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23 May 2015

Letlapeng are arguing that Moloi had not served his suspension when he faced them after picking up three yellow cards. They had initially filed the protest with the Botswana Premier League (BPL) disciplinary committee (DC) saying Moloi was a...

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Green Lovers book play-off spot

A 2-0 win over TASC at the weekend gave Lovers a good shot at a Premier League berth.Going into the match, TAFIC and Kazungula Young Fighters had an outside chance of going to the play-offs provided Lovers lost by a high margin. However, it was not...

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Ndlovu escapes BPL charges

Ndlovu had claimed the referee, Lekgotla Johannes had decided the game by awarding Gaborone United (GU) the winning penalty. But, the BPL Disciplinary Committee (DC) said since Ndlovu has resigned as Rollers coach, he would not be charged for his...

49272,Kabelo Boranabi,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 09:45:00, 23 May 2015

Xenophobia hits karate championships

Sources said Zambia, Zimbabwe and Mozambique, whose citizens have been caught in the attacks, might boycott the championship. Botswana Karate Association (BOKA) president, David Mathe said although he was unaware of changes in the date and venue,...

417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

CNN Multichoice African Journalist Awards celebrates 20th Anniversary

The competition for African nationals based on the continent welcomes entries from journalists creating content targeting an African audience. 2015 marks the 20th anniversary of the African Journalist Awards. Tony Maddox, Executive Vice President...

23 May 2015

My Star: Platform for stars in the making

Amantle After being eliminated in the 2012 edition of My Star, the young songstress featured in a number of songs and worked with a number of producers including; Chef Gustos and Dark Boy Masey. Last year she featured in Spiza...

8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

Dance programme billed for Maitisong Festival

Speaking to Showbiz Maitisong dance consultant Tumisang Baatshwana said there will be a number of dance activities taking place at this year’s festival. “We will host workshops for amateurs and professionals. There will be a dance...

8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

Batshu is misguided on foreign workers

The infrastructure that the economic growth gave birth to, due to engagement of migrant workers from neighbouring states is still in South Africa to this day. In fact, South Africa’s economy is where it is today because of foreign workers. Half...

450,Mmegi Editor,, 23 May 2015

Seretse urges private sector to create more jobs

“The private sector has a key role to play especially in industrial development and employment creation. Therefore, the effective partnership between the government and private sector is very essential in the implementation of the industrial...

48624,Lindiwe Mozola,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 11:18:00, 23 May 2015

Glen Valley tomato incubator to produce 300 tonnes monthly

According to a press release from the Local Enterprise Authority (LEA), during the first cycle under the revised incubation programme model, Glen Valley will produce about 300 tonnes of tomatoes per month, which constitute 2.5 percent of the total...

33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

BPC to remotely cut households load

Power shortages are anticipated this winter due to increased demand while supply will be constricted by below capacity generation from Morupule B coupled with constrained imports from Eskom. Effective April, 28, 2015, BPC will commence the...

33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

Ditshwanelo calls for Botswanas intervention in xenophobia attacks

In a statement released on Tuesday, Ditshwanelo termed the attacks that have claimed at least seven lives as heinous. The statement comes shortly after foreign governments strongly criticised South Africa for failing to protect their...

49270,Mompati Tlhankane,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 09:39:00, 23 May 2015

BDP yet to decide on congress venue

Mmadinare Senior Secondary School was originally tipped to host the BDP but reports say its premises will not be available for the congress. Sources say the school management has informed the party that its multi-purpose hall would not be available...

3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

Family suspects police foul play

The family, who declined to be identified, told Mmegi that they were of the view that the visible injuries on the man’s body did not correlate with what the police told them. “What we have been told happened does not add up. How...

662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

State calls for lesser charge in Sebina case

Sebina, who the court last June ruled that he has a case to answer after acquitting his accomplices Setimela and Nkuna; is accused of killing Lesley Manga Ntshwane over an argument over missing watches. State Prosecutors, Ambrose Mubika and Mmapatsi...

601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

Caprivians call for political dialogue

On Monday the Concerned Caprivians are calling for political dialogue between Namibia and the political leadership of Caprivian refugees. This comes after Botswana and Namibia governments agreed that Botswana must return Namibian refugees by the...

