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That is "Tom Mang Mang" not Masisi
Government Spokesperson Dr Jeff Ramsay said in a press statement released today, "It has come to the attention of this Office that some perpetrator/s have decided to create a fake Facebook account for His Honour the Vice President." The statement...
30 May 2015
SA cricket coach to assist Botswana team
The cricket team is preparing for the ICC World Cricket League Division VI tournament, which England hosts in September this year. Botswana Cricket Association (BCA) fixtures and publicity secretary, Sumod Damodar said Rudolph was invited by the...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Botswana out of ITF junior tournament
The tournament, which is dedicated to the late Euphemia Tlhapane who contributed a lot to the development of tennis in the country, started on Monday and runs until tomorrow. Thato Holmes is the only player who managed to the reach the second round...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Mamelodi says protests are a positive development
The comments come after domestic football disciplinary bodies received numerous protests and appeals during the current beMOBILE Premier League season. Mamelodi said the fact that the cases have been reported to their office is in itself a positive...
49078,Tumelo Mouwane,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 08:56:00, 30 May 2015
Santos case forces play-offs postponement
Fighters were scheduled to host the first leg against Green Lovers from Serowe in Gaborone this weekend with the reverse fixture a week later. The First Division South committee was supposed to hear the Santos’ protest on Wednesday evening,...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Francistowns dark cloud with no silver lining
Francistown’s last person out- ECCO City Greens- switched- off the Premier League lights on the way to the First Division last weekend. When the lights went off, a dark record was created, which leaves Francistown as the only second largest...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Phoko dominates awards nominees
Phoko has been nominated twice for the Mascom Top 8 awards and two times for the beMOBILE Premier League awards. In the beMOBILE Premier League awards, Phoko is nominated in the newly introduced goalkeeper of the season and young player of the...
411,Boitumelo Khutsafalo,phpCD8F.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
BMC sidelines coach, appoints Mahloane
The duo took over from Daniel Nare during the January transfer window. Former Gaborone United player, Horatio Mahloane has since been given the responsibility to lead the team in the last three games of the season, and will be assisted by Pollen...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 09:45:00, 30 May 2015
Satmos vow not to give Chiefs the title
Magosi are within a point from being crowned champions, while the Cheetahs are deep in a relegation bog. Cheetahs’ captain, Ronnie Legoreng said they are going to fight tooth and nail to preserve their status in the elite league. ...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 30 May 2015
Chasing after fools gold
She has seen a period when gold mining was a major source of employment:   For many people across Southern Africa, gumboot dancing kept the minds of miners off the depressing situation, which prevailed as a result of the oppressive...
475,Correspondent,, 30 May 2015
Seamstress finds gap in theatre costumes
Opelo ‘Seamstress’ Letshwiti is not only a designer, but also a spoken word artist whose love for art made her realise the gap that few have tried to venture into. Her latest range of costumes was used during the Maitisong Festival by...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Designer teen twins impress fashion fanatics
The twins from Kgaphamadi were the opening act at the show.  Their brand, Alittes Designs, inspired people of all different characters who came to witness, what the new designers had to offer. Their designs had a lot of slick African print and...
49047,Amanda Dichabe,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 08:51:00, 30 May 2015
Gospel songstress Kaybee makes comeback
Kaybee, who released her first studio album in 2008 titled Forever, returns with a second one called Wuparu. The 29-year-old from Sepopa village in Okavango said she has been absent from the music scene because of school commitments, but is now back...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 09:39:00, 30 May 2015
Clash of the comedians
The comedy show, which is in its first year of inception, will feature old and upcoming comedians. The line up comprises of; Umaga, Legusty, Bambino, Nigma, Ouza and Olekanye. Speaking to Arts&Culture event organiser and comedian, Katlo...
48624,Lindiwe Mozola,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 11:18:00, 30 May 2015
Embracing fine art
The 24-year-old said he’s had a passion for fine art since he was in junior school when he registered for it as an optional subject. Fine art for Mampare is all about nature, beauty, duty and a way of conserving culture. “Through the...
49080,Lesedi Mkhutshwa,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 09:13:00, 30 May 2015
The legacy of Kgosi Bathoen and the BNF politics
This will also include profiles of its former leaders. We start with a profile of the legacy of former president, Cde Bathoen Gaseitsiwe.   The late Gaseitsiwe was noble man who loathed nobility. The man who didn’t mind just being...
475,Correspondent,, 30 May 2015
HIV and the youth
Dear auntie Seiketso I am a 17 year old form 3 girl and I have a 21- year-old boyfriend whom I love very much and do not want to lose him at all. My boyfriend always wants to have sex with me without using a condom. I told him that I do not want to...
475,Correspondent,, 30 May 2015
Labour Day a moment to introspect
Here at home, as with years before, trade unions have organised various events around the country to encourage the working forces to gather and move to the same beat on May 1. Now instead of the going through the annual rituals, Labour Day should be...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 30 May 2015
Tlogelang Ngwana
30 May 2015
New era for dolled up Julia Molefhe
The western half of the city is growing faster than the other cardinal points and has been for some years. Where land is either unavailable or where development is limited by geographic barriers in other parts, the west has seen rapid expansion as...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Iron Lady leads Basarwa to Promised Land
Only progressing up to Standard 7 in education is a lifelong hindrance to many. However, Nana Mothibi has battled the ups and downs and is today the councillor of the small settlement of D’Kar. Mothibi is a strong willed woman whose upbringing...
8171,Leinanyana Tsiane,, 30 May 2015
Cuprum curse breaks Bosetos back
For investors, a sign that a resource curse has struck a mining operation is when the casual check shirts, khaki trousers and safety helmets of geologists are replaced by the trim charcoal suits and deadpan expressions of accountants. Far from the...
422,Mbongeni Mguni,php1604.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
A tough start to business in 2015
This is what the data had to say in part: “In the international economic arena, the growth slowdown – particularly in China – has continued to have a negative impact on commodities markets. “This has led to further declines...
