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In Tuesday paper
11 May 2015
Mosutha qualifies for World Amateur champs
Mosutha booked himself a ticket to the world event after winning the African amateur individual chess championships, which ended in Mozambique yesterday. The player won the Open Section with seven points out of a possible nine followed by Kiddy...
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Chiefs, Rollers off to brisk start
The 26 goals meant an average of 3.25 goals per game were scored in games that had no scoreless draw. Defending champions, Chiefs sent a strong warning with a 5-0 shellacking of a hapless BR Highlanders at the Molepolole Sports Complex on Saturday...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 11 May 2015
Rollers boardroom fight far from over
The High Court last Thursday ruled that the society and not the commercial arm, Township Holdings, must run the club. Township Rollers attorney, Kgosietsile Ngakaagae issued a press statement over the weekend, saying the Walter Kgabung-led committee...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 11 May 2015
Miss Africa calls for designers
“The designers that we are targeting are young entrepreneurs who have not had a foot in, in the market and or have not had exposure so that we may give them the platform,” Miss Africa CEO, Bruce Nkgakile said. The designers, who choose to...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Reharko Polka group DVD launch
Reharko Polka Group, which will be led by chief choreographer, Regina Koata will share the stage with Makwakwa Traditional Troupe.  Also joining them are Hani Polka Group from Kanye, three-time winners in the annual President’s Day...
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Femcees on the rise
Layara Marks The upcoming rapper has an underground rap influence, which makes her more of an intellectual lyricist. Her rap focuses on social commentary of the state and other related issues. She is a regular face at open mic sessions such as...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Speed up land distribution now
The number of applicants for residential plots, we are told, has exceeded the population. This creates a bad image of the authorities charged with this mandate. It is inconceivable that in this age of information technology, officers in Land Boards...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 11 May 2015
Financial literacy vital for inclusion Letshego
It is against this backdrop that Letshego saw it fit to launch a three year nationwide financial literacy campaign, which will cover the civil service, parastatals, private and informal sectors. Financial literacy is defined as the knowledge and...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
US mentors handhold LEA clients
The programme has since its inception in 2013 benefited 19 LEA assisted Small Macro Medium Enterprises (SMMEs). This year’s beneficiaries include Kgositau engineering, Forensic and Allied services, Kinder World pre-school and Key eye...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
SADC to set new Customs Union deadline
A CU is where a group of countries that have established a free trade area agree on common external tariffs and a common external trade policy, in a bid to drive increased trade and economic development in the region. Originally scheduled for 2010,...
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Ahhh! Mngwana wedu!!!
11 May 2015
Child Protection Protocol in final draft
The Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development (MLGRD) in conjunction with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) presented the final draft yesterday. Speaking at the official launch yesterday, the deputy permanent secretary in...
662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Improper disposal of diapers worries chief
Speaking during the Selebi-Phikwe clean-up campaign held at Ikageleng ward on Friday, Mosweu said that the way daipers are disposed of around Selebi-Phikwe is worrisome. He said that the improper disposal of diapers does not only affect human health...
52115,Ivy Matlho,, 11 May 2015
Duo appears for gang rape
The state alleges that Desmond Mpontshane, 19, and Boikanyo Manyika, 21, had unlawful sex with the complainant after a drinking spree at Area S bars complex. They pleaded not guilty to the charge and told the court that they will engage attorneys to...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Teen girl gets three year jail sentence for car theft
Sentencing the accused, Magistrate Odirile Mokgatle said Ijani was young and had mitigated that she had intentions to go to school. Mokgatle also mentioned that he had considered the accused plea for mercy that she had been reconciled with her...
46713,Lebogang Baingapi,, 11 May 2015
New teachers quarters to ease accommodation woes
Speaking during the hand over ceremony of the flats by Giant Built Construction Company last Friday, Mafala said that the council has spent more than P12 million constructing 24 teachers houses. He was positive that the project would ease...
52115,Ivy Matlho,, 11 May 2015
Koofhethile completes Francistown, Gaborone ultra marathon
The 47-year-old arrived in the capital city on Saturday morning after running the 460 kilometres from the second city to the capital in seven days. Upon his arrival in Gaborone, Koofhethile, who is the Y-Care Charitable Trust chairman was welcomed...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Sehunelo bemoans lack of qualified
He was speaking at the Ba Isago University stakeholder consultative meeting themed ‘Occupational Health and Safety in 2015 and Beyond’ at Adansonia Hotel last Friday. Sehunelo stated that the theme was appropriate because there is a dire...
48624,Lindiwe Mozola,, 11 May 2015
Sehunelo bemoans lack of qualified OHS practitioners
He was speaking at the Ba Isago University stakeholder consultative meeting themed ‘Occupational Health and Safety in 2015 and Beyond’ at Adansonia Hotel last Friday. Sehunelo stated that the theme was appropriate because there is a dire...
48624,Lindiwe Mozola,, 11 May 2015
Sehunelo bemoans lack of qualified OHS practitioners
He was speaking at the Ba Isago University stakeholder consultative meeting themed ‘Occupational Health and Safety in 2015 and Beyond’ at Adansonia Hotel last Friday. Sehunelo stated that the theme was appropriate because there is a dire...
48624,Lindiwe Mozola,, 11 May 2015
BCP women plead for gender protocol
Addressing the media last week, league president, Daisy Bathusi said it was imperative that the government demonstrates its political commitment to gender and equality and the empowerment of women. “The SADC Gender Protocol advances gender...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Unproductive winter parly ends
Amongst the passed bills were the Insurance Industry Bill 2014 and Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources Bill 2015. According to Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Kenneth Matambo, the object of the bill was to re-enact...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Vendors evicted from Jwaneng mall
The mall owners, Advent Enterprises, represented by Thabiso Tafila, a partner at Minchin and Kelly law firm, issued the informal traders with eviction letters that bore an ultimatum saying move out or else. Mmegi is in possession of one of the...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Energy crisis, drought overshadow SADC summit
Yesterday, senior officials from SADC member states began deliberating sectoral issues ranging from trade, finance, infrastructure, agriculture and other sectors in various technical committees. The Council of Ministers, which comprises foreign...
422,Mbongeni Mguni,php1604.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Lack of qourum in parliament, what remedy?
Why should this be the case? Parliament can pass a law(s)to stop the rot of defrauding the treasury with impunity. Why is Parliament reluctant to end this thieving of public funds by representatives regarded as honourable? They are elected by loyal...
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beMobile Premiership 2015/16 - Goals
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
beMobile Premiership 2015/16 - Results
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
In Friday paper
11 May 2015
Womens cricket team tours Namibia
The deceased, Namibian men’s team player, passed away during a game in South Africa a few weeks ago. Laura Mophakedi captains Botswana’s 14-member team, which is mainly dominated by young players. The team also consists of experienced...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Junior referees excel at Botswana Games
He also heaped praise on his students for their performances at the games. “These youngsters recently passed and graduated with certificates in preliminary refereeing. We had an instructor who came here two weeks ago to teach and test them and...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 11 May 2015
Francistown stadium has passed the test Khama
“It is pleasing to note that the Francistown Sport Complex has already hosted the Zebras’ international matches against Burkina Faso, Eritrea and Mali. These events have provided a test for the functionality of the stadium and it has...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 11 May 2015
Thebe shines as Southern dominate sprints
Baboloki Thebe of Southern won gold in the boys’ 100 metres (m) in 10:72 seconds followed by Mompoloki Powane 10:92secs) of Lobatse and Otsile Ramoroki (11:12secs) came third. In the girls 100m, Southern’s Lopang Kambekura grabbed gold...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 11 May 2015
Kweneng battle Gaborone for fifth position
Kweneng finished third in Pool II while Selebi-Phikwe had finished fourth in Pool I.  Against Selebi-Phikwe, Kweneng started with the upper hand and dominated all four quarters after winning the first 20-4. They increased their lead to 44-6 in...
434,Pini Bothoko,php3A86.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Johannes omitted from FIFA list?
He said he was unaware of such a decision, which, if true, would mean Botswana remains with only one referee, Joshua Bondo on the FIFA panel. Dintwe said he submitted a list of local referees to FIFA as per requirement, but could not reveal their...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
BFA brings football into disrepute
I had expected the association’s president to come out to quash such rumours. My view was that the president would call a press conference together with his other committee members to show the nation that they are one and the alleged...
8262,Dennis Keagile,phpE65F.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Rollers, BDF XI headline start of second round
When the two giants met in the first round, Rollers prevailed 4-1 in a highly entertaining clash played under floodlights. BDF XI however recovered and have been doing relatively well under new coach, Beston Chambeshi. They sit in position four with...
411,Boitumelo Khutsafalo,phpCD8F.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Moloi dethrones Boy
The veteran attacking midfielder was instrumental in Chiefs’ two beMOBILE Premiership matches during the month of November. Magosi recorded an emphatic 3-0 league victory over BDF XI with Moloi pulling the strings from the midfield at home at...
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Publishers that Muddy the Waters
Most writers start out wanting a traditional publishing deal with a reputable publisher. Some, over time, accept that their book does not have mass appeal and if they want to get it published they will have to self-publish it:  pay for the...
52205,Lauri Kubuitsile,php7D1E.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
GUs internal wars reach High Court
The club was rocked by internal fights in the build up to last July’s annual general meeting (AGM) in which a new committee was ushered in. Some club members had expressed reservations over the eligibility of some of the candidates including...
411,Boitumelo Khutsafalo,phpCD8F.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Spies wrap the year in Bond fashion
The film is also Daniel Craig’s fourth bite at the cherry as Bond, after taking the Bond role from Pierce Brosnan. Craig has so far featured in the following James Bond series, Casino Royale, Quantum of Solace, and Skyfall. This time Bond is...
46405,Bakang Israel,, 11 May 2015
Traditional Music Expo showcases local talent
“I am still looking for someone. You know me very well that I associate with light-skinned women. Some have already shown interest on Facebook, but I think she will come back (Charma Gal),”Mogwe told his fans at the annual Botswana...
