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Ntibinyane Ntibinyane 23 October 2014

This Is Where I Leave You

When their father passes away, four grown siblings are forced to return to their childhood home and live under the same roof together for a week, along with their over-sharing mother and an assortment of spouses, exes and might-have-beens.

Staff Writer 23 October 2014

Brick Mansions

An undercover Detroit cop navigates a dangerous neighborhood that's surrounded by a containment wall with the help of an ex-con in order to bring down a crime lord and his plot to devastate the entire city.

Staff Writer 23 October 2014

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

When a kingpin threatens New York City, a news reporter find a quad of mutants which makes an alliance to unravel Shredder's plan as the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

Staff Writer 23 October 2014

Snowpiercer

Set in a future where a failed climate-change experiment kills all life on the planet except for a lucky few who boarded the Snowpiercer, a train that travels around the globe, where a class system emerges.

Staff Writer 23 October 2014

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

When a kingpin threatens New York City, a news reporter find a quad of mutants which makes an alliance to unravel Shredder's plan as the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

Staff Writer 23 October 2014

The Equalizer

A man believes he has put his mysterious past behind him and has dedicated himself to beginning a new, quiet life. But when he meets a young girl under the control of ultra-violent Russian gangsters, he can't stand idly by - he has to help her.

Staff Writer 23 October 2014

This Is Where I Leave You

When their father passes away, four grown siblings are forced to return to their childhood home and live under the same roof together for a week, along with their over-sharing mother and an assortment of spouses, exes and might-have-beens.

Staff Writer 23 October 2014

Snowpiercer

Set in a future where a failed climate-change experiment kills all life on the planet except for a lucky few who boarded the Snowpiercer, a train that travels around the globe, where a class system emerges.

Staff Writer 23 October 2014

Brick Mansions

An undercover Detroit cop navigates a dangerous neighborhood that's surrounded by a containment wall with the help of an ex-con in order to bring down a crime lord and his plot to devastate the entire city.

Staff Writer 23 October 2014

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

When a kingpin threatens New York City, a news reporter find a quad of mutants which makes an alliance to unravel Shredder's plan as the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

Staff Writer 23 October 2014

Snowpiercer

Set in a future where a failed climate-change experiment kills all life on the planet except for a lucky few who boarded the Snowpiercer, a train that travels around the globe, where a class system emerges.

Staff Writer 23 October 2014

Brick Mansions

An undercover Detroit cop navigates a dangerous neighborhood that's surrounded by a containment wall with the help of an ex-con in order to bring down a crime lord and his plot to devastate the entire city.

Staff Writer 23 October 2014

Dracula Untold

As his kingdom is being threatened by the Turks, young prince Vlad Tepes must become a monster feared by his own kingdom in order to obtain the power needed to protect his own family, and the families of his kingdom.

Staff Writer 23 October 2014

This Is Where I Leave You

When their father passes away, four grown siblings are forced to return to their childhood home and live under the same roof together for a week, along with their over-sharing mother and an assortment of spouses, exes and might-have-beens.

Staff Writer 23 October 2014

The Equalizer

A man believes he has put his mysterious past behind him and has dedicated himself to beginning a new, quiet life. But when he meets a young girl under the control of ultra-violent Russian gangsters, he can't stand idly by - he has to help her.

Staff Writer 23 October 2014

Nnunu�s European tour a success

The celebrated artist, who toured with fellow jazz singers, Kearoma Rantao and Tumediso ‘Shanti Lo’ Loeto said that the tour was a signal for her continued growth in the industry. “We were given the opportunity to perform at some...

Gasebalwe Seretse 23 October 2014

Enterprising Mafitlhakgosi off to China

The enterprising group will be off to China to stage two shows before returning on November 1, 2014. The group’s coordinator, Joseph Ikopeng, is elated that the group will be performing there. “This is a big opportunity for us.  It...

Chippa Legodimo 23 October 2014

Mbo lauds overseas publishing standards

Speaking to Showbiz , Mbo said he believes that if he had published in Botswana, the end products would possibly have been of an inferior quality. “If I had published my novels in Botswana, I would have been forced to approach either...

Gasebalwe Seretse 23 October 2014

Vigilant �Turtle� power brings the city to a halt

The most anticipated movie Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT) finally graced our big screens last Friday, after the long wait since its worldwide release in August. Mutant ninja turtles from Manhattan sewers also made Gaborone come to a halt with...

