin 22 August 2014

Restructuring turns around G4S fortunes

In his commentary on the published financial results, G4S managing director Michael Kampani said the good growth was achieved across all products on the backdrop of significant growth in the cash business and a healthy recovery of the facilities...

Keikantse Lesemela 22 August 2014

Banks can bridge income disparities - PHK

Speaking during the annual Botswana Institute of Bankers (BIOB) gala dinner on Saturday, Kedikilwe stated that the National Development Plan 10 have underscored the need to facilitate the growth and efficiency of the financial sector. This was...

Pauline Dikuelo | 22 August 2014

Foreign Reserves rise

Measured in US dollar terms, the reserves rose by $82 million to $8.6 billion. In a report, the Bank of Botswana said that based on changes in the reserves, adjusted for unrealised gains and losses, the balance of payments was in overall surplus by...

Keikantse Lesemela 22 August 2014

ABCH leads pack on BSE

This was on the back of a very invigorating buy-out offer to the company by Atlas Mara. This led to the price escalating to its all time high of 720 thebe since its listing. ABCH, which has been having huge impairments on its loan book, remained...

Keikantse Lesemela 22 August 2014

Output jumps at Thakadu

During the three-month period to June, 2014 African Copper’s Mowana processing plant achieved above-target availability; however, use was variable owing to erratic ore supply from Thakadu. “We are pleased with the mining progress that...

Keikantse Lesemela 22 August 2014

De Beers invites bids

Any diamond businesses interested in applying for supply from the start of the new contractual period will need a key individual from their group to register. In a statement, De Beers said that applicant businesses that are not currently sightholders...

Keikantse Lesemela 22 August 2014

BR unveils ambitious growth plans

Speaking during his presentation at the Francistown Investment Forum (FIF2014), which was held from August 19 to 21 at Adansonia Hotel under the theme, ‘City of Francistown: An Investment Centre of Vibrancy by 2022 - A Step Forward Top Your...

Patricia Edwin 22 August 2014

Gem spends P720m to bring Ghaghoo on stream

Apart from Karowe in Boteti, Ghaghoo, which will be officially opened on September 5, will be the country’s only other operating diamond mine outside the Debswana stable.  “$10.8 million was invested in Phase one development costs...

Staff Writer 22 August 2014

Household credit growth decelerates

According to a financial statistics report released by the Bank of Botswana (BoB) this week, credit growth by households has eased from as high as 24 percent at the end of 2013 to under 16 percent in May this year. The development is a reversal of...

Brian Benza 22 August 2014

Govt eyes more tax holiday deals

The Deputy Permanent Secretary in MTI, Mphetlhe, was speaking on the topic of Botswana Investment Climate at the Francistown Investment Forum (FIF2014) that was held this week. He said Botswana has already signed a number of DTAA with countries such...

Patricia Edwin 22 August 2014

Makgadikgadi: This place inspires crazy adventure

President Ian Khama wanted to quad bike and fly his power-chute over it. He does that every July during the Presidents Day holidays. Dr Nomsa Mbere wanted to walk through it. She planned adventure walks for charity. The Y-Care Charitable Trust...

Thalefang Charles | 22 August 2014

Oppikoppi festival�turns 20 in style

It is random yes but pretty much beautiful when strangers greet each other with so much affection and vigour, all in the spirit of music and fun. The standard greeting at this year’s Oppikoppi Festival was simple and high-charged yet driven by...

Mpho Tlale 22 August 2014

Water wars boil over in D�Kar

Kuru Development Trust officials found themselves on the back-foot at a Kgotla meeting recently, when enraged D’Kar residents demanded answers on why acute water shortages were persisting in their area despite assurances of relief. Almost...

Leinanyana Tsiane 22 August 2014

Breath of life, the kiss of death

It is safe to say Thomas Robert Malthus and the British cult group, Pink Floyd have never met. While the two lived at least 175 years apart, their significance has come home for Batswana in 2014, combining to produce the soundtrack to the fears that...

Mbongeni Mguni | 22 August 2014

Dimpho Mashaba: UDC ready for change

“Our people, especially the youth are ready for change and they are coming out to stand up and be counted. Never in the history of this town have we ever seen its residents so enthusiastic about their role in nation building and in...

Onalenna Kelebeile 22 August 2014

A test of will for Motsamai

For a boy who had little to go with for motivation coupled with being responsible for his siblings at a young age, Motsamai’s circumstances negatively impacted on his school performance.  Now at the age of 42, he is in another test of...

Leinanyana Tsiane 22 August 2014

Butale, an advocate for change

“Over the years I have tried to engage in various attempts to entrench freedom of expression in Botswana, South Africa and the African region because I believe freedom of expression is fundamental in any democracy and is a facilitative right...

Oarabile Mosikare 22 August 2014

�Silencing the silent killer�

A case in point is the lesser known but more deadly Cervical Cancer which was launched on the last day of July this year and is ‘celebrated’ annually in the month of August. The Cancer Association of Botswana (CAB) organised weekly...

Florence Radull 22 August 2014