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26 May 2015
Two Kenyan runners suspended after failing drugs tests at the IAAF World Championships
The 21-year-old Koki Manunga and the 29-year-old Joyce Zakary -- who are both 400 meter runners -- were provisionally suspended by the International Association of Athletic Federations (IAAF) after returning positive samples on August 20 and 21...
53567,CNN.COM,php74FB.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
All hail BAA success
While most sporting codes have been disappointing and rather off colour, the Botswana Athletics Association (BAA) remains one of the unsung heroes of sport in Botswana. The Association has over the years produced and developed world beaters who have...
506,Thuso Palai,php69A9.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
FCC repossesses undeveloped plots
She warned plot owners about the impending repossession early this year. She revealed that 38 undeveloped Self Help Housing Agency (SHHA) residential plots without title deeds will be advertised in the Daily News this week, and 104 with title deeds...
48624,Lindiwe Mozola,, 26 May 2015
Overcrowding compromises care at Marina
Officials said the hospital’s 567 beds had to contend with 750 in-patients, weighing on service delivery and quality. Absenteeism is rising as staff files sick notes to get away from the depressing demand for their services. Briefing the media...
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Debswana grows first-aid competitions
The winners of the the annual interdepartmental competition will represent their mine at the Botswana Chamber of Mines Inter-Mine First Aid Tournament set for Karowe Mine on October 10, 2015. Jwaneng general manager, Albert Milton said the...
46713,Lebogang Baingapi,, 26 May 2015
Shortage of classrooms hits Tonota Sub-District
He said this when addressing the sub-district’s third session full council on Monday. He disclosed that a total of 10,711 students were registered in the sub-district during term two of this academic year, but many of them did not have...
434,Pini Bothoko,php3A86.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Woman guilty of infanticide
Justice Barnabas Nyamadzabo wholly suspended the sentence for three years on condition that she does not commit a similar offence. The offence was reportedly committed in Zwenshambe in March 2009. When sentencing the accused, Nyamadzabo said he...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
BOSETU fails to locate BCP for invitation
The Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) was represented by its labour officer, Kgang Kgang, while the Umbrella for Democratic Change was represented by its vice president, Ndaba Gaolathe. In an interview with Mmegi after the conference, BCP publicity...
45705,Bonte Seepi,, 26 May 2015
BMD kicks off Boswelatlou by-election battle
Secretary General, Gilbert Mangole said BMD will be contesting the ward under the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) banner. Yesterday Mangole said the party had already met over the ward. “Primary elections will be held depending on the...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
BURS wins, for now
“Majority of the employees who comprised the striking populace of our team voluntarily signed commitment letters to return to work with immediate effect. We welcome them back to the fold so that we, as a team, may ensure a concerted...
422,Mbongeni Mguni,php1604.tmp.jpg,601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Former BNYC execs square up against Khama, Olopeng
Olopeng was acting in line with a presidential directive issued by Khama on the BNYC’s restructuring. Yesterday in Lobatse, lawyers representing the former NEC members said Olopeng and Khama had no legal right to dissolve the BNYC and its NEC....
662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Police hit back in crash lawsuit
The revelation is contained in answering affidavits filed by BPS this week in response to a suit brought by families of the three deceased officers. The three died when their helicopter crashed while on a routine flight between Gumare and...
662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
FCC to appoint CEO for Vision 2022 project
The company was established following the enactment of the Local Government Act of 2012, which allows local authorities to form private companies in a bid to improve economies of their localities. One of Moiplek’s objectives is to help...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
BPOPF buys PrimeTimes Francistown properties
The disposal of the properties, Barclays Plaza and Blue Jacket Square, is expected to unlock fresh funds for the property company, in a market constrained by high cost of funds as well as liquidity shortages. “The board of PrimeTime Property...
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
BPOPF buys PrimeTimes Francistown properties
The disposal of the properties, Barclays Plaza and Blue Jacket Square, is expected to unlock fresh funds for the property company, in a market constrained by high cost of funds as well as liquidity shortages. “The board of PrimeTime Property...
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Orange Money reaches 300,000 customers
In a statemenet relased this week, the company said by the end of July, there were 294 124 customers on Orange Money, constituting 64% of the market share. The Orange Money facility allows customers to deposit and withdraw money from an Orange Money...
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Maru-a-Pula student runner-up of Queens Commonwealth Essay
As the Senior Runner-Up, Tawanda will be invited to a special awards ceremony at Buckingham Palace where HRH The Duchess of Cornwall will present the winners with their prizes. The ceremony will form part of a week of cultural and educational...
475,Correspondent,, 26 May 2015
Finally Marina opens up
It is commendable that after many years of media blackout, Princess Marina Hospital (PMH) has finally opened up about the problem bedeviling the country’s biggest referral hospital. Prior to a shake up in its public relations department, the...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 26 May 2015
BDP waning popularity
26 May 2015
Orapa United to appeal Moyo ruling
The player has been at the centre of a wrangle between Orapa United and GU after signing a contract with the latter. GU had announced Moyo as one of the players they signed in the just ended transfer window before Orapa United insisted that the...
411,Boitumelo Khutsafalo,phpCD8F.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Harnessing Botswanas AGOA Export Potential
Senior officials from the U.S. are in Gabon to meet with officials from 39 AGOA member countries, including Botswana, as well as business leaders, entrepreneurs, civil society members, and the private sector to discuss trade and...
475,Correspondent,, 26 May 2015
Harnessing Botswanas AGOA Export Potential
Senior officials from the U.S. are in Gabon to meet with officials from 39 AGOA member countries, including Botswana, as well as business leaders, entrepreneurs, civil society members, and the private sector to discuss trade and...
475,Correspondent,, 26 May 2015
AUTOFIT new Police XI technical sponsor
The sponsorship amount has been increased from P1 million to P1.5 million for two seasons. Briefing the media yesterday, Police XI chairman, Solomon Mantswe said they were excited to have entered into a partnership with sportswear company,...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,, 26 May 2015
Boxers produce thrilling night of knockouts
Six out of nearly 20 fights on Saturday produced technical knockouts. The upset of the day was when Oarabile Mothibedi of DTCB club had the better of renowned Otukile Mohammed, knocking him out in the first round of their 52kg fight. Mohammed of BMC...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
BAA backs Amos after shock exit
BAA spokesperson Roland Masalila told Mmegi Sport that the association would support Amos despite the disappointing result. “BAA is with him. We are not going to crucify him. Amos tried his best, but unfortunately it was a bad day in the office...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,, 26 May 2015
Masama braces for Molelo wa Mariga festival
The festival, which is a family event, is scheduled to begin Saturday morning and go on until late evening. Molelo wa Mariga is aimed at resuscitating and promoting a deeper understanding and appreciation for the diverse Setswana culture. Molelo wa...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 26 May 2015
Amantle goes 50 Shades of Grey on new single
The song was released last week. She debuted it with a live performance on Flava Dome. Amantle vocal projection quickly gives one an idea of what she was referring to. The song goes: “turn the lights down low/ re tle re dire tsa...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
DJ Fauz wants to leave a footprint
The club DJ has already toured places such as Thamaga, Kanye and Lobatse performing at different events and nightclubs. Earlier this year, after leaving Kosher Nights sessions, he said he planned to perform in different places as much as he...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Mogwes album launch at Botswanacraft this Friday
Transitions has 13 tracks, including amongst others the title track and her breakthrough single, Transitions in which she features Zeus. Her other single, which has enjoyed massive airplay is You, in which she features female rapper, Sasa Klaas. The...
662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Morebodi Foundation to host inaugural gospel show
The line-up for the show will include some of Botswana’s most celebrated gospel singers; Bafana ‘Phempherethe’ Pheto, Mmereki Marakakgoro, Mathews Matsetse, Suggie Fisher, Kabelo Eric, Tshepo Lesole, and Charity Boitshoko. The...
420,Maureen Odubeng,php85BC.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Tshwaragano Hotel
I read three which seemed to be agreed that the Tshwaragano Hotel had been burnt to the ground. A later report from someone who had been to check the extent of the damage was more reassuring. Yes, six of the rooms had been destroyed but the main...
2709,Sandy Grant,php13A2.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Go wela
Go lebega Naledi yone e dumela gore thotse le thapo ke selo se le sengwefela, kana gore di a tshwana, ka ke eo e ntse e bitsa thapo e re thotse. Laboraro yo o fetileng re kopane nayo e bua ka moretologa, mme ya bitsa thapo ya moretologa thotse,...
2805,Sebofo Motshwane,php5705.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Boramabole ba goroga ka dietsele
Kgaisano e, e ne e ngokile mafatshe a le 19 a a itsegeng thata ka motshameko wa mabole. Moanamisa mafoko wa BoBA, Kenny Maragana, o boleletse Naledi fa go itumedisa go bona lekgotla la gagwe le tsweletse ka go tsenya batshameki mo dikgaisanong tsa...
440,Teichler Rankoa,, 26 May 2015
Basetsana ba kirikete ba tshamekile Ramakrish
Ramakrishna o boletse gore kgaisano e ya mafatshe a mane, eleng la Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia le Mozambique e dirisiwa gantsi go itlhokoletsa dikgaisano tsa mafatshe tse ditona, eleng seo go leng botlhokwa thata lefatshe la Botswana le nne le nna le...
440,Teichler Rankoa,, 26 May 2015
Ba ba kwa godimo ba itumetse
Mo pineng e ya gagwe ya go jewa batho Maghebula o papamatsa gore bangwe ba itumetse ka ba dirile tiro ya bone. A re ‘re ba jele ba dimpa dimagwata, setlhako sa lela, ba ba kwa godimo ba itumetse, fa ba ba kwa tlase bone ba itumetse.’ Pina...
440,Teichler Rankoa,, 26 May 2015
Banana ba Sadc ba gadika bobegadikgang
Go ne go sekasekwa tshotiso ee neng e bua ka go emisa go ema nokeng bobegadikgang ka madi ga mebuso. Go ne go na le letlhakore le le neng le ema tshotiso eo nokeng. Letlhakore leo le ne la itsetsepela ka gore diphathi tse di busang mo mafatsheng a...
52172,Oageng Batenegi,, 26 May 2015
Kb Mogwe o latela dinku kwa masimong
Fela, tse jaanong ke dilo tsa maloba ka lelwapa la bone le thubegile, nyalo e fedile, le setlhopha se kgaogane. Charma-Gal o fa le, o tlhamile Ekentolo volume 6 a le nosi. Go ise go ye kae Kabelo KB Mogwe le ene ka Culture Spears o golola ya gagwe e...
440,Teichler Rankoa,, 26 May 2015
Ke bao barwa Kgodumo ka Matlhatso
Letsatsi le le ipelwa ngwaga le ngwaga fa paka ya mariga e ya bokhutlong. Mong a morafe wa ga-Malete, Kgosikgolo Mosadi, ke ene a tlaa di gogang kwa pele ka letsatsi le legolo le la go alosa banna le basadi ba mophato le go keteka ka boitumelo...