49078,Tumelo Mouwane,, 11 May 2015
HIV and ART, the message in the medium
With the topical issue nowadays being global warming, artists have taken to portraying the phenomenon with a burning orb to represent the destruction of mother earth by its inhabitants. Locally, a group of artists have since 2001 been relay messages...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Cities survey projects steady growth for Gaborone
The report says Gaborone has grown from 37.969 to 39.416 value indexes between 2014 and 2015 respectively. According to the African Cities Growth Index (AGCI), which was assembled by research methodologist Professor George Angelopulo, of the...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Be perfect
I spend a lot of my time writing stuff; newspaper articles, emails and reports for clients and it always upsets me when I look at something I wrote some while ago and discover a spelling mistake, incorrect punctuation or just some messy language. I...
48722,Consumer Watchdog,, 11 May 2015
Licensing of micro-lenders doubles
According to the regulatory authority’s 2015 annual report, the number of licensed micro-lenders increased to 166 in the review period from 73 registered in the prior year representing a 127 percent increase. About 33 applications were...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Hotels and casino merger blocked
The deal, which would have resulted in Sun taking over Peermont’s Grand Palm hotel, Mondior, Metcourt Inn and the casinos including the one at Sedibeng hotel in Botswana, had already been given a conditional greenlight in Botswana. In a...
406,Brian Benza,phpE652.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Morupule A refurbishment to cost P2.5 billion
The awarding of the tender follows months of controversy after government and the Botswana Power Corporation (BPC) were accused of running a parallel procurement process with Doosan while another tender on the same project was still out. The power...
406,Brian Benza,phpE652.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Donald Trump: a cruel fascist
Trump qualified this racist appeal to voters’ fears about Muslims by stating that such a ban is necessary until   US representatives can figure out what is going on. Many critics have responded by making clear that Trump’s...
475,Correspondent,, 11 May 2015
No resolution for BOPEU to withdraw from BOFEPUSU
The firm decision was taken following the former president of Botswana Civil Service Association, Oganne Maroba’s well-thought of speech delivered at BCSA 56th Annual General Conference held on December 7, 1998, at Mater Spei College in...
475,Correspondent,, 11 May 2015
Parliament adjourns for Christmas
When parliament convened for the SONA session, it was after prorogation, that is the end of the last session. Prorogation shouldn’t be confused with dissolution or normal adjournments or recesses for holidays or breaks. It means the end of a...
47877,Dithapelo Keorapetse,phpDED0.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
What are Chinas military intensions on Africa
The one frequently asked question on this relationship is whether China is advancing herself on Africa as yet another colonial power in disguise. The Chinese have often answered this question with much veracity and denying such allegations. History...
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Unearthing the ancient roots of el and en
Two such proto-terms are the noun-pointers ‘ele’ and ‘ena’ (‘that’ and ‘this’). Ele thus pointed to an outsider – anyone/anything removed from us, while ena pointed to that which we live with. In...
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The obscenity of inequality
The enviable trend is set to continue this year even though the budget will sustain a slight P4.03 billion deficit. Despite the accolades Botswana has been showered with for sustainable economic growth and pragmatic financial management, the log in...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 11 May 2015
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...
475,Correspondent,, 11 May 2015
Motshelo goes mainstream and grows
Mmegi: How has the Motshelo product performed in 2015 in terms of numbers of accounts and/or value of deposits? Sefena: The Motshelo product continues to grow year-on-year as Batswana realise the importance of safeguarding their contributions as...
422,Mbongeni Mguni,php1604.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Will peace reign this motshelo season?
The book is the record of contributions, loans out and repayments in, carefully kept through the year and prepared for this very moment – the sharing of the dividends when members find out how much their contributions have earned for...
54598,Goitsemodimo Kaelo,php4B2C.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
The weirdest motshelo treasurer excuses
Lesego Segokgo: Batho ba ba adimeleng madi ba gana go duela, ebile ba ile gae ba sa ntaela David Mars Riddick Nchoko: Nna kana batho madi ao ke a file ngwanake gor a le ewallet jaanon o tsentse di number di sele bathon ba modimo... Basupi El Oby:...
475,Correspondent,, 11 May 2015
Chinas Special Economic Zones: A textbook benchmark for Botswana
From being just a small fishing village of 20,000 peasant farmers only three decades ago, the Shenzhen city of China has transformed under reforms introduced by Deng Xiaoping, to become the country’s own Silicon Valley with a population of 20...
406,Brian Benza,phpE652.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Metshelo head for bumper savings season
December is a very busy month across the wholesale and retail sectors, as consumers empowered by the 13th cheque seek to stock up on the festive bargains offered.  Metshelo groups, however, are in a class of their own, using the savings they...
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Alleged thieves denied bail
Mosimanegape Magapatona (32) and Cliament Sibanda (28) requested bail on grounds that they have not been proven guilty and that they did not know why they were arrested. The accused are said to have on November 15 broken into Gaopalelwe...
48624,Lindiwe Mozola,, 11 May 2015
BCA academic staff withhold results
This comes after the staff petitioned the management about the failed 35 percent allowance increment and the management did not respond to the petition. BCA public relations officer, Onkgopotse Moreri, confirmed that the academic staff has withheld...
54598,Goitsemodimo Kaelo,php4B2C.tmp.jpg,3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Government subsidises livestock feeds again
The relief effects immediately until end of March next year. According to a statement from the Ministry of Agriculture  (MoA), this was approved under the drought package, which includes the following products- di-calcium phosphate, drought...
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Magistrate throws relatives of deceased out of court
Chief Magistrate Rebecca Motsamai was forced to expel the rowdy crowd which became excitable upon seeing one of  the murder accused.  According to the prosecution, the duo of Tapologo Moreetsi, 18, and Oagile Bareetseng, 25,  allegedly...
48624,Lindiwe Mozola,, 11 May 2015
The truth shall set us free
On this hot Thursday mid-morning, Motshwarakgole is reporting for duty for the first time after a week-long sick leave, which was probably interrupted by reports of the BOPEU congress that resolved to ‘dissolve’ their marriage with...
11 May 2015
BTU propose a merger with BOSETU
Briefing the media yesterday, BTU secretary general Ibo Kenosi said they were worried with the state of affairs which leaves some teachers with a P0.00 balance because of dual membership to the unions. “Some of our members are also members of...
54815,Innocent Selatlhwa,php522E.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
BOFEPUSU, BTU cracks widen
“The reason we are saying BOFEPUSU should audit its books and stop making excuses is because we want to protect our men who are at the helm of the federation and who are coming from a clean culture at BTU. They cannot be in an environment where...
422,Mbongeni Mguni,php1604.tmp.jpg,54815,Innocent Selatlhwa,php522E.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
We cant be mortgaged to a political party Motsamai
This is what the re-elected president of BOPEU Andrew Motsamai says in response to BOFEPUSU accusations. In a relaxed mood, Motsamai dismissed all allegations levelled against him.   Political alignment Over a long period of time we have...
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Wolf! Wolf! Its eating our sheep
11 May 2015
More drama in Parliament
Following an address by the acting minister of Presidential Affairs and Public Administration Phillip Makgalemele on shoddy customer service in the public sector, the MP for Gaborone North, Haskins Nkaigwa accused some Botswana Democratic Party (BDP)...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
We need continuity after Botswana Games
This is one of those noble initiatives that we can certainly get a lot from, especially with regards identification of raw talent at an early age. This is the platform for youngsters to show what they are made off and if indeed they have the...
506,Thuso Palai,php69A9.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
In Wednesday's paper
11 May 2015
Body building champions gear up for World Championship qualifiers
Maloiso will be participating in the junior qualifiers while Sechele will be battling it out in the champion qualifiers. Eight-time junior champion, Maloiso told Mmegi Sport that they have already started intense training for the qualifiers which...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Gaborone hosts Notwane netball tourney
The chairperson of the netball section of Notwane Club, Malebogo Maphalane, said the tournament was started in 2008 to contribute in the fight against HIV/AIDS. This year’s tournament was won by Notwane who beat BDF Cats in the final. Other...
438,Lekopanye Mooketsi,, 11 May 2015
Diacore funds squash stadium renovations
Chairperson of DGM Foundation, Thola Magang said during the handover ceremony that the funds would go a long way in giving the club the much-needed facelift. He said DGM has always been a supporter of a holistic approach to national sports and...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Moswate, Boy return for Kaizer Chiefs clash
The two players missed Rollers’ match with BDF XI through injuries. Moswate was injured in the game against Mochudi Centre Chiefs, forcing him to make way at half time. Boy got a knock at training and missed the game against BDF XI in Serowe...
411,Boitumelo Khutsafalo,phpCD8F.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Modeling guru to coordinate Miss Africa
West, who boasts an impressive portfolio, has worked on eight Miss World and 14 Miss South Africa pageants, as well as several other pageants in different African countries. Speaking during a press briefing hosted at Gaborone Sun Hotel, Miss Africa...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
A to the T brings back the 90s music
This hits sample songs from the likes of Whitney Huston’s Exhale, Brenda Fassie’s Indaba Yami Istraight and Andre Martin’s Let Me Return The Favour.  The 19-year-old rapper released the digital free mix tape online earlier...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Its No Strings Attached on Valentines
The managing director of the organising company 6Pac Promotions, Tlotlo Letsomo, said they want to remove the stereotype surrounding Valentines’ Day, as many people believe it is meant to be enjoyed by married people or those in relationships,...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Tjilenje Tje Ngwao to showcase Botswanas rich culture
The founder and director of the group, Ngwisiwa Ntogwa said they would first screen a documentary, which showcases Botswana culture, from traditional dances, food and traditional games, to poetry.  Ntogwa told Showbiz that after submitting a...
48624,Lindiwe Mozola,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 11:18:00, 11 May 2015
Slight fall in BSE traded volumes
There were 590.8 million shares worth P2.17 billion traded during the year, slightly lower than the 669.5 million shares worth P2.27 billion exchanged during 2013. Most of the trades were generated in the first quarter of 2014 followed by the last...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
I declare this monument unveiled in honour of the late.....
