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In Wednesday's paper
22 May 2015
Gumbos P1million midfield masterstroke
The sun was long gone and the temperatures were fast dipping on a cold and heavily overcast Saturday night. Gaborone United (GU) and Township Rollers were ready for an epic battle before a below par cup final crowd. The blue side of Gaborone was...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
Rollers pay the penalty
The Zimbabwean tactician was quoted as saying referee, Lekgotla Johannes decided to end the Mascom Top 8 final by awarding a penalty to city rivals, Gaborone United (GU).Ndlovu complained bitterly about the penalty which Namibian striker, Benson...
411,Boitumelo Khutsafalo,phpCD8F.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
Paul plans Kenya ambush
Paul has placed his faith in the combination of Thatayaone Ramatlapeng and Omaatla Kebatho. “I have introduced Thatayaone (Ramatlapeng) who did not play against Lesotho. Omaatla (Kebatho) will report to camp today (yesterday). “I am...
49078,Tumelo Mouwane,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 08:56:00, 22 May 2015
Ndlovu quits Rollers
And speculation is rife that none other than his Gaborone United (GU) conqueror, Rahman Gumbo, might take his place. Just a few days after the team lost the Mascom Top 8 final to city rivals, GU, Rollers confirmed Ndlovu’s departure yesterday...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 09:45:00, 22 May 2015
Makholoskops dream comes to reality
The disco musician is also lead vocalist for local band Zangwana, which he co-founded with keyboardist Pheko Mabolai. He now feels the time is right for him to go solo. “I do not want fans to get confused. I have not left Zangwana. I am only...
413,Chippa Legodimo,phpD5D.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
Bambino relishes the spotlight at Maitisong Festival
The artist plays four roles in different productions during the festival. “To start off, in the festival I have so many roles that I will be playing.  I will be doing comedy, emceeing, acting and directing music for the dance production X...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
Amantle goes exotic
The 21-year-old first gave a hint on her exotic style a few months ago when she featured on Darkboy Masey’s single Mari A Pera, a Kalanga verb, which means ‘I am broke’.  She then recorded a Shona track with Spiza Valentino,...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
Kelly to launch novel in Maun
Kelly is currently in Botswana and is expected to perform at the annual Maitisong Festival, which runs from April 22 to 26, 2015 in Gaborone.  She told Showbiz that Batswana should expect fireworks during her performance at this year’s...
433,Boniface Keakabetse,, 22 May 2015
Mr Molzz threatens to sue his former record label
The 22-year-old who has enrolled in the government Tirelo Schaba programme to make ends meet said he may not have money to sue the record label yet, but he will do anything to get what is rightfully his. Mr Molzz has worked with the record label for...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 09:39:00, 22 May 2015
Paternity leave ASAP
In negotiating their working conditions, civil servants also suggested that the leave should be at least two weeks long, and cover three births for both married and unmarried men. We have taken too long to introduce paternity leave and things should...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 22 May 2015
Gantsi
But then it probably would not expect to get much of a mention given that it is separated from most of the rest of the country by miles of nothingness. In fact, geographically it probably belongs more to Namibia than to this country. But then out of...
2709,Sandy Grant,php13A2.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
Batshu encourages entrepreneurship
Batshu was speaking at the Nortex long service awards ceremony held recently. He said that it is without doubt that the ability of the workers to stay in one place for a long time in itself is an expression that they are happy in their areas of work...
48624,Lindiwe Mozola,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 11:18:00, 22 May 2015
Lucara recovers magnificent diamond at Karowe
The type IIa rough diamond shows exceptional colour and clarity, according to the firm. Lucara intends to sell the diamond along with two other stones that are larger than 100 carats. The mining company also told investors that it is...
399,Staff Writer,, 22 May 2015
Sprint Couriers goes international
Addressing the media yesterday, Sprint Couriers projects director Michelle Gebrial said the partnership would have an unrivalled breadth of service offerings supported by the most powerful global network in the industry.  Consumers are set to...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
Delays in housing delivery sink BHC revenue
In its 2014 Annual Report, the public housing agency recorded revenue of P300 million as compared to P467 million recorded in the previous year. Rental income remained flat at P187 million year-on-year as the corporation focussed on selling its new...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
I hate mediocrity
22 May 2015
Civic leaders challenge WUC to consult stakeholders
Speaking during WUC leadership stakeholders meeting in Palapye last week, the civic leaders complained that some projects in the area have failed and some were completed late because of lack of consultation. Oteng Mapharanyane, an employee of WUC...