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
PCPL keen to help youth acquire business skills
BusinessWeek: Can you please give a brief profile about Prowess Communications? Chawla: PCPL is a strategic marketing, events and advertising agency and has a group company that is in Dental Surgery in Phakalane by the name of Dental Studio and...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Is there a worse way of buying than hire purchase
When you hire a car, do you own it? No, the car hire firm owns it, you are just borrowing it in return for a fee. It is exactly the same when you buy a sofa, laptop or fridge on hire purchase. Even though you now “possess” the item you do...
48722,Consumer Watchdog,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 11:20:00, 30 May 2015
Shining light awards shift focus
Addressing the media yesterday, Vice President Beneficiation Kevin Goodrem said this year’s competition would take a new turn while still discovering and showcasing the talent of young jewellery designers to the world. “The competition...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
In the Friday paper
30 May 2015
Nepal earthquake: Teenage boy rescued after five days
Pemba Lama told the BBC he survived by drinking water from wet clothes and eating pots of clarified butter. He was taken to a field hospital. Meanwhile, bad weather is hampering the delivery of relief to remote villages, a Nepali government...
30 May 2015
Shining light awards shift focus
Addressing the media yesterday, Vice President Beneficiation Kevin Goodrem said this year’s competition would take a new turn while still discovering and showcasing the talent of young jewellery designers to the world. “The competition...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Diamonds contribute the highest total imports in January
This was followed by fuel which contributed P728.7 million, machinery and electrical equipment, food, beverages and tobacco which each contributed 13.5 percent to total imports with P601.1 million and P600.7 million respectively. Total imports...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Huaweis ICT drive to make cities safer and smarter
Through innovative ICT infrastructure and solutions such as video surveillance, eLTE broadband trunking, Unified Communications and video conferencing systems, Huawei said African cities would be ‘smarter’.  They add that the...
406,Brian Benza,phpE652.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
BHC boss calls for affordable housing
Speaking at the BHC housing conference on Wednesday, he said sustainability of any affordable housing depends upon the local will. He appealed to the government to come up with policies for sustainable affordable housing. These policies, he said,...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
BONELAs urgent application for contempt of court dismissed
The two officials from Ministry of Health (MoH) and Ministry Justice, Defence and Security were cited for allegedly defying a court order delivered last August by Justice Bengbame Sechele that government should provide two Zimbabwean prisoners with...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
UB fails to make Top 10 in regional rankings
This was as attested to by the latest African Universities and Higher Institutions ranking. The ranking by Journals Consortium, do not feature any local institution in the top 30 leaving a lot to be desired on the already contested standard of higher...
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Masisi assembles election team
Masisi is busy recruiting the foot soldiers and generals that are expected to help him in the high profile fight with former cabinet ministers, Ramadeluka Seretse and Tebelelo Seretse. Influential MP for Tati East and former BDP chairperson, Samson...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Police crash report shock
Families of the deceased police officers who perished in an helicopter accident last year are seeking legal advice following the Botswana Police Service (BPS) handing them one-page investigations report.  The 94-worded letter report on the...
662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg,423,Thalefang Charles,phpAA56.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
The two worlds of civil service and private sector
Unlike the civil service, life for workers in the private sector is not easy. It is a dog eat dog affair and survival of the fittest in the private sector where unionisation is a cumbersome process often accompanied by suspicions with possible...
404,Bame Piet,phpB30D.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
United we fall, divided we stand
It must attempt, in the first place, to unite, on an industrial basis, all workers (at whatever level of political consciousness) who understand the elementary need to come together and defend and advance their economic conditions,” said the...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Super-rich class emerges in union movement
With assets running into the billions of Pula, leaders of the country’s unions are finding themselves under increasing scrutiny from cash-strapped members within the ordinary ranks who want greater accountability and tighter governance. Zero...
30 May 2015
Africans Behaving Badly
Attacks on Africans by other people of Negro descent are a real cause for concern, particularly when it happens in this day and age. I grew up in the era of the Cold War and at the time Africa was awash with dictators who were hell bent on...
481,Richard Moleofe,phpE31.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Chiefs triumph against odds is sweeter
The first reason is that the club has been at war with itself.  The second reason is that for the first time in history, Chiefs have managed to chase Township Rollers for the league. The third reason is that while Rollers invested heavily...
8262,Dennis Keagile,phpE65F.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
In Friday paper
30 May 2015
Thusis Little Yungo to inspire children to read
While some local authors such as Lauri Kubuitsile have written children’s books, one young man who goes by the name, Hani Thusi, stands out. At the age of 18, Thusi wrote an impressive children’s book titled Little Yungo; The Village...
420,Maureen Odubeng,php85BC.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Hell destroy you from miles away
The heat just keeps on coming, as this is another box office blockbuster after last week’s Taken 3.  This one is already regarded as movie of the year as American Sniper recently won the award at the 2015 American Film Institute...
46405,Bakang Israel,, 30 May 2015
Abram breaking male fashion dominance
Botswana’s budding fashion designer, Glenda Abram, admits it is a strange affair. She knows fashion is a passion for women, revealing that the vast majority of her Fashion Design classmates at Limkokwing University were women....
439,Thato Kala,, 30 May 2015
The real reason for the protectorate
A close analysis of the past will show that the establishment of the protectorate was only adopted to protect the British trade interests. As history has taught many of us, the Whites’ main interest was the route to the north, which...
413,Chippa Legodimo,phpD5D.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
There is an artist in every child
Hundred and six years after his death, Picasso’s words are still proving relevant to generations of artists. Like many Batswana children, especially those from the poor neighbourhoods, Ronald Kegomoditswe and his friends, made wire toy...
413,Chippa Legodimo,phpD5D.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Personal reflections on the efficacy of church registration regulations
I would like to add that while the process is appreciated, one wonders if another method - referendum - could not have yielded more precise results as to what the general Christian fraternity would have desired. Nevertheless, the process is...
475,Correspondent,, 30 May 2015
Budget Speech: What is up Matambos sleeve?
This week starting Tuesday the 30th, Parliament held a workshop for Members of Parliament (MPs) on the analysis of the 2015/2016 Botswana National Budget at the Gaborone International Conference Center. Officially opened by the Speaker of the...