11 May 2015
This is an optimistic budget Botlhale
“On optimism, his glass is half full, not half empty. That is, he is saying that despite tough economic times, we must soldier on. On the cautious side, he unremittingly continues the ethic of fiscal prudence by proposing a modest budget...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
BDP youth to formalise their council
The decision was taken at their elective congress in Masunga over the weekend. Re-elected youth wing leader, Andy Boatile, said it was important for the party youth wing to develop a formalised council. “We do host gatherings similar to the...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Rapist wins, loses within seconds
When delivering his verdict, CoA judge Seth Twum said the 23-year sentence imposed on Simololang was beyond the sentencing jurisdiction of a Principal Magistrate, who first heard the matter. The lower court had convicted him of six counts of...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Freak storm leaves trail of destruction in Thamaga
Asif Kablay, owner and manager of Furniture Express told Mmegi he lost furniture worth over P80, 000. “I received a call from my assistant manager around 6:30pm in the evening where I learnt the roof of my shop had been blown off. I had stock...
49078,Tumelo Mouwane,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 08:56:00, 11 May 2015
US ambassador preaches importance of media freedom
Officiating at a five-day investigative journalism training workshop in the capital Monday, Miller noted that the media were the public’s eyes and ears. He implored journalists to ensure that their readers were armed with the information...
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
MPs want tight security
Commenting on Molale’s presentation, Gaborone South MP, Kagiso Molatlhegi said Parliament was not safe at all since people are not searched when they come to listen to proceedings. “We need CCCTV cameras and people should be searched. The...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Land fight may lead to exhumation
Businessman Clement Kgosiemang told Mmegi that the Mokopotsa family buried their father Gaorutwe Mokopotsa on the piece of land “even though the magistrates’ court had ruled in my favour”.  Kgosiemang explained he bought the...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
CoA raps govt as BOFEPUSU triumphs
A panel of four judges - Judge President of CoA Ian Kirby, and Justices Foxcroft and Isaac Lesetedi unanimously agreed that by their conduct, President Khama and DPSM Carter Morupisi did not negotiate in good faith when government implemented the...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
In Thursday's paper
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
BFA yet to meet over Notwane court route
Notwane dragged the BFA to court in a bid to suspend yesterday afternoon’s play-off against Satmos. However, the High Court dismissed the application with costs.  BFA president, Tebogo Sebego told Mmegi Sport yesterday that they were still...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 09:39:00, 11 May 2015
Fighters failure blamed on protests
Keitireng said if it had not been for three protests that delayed the conclusion of the league, Fighters would have gained promotion. Fighters lost 3-2 on aggregate to eventual winners, Green Lovers in two-legged promotion play-off. He said Fighters...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Hurting Notwane bites the dust
There was no reprieve for a hurting Notwane who arrived in Serowe with their future uncertain after the club took a football matter to court and lost. However, there was a glimmer of hope for Notwane as early as the 18th minute when Emmanuel...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 11 May 2015
The gospel of music production according to Favi
Veteran music producer, Charles ‘Favi’ Motseme lays it out on how aspirant artistes could create quality productions, which would catapult them to stardom. Although  he’s not as popular as his hit productions, Favi has over...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
BK Proctor releases Masterpiece of Duets
“I collaborated with highly gifted and talented musicians from their respective genres of music to fuse their sound with mine,” he said. The album features more than ten musicians from different music genres, including South African jazz...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Land needs careful management
Some of the participants come from as far away as Kenya, Uganda, Zambia, South Africa, and the Asia continent. They have one thing in common – concern over corruption in land allocation. They spent the rest of yesterday sharing experiences...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 11 May 2015
Northern region, Southern region
11 May 2015
Germans eager to impart engineering skills to locals
The association known as German Engineering Association or VDMA (Verband Deutscher Maschinen- und Anlagenbau), presented its skill initiative that it said is aimed at facilitating a smooth transition from apprenticeship to employment. President of...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Phikwe airport refurbishment commences
The organisation’s Chief Executive Officer, Mokubung Mokubung has said that once operational the airport, which is undergoing refurbishment, will ensure that SPEDU will be in a position to approach civil aviation companies to do business in...
403,Onalenna Kelebeile,, 11 May 2015
Khoemacau gets copper mining licence
The company, which is owned by Barclays-backed Cupric Canyon, plans to mine 3.6 million tonnes of ore per annum to produce 50,000 tonnes of copper concentrate. Speaking at a mining conference, Khoemacau Copper Mining regional manager Johannes...
406,Brian Benza,phpE652.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Government censured for financing unemployment
Some of the interventions meant to combat the matter were condemned for exacerbating unemployment, particularly among the youth demographics. Selebi-Phikwe West legislator, Keorapetse Dithapelo said this yesterday during the Ministry of Finance and...
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Government censured for financing unemployment
Some of the interventions meant to combat the matter were condemned for exacerbating unemployment, particularly among the youth demographics. Selebi-Phikwe West legislator, Keorapetse Dithapelo said this yesterday during the Ministry of Finance and...
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
BONELA calls HIV positive foreign prisoners to come forward
Kelemi explained that the decision comes after the High Court declared the government’s policy of refusing ARVs to foreign prisoners irrational, unlawful and unconstitutional. It was last August when the court ordered the government to...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Jurassic World
Twenty-two years after the events of Jurassic Park, Isla Nublar now features a fully functioning dinosaur theme park, Jurassic World, as originally envisioned by John Hammond. After 10 years of operation and visitor rates declining, in order to...
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Everly
An action/thriller centered on a woman who faces down hitmen sent by her ex, a mob boss, while holed up in her apartment.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Spy
A desk-bound CIA analyst volunteers to go undercover to infiltrate the world of a deadly arms dealer, and prevent diabolical global disaster.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Two prisoners escape from Francistown illegal immigrants centre
The commander at Gerald police station Superintendent Masego Mathitha confirmed the incident on Wednesday. He said investigations show that the prisoners used an object to cut the prison fence around lunchtime before they escaped. “Both...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
The Guest
A soldier introduces himself to the Peterson family, claiming to be a friend of their son who died in action. After the young man is welcomed into their home, a series of accidental deaths seem to be connected to his presence.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Girlfriends death leads to change of assault to murder charge
According to the prosecution, when the accused was first arraigned he was facing an assault charge but it has since been altered to murder. According to the charge sheet, Boifang Ntikela of Moatshe ward in Chadibe village had on May 24, 2015 at...
45705,Bonte Seepi,, 11 May 2015
Mad Max: Fury Road
In a stark desert landscape where humanity is broken, two rebels just might be able to restore order: Max, a man of action and of few words, and Furiosa, a woman of action who is looking to make it back to her childhood homeland.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Jurassic World
Twenty-two years after the events of Jurassic Park, Isla Nublar now features a fully functioning dinosaur theme park, Jurassic World, as originally envisioned by John Hammond. After 10 years of operation and visitor rates declining, in order to...
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Spy
A desk-bound CIA analyst volunteers to go undercover to infiltrate the world of a deadly arms dealer, and prevent diabolical global disaster.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Mad Max: Fury Road
In a stark desert landscape where humanity is broken, two rebels just might be able to restore order: Max, a man of action and of few words, and Furiosa, a woman of action who is looking to make it back to her childhood homeland.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Pitch Perfect 2
After a humiliating command performance at Lincoln Center, the Barden Bellas enter an international competition that no American group has ever won in order to regain their status and right to perform.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
SPTC councillors clash over Namibia trip
One of the concerned councillors Evelyn Kgodungwe said during a special full council meeting yesterday that the Local Economic Development (LED) committee made a decision on its own without convening a special full council meeting to inform...
403,Onalenna Kelebeile,, 11 May 2015
Everly
An action/thriller centered on a woman who faces down hitmen sent by her ex, a mob boss, while holed up in her apartment.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Police threatened to kill Momphitlhi
Makgophe, who at the time of Momphitlhi went missing was the deputy commissioner of police, said that he was assigned by the then commissioner, Thebeyame Tsimako to assist the family, who had expressed dissatisfaction with the police explanations of...
662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Jurassic World
Twenty-two years after the events of Jurassic Park, Isla Nublar now features a fully functioning dinosaur theme park, Jurassic World, as originally envisioned by John Hammond. After 10 years of operation and visitor rates declining, in order to...
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Spy
A desk-bound CIA analyst volunteers to go undercover to infiltrate the world of a deadly arms dealer, and prevent diabolical global disaster.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
The Guest
A soldier introduces himself to the Peterson family, claiming to be a friend of their son who died in action. After the young man is welcomed into their home, a series of accidental deaths seem to be connected to his presence.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Mourning mother slaps GPH with P7.5m lawsuit
Justice Tshepo Motswagole will hear the matter on June 26, in which the client, whom Mmegi cannot name for now because of her medical condition, accuses GPH doctors causing the death of her newly born baby. According to court papers, the labour...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Pitch Perfect 2
After a humiliating command performance at Lincoln Center, the Barden Bellas enter an international competition that no American group has ever won in order to regain their status and right to perform.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Mad Max: Fury Road
In a stark desert landscape where humanity is broken, two rebels just might be able to restore order: Max, a man of action and of few words, and Furiosa, a woman of action who is looking to make it back to her childhood homeland.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Olesitse retires from active party politics
While confirming he has submitted a letter announcing his retirement to the BCP headquarters, Olesitse also told Mmegi that he was retiring from active party politics to pursue other interests after over three decades in the freedom...
45705,Bonte Seepi,, 11 May 2015
Rape cases frustrate police as man, 28 rapes girl, 5
Maun police station commander, Superintendent Peter Gochela said they were investigating the case in which  the man allegedly raped the five-year-old after dragging her out of her home in Boseja ward. Gochela alleged that the man who is known...
433,Boniface Keakabetse,, 11 May 2015
Illegal fishermen invade Lake Ngami
In March government announced the suspension of fishing at the lake effective from March 1 to February 28, 2016. The suspension was instituted to solve environmental concerns at the lake, allow the finalisation of fishing regulations and for the...
433,Boniface Keakabetse,, 11 May 2015
Local tertiary education providers rescue the economy
  Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) Acting chief executive officer, Patrick Molutsi said this at the launch of BA ISAGO University yesterday.  HDRC has been charged with developing the human resource capital for the country’s...