Bakang Israel 23 October 2014

Lekgaba, Biorn, Ndaba exhibit at National Museum

Biorn’s ability to use simple concepts to produce pieces with great artistic impressions is demonstrated in his works on the display. His depiction of the traditional Tswana mass choir brings the viewer close to reality.  The women in the...

Chippa Legodimo 23 October 2014

All Star Comedy Tour to elevate stand-up comedy

It is set to build capacity while elevating stand-up comedy to mainstream level in the country’s entertainment sector.  The comedy tour will hit seven locations; starting off in Gaborone on October 31, 2014 at Cresta President Hotel where...

Staff Writer 23 October 2014

Forum attracts investment proposals worth P365m

During a media briefing held this week, outgoing mayor James Kgalajwe hinted that positive strides had been made. “I cannot divulge much detail because of confidentiality with investors but we have proposals from different sectors, among them...

Chakalisa Dube | 23 October 2014

�Yet more rights�

One of them deserves repeating Section 17 (1) (d) of the Regulations says that it is an “unfair business practice” if a vendor causes “a probability of confusion or of misunderstanding as to the legal rights, obligations, or...

Chakalisa Dube 23 October 2014

BOL to launch rural mobile filling stations

In an interview with BusinessWeek, BOL Chief Executive Officer, Willie Mokgatlhe said the development of mobile filling stations in rural areas would mitigate the challenge of accessibility of fuel specifically in remote areas and facilitated...

Isaac Pinielo 23 October 2014

Broker identifies niche in the mortgages market

BusinessWeek: Give us background on your company and its services… Bhoola: Bond Brokers is one of the first independent mortgage brokers in Botswana. We work independently with banks, estate agents and developers and focus on the client, to...

Keikantse Lesemela 23 October 2014

Govt to subsidise BHC�s new housing scheme

Speaking at the just ended Property Expo conference, BHC Marketing and Research Manager, Mookodi Seisa revealed that the new scheme will be known as the installment purchase scheme. According to Seisa, the scheme would be different from the Tenant...

Lekopanye Mooketsi 23 October 2014

Morupule B crackles back to life

Addressing the media in Gaborone last week BPC CEO Jacob Raleru pledged that at least three of the four units would be fixed by yesterday. It has however emerged that the two Chinese who jetted in from Beijing last week to fix the boiler leaks have...

Brian Benza 23 October 2014

Govt will not fund BCL acquisitions

Earlier this week, state-owned BCL announced that it would in the next six months conclude a $337 million (P3.1 billion) deal to purchase Norilsk’s 85 percent stake in TNMC and a 50 percent shareholding in Nkomati chrome mine in South...

Onalenna Kelebeile 23 October 2014

Sebego guilty of fanning factionalism

His campaign team led by Tariq Babitseng talked ill about the then president, David Fani, saying he had reached a cul de sac and as such, has lost the capacity to reform the association or bring about meaningful change. Fani was accused of promoting...

Dennis Keagile 23 October 2014

Sedumedi laments BDF�s lack of aggression

After shouting endless instructions from the touchline, he appeared frustrated that his efforts had not translated into victory.  “We lack aggression when attacking our opponents,” said the stout mentor who has been with the team for...

Shingirai Madondo 23 October 2014

PASSOBO in P200,000 sponsorship lurch

With only a month remaining, PASSOBO is battling to secure funding for the competition meant for physically challenged athletes. PASSOBO secretary general, Titus Kebuileng told Mmegi Sport yesterday they wonder why it is difficult for them to secure...

Calistus Kolantsho | 23 October 2014

Morupule cycle challenge slated for weekend

According to Moloto, the cycling event would begin at 7:00 am on Sunday at Majestic Five Hotel, along the Martins Drift Road and back to the same hotel inPalapye. The charity event which started in 2010, will be hosted by Morupule Cycling Club and...

Bonte Seepi 23 October 2014

Notwane court South African coach

“The discussions are ongoing to see how we can bring him on board but nothing has been agreed.  The discussions are still at infant stage and Chris (Rabalago) remains the head coach,” Notwane spokesperson, Podi Mooki told Mmegi Sport...

