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Mpho Mokwape 27 November 2014
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Kalavango to reward outstanding players
Kalavango chairperson, Lesedi Hule said despite financial constraints, players deserve recognition for their contribution to the club. He said Oasis Motel has provided the venue for free and the club will only pay for food and beverages. In the...
Boitumelo Khutsafalo | 27 November 2014
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BCA intensifies search for cricket coach
The association has invited interested individuals to submit their CVs. The team has been without a coach since Menon’s departure in August last year. BCA fixtures and publicity secretary, Sumod Damodar told Mmegi Sport they want an experienced...
Dumisani Ncube 27 November 2014
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Bakwadi, Groth to train with US karate star
The American is preparing for the Pan American Karate Games in Toronto, Canada next year. Groth and Bakwadi leave today for America where they will be drilled by Ramrup, a revered certified personal trainer and member of the USA Olympic...
Thato Kala 27 November 2014
Nico Unitedthrough to Top 8 semis
Chiefs were 1-0 up in the second leg that ended in the 74th minutes due to power failure at Molepolole Sports Complex, after they had lost 3-0 in the first leg. The two sides had to play the remaining 16 minutes after their match was abandoned two...
Boitumelo Khutsafalo | 27 November 2014
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Sevens team leaves for CAR tournament
The team’s assistant coach, Kabo Batsile told Mmegi Sport before departure at the Sir Seretse Khama International Airport that the aim is to qualify for the All Africa Games next year and the Rio de Janeiro Olympics in 2016. The Botswana side...
Calistus Kolantsho | 27 November 2014
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Makgalema to launch album in S/Phikwe
Makgalema surprised attendees when he dished out an electrifying sermon during a thanksgiving conference hosted by Bible Life Ministries last week Thursday. The church has committed to launching a memorable event for the town and is currently in...
Onalenna Kelebeile 27 November 2014
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Clap N� Tap gospel festival at Westwood hall this Saturday
Choirs expected to perform at the festival are Baneetseng Ho Jehova Gospel Choir, Babiditsweng Ke Lentswe Gospel Choir, Basha Mogoditshane Spiritual Church Choir, and Metsimotlhabe St John Church Choir. The four choirs form Clap N’ Tap Choirs...
Maureen Odubeng | 27 November 2014
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Africa�s best comedians ready for Botswana
Anne, who arrived in the country yesterday, is expected to host two shows on Friday and Saturday.  The first is an outdoor event to be held at the Molapo Piazza, while the second would be a corporate affair billed for Thapong Visual Arts...
Sharon Mathala 27 November 2014
The fading third �D�
“Living in dignity must go hand in hand with being treated with dignity.” Events in Tlokweng in June 2012, in Ramotswa in November 2013 and yesterday in Oodi bear all the hallmarks of a sinister conspiracy by land authorities and policy...
Sharon Mathala 27 November 2014
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Immigration
Sharon Mathala 27 November 2014
FCC cllrs sworn in
The DC told the councillors that the oath of allegiance that they were taking commits them to serve the city with diligence. She encouraged them to do their  best so that their efforts can pay dividends in developing the city. ‘I can only...
Ryder Gabathuse | 27 November 2014
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Parliament questions and answers
Asked the Minister of Education and Skills Development if there was no possible conflict of interest emanating from the fact that the Chairperson of the University of Botswana Council also doubles as the University lawyer. Response: There is a...
Ryder Gabathuse 27 November 2014
BCP considers prosecuting fraudsters
That is in case the police come to the conclusion that there is insufficient evidence against chief suspect Zazambi Tuelo and other Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) members. The police instituted investigations early this year after the BCP reported...
Oarabile Mosikare 27 November 2014
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We were held at gunpoint to steal appellants
Appearing before the Court of Appeal, Buti Mfolwe, Tebogo Mangadi and Diketso Moilwa told court that the magistrate who convicted and sentenced them failed to acknowledge that they were threatened with a gun to steal the cattle. Mfolwe and Mangadi...
Mpho Mokwape | 27 November 2014
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Inhabitable teachers� houses worry Autlwetse
Responding to the State of the Nation Address this week, Autlwetse said that most of the houses were built more than 50 years ago and have never been refurbished.  “The situation is so terrible in so many houses. It’s high time the...
Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 27 November 2014
Men play 90 minutes against gender violence
  Nnasaretha Kgamanyane Correspondent  The Saturday event was held at New Era college ground where eight teams and the community gathered to share information about GBV and other family related issues. “90 minutes Against Gender...
Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 27 November 2014
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115 BDP members nominated for council
Officials at the ministry responsible, Local Government, find nothing wrong with the heavy imbalance in favour of the ruling party. The response  to Mmegi questions was that in considering nominations for Councillors, qualities looked at were...
Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 27 November 2014
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Anger and tears as thousands scramble for land
A casual look suggested up to 50,000 people came to submit their application forms for the only  400 available plots in the villages of Oodi, Modipane, Dikwididi, Mokatse, Bokaa and Morwa. So desperate to make it among the first were many of...
Greg Kelebonye 27 November 2014
Grant Thornton partners BOCCIM to unlock business potential
Managing partner at Grant Thornton Botswana, Jay Ramesh, stated that the award would exclude public institutions, listed companies’ and parastatals, adding that it would recognise the private business that has scored the best in most of the...
Isaac Pinielo 27 November 2014
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Mohohlo dispels liquidity crisis concerns
Mohohlo said contrary to perceptions, the liquidity in the banking system is not tight, adding that there is excess liquidity in the banking system which currently stands at approximately P3billion Pula.  Mohohlo said this means banks continue...
Boniface Keakabetse 27 November 2014
Horrible Bosses 2 Poster
Horrible Bosses 2
Dale, Kurt and Nick decide to start their own business but things don't go as planned because of a slick investor, prompting the trio to pull off a harebrained and misguided kidnapping scheme.
Staff Writer 27 November 2014
Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day Poster
Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
Alexander's day begins with gum stuck in his hair, followed by more calamities. Though he finds little sympathy from his family and begins to wonder if bad things only happen to him, his mom, dad, brother, and sister all find themselves living...
Staff Writer 27 November 2014
The Boxtrolls Poster
The Boxtrolls
A young orphaned boy raised by underground cave-dwelling trash collectors tries to save his friends from an evil exterminator. Based on the children's novel 'Here Be Monsters' by Alan Snow.
Staff Writer 27 November 2014
No Good Deed Poster
No Good Deed
An unstable escaped convict terrorizes a woman who is alone with her two children.
Staff Writer 27 November 2014
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1 Poster
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1
In District 13 after she literally shatters the games forever, Katniss Everdeen works to save Peeta and a nation moved by her courage under the leadership of President Coin and the advice of her trusted friends.
Staff Writer 27 November 2014
The Boxtrolls Poster
The Boxtrolls
A young orphaned boy raised by underground cave-dwelling trash collectors tries to save his friends from an evil exterminator. Based on the children's novel 'Here Be Monsters' by Alan Snow.
Staff Writer 27 November 2014
Horrible Bosses 2 Poster
Horrible Bosses 2
Dale, Kurt and Nick decide to start their own business but things don't go as planned because of a slick investor, prompting the trio to pull off a harebrained and misguided kidnapping scheme.
Staff Writer 27 November 2014
No Good Deed Poster
No Good Deed
An unstable escaped convict terrorizes a woman who is alone with her two children.
Staff Writer 27 November 2014
No Good Deed Poster
No Good Deed
An unstable escaped convict terrorizes a woman who is alone with her two children.
Staff Writer 27 November 2014
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1 Poster
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1
When Katniss destroys the games, she goes to District 13 after District 12 is destroyed. She meets President Coin who convinces her to be the symbol of rebellion, while trying to save Peeta from the Capitol.
Staff Writer 27 November 2014
Horrible Bosses 2 Poster
Horrible Bosses 2
Dale, Kurt and Nick decide to start their own business but things don't go as planned because of a slick investor, prompting the trio to pull off a harebrained and misguided kidnapping scheme.
Staff Writer 27 November 2014
Spud 3: Learning to Fly Poster
Spud 3: Learning to Fly
As Spud Milton continues his awkward stagger through adolescence, he learns one of life's most important lessons: When dealing with women and cretins, nothing is ever quite as it seems.
Staff Writer 27 November 2014
The Equalizer Poster
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 27 November 2014
The Boxtrolls Poster
The Boxtrolls
A young orphaned boy raised by underground cave-dwelling trash collectors tries to save his friends from an evil exterminator. Based on the children's novel 'Here Be Monsters' by Alan Snow.
Staff Writer 27 November 2014
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1 Poster
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1
When Katniss destroys the games, she goes to District 13 after District 12 is destroyed. She meets President Coin who convinces her to be the symbol of rebellion, while trying to save Peeta from the Capitol.
Staff Writer 27 November 2014
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