47877,Dithapelo Keorapetse,, 30 May 2015
Advance inclusive growth and posterity
In the past three years, Matambo has done a good job in preserving Botswana’s much-celebrated financial prudence image with rolling budget surpluses.  The enviable trend is set to continue this year with the 2015/16 Budget Strategy Paper...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 30 May 2015
Feel beautiful, but remember the beholder!
This week on social media, the nation, especially its womenfolk, has been up in arms over the highly circulated ‘Most Beautiful Women in Botswana’ list. Beauty has been the buzz. Post after post, tweet and retweet, Batswana debated the...
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Haskins Win A - Hilux Prize Giving
Today, 5 generations later, the name Haskins is common in all tongues across the country now Botswana. When James Haskins died in 1928 his sons took over to run the company that was then J. Haskins and sons as his sons had joined in on the business...
438,Lekopanye Mooketsi,, 30 May 2015
BALA
30 May 2015
Survivors of the information superhighway
In the mid-1980s, Mogale was working at Air Botswana when he had the novel idea of starting a newsstand. When he started, he used the income from the newspaper sales to augment his salary, which he describes as ‘meagre’. “I later...
438,Lekopanye Mooketsi,, 30 May 2015
The missing piece in the health puzzle
Some years ago, a local traditional healer, Lesegolame Semathu, referred one of his patients to Princess Marina Hospital for assistance. Semathu, who is the Ngaka Association chairman and a member of the Traditional Doctors Association, had tried all...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg,2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Marinas colourful history
The hospital was established in 1966, when the country gained independence, and began operating on April 4, 1967. At that time it also doubled as the maternity clinic. At the time, PMH was the biggest building in Gaborone which only constituted a...
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
A Princess decrowned, a glory faded
From its establishment as one of the first landmarks in the fledgling capital, Princess Marina Hospital has watched as the city burgeoned around it. From a population of 5,000 people at Independence, the city now has more than 300,000 residents with...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg,2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Fear and loathing at the labour office
Kabo Nkoloso says he will never lose hope.  The struggling house-kwasa musician is among a throng of people at the Selebi Phikwe labour office.  He reveals that he is hoping to secure a part-time job, as music is still his first...
48625,Esaleone Molaodi,,2014/december/01,2014-12-01 11:21:00, 30 May 2015
Botswana to create trade information portal
Botswana Investment and Trade Centre (BITC) CEO, Letsebe Sejoe said on Wednesday that the move is meant to make sure that Botswana fulfils its World Trade Organisation (WTO) obligations. Speaking at the BITC stakeholder consultative workshop, he said...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Fresh optimism or another damp squib
Three years ago, government announced that public servants salary adjustments would no longer be announced in the budget speech. However, Oratile Modisane, a self-employed street vendor is hopeful that a salary increment will be in this year’s...
445,Keikantse Lesemela,phpF8B6.tmp.jpg,33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Why do you trust?
The results weren’t particularly surprising. Although there were no industries that did particularly well there were some clear winners and certainly some clear losers. Top of the list were new car dealers (who almost reached “slightly...
475,Correspondent,, 30 May 2015
Debswana full-year production jumps 7%
Figures released by parent company Anglo American on Wednesday indicate that production at Debswana was six percent down in the fourth quarter, but annual output numbers still surpassed 2013. “For the full year, Debswana’s production...
406,Brian Benza,phpE652.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
The false economy of Statistics Botswana incapacity
The Open Data Barometer (ODB) global report released recently says that Botswana has been lumped into a cluster of ‘capacity constrained’ countries that are facing challenges in establishing sustainable open data initiatives as a result...
406,Brian Benza,phpE652.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Informal sector indicate indifference to budget speech
In a snap survey, informal traders indicated that they did not understand how the state anticipates future incomes as well as spending for the benefit of the country. Shatisani Thapelo, a street vendor in Francistown told Mmegi that she has no...
48624,Lindiwe Mozola,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 11:18:00, 30 May 2015
Francistown hopes for good tidings from budget
In recent years the budget has not given Francistown much joy in terms of infrastructure development and provision of critical services such as health, a trend attributed to the 2008 economic meltdown which exposed the fragility of Botswana’s...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Matambo treads budget tightrope
Stagnant public revenues and rising needs set against growing public expectations on promoting inclusive growth leave him with a plethora of urgent priority tasks which cannot be implemented simultaneously. With the new fiscal rule demanding that...
406,Brian Benza,phpE652.tmp.jpg,46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Matambo beats Parly on Fengyue probe
The report was adopted by Parliament in July 2013. Soon after, the Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Kenneth Matambo approached the High Court seeking to declare the adoption of the report unlawful and invalid. He also sought an order to...
431,Lerato Maleke,phpD4F0.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Kgafela pulls a no-show at Mamone Day celebrations
In two consecutive Kgotla meetings, Bakgatla were told that Kgafela, who took up residence among his subjects on the South African side following dispute with the government, would grace the Mamone Day event. Different dikgosi from South...
404,Bame Piet,phpB30D.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
UB purges professors
First to be purged in this line was Professor Frank Youngman, the previous deputy vice chancellor, academic affairs. Others believed to be in his firing line are Dean of Humanities, Dr Kgomotso Moahi, Dean of Education Professor Richard Tabulawa and...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Mass exodus at UB?
Lecturers are allegedly dumping the faculty in droves for greener pastures. These academics, especially from FET, would later joined the Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST), which apparently pays more than the UB. The...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Khama and the private media: Who hates who?
Khama and his government have had skirmishes with the private media to the extent that the Office of the President (OP) previously issued a statement stating that he was prepared to fund members of his Cabinet when they sue media practitioners and...
402,Ryder Gabathuse,phpF55A.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
BDP in tinder hooks
A major issue that has haunted the BDP is factional fighting. Until Seretse Khama’s death in 1980 the party had not known factions and resultant instability that has become the hallmark of the BDP.  Here is a brief history of the BDP...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
The collapse of Khamas inner circle
With his term coming to an end in three years Khama’s trusted associates are now working around the clock to prepare for life without their political and business ‘life support’ and point of convergence. What started as a strong...