Boitumelo Khutsafalo | 23 October 2014

P50,000 wait for First Division clubs is over

The money that will be used to pay referees has been banked in the First Division North League committee account. Olopeng said the referees have been allocated P145,000 by the league sponsor. “I have not personally checked the money but I am...

Bonte Seepi 23 October 2014

ECCO fire Kowa

This raised speculation that coach might have been shown the door after a poor start, which saw ECCO collect a single point in seven matches. However, yesterday ECCO vice chairman Mothibedi Latlhang dismissed speculation that Kowa had been fired....

Chakalisa Dube | 23 October 2014

Didimala ngwanaka. Go tla siama

Calistus Kolantsho 23 October 2014

Sportspersons ready to vote

Among those who will be exercising their right to vote is Motsumi Lekone, a local quad bike rider who has taken part in the annual 1000 Desert Race on many occasions.  Lekone has also competed in other events such as the Khawa Bike race where he...

Calistus Kolantsho | 23 October 2014

Universal suffrage: you bet! Informed: don�t be stupid!

I had the chance to vote, and duly did, the 40 kms drive to the polling station was no deterrent nor was the fact that I could not vote a local council representative of my choice. The past few days social media was replete with political messaging...

Calistus Kolantsho 23 October 2014

Opposition parties hype vis-�-vis Domkrag

The election preparatory work especially the core items e.g the ballot paper and pens are done by the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) alone, supervised by the Office of the President (OP) and now assisted by a sophisticated monster in the form...

Calistus Kolantsho 23 October 2014

Ya go tlhopha, Motswana wetsho!

You have heard the hoarse voices and sweaty faces at the “mega rallies”. You have seen and/or participated in the vigorous debates in public squares, on social media and in your own home.  You have made up your mind, changed it and...

Mmegi Editor | 23 October 2014

And in the Gnostic corner, dressed in white�

The first clue is that James was a confirmed vegetarian – just as was John the Baptist although this was evidently later obscured to ‘locusts and wild honey’. (Matthew 3:4) Jesus appears to confirm this when he said “John...

L M Leteane 23 October 2014

South Africans accused of P120bn fraud released

 The trio, Sarel Johannes Geldenhuys, 56, Henry Jacob Spangenberg and Pieter Gernhardus Spangenberg, both 44, who appeared before Village magistrate Priscilla Ditlhong, were granted bail on Tuesday.  The police confirmed to Mmegi yesterday...

Sharon Mathala 23 October 2014

Of billboards, buses and debates

Getting people to go out and vote for a party depends on the strength of that party’s ground game. This includes the party’s ability to ensure that its members and sympathisers register to vote, sustaining their interest throughout the...

Mmegi Editor 23 October 2014

Tomorrow�s election more of the same

First things first. The Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) will emerge as the winner in the general elections to be held tomorrow. The contest to watch will be the one between the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) and the Botswana Congress Party...

Titus Mbuya | 23 October 2014

Motswana caught in Canada Parley hostage crossfire

“A Canadian soldier confirmed to have been shot today at the Canadian War memorial and the suspect is said to have gone into the parliament hill building. The situation is being reported to have gone extremely intense when the gunman ran into...

Pamela Dube | 23 October 2014

Election preview

Selebi-Phikwe West Parliamentary hopefuls: • Dithapelo Keorapetse, BCP • Opelo Makhandlela, BDP • Moeti Mohwasa, UDC This ultimate match will prove whether the ruling BDP is strong enough to snatch the constituency from the BCP...

Onalenna Kelebeile 23 October 2014

The economy and the election

For fiscal and monetary authorities, the private sector, labour movements and households, the past five years will be unforgettable for the calamity that struck the local economy in October 2008. At that time, exports of economic mainstay, diamonds,...

Mbongeni Mguni | 23 October 2014

Evolution of political campaigns

The three parties have elevated their political game with new innovations intended to win the hearts and minds of the people.  This is over and above the traditional methods of campaigns such as door-to-door, public rallies and others. The...

Ryder Gabathuse | 23 October 2014

Election hot spots

Nata Gweta Although the BDP has always controlled the constituency, the BCP, which has been making great strides, may just pull a mighty surprise. The BDP candidate, Paulson Majaga is very popular, but so is the BCP flag bearer, Ditiro Mojadiboda....

Ryder Gabathuse | 23 October 2014