440,Teichler Rankoa,, 26 May 2015
Mosadi o rotloetsa popagano ya bomme
Ka dithutego, Mmuru ke monana yoo tshwereng Digarata (Degree in Humanities) mme ga a ise a ko abereke tiro e a e ithutetseng kwa Mmadikolo. Mo potsolotsong le ba Naledi, Mmuru a re o sale a tlhokafaletswe ke batsadi ka bonana selo se a reng se mo...
45705,Bonte Seepi,, 26 May 2015
Batsamaisatiro, baatlhodi ba senya dikgaisanyo
Dikgaisanyo tse, kwa tshimologong bangwe ba ne ba sa tlhaloganye mosola wa tsone. Mme fa nako e ntse e tsamaya le tsone di tshwarwa ngwaga le ngwaga, bontsi jwa simolola go di tlhaloganya le gone go di rata. Go ne go se thona go bona Batswana ba supa...
440,Teichler Rankoa,, 26 May 2015
Dibatana di gabuka leruo kwa Boteti
E re ka phefo e se moloba mafoko, Naledi e ne ya utlwalela ka ga tshenyo e e dirwang ke dibatana mme Mmegadikgang wa Naledi o ne a etela meraka e e farologanyeng e leng Marulamantsi, Mohisenyane,Yuutshaa, Tshwanyane, Nxeekhudi le Tlharedintle. Ka...
52150,Edward Pekenene,, 26 May 2015
Tsa lenao la ga matsieng di tsere phekelo e sele
Fela, Naledi e ne ya utlwa moshwedile mongwe wa dikgang tse di pharologano. Ntle le go dia sebaka, Naledi e ne beke e fetileng ya ragogela gone kwa Rasesa kwa go tlhwaelesegileng gore lenao le la ga Matsieng le bonwa teng. Go ya ka ditlhotlhomiso...
52172,Oageng Batenegi,, 26 May 2015
Kgangkgolo ka lenao la ga Matsieng
Lokwalo-dikgang lwa Naledi le ne la itshwaraganya le mongwe wa baitsaanape ba tlholego ya matlapa kwa Lephateng lwa Mabolokelo a Ditso le Botaki Vasco Baitsiseng, a bolela gore go boammaruri gore go na le bangwe ba ba buang polelo e...
52172,Oageng Batenegi,, 26 May 2015
Magwele nge Ikalanga
Bakalanga bana ludo gwe kuti tjisi fe, ndinakuti nditi tjibaka nge tjibaka ndi shake ku kayila mwe nkalanga bugwele nge ikalanga ndisinga shingise tjijawobe. Mangoni anobe yapo hapa nshaka jalo nowana ili kuti nda kaya ne zina le Ikalanga laasaka...
475,Correspondent,, 26 May 2015
Dow takes over Education, Masisi leaves
Serowe North MP, Kgotla Autlwetse has been appointed assistant MoESD. The Vice President Mokgweetsi Masisi who has been at the helm of MoESD in joint venture with Pelonomi Venson-Moitoi, since April last year, will now focus on the Vice...
404,Bame Piet,phpB30D.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Kill the Messenger
A reporter becomes the target of a vicious smear campaign that drives him to the point of suicide after he exposes the CIA's role in arming Contra rebels in Nicaragua and importing cocaine
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
American Sniper
Navy SEAL sniper Chris Kyle's pinpoint accuracy saves countless lives on the battlefield and turns him into a legend. Back home to his wife and kids after four tours of duty, however, Chris finds that it is the war he can't leave behind.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Addicted
A gallerist risks her family and flourishing career when she enters into an affair with a talented painter and slowly loses control of her life.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Fifty Shades of Grey
Literature student Anastasia Steele's life changes forever when she meets handsome, yet tormented, billionaire Christian Grey.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Kingsman: The Secret Service
A spy organization recruits an unrefined, but promising street kid into the agency's ultra-competitive training program just as a global threat emerges from a twisted tech genius.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water
SpongeBob goes on a quest to discover a stolen recipe that takes him to our dimension, our world, where he tangles with a pirate.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Hear Me Move
The son of a famous street dancer tries to discover the truth about his father's tragic death 12 years prior. When he joins forces with his father's dance partner, he finds himself
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
American Sniper
Navy SEAL sniper Chris Kyle's pinpoint accuracy saves countless lives on the battlefield and turns him into a legend. Back home to his wife and kids after four tours of duty, however, Chris finds that it is the war he can't leave behind.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Fifty Shades of Grey
Literature student Anastasia Steele's life changes forever when she meets handsome, yet tormented, billionaire Christian Grey.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
In Thursday paper
26 May 2015
Kingsman: The Secret Service
A spy organization recruits an unrefined, but promising street kid into the agency's ultra-competitive training program just as a global threat emerges from a twisted tech genius.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Hear Me Move
The son of a famous street dancer tries to discover the truth about his father's tragic death 12 years prior. When he joins forces with his father's dance partner, he finds himself
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
American Sniper
Navy SEAL sniper Chris Kyle's pinpoint accuracy saves countless lives on the battlefield and turns him into a legend. Back home to his wife and kids after four tours of duty, however, Chris finds that it is the war he can't leave behind.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Addicted
A gallerist risks her family and flourishing career when she enters into an affair with a talented painter and slowly loses control of her life.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Fifty Shades of Grey
Literature student Anastasia Steele's life changes forever when she meets handsome, yet tormented, billionaire Christian Grey.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Kingsman: The Secret Service
A spy organization recruits an unrefined, but promising street kid into the agency's ultra-competitive training program just as a global threat emerges from a twisted tech genius.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water
SpongeBob goes on a quest to discover a stolen recipe that takes him to our dimension, our world, where he tangles with a pirate.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Channel O DJ to rock Ghetto
His mixes are played at some of the biggest clubs and parties. DJ Andy X became a household name with house music followers in both SA and beyond borders after joining the popular music channel. It will be the first time that Andy X performances in...
444,Shingirai Madondo,, 26 May 2015
DJ Cupid eyes music production
The 23-year-old known as the Queen of RnB and Hip Hop told Showbiz that she is broadening her music career by venturing into music production. She is working on a compilation of songs to be released in the foreseeable future. “Currently...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Homecoming party to set BIUST on fire
The show, which is organised by the university’s Student Representative Council (SRC) with the help of management, is expected to take place on March 7, 2015 at BIUST Campus Softball grounds, the SRC president has confirmed. SRC president,...
45705,Bonte Seepi,, 26 May 2015
BR Highlanders confident of Premier League stay
The Mahalapye side has won only six matches while losing 12 and picking up two draws. They lost 2-1 in their last encounter against leaders, Mochudi Centre Chiefs. The team’s spokesperson, Jacob Monyeki told Mmegi Sport they still have a...
45705,Bonte Seepi,, 26 May 2015
Orapa United eye second position
The Ostriches are undefeated in eight matches and lie third on 38 points, just two behind Rollers. However, they face an equally improving Motlakase who are unbeaten in four matches. Rollers are not in league action until midweek as they have a CAF...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 26 May 2015
Chiefs out to stretch lead
Chiefs have been in good form in the second half of the season after collecting 13 points in their last five games. The Kgatleng side is four points clear of archrivals Township Rollers who play Kaizer Chiefs in a CAF Champions League...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 09:45:00, 26 May 2015
Botswana to miss COSASA, ISSF games
The Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD) has said there is no money to send teams to the games. Botswana Integrated Sports Association (BISA) president, Joshua Gaotlhobogwe told Mmegi Sport that Botswana would not participate in the...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Govts curse on Shakawe
Just over a year ago, the school made debut results with the same level of pass rate. The first batch of students had just settled in the school after they had to attend classes at Maun Senior Secondary School, over 500 kilometres away from...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 26 May 2015
Cupric advances ambitions of new copper mine in Ghanzi
At the beginning of 2013, US-based Cupric Canyon Capital acquired all the remaining shares it did not already own in Canadian junior miner Hana Mining for C$67-million, taking control of Botswana-based Hana Ghanzi Copper. Since then, Cupric’s...
26 May 2015
Trans Kalahari Project still on hold
The 1447-kilometre railway line will link Botswana’s Mmamabula coalfields with the Walvis Bay Port in Namibia. Briefing Parliament on Tuesday, Molefhi said he was uncertain when work on the project would start, as they had not found private...
445,Keikantse Lesemela,phpF8B6.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Lake Ngami ban enrages fishermen
Scores of irate fishermen stormed the District Wildlife offices and approached Maun West Member of Parliament, Tawana Moremi demanding a reversal on the decision. Ngamiland Wildlife coordinator, Molothanyi Bolt Othomile told Mmegi on Tuesday that...
433,Boniface Keakabetse,, 26 May 2015
Once again, Shakawe comes last
According to the Botswana Examinations Council (BEC), the controversial school recorded the lowest performance at 6.99 percent. In 2013, the inaugural batch of students who started off on the wrong footing, also sat at the bottom of the BGCSE...
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Hit-and-run driver to appear in court today
The culprit whose name is being withheld, allegedly struck two boys aged 18 and 19 years with a white Dyna truck and one of the boys died on the spot last Saturday. The other was still is in hospital at the time of writing. The deceased...
49047,Amanda Dichabe,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 08:51:00, 26 May 2015
Nigerians lawyer concerned with delay of bail hearing
Ezekannagaha is accused of swindling First National Bank Botswana (FNBB) cash amounting to P2 million. Muzimo registered his concern after the State prosecutor, Inspector Phale Kgamanyane of Broadhurst Police Station, told the court that they...
49078,Tumelo Mouwane,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 08:56:00, 26 May 2015
Councillors lobby for wider farmers compensation
Under the Integrated Support Programme for Arable Agricultural Development (ISPAAD), farmers are compensated for tillage and seeds, but only if they used the recommended row planting system. Those using the older broadcast method do not receive...
434,Pini Bothoko,php3A86.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Security companies decry corrupt tendering process
Speaking at the Security Companies Pitso hosted by the ministry in Gaborone recently, representatives from different security companies said they are concerned by the corrupt allocation of government tenders. They said that government...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Two die in BCL mine accident
The incident has infuriated the Botswana Mining Workers Union (BMWU), which has expressed concern at the rate at which accidents happen at this mine. BMWU secretary general, Bob Malele said the accident raised questions about the safety standards at...
26 May 2015
Mmolotsi calls AGs, BDP tool
Debating the Attorney General’s budget, Mmolotsi said that it was now an extension of Tsholetsa House and another arm of the BDP even though it should not have political interference from the BDP. “Ga ena seriti e bile e laolwa ke...