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
No end in sight for Mathokgwanes SPEDU job controversy
Mathokgwane’s recent job appointment as Regional Operations Director at the Selebi-Phikwe Economic Diversification Unit (SPEDU), took centre stage again yesterday when Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI), Peggy...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
DBES staff left to loiter
The parliamentary Public Accounts Committee (PAC) heard this yesterday after the Seliebi-Phikwe West MP Dithapelo Keorapetse asked the Permanent Secretary in the MIST, Dikagiso Mokotedi their intention about the situation at the DBES...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
UB Hawks beat Lesotho
The local side now is set to continue their good display in their next game against Swaziland on Thursday when they expect to be crowned champions of the mini-tournament.  Coach Sepheko Motlhagodi said he was impressed with the team’s...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 09:45:00, 11 May 2015
Bondo puts aside AFCON disappointment
Bondo was left disappointed after he was omitted from the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations finals referees list, but said he has put that behind. “(FIFA instructor) Felix (Tangawarima), who is here in Senegal, has told me to put the AFCON issue...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Chess championships brew surprises
Candidate Master Barileng Gaealafshwe and Woman International Master, Tshepiso Lopang made surprise exits. Gaealafshwe finished in position 11 with four points in the Open Section while Lopang finished 13th in the women’s section with 3,5...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
BOKA sets strict requirements in coach search
The association is preparing for a number of international competitions including the All Africa Games to be held in Brazzaville, Congo in September. BOKA programmes coordinator, Mpho Bakwadi said they have informed affiliates to encourage senior...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Paul optimistic ahead of Kenya clash
The Young Zebras host Kenya in the first leg on April 25 before travelling to East Africa for the return match on May 10. The winner will face Zambia in the next round. The CAF Under-23 Championship is also used as the qualifier for next...
411,Boitumelo Khutsafalo,phpCD8F.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Former My Star contestant to create gospel ensemble
The youngster held auditions last Saturday to identify youngsters who could make up the group called We Must Praise. He said at the auditions that the aim is to create quality music that would qualify the group for international stages. “Our...
445,Keikantse Lesemela,phpF8B6.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Govt helped me achieve this, Maretlwaneng tells Mahama
He was speaking during a tour of his company’s offices by visiting Ghanaian President, John Dramani Mahama Monday. Maretlwaneng, whose company has been at the forefront of film production since its inception in 2008, said they started with...
49047,Amanda Dichabe,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 08:51:00, 11 May 2015
BIUST homecoming party sets Palapye ablaze
The epic party featured a stellar line-up of artists including; DJ Crispin the drummer, DJ Izzy, DJ King, NT Base: As well as performances from Dramaboi, Team Distant, ATI, Vee Mampeezy and South Africa’s Black Motion.The party animals arrived...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 11 May 2015
Biggie
11 May 2015
Rest in peace Rre Motshidisi
On the contrary, it is comforting to tell yourself that all is well, as it is the arrangement made by non-other than the creator himself therefore, no man can undo! This man was without doubt, one of the greatest sons of Palapye A humble man with a...
475,Correspondent,, 11 May 2015
Communities should partner with govt to eliminate FMD
Granted, communities in the Ngamiland District, which were just recovering from the last episode of FMD will need additional strength to deal with the agony associated with the latest outbreak. But the communities should not allow themselves to be...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 11 May 2015
Govt faced with shortages of project consultants
Responding to the committee of supply speech delivered by the Minister of Infrastructure Science and Technology (MIST), Nonofo Molefhi, the Shoshong MP, Phillip Makgalemele said there was lack of extensive consultation in the ministry because...
445,Keikantse Lesemela,phpF8B6.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Ratio of women in business leadership drops
Findings from the survey concluded that women in Africa were more likely to be blocked from reaching business leadership positions because of gender bias. The report further revealed that there had been an astounding rise in the number of Botswana...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Govt backtracks on farms privatization
She said the decision to privatise was taken at the height of economic slowdown as a result of global financial crisis. The MoA, through the National Master Plan for Arable Agriculture and Dairy Products (NAMPAAD), engaged Public Enterprise...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Agric University urged to prioritise research
This was said by stakeholders recently at a conference held to present the college’s vision as its transformation to a university nears. Chief executive officer of the Human Resource Development Council (HRDC), Dr Patrick Molutsi said the...
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Decomposed body discovered in Ntshe
The commander of Francistown Police Station, Lebalang Maniki said the case was reported to them by someone who had been troubled by the bad smell in the area where the body was found. The smell forced members of the community to look for the...
49047,Amanda Dichabe,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 08:51:00, 11 May 2015
I remain UDC Davids
Speaking from his constituency office yesterday Davids said that like most people he learnt about this on Facebook and after a number of them, including Mochudi West MP Gilbert Mangole, phoned him. “I am not on Facebook or Twitter. Someone is...
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
BDP national council to discuss mekoko
One likely motion is the call for the party to allow people who defected and stood as independent candidates or mekoko in the last election to return. Haunted by the specter of defecting members, the BDP resolved at its 52nd national council last...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Setback as FMD hits Ngamiland
“It is with great sadness that I have to inform this Honourable House of the suspected outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease in the Kareng area of the North West District. The outbreak was detected on March 4, 2015 during pre-movement clinical...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
NDB stops giving loans
Sources have disclosed that the bank is likely to declare a loss of between P10 million to P15 million. Contrary to the bank’s claim of a clean bill of health, a special general meeting was held to communicate the opposite on January 14,...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
DJ Izzys tribute to Nijel Amos
The track, which was released on Monday features Channel O award winner Zeus, A.T.I and seasoned rapper Scar. DJ Izzy said he recorded the track after he won a Yarona FM music award last year. “After winning that award, I felt like I should...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Mad Max: Fury Road
In a stark desert landscape where humanity is broken, two rebels just might be able to restore order: Max, a man of action and of few words, and Furiosa, a woman of action who is looking to make it back to her childhood homeland.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Unfinished Business
A hard-working small business owner and his two associates travel to Europe to close the most important deal of their lives. But what began as a routine business trip goes off the rails in every way imaginable - and unimaginable.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Far from the Madding Crowd
In Victorian England, the independent and headstrong Bathsheba Everdene attracts three very different suitors: Gabriel Oak, a sheep farmer; Frank Troy, a reckless Sergeant; and William Boldwood, a prosperous and mature bachelor.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Get Hard
When millionaire James King is jailed for fraud and bound for San Quentin, he turns to Darnell Lewis to prep him to go behind bars.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Avengers: Age of Ultron
When Tony Stark and Bruce Banner try to jump-start a dormant peacekeeping program called Ultron, things go horribly wrong and it's up to Earth's Mightiest Heroes to stop the villainous Ultron from enacting his terrible plans.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
The Book of Life
Manolo, a young man who is torn between fulfilling the expectations of his family and following his heart, embarks on an adventure that spans three fantastic worlds where he must face his greatest fears.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
The DUFF
A high school senior instigates a social pecking order revolution after finding out that she has been labeled the DUFF - Designated Ugly Fat Friend - by her prettier, more popular counterparts.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Get Hard
When millionaire James King is jailed for fraud and bound for San Quentin, he turns to Darnell Lewis to prep him to go behind bars.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Avengers: Age of Ultron
When Tony Stark and Bruce Banner try to jump-start a dormant peacekeeping program called Ultron, things go horribly wrong and it's up to Earth's Mightiest Heroes to stop the villainous Ultron from enacting his terrible plans.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
The Book of Life
Manolo, a young man who is torn between fulfilling the expectations of his family and following his heart, embarks on an adventure that spans three fantastic worlds where he must face his greatest fears.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Unfinished Business
A hard-working small business owner and his two associates travel to Europe to close the most important deal of their lives. But what began as a routine business trip goes off the rails in every way imaginable - and unimaginable.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
The DUFF
A high school senior instigates a social pecking order revolution after finding out that she has been labeled the DUFF - Designated Ugly Fat Friend - by her prettier, more popular counterparts.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Get Hard
When millionaire James King is jailed for fraud and bound for San Quentin, he turns to Darnell Lewis to prep him to go behind bars.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Avengers: Age of Ultron
When Tony Stark and Bruce Banner try to jump-start a dormant peacekeeping program called Ultron, things go horribly wrong and it's up to Earth's Mightiest Heroes to stop the villainous Ultron from enacting his terrible plans.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
The Book of Life
Manolo, a young man who is torn between fulfilling the expectations of his family and following his heart, embarks on an adventure that spans three fantastic worlds where he must face his greatest fears.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Fast & Furious 7
Deckard Shaw seeks revenge against Dominic Toretto and his family for his comatose brother.
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
BoBA inter-club registers 29 bouts
BoBA spokesperson, Kenny Maragana told Monitor Sport after the event that they are excited by the increase in the number of boxers that participated in the tournament compared to the last one that was held at UB. He said the highlight of the...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Satmos still in precarious position
Both Satmos and Notwane are now fighting for the last spot in the Premier League with Nico United, BR Highlanders and Motlakase Power Dynamos now out of danger. Rollers came out enterprising in the first half, attacking the Cheetahs’ defence...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 11 May 2015
Motlakase secure premier league status
Notwane started brightly knocking the ball around with ease and creating half chances that were either shot wide, over the bar or tamely into the goalkeepers’ hands. Chouka on the other hand played a cautious game sitting calmly and allowing...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 11 May 2015
Young Zebras survive Kenya scare
Despite the win, Kenya bowed out of the competition as their opponents had won 3-0 in the first leg and go through on the away goal rule. Going into the match with a huge deficit, the Kenyan boys were the more urgent side. Michael Olunga headed the...
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Nicos solitary goal stuns BDF XI
The first quarter of the game was evenly contested with both teams visiting each other’s territory. BDF XI then had an upper hand midway in the game and dominated possession. Koziba Tlhabano was in charge of Matebele’s attacks, but he...
49078,Tumelo Mouwane,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 08:56:00, 11 May 2015
Motswarap continues to unearth gems
What started as small event in a house garage by a group of friends in Tlokweng continues to grow into an attractive display of artistry. The event, which has since moved to Thapong Visual Arts Centre, now attracts a mixture of old and young...
413,Chippa Legodimo,phpD5D.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Miss Africa tipped to put Gaborone on the Map
Speaking during the launch of the pageant at Boipuso Hall on Saturday, the Mayor mentioned that Miss Africa would help to sell Gaborone to the world. “The city of Gaborone will be the centre of attraction as the whole world will be watching...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Leteanes faith carries him through
During the listening session of his latest album Tsotlhe Di Lokile at the Big Five Lodge on Friday, Leteane said that all along he put his faith in god. “People could see there was something wrong with me and whenever I was asked I would just...