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
The BDP big fall-out
The ruling party is going for an elective congress in July this year to elect the party central committee. Only three party members, Ramadeluka Seretse, Tebelelo Seretse and Biggie Butale have shown interest in contesting for the chairmanship...
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
BOKA interim committee begins repair works
The committee replaced the previous leadership after a weekend special general meeting in Gaborone. Mathe told Mmegi Sport that they have been given the task of rescuing BOKA in good faith and affiliates are to draw terms of reference. He said the...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Sting operation netted Masters
Inside sources say there is simmering discontent at the association with a certain group growing weary of what they perceive to be Masters’ ineptitude. “In their bid to remove him, he was carefully monitored by his colleagues who...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Did the Bathai committee fail?
Million Masumbika (May 2012-May 2014): He was the president of BOKA for two years before losing to Bathai last year. During his tenure, Masumbika was one of the two Batswana referees at the World Karate Federation (WKF) and became the first Motswana...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
From karate to ka-rotten
When Tshepo Bathai ousted Million Masumbika from the Botswana Karate Association (BOKA) presidency, securing a 12-6 vote from the affiliates last May, it never looked like the beginning of a rough patch for the sport. But in the end, it proved to be...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg,417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Gutted Nico fan vents his venom
The man, identified as John Mogosi blocked the stadium entrance, disrupting traffic after the game. Majombolo were pushed to 15th on the 16-team table and face the grim reality of relegation. The Orapa United team bus was delayed for almost 15...
444,Shingirai Madondo,, 30 May 2015
Chiefs, Rollers in blood and thunder duel
Since the be MOBILE Premier League era, meetings between the two giants have always been highly anticipated. The battle has extended off the field to the players’ transfer market. The most recent player squabble between the two has been over...
411,Boitumelo Khutsafalo,phpCD8F.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Moloi, Koko ready for a captains knock
The two expressed their readiness to do duty in the top of the table Premier League duel. Both Koko and Moloi have played several high pressure matches involving the two sides and have said their teammates do not extra motivation for the...
411,Boitumelo Khutsafalo,phpCD8F.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
In Thursday's paper
30 May 2015
Ant-Man
Armed with a super-suit with the astonishing ability to shrink in scale but increase in strength, cat burglar Scott Lang must embrace his inner hero and help his mentor, Dr. Hank Pym, plan and pull off a heist that will save the world.
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
Kidnapping Freddy Heineken
The inside story of the planning, execution, rousing aftermath and ultimate downfall of the kidnappers of beer tycoon Alfred "Freddy" Heineken, which resulted in the largest ransom ever paid for an individual.
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
Pixels
When aliens misinterpret video feeds of classic arcade games as a declaration of war, they attack the Earth in the form of the video games.
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
MH370 search: Malaysia urges caution on Reunion debris find
A two-metre long piece of wreckage was found on Wednesday. Malaysia's Deputy Transport Minister, Abdul Aziz Kaprawi, said it was "almost certain" that the wreckage was from a Boeing 777 aircraft. MH370 is the only Boeing 777 to have disappeared...
475,Correspondent,, 30 May 2015
Entourage
Movie star Vincent Chase, together with his boys Eric, Turtle, and Johnny, are back - and back in business with super agent-turned-studio head Ari Gold on a risky project that will serve as Vince's directorial debut.
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
Minions
Minions Stuart, Kevin and Bob are recruited by Scarlet Overkill, a super-villain who, alongside her inventor husband Herb, hatches a plot to take over the world.
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
FRAFA to hold inaugural womens awards
The awards, which will be sponsored by Nortex, come after the just ended FRAFA league in which Francistown United were crowned champions. The northern region women’s league was launched early this year with a mandate to support women in...
49080,Lesedi Mkhutshwa,, 30 May 2015
Clubs divided over table tennis strategic plan
Clubs are yet to endorse the four-year plan, which was launched several weeks ago. BTTA also secured a P150, 000 sponsorship deal from Master Timbers. New Horizon table tennis club secretary general, Marang Ramahobo told Mmegi Sport that their club...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,, 30 May 2015
Gunners abandon Ruzivo chase
Gunners’ spokesperson, Keorapetse Kgasa said the team had decided against signing Ruzivo as the Lobatse side already has three foreigners, Desire Bafana, Tshegofatso Chimuku and Mogomotsi Mokoka. “We met yesterday and it was decided that...
433,Boniface Keakabetse,, 30 May 2015
Gunners abandon Ruzivo chase
Gunners’ spokesperson, Keorapetse Kgasa said the team had decided against signing Ruzivo as the Lobatse side already has three foreigners, Desire Bafana, Tshegofatso Chimuku and Mogomotsi Mokoka. “We met yesterday and it was decided that...
433,Boniface Keakabetse,, 30 May 2015
Ant-Man
Armed with a super-suit with the astonishing ability to shrink in scale but increase in strength, cat burglar Scott Lang must embrace his inner hero and help his mentor, Dr. Hank Pym, plan and pull off a heist that will save the world.
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
BNSC clears tennis association
The BNSC launched an investigation into alleged maladministration at BTA, but the findings have since exonerated the tennis body.  BNSC acting chief executive officer, Thato Kgosimore said they started investigations after some BTA members...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Pixels
When aliens misinterpret video feeds of classic arcade games as a declaration of war, they attack the Earth in the form of the video games.
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
Asylum Nights adds impetus to the rap industry
The event, which is hosted by Touch Motswako and Mono Rac, gives rappers a platform to showcase their craft in different forms such as freestyles, rap battles and performances. With only a few months of establishment, the event has acquired a name...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Entourage
Movie star Vincent Chase, together with his boys Eric, Turtle, and Johnny, are back - and back in business with super agent-turned-studio head Ari Gold on a risky project that will serve as Vince's directorial debut.
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
Songstress Katlego urges women to join music industry
“Women are scared to come out and showcase their talent. I want more women to come out and make their mark in the music industry. I have come across many talented female musicians who are musically talented but they are scared of performing in...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Minions
Minions Stuart, Kevin and Bob are recruited by Scarlet Overkill, a super-villain who, alongside her inventor husband Herb, hatches a plot to take over the world.