431,Lerato Maleke,phpD4F0.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Magang speaks on fixing the economy
Had you guys been writing books, I would have been spared all the strain. As it was, I had to scour every local library and the national archives, every business-related report in the local newspapers, every relevant website. I had to get hold...
26 May 2015
Govt opts for cheap labour?
“Engagement of part time employees was triggered by the amount spent in over-time payments. “Cutting on this expenditure would ensure that the money spent on paying for over-time work could be utilised elsewhere,” Maphorisa said....
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Forgive me father
26 May 2015
Of anointing water, self-righteous Christians and the alleged witch that is Thabo Masilos mother
The picture attracted a barrage of comments from readers on social networks, ranging from insults to sympathy. Some people criticized her for using the anointing water in public. We aren’t sure what purpose that water served. Perhaps it’s...
510,Keletso Thobega,phpA3BD.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
In this week paper
26 May 2015
Rollers Bounce Back With Gunners Rout
Goals from captain, Sekhana Koko, Segolame Boy, Jerome Ramatlhakwana and Gofaone Tiro were enough to condemn Gunners to defeat. The Lobatse side replied through Mosimanegape Ntwaetsile and Thabiso Mabachi. Although they trailed to two quick goals,...
440,Teichler Rankoa,, 26 May 2015
Rampant BDF IX Maul Police
Actually the match was stopped before time at bottom five when mercy rule was applied to save Police IX. Jurry Manaka opened the flood gates for BDF IX when he registered the first inning. This saw BDF IX scoring four runs and it became clear...
438,Lekopanye Mooketsi,, 26 May 2015
Tempers Flare At BOKA Meeting
At the end, it was resolved that the committee be dissolved and replaced with an interim leadership. A delegate, Sam Dire accused the committee of turning the association into a ‘cash loan’ as members borrowed themselves money. He said...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Galaxy Silence Fighters
Goareng’s strike in the 80th minute took a deflection off Fighters goalkeeper, Botlhe Moralo. The win sees Galaxy extend their lead at the top as they now have 24points. Galaxy’s first attempt at goal came in the eighth minute but...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
TAFIC, Kazungula In Stalemate
However TAFIC coach Atshele Molapi will draw some positives from the way the team played. For the first time in as many matches the hosts showed varlour and creativity. Upfront debutant striker Allen Dewere showed hunger and predatory instincts...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Chiefs keep up Pressure
Chiefs had to withstand swelling waves of attacks to cling on to a precious victory, which keeps them three points off the pace. Veteran striker, Onalethata ‘OT’ Tshekiso’s brace was enough to earn Mike Sithole’s charges all...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Chiefs keep up Pressure
Chiefs had to withstand swelling waves of attacks to cling on to a precious victory, which keeps them three points off the pace. Veteran striker, Onalethata ‘OT’ Tshekiso’s brace was enough to earn Mike Sithole’s charges all...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
No Fireworks, Little Sparks Of Excitement At My Star
Contestants in the popular television show have a reputation of faltering when least expected. If early signs are anything to go by, both the studio and the home audience should expect some thrilling moments in weeks to come. Among the...
413,Chippa Legodimo,phpD5D.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Gabs get your taste buds ready
Nakasaki 42 and Liquor Boss will be bringing the first ever food festival, which will feature over 60 countries from across the globe. More than 15,000 people are expected to throng the festival. Already Facebook is abuzz with the event, and...
46613,Ulla Setswalo,, 26 May 2015
Motswafere ditches his feminine look
“It is demeaning to be called a diva, but at that time it was appropriate because of the dance moves and attitude I had. Extreme feminism does not appeal to me any more that part of my life is slowly hitting the breaks,” said the musician...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Fondo Fire, Scar fire up the crowd at the Hot Pants Party
Mixing his own composition from his album and other artist ‘s work the slim DJ quickly stamped his authority as he took the crowd on an exciting 45 minutes musical journey that solicited claps and cheers. As if that was not enough rapper Scar...
413,Chippa Legodimo,phpD5D.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Welcome Blue Train
We hope this is not just a market survey by the Botswana Railways to find out the true cost of the trains, but a display of a serious intention to return the passenger train that was stopped in 2009. According to the adverts, Botswana Railways is...
540,Monitor Editor,, 26 May 2015
Syntek Xtreme Fuel Treatment - Where Is The Evidence That It Works?
One says: “Extreme Fuel Treatment is here. No more spending in Fuel. Save your money and place an order with [XXX]. You can also join to become a distributor and start making lots of money.” Another says simply that: “our product...
48722,Consumer Watchdog,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 11:20:00, 26 May 2015
BURS loses P1m to cigarette smuggling
In a recently released 2013 annual report, BURS decried that smuggling and non-declaration of goods has resulted in lost revenue, estimated at P947,916 from duties and taxes charged on cigarettes in the year. In the period, BURS seized 167 master...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
ABC delists from BSE
In a statement the company said that as of January 26, 2015, ABC Holdings Limited Shareholders would no longer be able to trade their shares on the BSE. The final settlement date is January 29, 2015. The delisting follows the takeover by the pan...
26 May 2015
Symphony Health Launches Pregnancy Medical Benefit
Launching the product on Thursday, Symphony Health Medical Aid Chief Executive Rose Tatedi said they are looking at the pregnancy cover from a different perspective as they provide a cover of up to P350,000 for expecting mothers and the...
445,Keikantse Lesemela,phpF8B6.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Choppies to enter Tanzania
Site identification is ongoing in the country and operations should commence in the second half of the current financial year. Choppies was established nearly 15 years ago and since then has grown from two locations to more than 120 outlets in...
26 May 2015
Mascom invest P20m in Kitsong Centres
The 10 brought to 81 the total number of centres operating in 81 villages across Botswana. In his keynote address, the Minister of Transport and Communications Tshenolo Mabeo said “one very important and interesting aspect about this project...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
It Takes Two To Tango Tshireletso
She said that it takes two to tango and that she blames men for buying sex because for every prostitute at work there is a ‘John’ that is paying for sex. Her call for regulation of brothels and legalisation of prostitution, earned her...
438,Lekopanye Mooketsi,, 26 May 2015
No Moono On Social Media
Speaking during the launch of council candidate for Moshupa West Olebogeng Sethibe last Saturday, Rammidi said the issue of opposition cooperation with Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) would be discussed at the right forum which is the party...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
UDC wants Goodhope
The BDP and Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) will be battling it out at the weekend in the election re-run following a tie during the General Elections. Speaking at the well attended launch over the weekend at the bus rank, the area MP...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Domkgrag drum up for votes in Goodhope
Molao knelt down before the crowd that attended the rally asking forgiveness on behalf of his Party. “Re a le kopa Barolong re itshwareleng ha ele gore re le hoseditse. Thupa e le re biditseng ka yone e botlhoko thata. Re kopa gore re boe re...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Four perish in road collision
He said the accident involved a Toyota Allex and Nissan UD truck that collided along the A3 road (Francistown/Nata) at around 6am. Kesupile said that the Toyota Allex had four people, two females and two males whilst the truck had only one person....
434,Pini Bothoko,php3A86.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
COA reserves Khama, BOFEPUSU judgement
This case emanated from Justice Michael Leburu’s ruling that last year’s four percent wage hike by government would not stop the federation from bargaining for a higher increase or seek redress through a normal court process, rather than...
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Motswana jets off to help in Sierra Leone Ebola outbreak
Prior to his departure, Mbulawa – a professional nurse based in the Western Cape – trained for weeks under the tutelage of the United Nations and a South African NGO, Right to Care. The team, comprising one medical doctor and about 10...
422,Mbongeni Mguni,php1604.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Unionists rights judgement next month
The rights included the secondment of employees to union offices. Moroka declared government’s termination unlawful and set it aside saying there had been a clear violation of the principle of audi alteram partem or ‘hearing the other...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
JC Results Improve But
The slight increase is unnoticeable beause due to the fact that there has been an increase in the number of candidates as compared to the previous year. According to the Botswana Examinations Council (BEC), a total of 40, 559 candidates wrote the...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Sentencing today for dog style rapist
Ananias was convicted for raping the complainant at some thickets at the Francistown Golf Course adjacent to Area A on September 1, 2012. Passing judgment Basupi said the victim was raped while returning from Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) where she...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Motorist drags smash and grab thief
The thief was found by paramedics badly injured from his criminal attempt, as scores of onlookers enjoyed the spectacle.
26 May 2015
Visitor exposes Marina as death-trap
The visitor, Gontle Kwelo would later chronicle his shocking discovery on his Facebook page which soon went viral as close to 400 people had shared his Facebook post, which also attracted close to 300 likes by the weekend. In a rare...
410,Monkagedi Gaothobogwe,phpAA57.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Nature Has A Great Sense Of Humour...
My first reaction; I felt hot and within seconds I then started felling cold. My motherly instincts took over I immediately put myself in this mother’s shoes. Not surprisingly, the report goes on to state that the couple were stunned...
8264,Tumie Modise,php9215.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Nature Has A Great Sense Of Humour...
My first reaction; I felt hot and within seconds I then started felling cold. My motherly instincts took over I immediately put myself in this mother’s shoes. Not surprisingly, the report goes on to state that the couple were stunned...
8264,Tumie Modise,php9215.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
The Telecomms Corporation No One Responsible and No One to Blame
The last rainless week began, for me, with a fortunately rare visit to Bokamoso Hospital. The only people who go to hospitals by choice are those who are visiting friends and relatives who are patients. The rest of us go when we have no choice...
2709,Sandy Grant,php13A2.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
In Friday's paper
26 May 2015
BONA turns to invitational tourney
BONA president, Tebogo Lebotse-Sebego, said Zimbabwe, Zambia, Tanzania and Swaziland have confirmed their participation and join the hosts for the tournament, which ends next week Wednesday. She said the invitational tournament is a great...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Riders ready to roll
Jwaneng, 160 kilometers south west of Gaborone will for the second time host the desert race, commonly known as Mmantshwabise. Fans will descend on the mining town to witness drivers and riders battle for the ultimate prize of gaining automatic...
475,Correspondent,, 26 May 2015
Curtain draws on Bolofetes 21year journey
The 36-year-old Bolofete said he feels it’s time to leave the sport while he is still energetic. “I have been playing football at high level for a long time now and I think this is the right time to make way for upcoming players to...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 26 May 2015
Serowe, the cradle of football talent
The impressive form of both sides brings to four, the number of teams from the Central district that will use the Serowe stadium as their home ground. Palapye’s Motlakase Power Dynamos and BR Highlanders of Mahalapye, who complete the...