413,Chippa Legodimo,phpD5D.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Dr Vom steals the show at Orange Letlhafula
This year, to bring a bit of twist to the event full of festivities, which started in the morning and went on until late afternoon, two stages were set up to cater for everyone’s preferred taste. Upon entry even the ambiance told the whole...
662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Too Good To Be True? (Part 1)
They have won the lottery valued at €11,000,000! All they need to do to collect it is cover the costs of the International Bank Transfer Fees and Taxes and collect their winnings in person. Mr & Mrs Molefe buy their plane tickets and send a...
475,Correspondent,, 11 May 2015
Northern Fair 2015 attracts 200 exhibitors
This year’s edition, under the theme “Encompassing Local Businesses in Value Creation Through Innovative Partnerships”, will take place from May 27-31 at the BOCCIM grounds here. The Botswana Telecommunications Corporation Limited...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Firm unveils property trace and recover solutions
Botswana is the first country in Southern Africa to launch RB franchise, which originates from South Africa. The patented “HOT DOT©” technology involves placing an almost invisible dot carrying identifying information on personal...
46613,Ulla Setswalo,, 11 May 2015
Sponsorship begins at home
There are numerous examples of global and domestic companies having signed regional sponsorship deals that allow them to associate their products with the top European teams .Two such examples is of a telecommunications giant and an oil company,...
475,Correspondent,, 11 May 2015
Africas First World War (Part 3) Batswana In The Saudf
The influence of the first black French MP was not just confined to the ranks of “La Force Noire.” In his memoires, veteran Stimela Jingoes vividly recalled the day Diagne addressed Batswana, as well as his fellow Basotho and Swazi,...
2894,Jeff Ramsay,php4F39.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Open letter to the newly elected BMDYL President Phenyo Segokgo
I did not use the word attain on purpose Mr President, because my dictionary tells me the word attain means achieving something that you have worked hard for, but Mr president it is hard to tell whether you really worked hard for the seat or...
475,Correspondent,, 11 May 2015
We cant afford to exclude Zim sex workers in the fight against HIV/Aids
New cases of infections have caused the authorities to fear that the nation could  once again, be in line to repeat the disaster of the 90’s that led to almost 50% of the population getting infected by the HIV virus. Interestingly, the...
540,Monitor Editor,, 11 May 2015
Tidige family adjusting after 2011 freak accident
It is the day he terribly lost his wife and their three-months-old twin girl when a car veered off the road and rammed into their bedroom as they slept. Mercifully, 35-year-old Tidige’s other twin baby survived unhurt in the accident.His older...
403,Onalenna Kelebeile,, 11 May 2015
HATABs leading lady: Lily Rakorong
Lily Rakorong, the Chief Executive Officer of the Hospitality and Tourism Association of Botswana (HATAB), is a powerhouse who holds an influential position in the tourism sector, as a driver of change and growth. The Molepolole born Rakorong, who...
46613,Ulla Setswalo,, 11 May 2015
Nanogang CJSS Rewards Excellence
Nanogang recognised the nine students who got 9 A’s last year and the students are now doing Form Four. During the victory party on Friday themed “Awarding Academic Excellence, Key to an Educated and Informed Nation”, the director...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 09:39:00, 11 May 2015
Rural areas graduates assured of jobs security
The minister said they are working around the clock to locate those graduates for permanent placement.  As if that is not enough, the government has taken a decision to admit the same students who accumulated 28 points in their Cambridge...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
More internship graduates getting permanent jobs- Olopeng
He told The Monitor that through the programme, which many in the opposition have dismissed as modern day slavery, many graduates have found permanent appointments in the host organisations. The internship programme, he said, has given the graduates...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Big white rhino in the city
Thanks to Botswana Insurance Holdings Limited (BIHL) Trust,  on Friday  they announced the launch of a nationwide project aimed at increasing awareness around rhino conservation efforts. Batswana can expect to see life sized rhino...
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
UCCSA goes fire
From the traditional London Missionary Society (LMS) days when it was known as the church for hymns sung from the hymn book dubbed Difela tsa Lontone (LMS Hymns), the UCCSA has taken an about turn in recent times, much to the chagrin of its...
410,Monkagedi Gaothobogwe,phpAA57.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Wesbank Botswana international air show returns
Multitudes of aviation enthusiasts, and eager members of the public, will make their way to the Kgatleng District looking to be a part of the exciting annual show. Organised by the Matsieng Trust, the Wesbank Botswana International Air Show has...
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
BOFEPUSU De-campaigns Masisi
The ruling party goes for an electoral congress July, where Masisi and five other candidates are in a hot contest for the number two position. The powerful public sector federation, which has twice but failed to de-campaign Masisi, is going all out...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 09:39:00, 11 May 2015
BOFEPUSU challenges govt over P500 million GEMVAS
At a press briefing in Gaborone Friday, BOFEPUSU secretary general, Tobokani Rari declared that they decided to file an urgent application before court over the government’s decision to “harshly” takeover the scheme. “The...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 09:39:00, 11 May 2015
Diplomatic tiff with Srilanka after mass raid at Louis Ville
The local Srilanka consular has been instructed to pursue the matter and seek answers from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Speaker of Parliament as to what warranted such a degrading episode on the Srilankan nationals in Gaborone. Head of...
410,Monkagedi Gaothobogwe,phpAA57.tmp.jpg,49078,Tumelo Mouwane,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 08:56:00, 11 May 2015
Dukwi refugees turn to prostitution
The Dukwi refugee camp is home to many refugees across Africa who were driven by unfavourable political conditions among other reasons in their countries to seek refugee in Botswana. The  Kgosi at Dukwi Bohedile Twaelang confirmed that there...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
BDF soldier rapes own daughter
The state alleges that Fanisani Magaga who is a corporal based at the BDF Donga Camp raped his school going child on April 7 at their place of abode at BDF Area S Camp. The accused who is represented by attorney Morris Ndawana pleaded not guilty to...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
51 dropout at sex crazy Mmadinare Snr
Despite having achieved positions 7 previously and having had students who qualified for excellence awards in the past year, the school dropped to position 23 with 18.67 percent during this year’s results. None of the students has qualified for...
403,Onalenna Kelebeile,, 11 May 2015
Sex indulgence rampant at Matshekge
The year 2014 was a bad year for the school as the issue of pregnancy had even resulted to poor form five results as the school was positioned at number 21 amongst all senior secondary school in Botswana. Speaking during a Parents Teachers...
475,Correspondent,, 11 May 2015
Govt moves to put all local prostitutes on ARV
According to the implementing partner the Botswana Family Welfare Association (BOFWA) Public Relations Officer, Keitumetse Mariri, they have already piloted this program in Gaborone and Francistown, and will soon be taking it to Maun.However, Mariri...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Fathers, where art thou?
Growing up in a family of four, I don’t recall a day where I had to go to bed because there was no food in the house. If I ever did, it was only because I simply did not want to eat and even then, I had to be very smart about it. I grew up in...
8264,Tumie Modise,php9215.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Recall and relevance
When discussing what needed to be done to get Mochudi’s development moving, he wondered if it might be worth erecting a pole with a light in some otherwise empty space and turning it on each night. Would students start using it to do their...
2709,Sandy Grant,php13A2.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
In this week's paper
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11 May 2015
Lonely Planet's visual portrait of Botswana
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
F/town School of Tennis launches free lessons
The director of the institution, Dominique Raguin said the School of Tennis introduced 70 children from Our Lady of the Desert and Maradu primary schools to tennis through various games and activities from morning till noon.  He said the...
49080,Lesedi Mkhutshwa,, 11 May 2015
Boxing championships to go on without sponsor
The two-day competition starts on Saturday and ends on Sunday. BoBA spokesperson, Kenny Maragana told Mmegi Sport yesterday the championship does not have a sponsor and the association is headlining it.  The championship comes after the...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Zebras fans excited over Mali encounter
In random interviews around town, the supporters believe the Francistown stadium is a fortress that will always yield positives for the Zebras. “This is not just a common stadium.  It is blessed by the great God of Bakalanga.  ...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 11 May 2015
Kast determined to fill up the National Stadium
In an interview with Showbiz, the Ndono hit-maker said the idea came after an interaction with the fans. “After Nyovest announced his fill up the dome campaign, most people felt it could not be done here as well,” he said. Kast said he...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Motswako Invasion proves a point to Olopeng
Motswako Invasion will be hosted at Masakeng Rec Park in Morwa on November 21. This is the second installment of the event in the country. “This year we went all out for this event. We have hired the best equipment and we want to prove a point...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Drama Boi talks Township Music 2
This was said by Motswako lyricist, Thuto ‘Drama Boi’ Ramphaleng, as he announced the coming of his new and third album Township Music 2, which is a continuation of his debut album. Besides the two albums, he also has another one,...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Reharko Polka Group goes up north
“The group decided to perform up north for the first time since its formation due to the high demand for our music,” the group’s brand manager, Harry Koata said. The launch will also feature performances by Smarh, and DJ...
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
BMC decries supply of underweight cattle
Having been at or near bottom in the past three years, the BMC decided to come up with a three-year turnaround strategy, which comes to an end next year. With the strategy, the commission had hoped to supply EU with more beef. The executive manager...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
BNPC drills workers on improving work ethic
Speaking at the BNPC values launch, executive director Baeti Molake said they have completed training all government departments and intend to complete the 100 private sector companies by the end of this month. “We have completed training all...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Horticulture Market seeks P50m capital injection
The strategy, which has been developed by a South African company, Brand New Harvest at a budget of P48 million, is expected to turn the company into a profit making entity again. According to the Acting Chief Executive Officer of BHM, Simon Meti,...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Donkey Rustling
11 May 2015
The fly in the ESPs ointment
As pointed out by commentators at the National Assembly after Monday’s State of the Nation Address, the ESP is not the first wide scale intervention of its kind in the country’s history. In fact, it is only the latest in intermittent...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 11 May 2015
F/town civic leaders give SONA thumbs up
Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) councillor for Phillip Matante West, Shadreck Nyeku, yesterday told Mmegi that President Ian Khama’s speech offers greater hope to the economic outlook of the city. “ In the SONA, the President...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
The Weavers construct the drift across the Notwane at Odi
The old road ended at the drift across the river whilst the new one crossed it by means of two culvert bridges, hit the base of the hill and was then compelled to take a sharp left angle turn. Before the new road was constructed, however, Odi was...