2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

UDC welcomes new members in Nata-Gweta

“That is why we decided to postpone the launch,” Gudu said. He further explained that the UDC was launching in the two areas as part of its strategy to position itself for a triumph in future elections as well as reviving party...

409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

High Court frees Maj. General Tiroyamodimo

Mmegi could not obtain Mothobi’s ruling at the time of going to press yesterday. In his submission, Mmekwa argued that the Magistrate had failed to satisfactorily explain, reconcile and resolve the material inconsistencies of the witnesses and...

601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

BNYC boss fails to overturn suspension

“Any attorney who wants to know the reasons for dismissal of the matter should write a letter informing my court within seven days,” he said. Sibanda was suspended by BNYC effective from 10 April to allow investigations on allegations of...

3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

BOPEU to boycott May Day celebrations again

“We have a tradition at BOPEU that every year we give all the branches money to organise their celebrations. The leadership does not dictate how they celebrate the May Day,” he said. He said if some branches want to celebrate the day...

419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

Should there be a law against racism in Botswana?

An example of theory in practice of the perpetual struggle of the opposites in life? Be that as it may, apparently some Kasane holidaymakers continue to mistake Botswana for the Bechuanaland Protectorate of yore where the expatriate colonial settlers...

2208,Michael Dingake,phpFF67.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

Madinda didnt do himself any favours

But like they say, a coach is only as good as his last game and for Madinda Ndlovu, his last game in charge of Township Rollers was a tactical shambles that rubbed many Rollers faithful the wrong way, prompting them to vent. Although I saw it coming,...

506,Thuso Palai,php69A9.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

Artists dump Bo Rangolo festival

The group released a press statement on Wednesday, three days before the show. “Kindly be advised that WE won’t be performing at the Ga Bo Rangolo festival happening on the 26th December at Tapela Farms, Tonota. We saw if fit for us BW...

54815,Innocent Selatlhwa,php522E.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

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23 May 2015

Major Upsets At The Boxing Tournament

The upsets started on Saturday during the preliminaries with Khumoyame Basupeng of Ghanzi Club humiliating light fly weight national champion, Tefo Rammpudu of Tsholofelo. In another upset, this time in the bantam weight division, Oarabile...

438,Lekopanye Mooketsi,, 23 May 2015

Rollers Edge BDF XI

It was Rollers’ second victory in seven games played this year. They lost five of those matches, four consecutively. Both teams went into the game under immense pressure after losing their midweek games. BDF XI being the defending...

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Kazungula Humble GNT

Kazungula’s right-winger Cyprian Masule scored before Micheal Kefetogile grabbed a brace. Lesego Malikoko scored the other as the rejuvenated side claimed a victory over the struggling Francistown side. The home side found the back of the...

444,Shingirai Madondo,, 23 May 2015

Galaxy continues with dominance

Galaxy found the back of the net through Goareng Bagale and Tshepo Borake. Galaxy started the game on a high and had an attempt at goal as early as the fifth minute. Galaxy continued to pile pressure and had a good chance in the...

417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

Makgantai Secures Away Goal For Nico

GU welcomed back first choice goalkeeper Goitseone Phoko, who has been out of action due to injury. Midfielder Alphonse Modisaotsile also returned while attacker Ronald Chikomo and Jackie Mothathego started on the bench. Edwin Mokibe...

49272,Kabelo Boranabi,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 09:45:00, 23 May 2015

Modipe Club Roars Back Into Live

Located less than a kilometer south of Modipane, the club provides a perfect chilling spot for those who are looking to escape the busy city life and enjoy music in a relaxed atmosphere. On Friday, house outfit Crowd Capella, Darkboy Masey and...

413,Chippa Legodimo,phpD5D.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

New Fun Spot Opens In Gabs

The restaurant, bar, which started operating in November last year, is located where it used to be the popular Khwest restaurant by Mebala Centre in the Main Mall. The venue has now been revamped with beautifully designed décor. According to...

46613,Ulla Setswalo,, 23 May 2015

FNB Launches Affiliation With Nthula Lounge

The lounge has a sitting capacity of 25 and open everyday from 6am to 9pm. Nthula Lounge amenities tie into a variety of travel based value-adds that the bank offers its clients and is expected to make a difference to the way customers spend and...