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
Ant-Man
Armed with a super-suit with the astonishing ability to shrink in scale but increase in strength, cat burglar Scott Lang must embrace his inner hero and help his mentor, Dr. Hank Pym, plan and pull off a heist that will save the world.
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
Pixels
When aliens misinterpret video feeds of classic arcade games as a declaration of war, they attack the Earth in the form of the video games.
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
Mingo releases third single
Somewhere follows singles Le Nna Ke Teng and Mozezuru. Possibly what sets this song apart from the first two is that Somewhere has an appealing introduction and the production, impressive. The instrumental encompasses the original sound of kwaito...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,, 30 May 2015
Matobo to host Ikalanga Culture day
The day is set aside for Bakalanga to celebrate their culture through traditional cuisines, clothes, songs, dance and games, amongst others. According to the chairperson of the association Uyapo Mudaba they have been celebrating the day annually...
48624,Lindiwe Mozola,, 30 May 2015
Entourage
Movie star Vincent Chase, together with his boys Eric, Turtle, and Johnny, are back - and back in business with super agent-turned-studio head Ari Gold on a risky project that will serve as Vince's directorial debut.
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
HHP, Mafitlhakgosi headline Gabz meets Bokone Bophirima
DJ Khenzo, DJ Redds, Ricky Lamar and D-Mos will also add flair to the show, which will be held at the BotswanaCraft. The event is the brainchild of South Africa’s North West province. “Botswana is our key source market in the SADC region...
662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Minions
Minions Stuart, Kevin and Bob are recruited by Scarlet Overkill, a super-villain who, alongside her inventor husband Herb, hatches a plot to take over the world.
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
Magic Mike XXL
Three years after Mike bowed out of the stripper life at the top of his game, he and the remaining Kings of Tampa hit the road to Myrtle Beach to put on one last blow-out performance.
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
Councils innovations need monitoring
Gaborone and Francistown city councils have taken lead, engaging infrastructure development to ensure that investor confidence is boosted, with a long-term view to ensure private sector investment. The South East South District Council (SESDC) has...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 30 May 2015
Terminator Genisys
John Connor sends Kyle Reese back in time to protect Sarah Connor, but when he arrives in 1984, nothing is as he expected it to be.
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
LEA hamstrung by funding shortages
Briefing editors forum in Gaborone yesterday, Matome says in spite of the funding gap, LEA registered and trained 102 Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) in the year upto March 2015 against a target of 41. In the period, 4,995 micro enterprises were...
406,Brian Benza,phpE652.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Agric production on downward trajectory
The declining performance of the sector is largely attributed to the unfavourable climatic conditions and endemic animal diseases, in particular the Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD). The results of the 2013 survey, produced by Statistics Botswana (SB)...
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
Good Hope
30 May 2015
Committee dreams big for National Agric Show
Speaking during a media tour yesterday, committee chairperson, Gertrude Kelebemang said plans were underway to ensure the show transformed from an agricultural event into a business hub. The National Agricultural Show has moved from its traditional...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 30 May 2015
Overcoming Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
It is important to note that inattentiveness in learners can also be accompanied by hyperactivity, hence Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). This type of disorder is also not uncommon in schools, especially among boys. Learners need to...
52766,Victoria Seiketso Sethibe,php4C44.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
BPS promises new activities on Police Day
The event will be held under the theme, ‘Turning Policing Challenges into Opportunities Towards 2016 and Beyond’.  On Tuesday, police spokesperson, Christopher Mbulawa told Mmegi that the popular event would be filled with exciting...
662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Parly toughens private security law
The new law replaces the Control of Security Guard Services Act and provides for the establishment of a licensing board, which shall issue licences to operate private security services. The board will also set a code of conduct for the private...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Twenty-three years of no promotion...
According to court documents, Kemolatlhe has been with the Botswana Police Service since April 22, 1992 as a constable, which rank he holds today.In this suit, filed at the High Court on July 15, 2015, Kemolatlhe is demanding that he be promoted to...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Man dies after fighting honey badger
According to Letlhakane Police station commander, superintendent Michael Maphephu, the deceased had recently gone into the bush looking for his livestock as usual, only to come face-to-face with the fearless creature. Apparently the man used an...
48624,Lindiwe Mozola,, 30 May 2015
Pastor gets 10 years for rape
DNA tests also proved that the pastor impregnated his victim as a result of the offence, with a child subsequently born. Chief Magistrate Peggy Madundume found Otsetswe Samson of Semotswane village, guilty of a single count of rape and sentenced him...
52115,Ivy Matlho,, 30 May 2015
Death sentence for murder accused Facebooker
High Court judge, Modiri Letsididi delivered the ultimate punishment on Uyapo Poloko, saying there were no extenuating circumstances that could reduce the 35-year-old’s blameworthiness. Poloko was convicted of killing Vijeyadeyi Kandavaranam...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Drought measures to cost P445m
According to the supplementary request, ministerial accounting officers appeared before the Committee on July 22 and were able to secure funding for major drought interventions. President Ian Khama declared a drought late in June, announcing an array...
422,Mbongeni Mguni,php1604.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Dikgosi rally behind Lotlamoreng
Sebele is due to launch the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) candidate on Saturday in Pitsane, while the rival Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) will also hold a high profile launch of its own candidate, Eric Molale, elsewhere in the village on...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Muzila calls on women to support each other
She challenged women at the business forum held at Tati River Lodge to use the time they are together exhibiting their products to learn and share ideas. She said that through interaction the expo will be able to give the women time to network and...
434,Pini Bothoko,php3A86.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Botswana football is a dumping ground
However things seem to have changed in the recent past. We have somewhat become attractive, or as some may say; we have become a bit of a dumping ground. What really is it? Are we attractive? Or are we a dumping ground? Well; the debate rages on. I...