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Teachers unmoved by SONA pronouncements
Commenting on Monday’s address, Botswana Sectors of Educators’ Trade Union (BOSETU) secretary general, Tobokani Rari, said Khama failed to address pertinent issues bedevilling the sector. “It was just a quiet speech. It...
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Another NSCI pipeline shutdown
WUC says the emergency shutdown will be done to carry out repairs on two leaks that the pipeline has developed at the Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST). The shutdown will result in periods of no water supply in...
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
In Tuesday's Parliamentary questions and answers
Haskins G. Nkaigwa, MP (Gaborone, North) Asked the Minister of Infrastructure, Science and Technology when the tender for the maintenance of parliamentary flats was awarded? How many flats were under maintenance and at what cost and whether the...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Kanye tea death mystery deepens
The Officer-in-Charge of the Kanye Criminal Investigations Department, Ranchi Olebile, yesterday told Mmegi that police were yet to establish exactly what caused the deaths, as the post-mortem report had given them little to run with in their...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Teachers charged in P25,000 cash loan scam
The state alleges that Boitshenyetsi Kgosana (42) committed three counts of obtaining by false pretences and three counts of uttering false documents in Francistown. Kgosana, a teacher at Ngakaagae Community Junior Secondary School, allegedly forged...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Khama failed to speak to us BOFEPUSU
Yesterday, BOFEPUSU Secretary General, Tobokani Rari said the President had failed to state government’s attitude towards trade unions, including how productivity was to be maintained during the water and power shortages. “We expected to...
54815,Innocent Selatlhwa,php522E.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
BDP could hold Gaborone primaries in 2016
The early primaries are part of a slew of schemes the ruling party is employing in an effort to seize power in the capital city’s five constituencies, which have been in the opposition’s hands since the 1990s. Yesterday, Mmegi learnt...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
MPs clash over Molale
While the ballot traditionally should have taken place on Monday, the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) is said to be divided over again nominating Presidential and Public Affairs minister, Eric Molale for the Specially Elected seat, prompting the...
54922,Tefo Pheage,phpBCC.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Judgement beckons in Ugandan refugees case
An attorney representing two Ugandans deported recently, is demanding that all respondents receive jail terms for defying Moroka’s previous ruling in which he ordered that the Ugandans should not be deported pending their legal process. The...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Karakubis o tsosolosa ngwao
Se ke se se tla diragalang kwa Gantsi jaaka moopedi yo o tumileng Veronica Diva Vebrok Brooks  le Segametsi ba rulagantse moletlo mogolo wa go tsosolosa ngwao ya Karakubis. Erile a bua le Naledi  maabane, Diva Vebrok a re ka e le motho yo...
440,Teichler Rankoa,, 11 May 2015
Ipelegeng e tsositse kgaruru
Babereki ba kgadile maloko a komiti ya ditlhabololo tsa motse ba re a tletse mowa o o maswe wa boferefere le tshenyetso  setshaba  ka ntlha ya go tsamaisa tiro eo ka tsela e e sokameng. E ne e le semphete ke go fete ka letsatsi leo,...
52150,Edward Pekenene,, 11 May 2015
Maraganateng a BMD
Pele ga bokopano bogolo jwa BMD ka kgwedi ya Phukwi kwa Gantsi, go ne ga nna le dipuo tsa gore phathi e, e iphitlhela mo thankgeng ya seretse sa ngwaga wa leuba, jaaka go ne go tshwanetse go nne le maemo a komitikgolo a a neng a tshwanetswe go ya go...
440,Teichler Rankoa,, 11 May 2015
Dikotsi tsa tsela di metsa bana Mphephu
Go thubathubega ga ga Maphephu go senogile  mo phuthegong kwa kgotlengkgolo ya Letlhakane bosheng a bolela ka pelo e e keleketlang kgodu e khibidu gore mo kgweding e e fetileng go nnile le dikotsi tsa tsela tse di masisi fa gare ga motse, tse di...
52150,Edward Pekenene,, 11 May 2015
Bojalwa bo direla puso P2bn Khama
Khama o dirile se ka mabaka a gore Batswana ba fokotse go jelwa bobe madi ke bojalwa ka se se tlogela malwapa a le mantsi mo lehumeng, fela se jaanong go lebega se busetsa goromente kgotsa puso madimadi a a garolang pelo. “Madi a lekgetho la...
440,Teichler Rankoa,,432,Zolani Kraai,, 11 May 2015
Masharia a rukutlha Palapye
Matshwenyego a a senotswe ke Kgosi Masego Olebile mo potsolotsong le Naledi bosheng, a bolela fa digongwana tse di bopilwe ka bontsi jwa banana. O kopile batsadi ba bana ba, go thusa go tla ka methale e e ka thusang go fedisa seemo se. “Re...
45705,Bonte Seepi,, 11 May 2015
Masharia a rukutlha Palapye
Matshwenyego a a senotswe ke Kgosi Masego Olebile mo potsolotsong le Naledi bosheng, a bolela fa digongwana tse di bopilwe ka bontsi jwa banana. O kopile batsadi ba bana ba, go thusa go tla ka methale e e ka thusang go fedisa seemo se. “Re...
45705,Bonte Seepi,, 11 May 2015
In Friday paper
11 May 2015
Cross Okavango
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Dangers of bioengineering ultimate assassins
The film is an epitome of true action as it is loaded with violence. This, of course, is the nature of assassins with complex missions. As we zoom in on this thriller, all hell breaks when an agent is genetically engineered to be the perfect killing...
46405,Bakang Israel,, 11 May 2015
Wild Bird Trust embarks on Into The Okavango
OWP is a project of the Wild Bird Trust supported by National Geographic and they are on an epic expedition dubbed “Into The Okavango” from the source of the Okavango/Cuito River in Angola to its southernmost mouth at Lake Xau in the...
399,Staff Writer,, 11 May 2015
Mongwaketse taps into short story market
Gaopotlake Duncan Mongwaketse has produced a fiction book titled A Clean Escape, which is based on a home set-up and also influenced by the experience. Written for standard six and seven pupils, the book is set in Kanye where the author comes from....
8171,Leinanyana Tsiane,, 11 May 2015
Mandisa, the poet, loves words
The 33-year-old poet is one of the most celebrated spoken word artists in Botswana who has also staged performances at big stages such as Botswana Craft, Maun International Arts Festival (MIAF), HIFA and Shoko Festival. Her performances on stage are...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
FAQs
* How much does it cost to get a book published? It cost nothing. A publisher publishes your book for free, that is if they think your book is up to their standard and they can find a market for it. The publisher’s job is to edit, design,...
52205,Lauri Kubuitsile,php7D1E.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
The worst scammer ever
The sad fact is that scammers have existed since the dawn of humanity and they will probably be the last to die out. They are a part of our existence and just like all other species they are evolving. Gone are the days when the only scam was the...
48722,Consumer Watchdog,, 11 May 2015
Letshego obtains Tanzanian banking licence
Since April this year, the microlender has been running a series of cautionary notices stating that it has agreed to become a 75 percent shareholder of a deposit-taking financial institution that specialises in micro finance by way of subscription...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Gvt weighs Khoemacau 15% stake option
The mining company, which bought off Boseto Mine from Discovery Metals this year, is building a 50,000 tonnes a year copper mine near Somelo, in the northwest. Khoemacau regional manager, Johannes Tsimako told BusinessWeek that the government has...
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Gvt weighs Khoemacau 15% stake option
The mining company, which bought off Boseto Mine from Discovery Metals this year, is building a 50,000 tonnes a year copper mine near Somelo, in the northwest. Khoemacau regional manager, Johannes Tsimako told BusinessWeek that the government has...
406,Brian Benza,phpE652.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
BURS partners with CIPA to ease doing business
The MOU is expected to expedite the delivery of services to businesses, by their respective entities. Through the partnership, CIPA will assist BURS with statistics and companies’ information required for the global forum on transparency and...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
SA power tender lights up coal sector
According to experts, even if one of the three companies secures half of the supply contract on offer, or 300MW, the project will still rank among the largest in the private sector, in terms of capital investment. At present, experts conservatively...
422,Mbongeni Mguni,php1604.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Budget deficit seen narrowing in 2016
In a revised 2016-2017 Budget Strategy Paper (BSP) released yesterday, the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning said the proposed budget for 2016-2017 financial year projects total revenues and grants to reach P55.69 billion, an increase of...
406,Brian Benza,phpE652.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Botswana ranked Africas preferred retail address
According to the authoritative 2015 AT Kearney Africa Retail Development Index (ARDI), which ranks the top 15 African countries according to market attractiveness for retail expansion, only Gabon is more attractive than...
406,Brian Benza,phpE652.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Water Crisis
11 May 2015
Russia agree to re-send wrestling mats
The mats were shipped to Durban, South Africa but remained uncollected until they were returned to Russia in July. He told Mmegi Sport yesterday on his return from the World Wrestling Congress, that was held in Las Vegas, that new arrangements have...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Did Moses really write the Book of Genesis?
We also saw how Setswana unearths or confirms the etymology and true meaning of key terms like gods (Illui), Lulu, Adam, Eve, Eden and Paradise. This week we examine more closely Moses himself and whether he indeed wrote Genesis, as it is commonly...
2213,L M Leteane,phpFA0D.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
P60,000 for Pick n Pay cycling challenge
The bumpy and rocky Mokolodi terrain route includes distances of 55km and 36km and fun run routes of 20km and 5km. The event is organised by Gaborone Cycling Club (GCC) and will attract juniors, masters and veterans to battle it out for the P1, 500...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,, 11 May 2015
Madness at the judiciary: What can Parliament do?
The suspended judges, namely Key Dingake, Mercy Garekwe, Ranier Busang and Modiri Letsididi are effectively accused of instigating a rebellion. The issue started with an alleged accusations on the Judges by the Chief Justice that the judges are...
47877,Dithapelo Keorapetse,phpDED0.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Botswana needs a new national security strategy
It would be totally extravagant for any government to make such an important review without committing all other stakeholders who matter in the equation. I am aware that this review would include agencies such as the intelligence, prisons and the...