1206,James Kgosi,, 26 May 2015
BVF wants dialogue over constituency league
President Ian Khama, as a mechanism to keep unemployed youth off the streets, introduced the initiative. However, the BVF argues players continue to leave mainstream volleyball in pursuit of financial gains offered by the constituency...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Tough competition expected at Desert Race
The Toyota team, which scooped the top three positions last year is expected to face tough competition from the Ford, Nissan and the BMW X3 teams. Botswana Motor Sports (BMS) president, Simon Modisaemang, said that it was hard to predict the winner...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
First Division South acts after meagre gate takings
This comes after the league revealed that it had raised only P1, 300 in gate takings from all the 264 games throughout season. FDSL treasurer Thebetsile Mokgwa told Mmegi Sport that they would introduce the scheme next season with the intention to...
26 May 2015
Star fails to shine because of revenge
This has become the norm for action lovers, and also because his films are always driven by meaningful yet violent themes such as human trafficking, abuse, organised crime and so forth. He is back and this time he is driven by revenge. With regard...
46405,Bakang Israel,, 26 May 2015
Serowe braces for art and crafts market day
The event takes place at the old Western Primary School, which has been turned into a youth centre. The event will be held at the end of every month and the organisers are hopeful that interest in the arts in the region will grow following the...
413,Chippa Legodimo,phpD5D.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Health Generation the juicy lane
From a distance juice and smoothie bar, Health Generation looks like any other goodies store, but once you move closer, everything changes. The lime green walls, fruits displayed on the counter and the fresh fruity aroma will quickly entice you to...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
La Fete de la Musique moves to Molapo Piazza
The international annual event, which is celebrated in more than 120 countries, was initiated in 1982 by French minister Jack Lang. Alliance Francaise has been organising the event in Botswana for the past 12 years. “As much as we have...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Nigma and Ncinci serve comedy on a silver platter
The event dubbed does this taste funny to you, takes place every second Thursday of the month at Ncinci’s house in the Village. “Upon discovering that we shared the same interests, we decided that every second Thursday of every month we...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Empower Dikgosi to impact change
Before him, it was Kgosi Tawana Moremi who left the House to join the ruling party Botswana Democratic Party before joining rival Botswana Movement for Democracy. A few years earlier, Kgosi Kgafela II refused to go to Ntlo ya Dikgosi on grounds that...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 26 May 2015
Mob justice
26 May 2015
The case for an official Presidential Photographer
On Tuesday, the Office of the President’s official Facebook page posted eight images of President Ian Khama’s state visit to France, where he toured the French Army Museum and Napoleon’s tomb this week. The pictures were re-shared...
423,Thalefang Charles,phpAA56.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Escaping cruel irony in Ngamiland
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) administrator, Helen Clarke came bearing gifts for the battle-weary residents of Ngamiland during her recent visit. Namely a shiny, new Sustainable Land Management (SLM) project which aims to defuse the...
433,Boniface Keakabetse,, 26 May 2015
Sisters doing it for themselves
Whether as a result of divorce, death of spouse or by choice, many women are finding themselves alone without the traditional male breadwinners to take care of affairs. Besides this, the strides made by activists over the years have empowered...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Plight of street children haunts outgoing Council Secretary
Despite the achievements he made in implementing a number of projects, Molepolole regrets that the township is still grappling with the numbers of street children who roam the shopping complexes in search of leftover food. He said in terms of GDC...
8171,Leinanyana Tsiane,, 26 May 2015
Beggars on streets of diamonds
The problem of squatting has grown in leaps and bounds since the establishment of Jwaneng Township 34 years ago. Annually, hundreds of people make the pilgrimage to the mining town with hopes of securing employment at the mine or associated...
46713,Lebogang Baingapi,, 26 May 2015
Ntlo ya Dikgosi should be our House of Lords
We use the First-Past-the-Post electoral system, which allows the party with majority elected members to automatically take government. Assuming power is irrespective of the percentage of voters the majority party gets, as all it needs is 50...
404,Bame Piet,phpB30D.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Khama declares drought
1. Following the Drought and Household Food Security Outlook conducted from the 23rd March to 10th April 2015, findings of the assessment indicate that there was a significant decline in the rainfall distribution. This was coupled with scorching heat...
475,Correspondent,, 26 May 2015
Debt capital markets set to gain momentum
The analyst, Ikanyeng Segonetso, said before the financial crisis, regulators moved in swiftly to draft rules and regulations intended to make the banking industry safer and more resilient to unexpected economic conditions. He stated in his research...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Things to avoid
Hire purchase is one of the worst ways to buy anything. The only thing I can think of that’s worse is borrowing money from a money-lender in order to buy things. But hire purchase comes a close second. The biggest problem is not actually that...
48722,Consumer Watchdog,, 26 May 2015
BMC raises prices to boost throughput
On Monday, the abattoir issued an announcement stating that the incentive will bring more compliant cattle supply to the Lobatse plant. In an interview with BusinessWeek, public relations and communications manager, Brian Dioka said BMC currently...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
BPOPF shake -up boosts banks liquidity
Earlier in the year, the Bank of Botswana was forced to release P2.3 billion into the banking system, following a liquidity crunch caused by years of unsustainably high credit growth set against stagnant deposits growth. The BPOPF, which holds a...
406,Brian Benza,phpE652.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Fifa president Blatter says he did not resign
But, according to Swiss newspaper Blick, Blatter told a party at a Fifa museum: "I did not resign. I put myself and my office in the hands of the Fifa congress." Blatter is thought to be considering standing for re-election as president. Two...
475,Correspondent,, 26 May 2015
New P300m Hilton hotel set for CBD
The 148-roomed hotel, that is expected to take 18 months to build, is a partnership between BPOPF, M3 (Pty) Ltd, Hilton Brand Worldwide and Fleming Asset Management. The M3 Company has developed the designs of the building while the Fleming Asset...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
World Bank invests $1bn in Gabs roads
The money will be used for construction of intersection roads in the city. Gaborone mayor Kagiso Thutlwe said their intention is to improve road traffic management, especially during peak hours. “The tender documents to procure the...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
World Bank invests $1bn in Gabs roads
The money will be used for construction of intersection roads in the city. Gaborone mayor Kagiso Thutlwe said their intention is to improve road traffic management, especially during peak hours. “The tender documents to procure the...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Tempers flare at public transport meeting
As public transport increasingly becomes a nightmare in the capital, characterised by congestion and daunting delays, the Ministry of Transport and Communications has engaged an international advisory urban transport consultancy firm - CPCS, in a...
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Mom in tears as she meets accused killer
The 50-year-old Neelo Kgosikwena yesterday came face-to-face with the man accused of killing her two children after he torched the house they were sleeping in. Several times, the Gaborone High Court Judge, Justice Sigh Walia had to adjourn...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Govt tricks Mwale in ARV case
The appeal was made a day after the judgment. On Monday, Attorney Chuchuchu Nchunga Nchunga, wrote to prisoner Gift Mwale’s lawyers requesting a meeting, which he said, was in order for the government to comply with Judge Key Dingake judgment...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Deputy head misses jail time by a whisker
Magistrate Segametsi Basinyi said that Kgosiesele saved the court time and therefore she extended mercy by being lenient on him. According to the charge sheet, Kgosiesele, 54, was arrested on the May 28, 2014 at Marakanelo Avenue in Jwaneng, driving...
46713,Lebogang Baingapi,, 26 May 2015
BDP councillor suspended for misconduct
The suspension, which was effected last Friday, paved way for internal investigations to begin. BDP secretary general Mpho Balopi confirmed the suspension. “Like any other organisation, BDP has a way of running its political...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Butales 100-point reform agenda for BDP
In his manifesto passed to Mmegi, Butale assured BDP members that he had a full proof plan to turnaround fortunes of the ruling party. “The BDP has arrived at a crossroads. A decision has to be made by the membership whether to reform the...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Botswana implicated in FIFA corruption
Kushatha Ndibi, an investigative journalist with e-Botswana was tasked with unearthing corruption around the two bids, which have seen the arrest of high profile former and sitting FIFA members. She was contracted over a three-year period, from 2010...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Ndibis journey into the intricate world of investigation
She spent part of her life working in South Africa and was handed a gargantuan task when the Americans asked her to assist expose corruption at FIFA. At the centre of the investigations was the awarding of the 2018 and 2022 World Cup bids to Russia...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
An open letter to SAFA president
I was humbled by your humility and down-to- earth personality. I could not pick up any pomp in you, but instead saw someone who is smart and thorough in his job. It is now on record that you did an exceptional good job as chief executive...
8262,Dennis Keagile,phpE65F.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Poetavango short story competition
They do not like the conditions that they live in, so they get busy trying to create the world that they want and I seriously respect that. This year they are taking another welcome step toward improving the situation for writers in...
52205,Lauri Kubuitsile,php7D1E.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Mammoth task for Statutory Bodies and State Enterprise Committee
Monday before it resumes again sometimes in August. The eight member committee, chaired by Tati East Member of Parliament (MP) Guma Moyo, examined books of accounts of three parastatals; Water Utilities Corporation, Botswana Power Corporation and...
47877,Dithapelo Keorapetse,phpDED0.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Long live the King, long live Mogomela
Such words were relevant when taking into account the fact that he was an ailing president. Seretse dominated the news headlines on radio and the two newspapers that existed at the time in Mmegi and Daily News. He was often off sick and would dash...
481,Richard Moleofe,phpE31.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
The truth behind the Legend of the Minotaur
The collated story strikes right at the heart of our religiosity and resolves the enigma of why the God of Israel appeared so cruel to his Chosen, the Israelites, yet, at the same time, was lovingly called “the Merciful One”. Actually,...
2213,L M Leteane,phpFA0D.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
In Thursday paper
26 May 2015
Top Five
A comedian tries to make it as a serious actor when his reality-TV star fiancée talks him into broadcasting their wedding on her TV show.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Home
Oh, an alien on the run from his own people, lands on Earth and makes friends with the adventurous Tip, who is on a quest of her own.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Danny Collins
An aging rock star decides to change his life when he discovers a 40-year old letter written to him by John Lennon.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Insurgent
Beatrice Prior must confront her inner demons and continue her fight against a powerful alliance which threatens to tear her society apart with the help from others on her side.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Focus
In the midst of veteran con man Nicky's latest scheme, a woman from his past - now an accomplished femme fatale - shows up and throws his plans for a loop.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Home
Oh, an alien on the run from his own people, lands on Earth and makes friends with the adventurous Tip, who is on a quest of her own.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Top Five
A comedian tries to make it as a serious actor when his reality-TV star fiancée talks him into broadcasting their wedding on her TV show.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Insurgent
Beatrice Prior must confront her inner demons and continue her fight against a powerful alliance which threatens to tear her society apart with the help from others on her side.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Focus
In the midst of veteran con man Nicky's latest scheme, a woman from his past - now an accomplished femme fatale - shows up and throws his plans for a loop.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Home
Oh, an alien on the run from his own people, lands on Earth and makes friends with the adventurous Tip, who is on a quest of her own.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Top Five
A comedian tries to make it as a serious actor when his reality-TV star fiancée talks him into broadcasting their wedding on her TV show.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Insurgent
Beatrice Prior must confront her inner demons and continue her fight against a powerful alliance which threatens to tear her society apart with the help from others on her side.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Focus
In the midst of veteran con man Nicky's latest scheme, a woman from his past - now an accomplished femme fatale - shows up and throws his plans for a loop.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Kingsman: The Secret Service
A spy organization recruits an unrefined, but promising street kid into the agency's ultra-competitive training program just as a global threat emerges from a twisted tech genius.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
LAHISA games to attract 2,000 participants
The teams that will take in the event are Kanye Council, Lobatse, Ramotswa, Tlokweng, Mogoditshane, Palapye, Serowe, Bobonong, Gaborone, Chobe, Jwaneng, Mochudi, Ghanzi, Francistown, Selebi-Phikwe, Sowa, Tutume, Tsabong, Mabutsane, Ngwaketsi Land...