506,Thuso Palai,php69A9.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
In Tuesday's paper
30 May 2015
Motswana riders licence cancelled before Desert race
He received the bad news from the President of Botswana Motor Sport Association, Simon Modisaeman who informed him that the Federation of International Motorcycling (FIM) had cancelled his South African licence. Motsumi said he was shocked to hear...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,, 30 May 2015
Association takes blame for fuel shortage at Desert race
Speaking to Mmegi Sport shortly after taking a decision to cancel the second loop, BMS president Simon Modisaeman said on the second day, riders could not get their bikes fueled at fuel point number one because the chief marshal was unable to...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,, 30 May 2015
ECCO to lose Mambo to Orapa United
Yesterday ECCO spokesperson Israel Ontiretse confirmed that the Orapa side has requested to open negotiations with the player with a view to signing him.  “He is still contracted to the club for another season. However, we will not stand...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Butlers Twitter comments torch angry reactions
Since the end of the season, the Zebras gaffer has been trying to justify the exclusion of Galenamotlhale from the Zebras setup.  Butler was quoted in a local newspaper saying Galenamotlhale did not even deserve to be the player of the...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,, 30 May 2015
Ballroom dancers impress audience
The performers took the audience by surprise when they showcased various dances such as Jive, Cha-cha, Rumba, Samba, Quickstep and Tango moves on stage. Canny Keitshokile, 46, who was in the audience, said she is a keen lover of ballroom dance and...
50362,Faith Siako,, 30 May 2015
Slyza Tsotsi hit makers in town
The much-anticipated event is expected to attract a huge crowd since their latest single Slyza Tsotsi has been making waves on various social networks and radio stations in the country. “All roads lead to Rock N Rollaz tonight where we will be...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Sasa Klaas empowers femininity with MmamoNgwato
The song was released last week on various radio stations and music applications such as Sound Cloud. “We have learnt that the feminine side has not been given a chance for expression. Women are always seen as a sex symbol. MmamoNgwato will...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Kelly Khumalo leaves fans yearning for more
After a dusty and cold afternoon of watching the race, revellers then went on to enjoy entertainment from a number of artists, while awaiting Khumalo, who was the main act of the night.  As she stepped onto the stage, the crowd brought down the...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,, 30 May 2015
New leadership magazine hits the shelves
Known as Leadership Botswana, the publication will publish on a quarterly basis and will focus on issues of and feature articles on leadership. “Leadership Botswana is going to tell stories of true leadership.  It is going to include...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
BCL injects additional P53m into Pula Steel
Before the injection of funds in March this year, an initial P89 million was budgeted for the construction of the plant. Mahupela said the additional P53 million was injected in the company because the scope of designs has been expanded after it was...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Bramer gets new lease of life
BOP is a partnership between the Botswana Public Officers Pensions Fund (BPOPF) and Capital Management Botswana (CMB) with the mandate to invest in businesses in Botswana. Currently, Bramer Life is under statutory management following a financial...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Traffic Police
30 May 2015
Organised public transport way to go
They were responding to a call by the minister of Transport and Communications Tshenolo Mabeo to discuss this very important sector of the economy. This meeting could not have come at the right time. At this meeting it was revealed that over...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 30 May 2015
Workers disunited, Marikana results!
Had the workers stayed as one at NUM or become one at the new AMCU, the massacre wouldn’t have happened. Workers failed to heed the clarion call: “Workers (of the world) unite, you have nothing to lose but your chains!” Marikana...
2208,Michael Dingake,phpFF67.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Conditional parental love- Is it the way to go?
While some children would be celebrating the attachments they have with their parents on these days, others are usually left wishing they too could have reasons to join the celebrations. It seems that it is becoming increasingly common for parents...
475,Correspondent,, 30 May 2015
Zwenshambe chieftainship ruling set for August 28
The applicant, Dingaan Mulale is seeking a declaratory order to the effect that the position of chief or headman of record for Zwenshambe village is assumed by way of elections by residents of Zwenshambe. In addition, he is seeking a declaratory...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Witness absconds proceedings to do farming
With a smile, the 20-year-old told Magistrate Segametsi Basinyi that his farm was the only source of income and therefore would not waste time in court neglecting his livestock. However, the magistrate who was not amused warned him that it was not a...
46713,Lebogang Baingapi,, 30 May 2015
Parents neglect children with disabilities
The school head of Francistown Centre of Deaf Education (FCDE) Chandabona Chida told Mmegi that some parents neglect their children because they are disabled.  She said that some parents abandon their children who have hearing impairments at the...
50362,Faith Siako,, 30 May 2015
Jamataka inaugurates IT Chief
The ceremony, held at the village Kgotla attracted hundreds of villagers as well as dikgosi from neighbouring villages. The youthful Kgosi holds a Diploma in Information Technology (IT) from Gaborone Institute of Professional Studies...
434,Pini Bothoko,php3A86.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Tensions rise at Botswana, Namibia border
The alleged incident, as reported in the Namibian media, comes barely two weeks after the Permanent secretary in the Ministry of Defence, Justice and Security Segakweng Tsiane asserted before the Parliamentary Public Accounts Committee (PAC) that...
662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
BMD youth want 50 percent women representation
So far the BMD constitution advocates for 30 percent, but the party is not abiding by its commitment. Yesterday, the BMDYL president Phenyo Segokgo told the media that their call is motivated by the fact that they value the contribution of women in...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
BDF arson accused pleads not guilty
The 31-year-old Bonno Ikanyeng set alight 25-roomed barracks at Area S camp housing in January 5, 2013. The barracks housed 100 soldiers. The accused is a Guidance and Counselling teacher at Pandagala Junior Secondary School. The cost of the burnt...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg,49080,Lesedi Mkhutshwa,, 30 May 2015
OP impersonator granted bail
The Broadhurst Police apprehended the man on Friday. Police spokesperson, Dipheko    Motube confirmed the incident, stating that the man had approached the Chinese men and demanded they give him the money or risk being...
662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Moyo quits politics
He told Mmegi last Friday he has communicated intention to quit Parliament and active politics to President Ian Khama and Vice President Mokgweetsi Masisi, and that both were against the move.  He said he was not being forced out by the recent...