481,Richard Moleofe,phpE31.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
As we grapple with divorce
The latter is the most painful, second to a murder trial. This is the time when the judge has to dissolve a union that has been there for years, even decades, that has united two or more families during that period. At stake are not only the estates...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 11 May 2015
Notwane, Santos clash in unfamiliar territory
Both sides lost their first league matches last weekend and pride will be at stake when they meet. Notwane have beefed up their squad by including two South African players, Sithembile Mduqi and Tshepiso Motadi in the line up. Notwane coach,...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
CAF to discuss Zebras pitch invasion next month
BFA president, Tebogo Sebego has conceded that sanctions are looming after Zebras’ fans invaded the pitch at the end of their game against Burkina Faso here last weekend. Sebego said the charge ranges between US$5,000 and US$10,000. What...
434,Pini Bothoko,php3A86.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Why Europe conquered the world
In the discussions about the underdevelopment of Africa, liberal intellectuals are highlighting colonialism. So are socialists but adding capitalism. In my view, this is mostly quite correct but only for a limited period from 1850 up to this date and...
475,Correspondent,, 11 May 2015
Charity work, spirituality, love and life
Standing before this tree recently, I asked Nomsa Mbere what she made of the unusual trunk, explaining to her that most people said they saw foetuses entangled together. She took a brief look at the tree and with her slow, soft tender voice replied:...
423,Thalefang Charles,phpAA56.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Sankoyo braces for bumper crowd against Rollers
Sankoyo team manager, Odirile Sibanda, told Mmegi Sport they had made proper arrangements to cater for the expected large turnout.  Five  access points would be opened and, if need be, two more would be available. Sibanda said they wanted...
433,Boniface Keakabetse,, 11 May 2015
Mysterious fire destroys exhibit in police custody
The state alleges that Wazha Nthoiwa, Nchidzi Bakhobi, Terence Molefe, Tholego Mphapho, Galemong Latlhelang and two others acting jointly, set fire to an exhibit room and in the process, burnt dagga that was inside the room at Botswana police...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Chiefs edge Satmos
The win moved Chiefs to third spot with 10 points while Satmos is dicing with early relegation battle on position 14 with just a single point. The game, which attracted a large crowd, was entertaining as Satmos refused to be bullied. The game...
52115,Ivy Matlho,, 11 May 2015
BDP at its wits end - Boko
Boko, who was accompanied by the UDC leadership, said his party was readying itself for a take over in the 2019 general elections and now they were putting the right things into place.He was addressing a press conference here on Wednesday.He was...
402,Ryder Gabathuse,phpF55A.tmp.jpg,409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
CDC opposition councillors unite
BCP councillor for Khurumela ward, George Makhura, said the opposition has been working in solidarity ever since the commencement of the new council meeting. “We have been supporting each other in many instances but we were not a single...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 11 May 2015
Rollers factions reach common ground
Although details of their agreement are still sketchy, there are reports that the two camps have agreed to form an interim committee that will run the club until a permanent solution is found. The two camps have reportedly reached an agreement to...
411,Boitumelo Khutsafalo,phpCD8F.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Hands off my Chief Justice - Khama
The President suspended the four after an unprecedented move by Chief Justice, Maruping Dibotelo, who reported  them to the police for investigatation, for receiving a housing allowance while residing in government houses. The four judges are:...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Two judges lend support to suspended colleagues
On Wednesday, Justices Key Dingake, Modiri Letsididi, Mercy Garekwe and Ranier Busang, filed an urgent application to interdict the sitting of the tribunal appointed by President Ian Khama to investigate their conduct. They also want their...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Khama refuses suspended judges demands
Patient Thuto, the lawyer for the four suspended judges - Key Dingake, Modiri Letsididi, Mercy Garekwe and Ranier Busang – had, on September 3, written to the President demanding that the suspension be rescinded and the panel appointed to...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Man kills girlfriend, hangs himself
Machaneng police station commander, Superintendent Peggy Vakalisa confirmed the incident. “On Monday morning we received a report that a certain man was found hanging from a tree a few kilometers from the village. Members of the police rushed...
45705,Bonte Seepi,, 11 May 2015
BOFEPUSU concerned about Judiciary crisis
Judicial function is sacred and the judges are to be seen as noble and revered men and women of high agility. The management and leadership within judiciary should therefore be in excellence. With the current ongoing within our judiciary we are...
475,Correspondent,, 11 May 2015
Even from the skies, Okavangos poverty is clear
MAUN: Health services facilities in the Okavango sub-district are in dire straits and in urgent need of attention, if the revelations made during a recent SADC military operation in the area are anything to go by. Exercise Blue Okavango, carried out...
433,Boniface Keakabetse,, 11 May 2015
Judiciary crippled as judges go to war
In his founding affidavit filed in court Wednesday, one of the suspended judges, Justice Key Dingake, revealed that each one of them has a minimum of 300 active files. Dingake said this translates to 1,200 files that would need to be managed and/or...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Witchcraft, tribalism in judges' war
In a signed petition to the JSC, dated August 17, 2015, the 12 judges, including the suspended four, allege that it was difficult to serve under Dibotelo’s leadership. In terms of the annexure filed on record, the suspended judges: Key Dingake,...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Engens profits grow despite low oil prices
During the half-year period ended June 30, 2015, the Botswana Stock Exchange (BSE) listed petroleum firm recorded a 25 percent increase in gross profit to P148 million from P118 million in the same period last year. Engen Botswana’s managing...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Microsoft urges business community to embrace Windows 10
Microsoft Windows business division director, Rotimi Olumide told BusinessWeek that the objective of the conference was to provide key decision-makers, from across different segments, with information on the benefits and potential of Windows...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 11 May 2015
Breathing room for much maligned Butler
After a promising but barren run, the Zebras finally put the puzzle pieces right with a thoroughly deserved 1-0 victory over Burkina Faso last Saturday. The tenacity, drive and zeal had been restored. It was a refreshing upgrade from the languid...
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Africa, the United States, and the African Growth and Opportunity Act
In fact, a forecast by The Economist and IMF for 2011-2015 for African countries shows them pulling ahead of Asian countries in terms of growth in Gross Domestic Product (GDP). One reason for this optimism is The African Growth and Opportunity Act...
475,Correspondent,, 11 May 2015
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In this week's paper
Sandy Grant 11 May 2015
Recall and relevance
When discussing what needed to be done to get Mochudi’s development moving, he wondered if it might be worth erecting a pole with a light in some otherwise empty space and turning it on each night. Would students start using it to do their...
Sandy Grant 11 May 2015
Fathers, where art thou?
Growing up in a family of four, I don’t recall a day where I had to go to bed because there was no food in the house. If I ever did, it was only because I simply did not want to eat and even then, I had to be very smart about it. I grew up in...
Tumie Modise 11 May 2015
Sex worker
Govt moves to put all local prostitutes on ARV
According to the implementing partner the Botswana Family Welfare Association (BOFWA) Public Relations Officer, Keitumetse Mariri, they have already piloted this program in Gaborone and Francistown, and will soon be taking it to Maun.However, Mariri...
Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 11 May 2015
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Sex indulgence rampant at Matshekge
The year 2014 was a bad year for the school as the issue of pregnancy had even resulted to poor form five results as the school was positioned at number 21 amongst all senior secondary school in Botswana. Speaking during a Parents Teachers...
Correspondent 11 May 2015
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51 dropout at sex crazy Mmadinare Snr
Despite having achieved positions 7 previously and having had students who qualified for excellence awards in the past year, the school dropped to position 23 with 18.67 percent during this year’s results. None of the students has qualified for...
Onalenna Kelebeile 11 May 2015
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BDF soldier rapes own daughter
The state alleges that Fanisani Magaga who is a corporal based at the BDF Donga Camp raped his school going child on April 7 at their place of abode at BDF Area S Camp. The accused who is represented by attorney Morris Ndawana pleaded not guilty to...
Lebogang Mosikare | 11 May 2015
Dukwi refugees turn to prostitution
The Dukwi refugee camp is home to many refugees across Africa who were driven by unfavourable political conditions among other reasons in their countries to seek refugee in Botswana. The  Kgosi at Dukwi Bohedile Twaelang confirmed that there...
Lebogang Mosikare | 11 May 2015
BOFEPUSO briefing media. PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE
BOFEPUSU challenges govt over P500 million GEMVAS
At a press briefing in Gaborone Friday, BOFEPUSU secretary general, Tobokani Rari declared that they decided to file an urgent application before court over the government’s decision to “harshly” takeover the scheme. “The...
Mompati Tlhankane | 11 May 2015
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Diplomatic tiff with Srilanka after mass raid at Louis Ville
The local Srilanka consular has been instructed to pursue the matter and seek answers from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Speaker of Parliament as to what warranted such a degrading episode on the Srilankan nationals in Gaborone. Head of...
Tumelo Mouwane 11 May 2015
BOFEPUSU De-campaigns Masisi
The ruling party goes for an electoral congress July, where Masisi and five other candidates are in a hot contest for the number two position. The powerful public sector federation, which has twice but failed to de-campaign Masisi, is going all out...
Mompati Tlhankane | 11 May 2015
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Wesbank Botswana international air show returns
Multitudes of aviation enthusiasts, and eager members of the public, will make their way to the Kgatleng District looking to be a part of the exciting annual show. Organised by the Matsieng Trust, the Wesbank Botswana International Air Show has...
Staff Writer 11 May 2015
UCCSA Trinity choral singing. KEBOFHE MATHE
UCCSA goes fire
From the traditional London Missionary Society (LMS) days when it was known as the church for hymns sung from the hymn book dubbed Difela tsa Lontone (LMS Hymns), the UCCSA has taken an about turn in recent times, much to the chagrin of its...
Monkagedi Gaothobogwe 11 May 2015
Joseph Piet with the sculpture
Big white rhino in the city
Thanks to Botswana Insurance Holdings Limited (BIHL) Trust,  on Friday  they announced the launch of a nationwide project aimed at increasing awareness around rhino conservation efforts. Batswana can expect to see life sized rhino...