49078,Tumelo Mouwane,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 08:56:00, 26 May 2015
Judokas target five medals in Swaziland
The squad has five cadets - three boys and two girls; five junior boys, one junior girl; four seniors - two girls and two boys. Team manager, Patricia Nthibo said the Judokas are eager to perform well. “Players are anticipating positive...
49078,Tumelo Mouwane,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 08:56:00, 26 May 2015
First Division contest shifts to second spot
Galaxy need just one point from the last two matches to finish top of the First Division South League and clinch qualification after beating relegated Gantsi Terrors last weekend. The star-studded side has been doing well following the merger of two...
411,Boitumelo Khutsafalo,phpCD8F.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Dissolving BNSC holds crucial meeting
The BNSC is expected to pave way for the establishment of Botswana National Sports Commission (BNSC) when the new Sports Act comes into effect next month. BNSC chairperson, Solly Reikeletseng described today’s meeting as important with...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Senyaka is no more
The artiste, known for hits such as Fong Kong and Chesa Mpama, was planning on releasing a new album in a near future, according to South African media. Senyaka was very popular within the Southern African region. His recent visit to Botswana was in...
413,Chippa Legodimo,phpD5D.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Zen Promotions to extend tour beyond Botswana
Zen Promotions, which recently signed Eskimos and Juju boy to their artist management team, will share their Southern African marketing and tour schedule very soon. The company’s executive promoter, Zenzele Hirschfeld said they wanted to grow...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 09:39:00, 26 May 2015
Amo resurfaces with Where stars hide
“Where stars hide; talks about overcoming life circumstances that one faces in life, generally it talks about a transition,” said the songstress. The track is a single from her upcoming album, which she has not yet named, that is coming...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
The Hamptons Jazz Festival is here
This however doesn’t come as a surprise. With a rich line up boasting international and local stars the event was bound to create a lot of excitement. This show mixes history with the present bringing back old memories of Zwakala by Ray Phiri...
413,Chippa Legodimo,phpD5D.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Botswana urged to benchmark on Japans economic model
This was said by Afrijapan-Africasia international cooperation Asia-Pacific Region director, Liu Yang at a development partnership conference held in Gaborone this week under the theme ‘change the mentality to transform the economy of...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
BCL mine on a journey to develop leaders
Speaking during the graduation ceremony for 34 BCL employees, who were studying at the University of Johannesburg under the leadership development programme (LDP) on Tuesday, Mahupela said the mine has embarked on a journey to build leaders that are...
403,Onalenna Kelebeile,, 26 May 2015
Low inflation offers scope for property investment
The Central Bank last month reduced the bank rate by a percentage point to a 25 year low of 6.5 percent as inflation also fell to a four decade year low of 2.8 percent in February from 3.6 percent in January. The slowing down of price increases,...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
SPEDU plans to set up land banks
SPEDU’s acting Chief Executive Officer, Montle Phuthego said that while the issue of land banks is crucial, the Ministry of Lands and the Land Boards are concerned with allocated land that is never developed and used or fully used for the...
403,Onalenna Kelebeile,, 26 May 2015
Low ISPAAD uptake in horticulture
Out of 153 horticultural farmers assisted countrywide, only 10 are from the area, an official from Ministry of Agriculture Onkemetse Gaebope has said. The deputy district agriculture coordinator told the Selebi-Phikwe Enterprise Development Unit...
403,Onalenna Kelebeile,, 26 May 2015
Hiking spots closed to pave way for bus rank
Speaking during the media conference on the opening of the new Palapye bus/taxi rank, the chief civil and mechanical officer under Palapye Administration Authority’s roads department, Boitumelo Keikitse said that the hiking spots had been...
45705,Bonte Seepi,, 26 May 2015
A call to toughen cyber crime laws
General Counsel in the Office of the President, Advocate Abraham Keetshabe said cyber attacks can destroy the economy of any country and halt the provision of basic services. Speaking at the cyber security and internet summit that was held in...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Smelly drain water haunts Gaborone residents
The councillor said the people are not happy about the water and he understands their fury. “I would also not be happy to be living in their situation. We don’t know where some of the water comes from and I have tried to consult Water...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Declaration of assets stirs Parly again
Responding to a question on slow criminal justice processes on Tuesday, Kgathi had said there was no need for a specific law as senior public officials were already declaring their assets to their constitutional principals. “Regarding the...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Gaborone darkness worries Cllrs
Their call followed city mayor Kagiso Thutlwe’s revelation on Monday that this year, the Gaborone City Council had invested P23,630,000 to maintain the municipality’s electrical infrastructure. Debating on the mayor’s speech...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Government may stop cattle culling Molao
Speaking to Mmegi after addressing the North West District Council (NWDC) this week, Molao said that cattle eradication is a painful and very costly exercise. Addressing the NWDC, councillors expressed the view that the government is deliberately...
433,Boniface Keakabetse,, 26 May 2015
BLLAHWU decries relocation of primary healthcare
“DHMTs heads are powerless and thus mere messengers conveying messages to headquarters,” he said. Motshegwa said the state of clinics left a lot to be desired. He termed the movement from the Ministry of Local Government and Rural...
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
UB student challenges politics ban in court
Yesterday morning attorney Kabo Motswagole filed the notice of motion on behalf of Setlhomo Tshwanelang against the UB and attorney Parks Tafa in his capacity as the UB Council chairperson. Tshwanelang is a second year UB student and a candidate in...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Sebina denies knowing deceased
However he told the court yesterday that he does not know how the deceased’s body landed in his warehouse. He said on the day the deceased was discovered, he was travelling with Stimela and Nkuna from Malotwane to use an ATM in Mochudi, where...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
The President can be sued LSB
Rantao, who is leading a team of lawyers representing the Law Society of Botswana (LSB) in challenging a decision by President Ian Khama to reject Omphemetse Motumise’s appointment to the bench of the High Court, told a press briefing that the...
404,Bame Piet,phpB30D.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Churches Bill adopted
Justifying the reduction of members needed to form a religious organisation, Minister of Labour and Home Affairs, Edwin Batshu said suggestions that the number was too high motivated this decision. “The motivation is from the debate that the...
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
UB council has lost the plot
The Council says it worries that student would be radicalised if they were to campaign along national politics of Botswana Democratic Party, Umbrella for Democratic Change and Botswana Congress Party. How ridiculous! This is an ill-advised move, for...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 26 May 2015
Looking for a nude minister
I am more in love with our parliament, and that is why I have purchased a tent, on hire purchase albeit, just to set up a camp at the National Assembly backyard to get a glimpse of this nude minister. I hope that the security guards will not give me...
404,Bame Piet,phpB30D.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
In Tuesday's paper
26 May 2015
Masole gets FIDE title
The competition was held from April 18 to 25. According to the Botswana Chess Federation (BCF) spokesperson, Keenese Katisenge, the World Chess Federation (WCF) approved BCF title application recently. She said Masole’s achievement means...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Local athletes deliver at Sports View meet
The tournament was used as a qualifier for the Southern Region Senior Champs, All Africa Games and World Champs respectively. Local stars, Nijel Amos, Baboloki Thebe, Karabo Sibanda, Leungo Matlhaku and Tsaone Sebele won their respective...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Zebras serve Bafana cold revenge
The rising noise was a clumsy attempt at intimidating Zebras goalkeeper, Kabelo Dambe as Botswana handed South Africa a 7-6 defeat in the quarterfinals of the COSAFA Challenge Cup. It appeared Dambe had been sedated as he collapsed in...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Contrabandits debut at Jazz X Change
The newly formed band, which consist of experienced musicians from different backgrounds: Mandiswa Mabutho, Tebogo ‘Debbie with a T’, percussionist Sebabatso, Boski Senwelo, vocalist-cum-guitarist Tafadzwa ‘Tafnaz’ Nazare and...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Clap N Tap Choirs of Botswana to tour Lesotho, SA
CCB will make their first stop at SABOLE (South African (SA), Botswana and Lesotho) in Lesotho when they leave on Friday. Once there 78 members are expected to perform at Lehakoe Recreational Centre Hall the next day. According to CCB...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Gabs Sunday Jazz has new address
The restaurant has recently started to host the Gabz fm’s Joy of Jazz Fusion with Uncle Shima Monageng every Sunday. Last Sunday was the birthday jam session of Botswana’s legend guitarist, John Selolwane. Bra John, as he is...
423,Thalefang Charles,phpAA56.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Botswana should adopt Mandela Rules
According to a recent statement from Amnesty International, the Mandela Rules include extensive revisions and additions to the UN’s Standard Minimum Rules for the Treatment of Prisoners, which date back to 1955. It is expected, according to...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 26 May 2015
FCC close to impounding undeveloped plots-Muzila
She revealed that over 1,265 plots remain undeveloped in the city with Gerald Estates accounting for more undeveloped plots with 1,168. Most of the plots have surpassed their two-year development period, according to the mayor. She explained that...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Preps completed for Kgoshi Moapare IVs enthronement
Inauguration organising committee spokesperson, Phillip Tlhage said preparations were almost completed while the programme for the day has also been finalised. Tlhage told Mmegi that the inauguration would take place on May 29 followed by a...
432,Zolani Kraai,, 26 May 2015
BCP calls on Khama to tackle power and water crisis
Speaking during a press conference yesterday, Saleshando said Khama must address the nation on the crisis and set up an ‘Emergency National Steering Committee’ comprising stakeholders such as the business community, labour movement as...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
WUC debt exacerbates SPTC financial woes
The council has received correspondence to the fact that though the request is being looked into, there is no guarantee that additional funding would be granted from the Ministry of Finance. In an attempt to keep afloat, the local authority is...