33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

IPRO opens window for small investors

With the launch of the Ponelopele Fund, the local asset management firm says it is committed to empowering Batswana through investment and savings. Managed by IPRO Botswana, Ponelopele Fund is Botswana’s first Botswana and Africa-focused Multi...

399,Staff Writer,, 23 May 2015

Gaborone To Host Conference On Cyber Security

Themed “is Botswana ready for cyber attacks”, the conference will look at how Botswana sees the digital space and security and cyber threats as well as providing solutions. Briefing the media on Friday, Metrotech marketing and sales...

445,Keikantse Lesemela,phpF8B6.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

FNB Launches Affiliation With Nthula Lounge

33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

BOBS drafts vegetable grading standards

The standard will be called GOOD Agricultural Production (GAP). BOBS fruits and vegetable technical committee chairperson, Otsoseng Oagile, told Business Monitor that fruits and vegetables on the market are not graded under any regulating body. He...

445,Keikantse Lesemela,phpF8B6.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

The public need full information about 4G LTE

While this is highly welcome, the ordinary man out there needs to be educated on what 4G LTE technology is, how he can access it; which phones and features of the phones work better for the 4G experience. Apparently, like HD, or 3D experience ...

540,Monitor Editor,, 23 May 2015

DCEC, DPP AND OP

23 May 2015

Botswana Society Preps Cultural Heritage Diploma

The course will enable young people to create, design and market tours, where they will be able to lead local and foreign tourists on heritage sites of their choice. The Society has also pledged to provide its website (www.botswanabeckons.com) for...

422,Mbongeni Mguni,php1604.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

Your Reporter Got It Wrong

First we would like to thank you for showing interest in issues of intangible cultural heritage (ICH). This is a commendable effort on your part as we need media partners to help raise awareness about the importance of ICH. However, we would like to...

475,Correspondent,, 23 May 2015

Nopa: Sexual Frustration

Nopa: is a common word used in Botswana to denote a debilitating state of sexual frustration, where the man or woman rarely gets satisfied with sex from their partners. That frustration makes people moody, grumpy and unnecessarily antagonistic; with...

475,Correspondent,, 23 May 2015

Trouble Brewing At Barloworld

“This is the second time she fails to honour her agreement and we are not surprised as it is always her way of delaying this.” said an angry employee. Two weeks ago, Barloworld agreed with the Botswana Mine Workers Union Branch...

33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

Mathokgwanes Motion On Statistics Botswana Pass

The motion that was tabled by MP for Goodhope/Mabule James Mathokgwane got support from both opposition and some ruling party legislators. “The motion is about remedying mistakes of the past and building a better future at Statistics Botswana....

3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

On the eve of Letshego strong results

This Friday Letshego, a Botswana stock exchange listed entity with a market capitalisation of P5.5 billion, is expected to announce that dividends have doubled from the past year, but a leak alleging cooking of accounts, corruption and...

410,Monkagedi Gaothobogwe,phpAA57.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

Violent and Intrusive Crime Subsiding At Monarch

In an interview with The Monitor, Monarch Customary Court President Moses Gunny said in the past, the area used to be crime-infested. Gunny said crimes like murder, rape, common nuisance, defilement, house breaking and burglary used to give ...

48624,Lindiwe Mozola,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 11:18:00, 23 May 2015

Vanished Without Trace

He last saw saw them during the December of 2013 when they left for Tsabong to prepare for their wedding. The heartbroken Mochudi man, Pac Letlhogonolo Monau, said he last saw his girlfriend, Amanda Thebolo and their two sons, who were aged four and...

2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

Double amputee accuse lawyer of neglect

“I am in the dark as to what is going on. I don’t know if there is any progression in my case. I don’t know what is happening or if my former employer had been going for mentions or not. I Am completely clueless and wonder when...

2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

Butale Abandons Motswaledi Motion

When he first presented the motion in Parliament two Fridays ago, the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) legislator said the country needed to recognise and honour Motswaledi for his immense contribution in music and politics. MP Butale ...

3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

Woman Returns From Overseas To Lodge Rape Case Eight Years Later

The complainant reportedly visited Botswana as a tourist (country of origin unmentioned) that year and has only recently learnt that her daughter who had accompanied her on the trip was raped here during their stay. According to a source, the...

601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 23 May 2015

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