45705,Bonte Seepi,, 22 May 2015
Japan agency brings 23 volunteers to Botswana
JICA programme officer, Mothusi Tiyedze, said that the volunteers’s visit was under a bilateral agreement between Botswana and Japan to exchange knowledge and skills. The current 23 volunteers will be in Botswana for two years. “JICA...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
Teen pregnancies deflate Bobonong exam results
At a meeting on Friday, called by parents into the performances at the school, Matshekge school head Babuluki Bajiti revealed that 11 cases of pregnancy had been registered between January and March this year alone. In 2013, the school recorded 34...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
Security surveillance in schools upsets BOSETU
The union leaders are furious that the government has taken a decision to place secondary schools under security surveillance without their input on the matter. “We are important stakeholders in the school environment so it is disrespectful...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
Batswana flock to SA despite xenophobic attack fears
An immigration officer at Tlokweng border gate, Kedumetse Lepang stated that they have registered a consistent number of Batswana who are crossing over to South Africa. “Since last week Wednesday 15 till April 20, 2015 we have registered grand...
49047,Amanda Dichabe,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 08:51:00, 22 May 2015
Police see nothing special about Segametsis unveiling
Assistant station commander, Kabelo Bome yesterday revealed that the police had received the invitation last Thursday and were considering the family’s request. He however said that there would be no special treatment given to the...
662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
Rapist sentenced to 15 years
High Court Justice Phadi Solomon sentenced Victor Matopi, because the magistrate who found him guilty of the offence at Masunga had no powers to sentence him to a jail sentence of more than 10 years. Passing sentence, Solomon said that she took into...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
Batshu outraged as Mmadinare villagers ask to hire foreigners
Some residents pleaded with Batshu during a Kgotla meeting in Mmadinare on Monday that they be allowed to employ foreign nationals because they are very effective while Batswana do not want to work for locals. “Please allow us to hire...
403,Onalenna Kelebeile,, 22 May 2015
Team Mphafe releases manifesto
The team says the youth of the movement has reached an imperative point where honest introspection is needed. “For three years, the Botswana Movement for Democracy (BMD) has failed to utilise the endless opportunities of growth afforded by the...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
Talana Farms axes 131 workers
The wholly-owned Botswana Development Corporation (BDC) subsidiary embarked on the exercise late last year and is expected to wrap up by July 1. The company employs 428 workers, with 200 of them being permanent although the number frequently jumps...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
Court dismisses urgency of BOPEU case against Stats Botswana
The union also accused the management of Statistics Botswana of re-structuring and outsourcing posts within the company without consultation. Judge Virgil Vergeer dismissed the application on the basis of urgency and not the merits. “The...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
De Graaff resigns
Permanent secretary to the President, Carter Morupisi, yesterday confirmed that De Graff had been replaced by Patrick Ralotsia as the  Minister of Agriculture and deputised by Fidelis Molao. Both appointments are with immediate...
399,Staff Writer,, 22 May 2015
Police teargas land seekers
Throngs of villagers had gathered at the Letlhakane Sub-Land Board premises on Friday to apply for residential plots, with some saying the last time the land authority accepted applications was five years ago. Residents who travelled through the...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg,1210,Edward Mpoloka,, 22 May 2015
Light through the tube
423,Thalefang Charles,phpAA56.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
Zumas wife allegedly tried to kill the president
After months of speculation about the president's relationship with Ntuli-Zuma, sources said the reason she had been cast out related to suspicion by the president of her involvement in an alleged plan to poison him. She now lives in Durban North...
475,Correspondent,, 22 May 2015
In Thursday paper
22 May 2015
Ntlo Ya Dikgosi must stay away from politics
Speaking at the dikgosi orientation workshop after Monday’s meeting of the Ntlo Ya Dikgosi (House of Chiefs), he encouraged the traditional leaders to uphold the law and strengthen good governance.  He said the democratic dispensation is...