403,Onalenna Kelebeile,, 26 May 2015
State witness accuses defence of forcing him to lie
The Princess Marina employee, 52-year-old Othusitse Molaabatho recently before the Gaborone High Court, accused defence attorney Kgosiitsile Ngakaagae of forcing him to lie. Molaabatho succumbed to pressure under cross-examination from Ngakaagae...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Dikgonnye settlement host candlelight commemoration
This was said by the Dikgonnye Primary School Head, Sebilo Motlhaping, when addressing the residents Friday night. The small settlement came to a standstill on the night of this year’s candlelight commemoration, in remembrance of people living...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Poaching, selling of illegal bush-meat on the rise
This illegal game meat market is fed from the high incidence of poaching in some parts of the country, said the chief accounting officer for ministry of Environment, Wildlife and Tourism Elias Magosi. “Our ministry has found out that there are...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
BLLAHWU denied right to deduct members dues- Motshegwa
In his affidavit, Motshegwa said for the purposes of collecting subscriptions levies and other union dues, the government, in 2005 extended to them the use of deduction codes, which enabled the union to collect subscriptions dues and levies directly...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Tebelopele, Gabz fm tussle in court
Both TVCT and Gabz fm told court that they would resolve the matter outside the courtroom, and if they reached an agreement, they would draft a consent order and deliver it to court in due time. If the two parties fail to agree, the trial will...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Education ministry woes far from over
Challenges reign supreme in collections processes for MoESD, which intends to tighten tertiary sponsorship contracts as well as lobby for a legislation to enable information gathering from third parties. Currently, attempts to access...
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Failure of youth businesses worries NEDC councilors
At a recent full council meeting, councilors bemoaned the low success rate of the youth enterprises, adding that action had to be taken to ensure young people invest into the success of the businesses. NEDC Chairperson, Florah Mpetsane said many...
434,Pini Bothoko,php3A86.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Liquidity squeeze halves BoBs interest expenses
Due to a prolonged period of rapid credit growth, which was ushered in by the central bank’s cap on BoBCs, commercial banks last year found themselves short of loanable funds with their total investments in the mopping instruments often falling...
406,Brian Benza,phpE652.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
StanChart focuses on business clients
Speaking at a breakfast meeting yesterday, the bank’s global head of segments, retail clients, Euan Campbell said Standard Chartered could help businesses build trading links for imports and exports, and cross-border cash...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Khama travels to Washington to attend CI meeting
His Excellency the President will be expected to give some reflections on the efforts that the Government of the Republic of Botswana has undertaken to ensure prosperity for all through natural resource management. In particular, the President will...
475,Correspondent,, 26 May 2015
Stompies launch flops
On a weekend littered with live shows around the town, revellers had a tough choice ahead of a night of entertainment. Could the low turnout have been as a result of the young musician’s long absence from the scene, or perhaps the fact that...
413,Chippa Legodimo,phpD5D.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Gabs Sunday Jazz has new address
The restaurant has recently started to host the Gabz fm’s Joy of Jazz Fusion with Uncle Shima Monageng every Sunday. Last Sunday was the birthday jam session of Botswana’s legend guitarist, John Selolwane. Bra John, as he is...
423,Thalefang Charles,phpAA56.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Tladi are cricket champions
Waseem Tajbhay top scored with 43 to lead his side to victory. Captain Nabil Master and Karabo Motlhanka each scored 25runs. Vimal Joseph was the man of the match with four wickets for 14runs. Tladi won the toss and elected to bat with...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Who of the two, Zimbabwe and South Africa needs another liberation?
President Ian Khama, according to media reports, was alleged to have stormed out of the SADC meeting chaired by his boss His Excellency President Robert Mugabe, chairman of SADC, after giving a dressing down to fellow heads of state for...
2208,Michael Dingake,phpFF67.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Zebras
26 May 2015
Lets address the issue NOT too much the individuals
The main cause of the fall-out was the apparent contradiction between what Paul did and said and what the Association did and said. The major bone of contention is why some key Under 23 players were to be with the senior team at the COSAFA Cup while...
506,Thuso Palai,php69A9.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
In Thursday Paper
26 May 2015
Spectre
A cryptic message from Bond's past sends him on a trail to uncover a sinister organization. While M battles political forces to keep the secret service alive, Bond peels back the layers of deceit to reveal the terrible truth behind SPECTRE.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
No Escape
In their new overseas home, an American family soon finds themselves caught in the middle of a coup, and they frantically look for a safe escape from an environment where foreigners are being immediately executed.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2
As the war of Panem escalates to the destruction of other districts by the Capitol, Katniss Everdeen, the reluctant leader of the rebellion, must bring together an army against President Snow, while all she holds dear hangs in the balance.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Beaten, but not embarrassed
We are no longer a walk in the park for many sides, who used to hammer us. Just last week we were knocked out of the Russia2018 World Cup qualifiers. We put up a spirited performance against the more fancied Mali who beat us by a narrow margin over...
506,Thuso Palai,php69A9.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
How to Make Love Like an Englishman
A drama about a Cambridge poetry professor who begins to re-evaluate his life of Byronic excess.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Spectre
A cryptic message from Bond's past sends him on a trail to uncover a sinister organization. While M battles political forces to keep the secret service alive, Bond peels back the layers of deceit to reveal the terrible truth behind SPECTRE.
50929,Sonny Serite,, 26 May 2015
He Named Me Malala
A look at the events leading up to the Taliban's attack on Pakistani schoolgirl, Malala Yousafzai, for speaking out on girls' education followed by the aftermath, including her speech to the United Nations.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2
As the war of Panem escalates to the destruction of other districts by the Capitol, Katniss Everdeen, the reluctant leader of the rebellion, must bring together an army against President Snow, while all she holds dear hangs in the balance.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
How to Make Love Like an Englishman
A drama about a Cambridge poetry professor who begins to re-evaluate his life of Byronic excess.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
War Room
A seemingly perfect family looks to fix their problems with the help of Miss Clara, an older, wiser woman.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
No Escape
In their new overseas home, an American family soon finds themselves caught in the middle of a coup, and they frantically look for a safe escape from an environment where foreigners are being immediately executed.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Spectre
A cryptic message from Bond's past sends him on a trail to uncover a sinister organization. While M battles political forces to keep the secret service alive, Bond peels back the layers of deceit to reveal the terrible truth behind SPECTRE.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2
As the war of Panem escalates to the destruction of other districts by the Capitol, Katniss Everdeen, the reluctant leader of the rebellion, must bring together an army against President Snow, while all she holds dear hangs in the balance.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
How to Make Love Like an Englishman
A drama about a Cambridge poetry professor who begins to re-evaluate his life of Byronic excess.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Goosebumps
A teenager teams up with the daughter of young adult horror author R. L. Stine after the writer's imaginary demons are set free on the town of Madison, Delaware.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Goosebumps
A teenager teams up with the daughter of young adult horror author R. L. Stine after the writer's imaginary demons are set free on the town of Madison, Delaware.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Hotel Transylvania 2
Dracula and his friends try to bring out the monster in his half human, half vampire grandson in order to keep Mavis from leaving the hotel.
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
False start for Team Francistown
The ceremony was supposed to have been hosted by the Francistown City Council at the civic centre on Tuesday afternoon. However, the athletes and the mayor did not turn up. Francistown will host the Botswana Games from December 5. Francistown City...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 26 May 2015
Reikeletseng chosen HeForShe ambassador
HeForShe is a solidarity movement for gender equality to engage men and boys as advocates for gender equality and women’s rights. It is an International Working Group on Women and Sport (IWG) initiative. Botswana is home to the IWG until...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 26 May 2015
Police VI out to atone for league disappointment
The ‘Cops’ have a score to settle against Kutlwano after suffering the heartbreak of losing out in the league race on Sunday. Despite setting the pace for almost the entire season, Police VI fumbled when it mattered most and finished in...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Council, Land Board win Kweneng cemetery case
The Gaborone Land tribunal issued a default judgement on Monday in Molepolole in favour of the defendants, the Land Board and Council at the Molepolole Magistrate Court after the complainant absented himself. His lawyers also said they were no longer...
45705,Bonte Seepi,, 26 May 2015
ECCOs Tanzanian star wants out
Banka signed from FC United in Tanzania in the off-season and was involved in ECCO’s pre-season preparations. He also took part in the Francistown Buy ‘n Build pre season tournament. Banka last played for ECCO in their week two game when...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 26 May 2015
Satmos to appeal sentence
The DC on Tuesday ruled that FC Satmos forfeit three points and two goals to Green Lovers for using Takunda who they ruled was improperly registered. They have also been fined P1, 000 for each of two other counts in which they used the player...
411,Boitumelo Khutsafalo,phpCD8F.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Bench clerk, co-accused granted bail
Regional magistrate Mathaka Masilo granted the trio bail on condition that they appear in court whenever they are required to do so. Earlier, Gaborekwe’ s attorney Mishingo Jeremia applied for his client to be granted bail on condition that he...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
DJ Oats resurfaces with Ndini
Ndini is an offering from DJ Oats’ sophomore album House University Year 2, which will be officially released in December. Ndini is a Shona verb similar to ‘It’s Me’ in English. Vocalist Bernadette M Mutangara, who featured...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
HRDC welcomes new board
Launched recently, the new board members have vowed to continue where the old board left. The interim council paved way and set policies and mandates for the HRDC, which took over from the dissolved Tertiary Education Council (TEC). Although HRDC...
662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Council, Land Board win Kweneng cemetery case
The Gaborone Land tribunal issued a default judgement on Monday in Molepolole in favour of the defendants, the Land Board and Council at the Molepolole Magistrate Court after the complainant absented himself. His lawyers also said they were no longer...
54922,Tefo Pheage,phpBCC.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Second annual Yarona FM Awards
The awards were launched last year. The station’s spokesperson, Robin Chivazve said the final preparations for the annual event are already underway. Chivazve told Showbiz that although the lineup for the performances have not been finalised,...
662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Vee declares Happy song for December
The song is the second single from his latest album Supernatural Vol.3 it celebrates his 12 years in the music industry. Unlike his first single Africa, Happy brings a much different feeling and ignites a ‘happy’ festive mood. Like most...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Clap N Tap festival billed for Botlhale
The festival under the theme ‘Taking Clap N’ Tap To The People’ will feature five Clap N’ Tap gospel groups being Baineetseng Ho Jehovah Gospel Choir (Gaborone), Babiditsweng Ke Lentswe Gospel Choir (Gaborone), Setlhoa Sa...
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Council, Land Board win Kweneng cemetery case
The Gaborone Land tribunal issued a default judgement on Monday in Molepolole in favour of the defendants, the Land Board and Council at the Molepolole Magistrate Court after the complainant absented himself. His lawyers also said they were no longer...
54922,Tefo Pheage,phpBCC.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
CIPA cracks down on piracy
The purpose of the raids, according to CIPA communications manager, Marietta Magashula, were to monitor the use of the security device, known as the hologram and to confiscate all non-complying CDs and DVDs by laying charges on culprits. “We...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
SADC senior legal meeting fails to form quorum
The SADC senior legal officials were scheduled to meet in Gaborone for the next three days starting yesterday to develop a Draft Action Plan for consideration and approval by the committee of ministers of justice and attorney generals at their next...