402,Ryder Gabathuse,phpF55A.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
New BOKA leadership encourages teamwork
Mathe stressed the importance of the association’s affiliates, as they are the owners of karate. Mathe said his committee would focus on pushing the association’s aims and objectives, than their personal interests. He also said the...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 09:45:00, 30 May 2015
CWB adds impetus to grassroots cricket
CWB, a charity organisation that spreads the awareness of HIV/AIDS through cricket, has been in the country since last week. They conducted a number of coaching clinics in primary schools in Thamaga, Kumakwane, Lobatse, Ramotswa and Otse. During...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Bok knocks out Pelane in the first round
Bok started the bout on a disciplined note, studying his opponent. Pelane on the other hand started on a high note, throwing effortless jabs and hooks. After a minute of battling each other in the ring, Bok trapped Pelane in his own corner gave him...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Galaxy, Miscellaneous promoted to the premier league
Galaxy booked their Premier League spot with a 2-0 victory over Tlokweng side, Black Peril in Molepolole on Saturday. The same day in Mahalapye, Miscellaneous also sealed their promotion with a 3-2 win over Mahalapye Hotspurs after spending just one...
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
BNSC affiliates welcome new changes
Reikeletseng started by observing the legislative changes that will see Botswana National Sports Council continue under a new name, the Botswana National Sport Commission. “We will have a Sports Pitso at a date to be confirmed where we will...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 09:39:00, 30 May 2015
Mozambique stun Zebras
The Os Mambas went all the way to beat Zebras 2-1 in an exciting friendly match played at Lobatse Sports Complex. The Zebras dominated the first half of the match as they created numerous scoring chances. Zebras’ attractive passing game saw...
49078,Tumelo Mouwane,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 08:56:00, 30 May 2015
Rhumba fans treated to good music at Alliance Francaise
Democratic Republic of Congo was chosen as the French speaking country to be celebrated this year, based on the fact that it is the largest French speaking country in Africa.The Francophonie event has been taking place for years with various...
46613,Ulla Setswalo,, 30 May 2015
Team Distant shoots massive collaboration video
The music video which was shot in a studio at Commerce Park on Thursday, features South African music giants, African Roots, Metro FM DJ Adil and Scandal actor Kagiso Modupe who plays Mangi in the soapie. Team Distant manager, Pukka Entaile said...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 09:39:00, 30 May 2015
A day of electrifying performances at the Hamptons
The show kick-started in the morning, although the rain in the afternoon gave both the Hamptons promoters and the crowd a scare, everything went back to normal around 4:00 pm.  The place was packed with both the young and old, people came in...
46613,Ulla Setswalo,, 30 May 2015
Ha e duma ya goroga
30 May 2015
Breaking free from self-doubt
When he had left me for a while I executed plans of success. But he despised the smell of success, he smelt it from afar thus came quickly and threw his scent. Self-doubt engulfed me, he over whelmed me.  I tried to repulse the thought of...
475,Correspondent,, 30 May 2015
Let translate Pandamatenga farms vision To Mosisedi farms
The Mosisedi farms are mostly Batswana of young and middle ages. Their efforts are simply breath-taking. A combination of passion, dedication, hard work and high level of productivity reins at Mosisedi. They are simply serious, large-scale farmers...
540,Monitor Editor,, 30 May 2015
GetBucks promises responsible lending
During the relaunch of the company in Gaborone last week, GetBucks managing director, Marthin de Kok said they would apply strict and sensible criteria to ensure that they only lend affordable amounts to their customers. Microlenders have been...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
BTCL inks partnership With Vodafone
Under the non-equity partnership agreement, BTCL will become Vodafone’s preferred partner in Botswana and the companies will jointly offer new products and services in the region. “The partnership will allow us to better differentiate...
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
Farmers Decry Low Livestock Prices
During the media tour organised by Local Enterprises Authority (LEA) last week, farmers urged government to review livestock prices. The major customer for small stock farmers is the government through the LIMID scheme in which a goat is priced at...
445,Keikantse Lesemela,phpF8B6.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Orange 4G now available in Ftown, Palapye and Maun
Dr Patrick Benon, Orange CEO said; “As the first mobile operator to launch 4G technology in the country, we have seen a considerable amount of appetite for the technology, as evident from the number of customers purchasing 4G certified devices...
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
The DCEC must be sued for being vindictive
This trend is disturbing to say the least.  Directorate of Corruption and Economic Crime(DCEC) is itself guilty of abusing public funds and state coffers for victimising people unnecessarily, dragging them to courts and later DPP withdrawing...
475,Correspondent,, 30 May 2015
Thebe wins brand new VW Polo TSI
The promotion ran from November last year in all the stores and wholesalers around the country. “I bought Hunters Gold last year at Tops in Mongala mall in Kanye, then a Hunters merchandiser called me to enter the competition, I still remember...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Multi-million Pula project bungled
The Minister of Infrastructure, Science and Technology, Nonofo Molefhi told Parliament on Thursday that they had not made progress towards handing over of the 48 housing units in Block 6 in Gaborone, to the Ministry of Health. He was answering a...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Mysterious fires terrorise Palapyes Willie family
As recently as last Friday, the fires charred the family of seven’s remaining two blankets. A family member, Mmaseji Willie, said the inexplicable fires begin spontaneously either inside the houses or just anywhere outside.  She said the...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 30 May 2015
Siblings fight over corpse
The brother had sneaked away with the corpse from the morgue with the intention to  bury it in Senyawe, but the other siblings brought it back to be sent to Serowe, after an urgent court matter.  The applicants, Malaki Bowane, Sibusiso...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Only 30% of graduates employed in the last six years
Answering a question from Okavango MP Bagalatia Arone, the assistant Minister in the Office of the President, Philip Makgalemele said there were, however, strategies in place to address the problem. He explained that government has collaborated with...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
IDM scoops 1st prize at Tertiary Education Fair
In a closely contested category for Best Local Public Institution, IDM humbled its fellow contestants by coming top of the group. Amongst the things that the institution impressed the judging panel with, were the aesthetic and ambience of its stall,...
475,Correspondent,, 30 May 2015
BAC stall excels
The judging committee for the BTEF fair presented BAC with the ‘Best Public University’ and ‘Best Overall Stand’ awards for their exhibition. The theme for the stand was an interactive showcase of BAC’s course offering...
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
The banking sector is sound and profitable - Mohohlo
The governor added that the recent economic and market developments have had no adverse impact on levels of capital in the banking industry, with the aggregate Capital Adequacy Ratio at 19 percent as at January 2015, and above the prudential limit of...