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
First Division fails to hold workshops
“Conducting workshops has taken a while, but we are in the process of conducting workshops for committee members from both South and North. “Then we will embark on a workshop for club managers and chairpersons. You must be aware that a...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
BR Highlanders sign three players
They are midfielders Gorman Batsweletse and Busang Robert and a striker, Mothusi Kenosi. The team is also on the verge of signing Orapa United midfielder, Emmanuel Thakadu. Batsweletse (35) has dusted off his boots to make a comeback from...
45705,Bonte Seepi,, 22 May 2015
Under-19 cricket team gears for qualifiers
Botswana will face three associate countries in order to qualify for the international tournament. The countries are Namibia, Uganda and the hosts Tanzania on a date yet to be announced. Coach Obert Musiyamhanje told Mmegi Sport during a training...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
First Division call for gate fees hike
Entry charges are pegged at P10, but clubs suggest the figure should be revised to P20. In some instances, fans watch lower division games for free. The clubs feel a hike in charges would help boost their coffers. All the clubs feel that the lower...
444,Shingirai Madondo,, 22 May 2015
Kunenes legacy lives on
For many of his fans, it will take a while to heal. Thankfully, the late singer’s positive spirit continues to inspire others musically.  Many still hold dear his music. More and more Pop-reggae artists are mushrooming around Africa with...
413,Chippa Legodimo,phpD5D.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
Off Campus artists to perform in Zimbabwe
The Pink Concert is a show that promotes women’s rights in Zimbabwe and fights against gender-based violence, breast cancer and child marriage through music. The three artists are award-winning RnB singer Orapeleng ‘Spiza...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
Phiris BOMU gong motivates him
The artist said that despite his recent divorce, he still believes in the institution of marriage and was pleased when his song Lenyalo, off the album, Tsela E Le Thata, picked up an award. The video was produced by Metsimotlhabe-based Slate Dinoko...
474,Gasebalwe Seretse,, 22 May 2015
ATI expelled from Pop Bottles
Double Jay, an upcoming hip hop artist from Serowe told Showbiz that he has realised that sharing his concept with many people including ATI did not work out for him. “Pop Bottles is a concept that I want to turn into an annual event and a...
474,Gasebalwe Seretse,, 22 May 2015
Valentines Day comedy special at Little Theatre
Comedy lovers will be happy to know that The Other Guys will host a comedy show on 14 February at the National Museum Little Theatre.  The show will feature some of the best in comedy circles namely; Charles Manase, Tulani Tau, and Umbambi...
420,Maureen Odubeng,php85BC.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
Hands off dikgosi!
During an orientation workshop for Ntlo ya Dikgosi, Masisi “urged” the traditional leaders to avoid “politicking” or using their freedom of expression to attack the executive. “I have observed that in the past, the...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 22 May 2015
Omang office
22 May 2015
Tshekedi Khama rebels against President Khamas respect of law gimmick to mislead parliament
As such, one expects exemplary decorum in the house. Sadly, the contrary is true with the current (11th) Parliament. Arrogance, deceit, sheer dishonesty, lies, egos and all their overt manifestations lie at the heart of the Executive operational...
475,Correspondent,, 22 May 2015
Total Botswana hosts mining sector workshop
The event aims to showcase Total’s mining solution products and allow stakeholders to interact with the company’s specialist mining team.  One of the organisers, Melissa Padia, said Total was also searching for new business...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
Production tumbles at Boseto Mine
A quarterly review note from the company says mining costs per tonne grew 18.3 percent in the period. “Productivity was impacted by delays and costs associated with a fire that occurred on waste excavator as well as unscheduled repairs to...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
Takatokwane coal project to cost P7.2 bn
A statement issued yesterday said the Perth-based miner’s operating expenditure is estimated between $43 and $57 per tonne Free on Board (FoB).  The company stated that it had completed a scoping study confirming the robust development...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
DTCB donates Braille equipment
The equipment, worth P200,070 was bought with part of the P1.9 million the company donated last year, which will be released in batches to the MRCB over a three-year period. Kago Mmopi of DTCB stated that the company intends to buy an industrial...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 22 May 2015
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