54598,Goitsemodimo Kaelo,php4B2C.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Axed truckers demand P3.5m
The figure is expected to rise as calculations are yet to be made for the other seven employees. This comes after the company failed to respond to the Union’s demand letter that the employees were “overworked” nor were...
54815,Innocent Selatlhwa,php522E.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Tourism Expo billed for Kasane
The Botswana Travel and Tourism Exposition (BTTE), under the auspices of the Botswana Tourism Organisation (BTO), is in its third instalment and this time under the theme, ‘Tourism works for Botswana’. According to BTO chief executive...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
They failed Air Botswana
According to Mabeo they took a decision to part ways with both parties following their failure to come up with a clear turnaround strategy for the ailing national airline. He said that he felt the GM and the board of directors have failed to deliver...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Galane Gold completes acquisition of Galaxy Gold
Galane Gold, which owns the Mupane Gold Mine, located approximately 50 kilometres from Francistown in northeastern Botswana, said it will make an offer to all other shareholders of Galaxy to acquire the remaining shares on economically equivalent...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Lechana power station underway
He said among others transition studies, conceptual moulding of power station, water solution and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) are at an advanced stage. The P6 billion project is expected to address shortage of electricity that has been a...
48624,Lindiwe Mozola,, 26 May 2015
Khama Christmas
26 May 2015
Poor quality of debates in Parliament
A troubling trend is that of cabinet ministers who do not bother to attend to the House to answer questions from the MPs. Since the delivery of the State of the Nation Address (SONA) by President Ian Khama, some ministers have not been attending...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 26 May 2015
Making choices, benefits of long-term goals
It is important to note that long-term goals help us to be proactive in our growth, rather than just aiming for quick wins and quick results. Even though we cannot completely predict the future, the choices we make now have a significant influence...
52766,Victoria Seiketso Sethibe,php4C44.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
The BNF and the October Revolution (Part 2)
For instance, 10 years after the formation of the BNF political study groups, the main strategy for training both BNF social democrats and socialists, could not begin thanks to strong opposition from the ‘progressive’ petty-bourgeois...
475,Correspondent,, 26 May 2015
Botswana is sold for honorary doctorate degree handouts
Today we witness Botswana being sold for less than a dime. The country is virtually being sold in exchange for pieces of paper they call honorary doctorate degrees and silly little fake academic gowns. Surprisingly the honorary PhDs are dished out...
475,Correspondent,, 26 May 2015
New MoESD programme on course
But many are skeptic of the programme dubbed ‘Upskilling and Upscaling’. The plan is to absorb unemployed youth into different institutes of higher learning for different courses ranging from one week to 36 months. The ministry’s...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
In this week's paper
26 May 2015
BDF XI
The stalwarts behind the club’s formation were amongst others, the Retired Senior Army Officers in the likes of Major General B K Oitsile, Colonel F. Katse and Lt Colonel F. Webb and many others. BDF XI is based in Mogoditshane in the...
26 May 2015
BR Highlanders
The founding members were employees of Botswana Railways and the team was first a social club and when the project became bigger it had to affiliate to mainstream football. The club then started campaigning in the then second division...
26 May 2015
Extension Gunners
The team is based in the Peleng location in Lobatse and having been founded in1962, they have three championships to their name as well as three FA Cup honours. Gunners won the league in 1992, 1993 and 1994, a time in which they had the best...
26 May 2015
FC Satmos
The club is popularly known as the Cheetahs (Matotse) and is based in the mining town of Selibe Phikwe. It was formerly called Copper Chiefs and changed to FC Satmos in 1996 after it was agreed that the team be named after the former Zebras goal...
26 May 2015
Toyota overtakes VW to regain lead in vehicle sales
The Japanese carmaker sold 7.5 million in the first three quarters of 2015, beating Volkswagen's 7.43 million and General Motors' 7.2 million. After six months of the year, VW was ahead of Toyota, in pole position for the first time. VW's emissions...
53561,BBC.COM,php2D23.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Gaborone United
United won the Botswana elite league for eight consecutive years from its inception in 1967. Then they won it again in 1984, 1985, 1986, 1990, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 2003 and 2009. They also won the FA Cup in 2012 and the Mascom top 8 in the...
26 May 2015
Gilport Lions
The team went through a transition of late, changing owners, and they have since parted ways with the Botswana Meat Commission as a sponsor. They are a Lobatse-based team and continue to pay their affiliation in the southern district...
26 May 2015
Green Lovers FC
26 May 2015
Jwaneng Galaxy FC
26 May 2015
Miscellaneous SC
26 May 2015
Mochudi Centre Chiefs
The school was named after a missionary woman who was in Botswana and in a bid to commercialize the team, they engaged a company called Ribbon Investments comprising of the Jamal family 60%, Mclean Letshwiti 20% and 10 %Ernest Molome. The...
26 May 2015
Motlakase Dynamos
The club initially enjoyed the support and sponsorship of Botswana Power Corporation until 1992 when BPC ceased to sponsor all sports codes. Motlakase football club became the only active club which managed to sustain itself through member...
26 May 2015
Nico United
Among the founders were Bofelo Majaga and Zacharia Ntsatsi, but the club hasn't had much success in collecting silverware, only managing the then Lions cup in 1986. Nico have more often than not managed top 8 slots in the Botswana...
26 May 2015
Orapa United
The concerns were caused by fragmented human resources, lack of sponsorship, unsustainability of teams in the premier and first division, and the creation of an unhealthy scenario of competition among the Orapa community. There were many...
26 May 2015
Charma charms Chiefs fan
54378,Kennedy Ramokone,, 26 May 2015
Police XI
After the fans, including Police officers, ran rampage in demand of reimbursement, a decision was taken by senior police management to withdraw all police officers from civilian clubs. This was done so that the organization could manage their...
26 May 2015
Sankoyo Bush Bucks
They first played competitively in 2000 and the club has become one of the fastest growing football clubs in the country. Ngurungu is the first club in the Nhabe region to gain promotion to BPL. The club was formed by young boys in the...
26 May 2015
Township Rollers
They are also the best decorated club in the land. They boast of at least 12 league honors dating back to 1979, 1980, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1987, 1995, 2005, 2010, 2011, and 2014. The ‘Blues’ as they are popularly known...
26 May 2015
Super Spar Netball Tourney Gathers Pace
BONA spokesperson, Kealeboga Ramogobya said the tournament is primarily meant to give the young players the opportunity to shine on a big stage. “This tournament is a star tournament. We get to identify future stars,” he said. Ramogobya...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Nico Turn Screws On Gunners
The game started 10 minutes late as supporters were still making their way into the stadium. Once the supporters had settled in, it did not take long for Majombolo fans to celebrate as Khumoetsile Kufigwa gave Nico the lead. The game’s tempo...
52115,Ivy Matlho,, 26 May 2015
Lions Clinch P6 Million Deal
Slim construction manager, Ayanda Letang said the club will receive P2 million per season. In addition, the team received playing kits that included travel wear. Gilport Lions director, Kelesitse Gilika said the sponsorship will go towards the...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Forest, Notwane Duel Ends In Deadlock
The draw leaves Forest at the top with 13 points while Notwane stay second two points adrift. Notwane supporters came out in large numbers with the hope their team would collect maximum points to topple Forest. Notwane sent the first warning as...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Chiefs rolled over
Rollers showed their intentions as early as the 4th minute. However, Carl Finnigan failed to connect Segolame Boy’s low cross in the box. Chiefs then controlled most of the first half with a short-passing game to try and unlock their...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 26 May 2015
Night Of Love And Political Poetry
iDle started the love spread with his cheeky, but beautiful Setswana piece titled ‘Nkine’. In the poem, iDle begs his ‘moroba’ to deep him in love. He says, “Nkine leratong, ke utwe bothitho ja selo”. Kefilwe...
423,Thalefang Charles,phpAA56.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Mophato Relays Botswanas Untold Stories Through Dance
On October 22, the much-awaited Triple Bill show was launched at Maitisong Theatre in Gaborone. The youthful group of creative contemporary dancers started the show on a high note. As the theme states, ‘Embracing 49 Years of...
46613,Ulla Setswalo,, 26 May 2015
Loans and Entrepreneurs
Now he can be in control of his own money, and spend the money on what he chooses. He is excited that he no longer has to answer to anyone about his decisions, and can’t wait to start doing business with his friends and family. Wow this...
475,Correspondent,, 26 May 2015
Law To Spruce Up Construction Industry Coming
Speaking during the second installment of the PPC Cement Botswana Builder’s and Construction Exposition recently, Mokotedi said that the law will focus on the industry’s desire to self-regulate for improved service to its customers, thus...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Dragon Energy Drink Stays On The Shelves
MoH Chief Public Relations Officer, Doreen Motshegwa, has said the ministry is not removing Dragon energy drink because they have procedures to find out if a product, at any point in time, is hazardous to human health. “Products have to...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Farmers advised not to Iron Brand cattle
In Botswana, cattle are branded indiscriminately all over parts of their bodies for overall and general livestock diseases control purposes. This is in contrast to other countries which use ear tags as way of developing their leather...
433,Boniface Keakabetse,, 26 May 2015
Commendable Effort By The Police
The speed with which the suspect was identified has been impressive. The manner in which the police also swooped on the suspect was superb. Eyewitnesses talk of what appears to have been a deliberate plan and determination by the police to nab the...
540,Monitor Editor,, 26 May 2015
Architects registration council starts work
Officially unveiled to more than 150 architectural professionals at Cresta Hotel in Gaborone on Thursday, ARC which is scheduled to hold its second public awareness workshop in Francistown on Tuesday this week, starts the process of...
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
Klinck laid to rest
He solely owned the station from the early 2000’s until in 2007 when e.tv-South Africa bought a stake in the business. Klink 51, died more than a week ago after a lengthy undisclosed illness. He was regarded as one of the pioneers of the local...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Chibuku Rewards Duo With Bakkies
One of the winners, Wilson Gulubane of Changate village in the Nkange constituency said BBL has been empowering them as retailers in a number of ways. Gulubane said BBL equips them with marketing and sales skills saying giving away two bakkies is...
475,Correspondent,, 26 May 2015
Orange Upgrades Selokolela Network
Selokolela is 20 kilometres from Kanye and there has reportedly been a weak signal in the village. Orange Botswana Sales and Distribution Representative for South Region, Dennis Mmolai, said the expansion brings a 2G network which will enable...
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Sheep Breeders Meet
He said farmers should be equipped to measure efficiency. Mothibi said agriculture has become viable to the youth as many of them are venturing into it. “Commendable numbers are joining agriculture. But we should know it is a rugged job, not...
54598,Goitsemodimo Kaelo,php4B2C.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Judges Are A Traumatised, Lonely Lot Tafa
He said that they never receive any counselling sessions. On a day his department held a wellness day, the High Court President used the moment to reflect on the misery of his judges as a result of lack of counselling facilities for them. Tafa said...