Staff Writer 11 May 2015
Olopeng
More internship graduates getting permanent jobs- Olopeng
He told The Monitor that through the programme, which many in the opposition have dismissed as modern day slavery, many graduates have found permanent appointments in the host organisations. The internship programme, he said, has given the graduates...
Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 11 May 2015
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Nanogang CJSS Rewards Excellence
Nanogang recognised the nine students who got 9 A’s last year and the students are now doing Form Four. During the victory party on Friday themed “Awarding Academic Excellence, Key to an Educated and Informed Nation”, the director...
Mompati Tlhankane | 11 May 2015
Rural areas graduates assured of jobs security
The minister said they are working around the clock to locate those graduates for permanent placement.  As if that is not enough, the government has taken a decision to admit the same students who accumulated 28 points in their Cambridge...
Lebogang Mosikare | 11 May 2015
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HATAB’s leading lady: Lily Rakorong
Lily Rakorong, the Chief Executive Officer of the Hospitality and Tourism Association of Botswana (HATAB), is a powerhouse who holds an influential position in the tourism sector, as a driver of change and growth. The Molepolole born Rakorong, who...
Ulla Setswalo 11 May 2015
Kagelelo Tidige and family
Tidige family adjusting after 2011 freak accident
It is the day he terribly lost his wife and their three-months-old twin girl when a car veered off the road and rammed into their bedroom as they slept. Mercifully, 35-year-old Tidige’s other twin baby survived unhurt in the accident.His older...
Onalenna Kelebeile 11 May 2015
We can’t afford to exclude Zim sex workers in the fight against HIV/Aids
New cases of infections have caused the authorities to fear that the nation could  once again, be in line to repeat the disaster of the 90’s that led to almost 50% of the population getting infected by the HIV virus. Interestingly, the...
Monitor Editor 11 May 2015
Segokgo
Open letter to the newly ‘elected” BMDYL President Phenyo Segokgo
I did not use the word attain on purpose Mr President, because my dictionary tells me the word attain means achieving something that you have worked hard for, but Mr president it is hard to tell whether you really worked hard for the seat or...
Correspondent 11 May 2015
Africa’s First World War (Part 3) ‘Batswana In The Saudf’
The influence of the first black French MP was not just confined to the ranks of “La Force Noire.” In his memoires, veteran Stimela Jingoes vividly recalled the day Diagne addressed Batswana, as well as his fellow Basotho and Swazi,...
Jeff Ramsay | 11 May 2015
Sponsorship begins at home
There are numerous examples of global and domestic companies having signed regional sponsorship deals that allow them to associate their products with the top European teams .Two such examples is of a telecommunications giant and an oil company,...
Correspondent 11 May 2015
Otto von Rudloff demonstrating how the HOT DOT technology works. PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO
Firm unveils property trace and recover solutions
Botswana is the first country in Southern Africa to launch RB franchise, which originates from South Africa. The patented “HOT DOT©” technology involves placing an almost invisible dot carrying identifying information on personal...
Ulla Setswalo 11 May 2015
Too Good To Be True? (Part 1)
They have won the lottery valued at €11,000,000! All they need to do to collect it is cover the costs of the International Bank Transfer Fees and Taxes and collect their winnings in person. Mr & Mrs Molefe buy their plane tickets and send a...
Correspondent 11 May 2015
Over 90 percent of the registered companies have booked stalls
Northern Fair 2015 attracts 200 exhibitors
This year’s edition, under the theme “Encompassing Local Businesses in Value Creation Through Innovative Partnerships”, will take place from May 27-31 at the BOCCIM grounds here. The Botswana Telecommunications Corporation Limited...
Chakalisa Dube | 11 May 2015
Doctor Vom
Dr Vom steals the show at Orange Letlhafula
This year, to bring a bit of twist to the event full of festivities, which started in the morning and went on until late afternoon, two stages were set up to cater for everyone’s preferred taste. Upon entry even the ambiance told the whole...
Sharon Mathala 11 May 2015
Bruce Nkgakile
Miss Africa tipped to put Gaborone on the Map
Speaking during the launch of the pageant at Boipuso Hall on Saturday, the Mayor mentioned that Miss Africa would help to sell Gaborone to the world. “The city of Gaborone will be the centre of attraction as the whole world will be watching...
Dumisani Ncube 11 May 2015
Matheke Leteane
Leteane’s faith carries him through
During the listening session of his latest album Tsotlhe Di Lokile at the Big Five Lodge on Friday, Leteane said that all along he put his faith in god. “People could see there was something wrong with me and whenever I was asked I would just...
Chippa Legodimo 11 May 2015
No Image
Nico’s solitary goal stuns BDF XI
The first quarter of the game was evenly contested with both teams visiting each other’s territory. BDF XI then had an upper hand midway in the game and dominated possession. Koziba Tlhabano was in charge of Matebele’s attacks, but he...
Tumelo Mouwane 11 May 2015
Layara Marks
Motswarap continues to unearth gems
What started as small event in a house garage by a group of friends in Tlokweng continues to grow into an attractive display of artistry. The event, which has since moved to Thapong Visual Arts Centre, now attracts a mixture of old and young...
Chippa Legodimo 11 May 2015
Young Zebras survive Kenya scare
Despite the win, Kenya bowed out of the competition as their opponents had won 3-0 in the first leg and go through on the away goal rule. Going into the match with a huge deficit, the Kenyan boys were the more urgent side. Michael Olunga headed the...
Staff Writer 11 May 2015
Fast & Furious 7 Poster
Fast & Furious 7
Deckard Shaw seeks revenge against Dominic Toretto and his family for his comatose brother.
Staff Writer 11 May 2015
Kenny Maragana
BoBA inter-club registers 29 bouts
BoBA spokesperson, Kenny Maragana told Monitor Sport after the event that they are excited by the increase in the number of boxers that participated in the tournament compared to the last one that was held at UB. He said the highlight of the...
Calistus Kolantsho | 11 May 2015
Satmos will have to win their last game against Notwane
Satmos still in precarious position
Both Satmos and Notwane are now fighting for the last spot in the Premier League with Nico United, BR Highlanders and Motlakase Power Dynamos now out of danger. Rollers came out enterprising in the first half, attacking the Cheetahs’ defence...
Koketso Kgoboge 11 May 2015
Safe...Motlakase Power Dynamos have survived relegation this season
Motlakase secure premier league status
Notwane started brightly knocking the ball around with ease and creating half chances that were either shot wide, over the bar or tamely into the goalkeepers’ hands. Chouka on the other hand played a cautious game sitting calmly and allowing...
Koketso Kgoboge 11 May 2015
The Book of Life
The Book of Life
Manolo, a young man who is torn between fulfilling the expectations of his family and following his heart, embarks on an adventure that spans three fantastic worlds where he must face his greatest fears.
Staff Writer 11 May 2015
The DUFF Poster
The DUFF
A high school senior instigates a social pecking order revolution after finding out that she has been labeled the DUFF - Designated Ugly Fat Friend - by her prettier, more popular counterparts.
Staff Writer 11 May 2015
Get Hard Poster
Get Hard
When millionaire James King is jailed for fraud and bound for San Quentin, he turns to Darnell Lewis to prep him to go behind bars.
Staff Writer 11 May 2015
Avengers: Age of Ultron Poster
Avengers: Age of Ultron
When Tony Stark and Bruce Banner try to jump-start a dormant peacekeeping program called Ultron, things go horribly wrong and it's up to Earth's Mightiest Heroes to stop the villainous Ultron from enacting his terrible plans.
Staff Writer 11 May 2015
The Book of Life Poster
The Book of Life
Manolo, a young man who is torn between fulfilling the expectations of his family and following his heart, embarks on an adventure that spans three fantastic worlds where he must face his greatest fears.
Staff Writer 11 May 2015
Unfinished Business Poster
Unfinished Business
A hard-working small business owner and his two associates travel to Europe to close the most important deal of their lives. But what began as a routine business trip goes off the rails in every way imaginable - and unimaginable.
Staff Writer 11 May 2015
The DUFF Poster
The DUFF
A high school senior instigates a social pecking order revolution after finding out that she has been labeled the DUFF - Designated Ugly Fat Friend - by her prettier, more popular counterparts.
Staff Writer 11 May 2015
Get Hard Poster
Get Hard
When millionaire James King is jailed for fraud and bound for San Quentin, he turns to Darnell Lewis to prep him to go behind bars.
Staff Writer 11 May 2015
Avengers: Age of Ultron Poster
Avengers: Age of Ultron
When Tony Stark and Bruce Banner try to jump-start a dormant peacekeeping program called Ultron, things go horribly wrong and it's up to Earth's Mightiest Heroes to stop the villainous Ultron from enacting his terrible plans.
Staff Writer 11 May 2015
The Book of Life Poster
The Book of Life
Manolo, a young man who is torn between fulfilling the expectations of his family and following his heart, embarks on an adventure that spans three fantastic worlds where he must face his greatest fears.
Staff Writer 11 May 2015
Mad Max: Fury Road Poster
Mad Max: Fury Road
In a stark desert landscape where humanity is broken, two rebels just might be able to restore order: Max, a man of action and of few words, and Furiosa, a woman of action who is looking to make it back to her childhood homeland.
Staff Writer 11 May 2015
Unfinished Business Poster
Unfinished Business
A hard-working small business owner and his two associates travel to Europe to close the most important deal of their lives. But what began as a routine business trip goes off the rails in every way imaginable - and unimaginable.
Staff Writer 11 May 2015
Far from the Madding Crowd Poster
Far from the Madding Crowd
In Victorian England, the independent and headstrong Bathsheba Everdene attracts three very different suitors: Gabriel Oak, a sheep farmer; Frank Troy, a reckless Sergeant; and William Boldwood, a prosperous and mature bachelor.
Staff Writer 11 May 2015
Get Hard Poster
Get Hard
When millionaire James King is jailed for fraud and bound for San Quentin, he turns to Darnell Lewis to prep him to go behind bars.
Staff Writer 11 May 2015
Avengers: Age of Ultron Poster
Avengers: Age of Ultron
When Tony Stark and Bruce Banner try to jump-start a dormant peacekeeping program called Ultron, things go horribly wrong and it's up to Earth's Mightiest Heroes to stop the villainous Ultron from enacting his terrible plans.
Staff Writer 11 May 2015
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