49078,Tumelo Mouwane,, 26 May 2015
F/town Proposes P6.8bn For Development
Updating councillors on the proposed budget during a special full council meeting on Friday, mayor Silvia Muzila said it was important they meet to plan for the city’s next six years under UDP4 and the National Development Plan 11...
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Zim Killer Escapes Death
Willas Munyaradzi Maphorisa was convicted of killing Vivian Monedi Moyo, 79, at Block 5 location in 2007 and was sentenced to 20 years in jail. In addition, Maphorisa was sentenced to another 10 years in jail for stealing clothes from Moyo’s...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Two die after Drinking tea
Sejelo Station Commander, Sello Ntwaagae, confirmed in an interview that the two men were reported to have died after drinking tea and eating bread. “I can confirm that such an incident happened. We attended to the two men who died and we are...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Gang Scores Small Victories At Mention
During their appearance, the gang demanded that the police handover the two cars impounded from them. Although they were not granted their wish to have their cars back, the seven currently out on P5,000 bail, scored another victory when they...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Gunman Linked To 2013 Murder
The Monitor is informed that witnesses identified the suspect in 2013 but police failed to arrest him because they had insufficient evidence. One of the witnesses, who said he was in the same car with Mpatane when he was gunned down in a...
662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Man fails paternity test because genes in his saliva are different to those in sperm
A US man has failed a paternity test after doctors revealed his dead twin, whose DNA the man absorbed in the womb, is the genetic father of the child. The 34-year-old man is the first ever reported case of a paternity test being fooled by a human...
475,Correspondent,, 26 May 2015
Manowes 23 Years Of Perseverance Pays Off
23 years later Manowe has achieved both ideals for the profession. He was the convener of meetings that led to the setting up of the Botswana Architects Association, a professional body mainly concerned with the promotion of the professional...
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2015
The Establishment Of The Protectorate (Part 21) The 4 Dikgosi Embark For Britain
In the afternoon the Bechuanaland delegation finally boarded the passenger steamship RMS Tantallon Castle at Cape Town’s Victoria basin docks bound for Plymouth England. With the belated arrival of the Barolong booRatshidi Crown Prince Besele...
2894,Jeff Ramsay,php4F39.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
Politics; not so stimulating
It’s a given that politicians can run off with your head, even mess up your common sense if you are naive. Now the thing with our politicians is that when they are voted into office, the only prerequisite seems to be that they should be alive...
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Tribute To Moruti Pule
And the late Moruti Pule, or Theko Tlase as he was commonly known, belonged to us now...he was a community man, nation builder, story teller, marriage advisor, businessman, family man, and to some like me he was a friend...he would go every home and...
475,Correspondent,, 26 May 2015
On Not Knowing The Public Address And On Being Blacklisted
Why, I still wonder, do we have so many national newspapers tripping over each but not one which targets Gaborone and its adjacent settlements. But yes, in a way the query was correct. I was indeed trapped in a quagmire but it wasn’t the...
2709,Sandy Grant,php13A2.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2015
BONU Hails Public Private Partnership
This project, called Botswana International Nursing Conference (BINC) has resulted in coalition and cooperation between government, Botswana Nurses Union (BONU), Aviwe Health Care Resource & Training Institute as well as big private sector...
475,Correspondent,, 26 May 2015
Zebras
Michael Dingake 26 May 2015
Let’s address the issue NOT too much the individuals
The main cause of the fall-out was the apparent contradiction between what Paul did and said and what the Association did and said. The major bone of contention is why some key Under 23 players were to be with the senior team at the COSAFA Cup while...
Thuso Palai 26 May 2015
Tladi are cricket champions
Waseem Tajbhay top scored with 43 to lead his side to victory. Captain Nabil Master and Karabo Motlhanka each scored 25runs. Vimal Joseph was the man of the match with four wickets for 14runs. Tladi won the toss and elected to bat with...
Dumisani Ncube 26 May 2015
Who of the two, Zimbabwe and South Africa needs another liberation?
President Ian Khama, according to media reports, was alleged to have stormed out of the SADC meeting chaired by his boss His Excellency President Robert Mugabe, chairman of SADC, after giving a dressing down to fellow heads of state for...
Michael Dingake 26 May 2015
Khama travels to Washington to attend CI meeting
His Excellency the President will be expected to give some reflections on the efforts that the Government of the Republic of Botswana has undertaken to ensure prosperity for all through natural resource management. In particular, the President will...
Correspondent 26 May 2015
Stompie’s launch flops
On a weekend littered with live shows around the town, revellers had a tough choice ahead of a night of entertainment. Could the low turnout have been as a result of the young musician’s long absence from the scene, or perhaps the fact that...
Chippa Legodimo 26 May 2015
Gabs Sunday Jazz has new address
The restaurant has recently started to host the Gabz fm’s Joy of Jazz Fusion with Uncle Shima Monageng every Sunday. Last Sunday was the birthday jam session of Botswana’s legend guitarist, John Selolwane. Bra John, as he is...
Thalefang Charles
| 26 May 2015
StanChart focuses on business clients
Speaking at a breakfast meeting yesterday, the bank’s global head of segments, retail clients, Euan Campbell said Standard Chartered could help businesses build trading links for imports and exports, and cross-border cash...
Isaac Pinielo 26 May 2015
Liquidity squeeze halves BoB’s interest expenses
Due to a prolonged period of rapid credit growth, which was ushered in by the central bank’s cap on BoBCs, commercial banks last year found themselves short of loanable funds with their total investments in the mopping instruments often falling...
Brian Benza 26 May 2015
Failure of youth businesses worries NEDC councilors
At a recent full council meeting, councilors bemoaned the low success rate of the youth enterprises, adding that action had to be taken to ensure young people invest into the success of the businesses. NEDC Chairperson, Florah Mpetsane said many...
Pini Bothoko
| 26 May 2015
Tebelopele, Gabz fm tussle in court
Both TVCT and Gabz fm told court that they would resolve the matter outside the courtroom, and if they reached an agreement, they would draft a consent order and deliver it to court in due time. If the two parties fail to agree, the trial will...
Mpho Mokwape
| 26 May 2015
Education ministry woes far from over
Challenges reign supreme in collections processes for MoESD, which intends to tighten tertiary sponsorship contracts as well as lobby for a legislation to enable information gathering from third parties. Currently, attempts to access...
Baboki Kayawe 26 May 2015
BLLAHWU denied right to deduct members’ dues- Motshegwa
In his affidavit, Motshegwa said for the purposes of collecting subscriptions levies and other union dues, the government, in 2005 extended to them the use of deduction codes, which enabled the union to collect subscriptions dues and levies directly...
Oarabile Mosikare 26 May 2015
Dikgonnye settlement host candlelight commemoration
This was said by the Dikgonnye Primary School Head, Sebilo Motlhaping, when addressing the residents Friday night. The small settlement came to a standstill on the night of this year’s candlelight commemoration, in remembrance of people living...
Mpho Mokwape
| 26 May 2015
Poaching, selling of illegal bush-meat on the rise
This illegal game meat market is fed from the high incidence of poaching in some parts of the country, said the chief accounting officer for ministry of Environment, Wildlife and Tourism Elias Magosi. “Our ministry has found out that there are...
Tsaone Basimanebotlhe
| 26 May 2015
State witness accuses defence of forcing him to lie
The Princess Marina employee, 52-year-old Othusitse Molaabatho recently before the Gaborone High Court, accused defence attorney Kgosiitsile Ngakaagae of forcing him to lie. Molaabatho succumbed to pressure under cross-examination from Ngakaagae...
Mpho Mokwape
| 26 May 2015
WUC debt exacerbates SPTC financial woes
The council has received correspondence to the fact that though the request is being looked into, there is no guarantee that additional funding would be granted from the Ministry of Finance. In an attempt to keep afloat, the local authority is...
Onalenna Kelebeile 26 May 2015
BCP calls on Khama to tackle power and water crisis
Speaking during a press conference yesterday, Saleshando said Khama must address the nation on the crisis and set up an ‘Emergency National Steering Committee’ comprising stakeholders such as the business community, labour movement as...
Oarabile Mosikare 26 May 2015
FCC close to impounding undeveloped plots-Muzila
She revealed that over 1,265 plots remain undeveloped in the city with Gerald Estates accounting for more undeveloped plots with 1,168. Most of the plots have surpassed their two-year development period, according to the mayor. She explained that...
Chakalisa Dube
| 26 May 2015
Preps completed for Kgoshi Moapare IV’s enthronement
Inauguration organising committee spokesperson, Phillip Tlhage said preparations were almost completed while the programme for the day has also been finalised. Tlhage told Mmegi that the inauguration would take place on May 29 followed by a...
Zolani Kraai 26 May 2015
Botswana should adopt Mandela Rules
According to a recent statement from Amnesty International, the Mandela Rules include extensive revisions and additions to the UN’s Standard Minimum Rules for the Treatment of Prisoners, which date back to 1955. It is expected, according to...
Mmegi Editor
| 26 May 2015
Clap N’ Tap Choirs of Botswana to tour Lesotho, SA
CCB will make their first stop at SABOLE (South African (SA), Botswana and Lesotho) in Lesotho when they leave on Friday. Once there 78 members are expected to perform at Lehakoe Recreational Centre Hall the next day. According to CCB...
Nnasaretha Kgamanyane
| 26 May 2015
Contrabandits debut at Jazz X Change
The newly formed band, which consist of experienced musicians from different backgrounds: Mandiswa Mabutho, Tebogo ‘Debbie with a T’, percussionist Sebabatso, Boski Senwelo, vocalist-cum-guitarist Tafadzwa ‘Tafnaz’ Nazare and...
Dumisani Ncube 26 May 2015
Zebras serve Bafana cold revenge
The rising noise was a clumsy attempt at intimidating Zebras goalkeeper, Kabelo Dambe as Botswana handed South Africa a 7-6 defeat in the quarterfinals of the COSAFA Challenge Cup. It appeared Dambe had been sedated as he collapsed in...
Mqondisi Dube
| 26 May 2015
Masole gets FIDE title
The competition was held from April 18 to 25. According to the Botswana Chess Federation (BCF) spokesperson, Keenese Katisenge, the World Chess Federation (WCF) approved BCF title application recently. She said Masole’s achievement means...
Calistus Kolantsho
| 26 May 2015
Local athletes deliver at Sports View meet
The tournament was used as a qualifier for the Southern Region Senior Champs, All Africa Games and World Champs respectively. Local stars, Nijel Amos, Baboloki Thebe, Karabo Sibanda, Leungo Matlhaku and Tsaone Sebele won their respective...
Calistus Kolantsho
| 26 May 2015
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Mqondisi Dube 26 May 2015
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