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
NDB boasts P1.6bn of assets Morapedi
As the NDB  celebrates 51 years, Morapedi hailed it as a profitable entity that has been paying dividends amounting to P130 million in the past 12 years. The NDB is currently undergoing transformation as it bids to go commercial, and Morapedi...
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
NDB loans out P110m to farmers
NDB CEO, Lorato Morapedi explained that this was a P30 million increase from the previous year when they loaned out P80 million. The CEO and her team on Friday took the local media houses around the Mosisedi farms in Borolong, where the bank has...
410,Monkagedi Gaothobogwe,phpAA57.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
81% say govt officials corrupt- Afro Barometer
Most Batswana believe that political institutions are involved in corruption, and over time this perception has increased. 81 percent of Batswana say that “some,” “most,” or “all” government officials are involved...
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
Modipane porn and a string of Facebook crimes land Facebook celeb in jail
He will be in jail for at least two weeks. Over the weekend unconfirmed reports said he had been whisked to Francistown where the police want him for criminal charges relating to Facebook activities. Unconfirmed reports say a couple had reported...
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
Decoding just about everything
Now Donald Molosi has told us in ‘Decoding the Botswana Flag’ (The Telegraph 25 March) what we did not know about it, an achievement in itself because during the best part of fifty years, nothing of importance would seem to have been left...
2709,Sandy Grant,php13A2.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Step fathers; unsung heroes or villains?
I don’t think anyone deliberately gets into the marriage institution with the sole purpose of bowling out only a few years down the line. Same thing with relationships, unless you have a few loose screws in your head, sane people generally get...
8264,Tumie Modise,php9215.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Dear Amantle Montsho
You have been A mantle of beauty and pried for our nation. Ka Setswana o seaparo se se ntle sa mokgabo le ipelafatso sa Batswana. A mantle you are thus you were called Amantle. This you have lived up to by putting Botswana on the world map and...
8708,Dumi Mmualefe,, 30 May 2015
Obama to travel to Kenya in July
“His trip will build on the success of the August 2014 U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit and continue our efforts to work with countries in sub-Saharan Africa, including Kenya, to accelerate economic growth, strengthen democratic institutions, and...
475,Correspondent,, 30 May 2015
In this week paper
30 May 2015
In this week's paper
30 May 2015
Otukile grabs double at boxing awards
The event was meant to recognise outstanding boxers in the last two years after last year’s ceremony was cancelled due to a clash of dates with a Botswana National Sport Commission (BNSC) ceremony. Otukile, who has been a marvel since the 2014...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Late Chiefs goal denies Nico
In the opening minutes, both set of players played scrappy football finding it difficult to link passes let alone control the ball on the wet surface. Magosi drew the first promising threat in the 7th minute when Onalethata Tshekiso sent through...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 30 May 2015
Forest End First Round Unbeaten
Forest is on top of the log with 25 points and went into the closely contested affair with clear intentions as they eyed promotion to the Premiership. Forest did not waste time to launch attack on their opponents from the first whistle. But, instead...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Gunners run rare riot
The one-sided encounter saw Peleng giants romp to an easy victory with Daniel Chimuku having a good game out wide. Kemmy Pilato netted the first goal in the 10th minute, taking advantage of a disjointed BR Highlanders backline.  Gaofose then...
49078,Tumelo Mouwane,, 30 May 2015
Bots U-17 girls Nipped
Esalenna Galekhutle laid a pass to Lesego Radiakanyo, but the latter skewed her shot. Kamogelo Omphile then made a goal line after Ashely Solomos chipped over advancing keeper in the 14th minute. The visitors broke the deadlock in the 34th minute...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 30 May 2015
Abbie is home
425,Kagiso Onkatswitse,php6EE.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Rollers trounce hapless Lovers
Rollers started like a house on fire taking the game to the visitors. The log leaders went ahead in the seventh minute through Sekhana Koko. The attacker took two defenders for pace on the left flank, cut in to chip over advancing Lovers’...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 30 May 2015
Maitisong President concert fits the Bill
They came out from everywhere. From dustbins, old and abandoned vehicles, behind defunct fridges, from the theatre roof, down the stairs, dark alleys and one cat - really cool one - came out from an empty green water bowser. They meowed all the way...
423,Thalefang Charles,phpAA56.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
A night of appreciating art, performance
Dubbed the Organic Live Sessions Amplified, the open mic session hosted artists from different backgrounds like Mmakgosi Tau, J Nathan, Ntirelang Berman, Sunshine, Fifi Boloseng, Genius Senyatso and Kabo Leburu. The venue was filled up as young...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Black Coffee shines at St. Louis Summer Fest
The main act of the festival, South African star, Black Coffee jumped on stage at 2 pm. The St Louis brand manager, Mpho Motlhabane had in earlier interviews said they wanted to promote afternoon events, hence the decision to schedule the main act...
662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
AWEP empowers women through workshops
This is the first-ever training programme to be conducted by AWEP. It will be in Kasane from November 30 to December 1, 2015. In 2016, training workshops will be conducted in Maun, Gantsi, Tsabong, Francistown and Selebi-Phikwe so as to reach other...
46613,Ulla Setswalo,, 30 May 2015
Local labourers benefit from skills transfer programme
The Expo competition is called “Itlhokotse Skills Transfer Programme”. Masisi said the initiative gives hope that a new way of doing business is emerging within the construction industry.  “I anticipate that other companies...
46613,Ulla Setswalo,, 30 May 2015
Piping water from Lesotho- At what cost?
The report concluded with the Minister’s reminder that this country has made an agreement with Lesotho and South Africa to draw water from the Lesotho Highlands. ’After we conducted feasibility studies, we were satisfied that it was...
2709,Sandy Grant,php13A2.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Our leaders just dress badly
While I am alive to the fact that our legislatures have more serious and I imagine, even pressing business to attend to once elected into political office, to some of us, even to many impressionable young people out there, we all look up to these...
8264,Tumie Modise,php9215.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
The establishment of the protectorate (part 26) From Glasgow to Brighton
From Glasgow in the north to Brighton in the south they criss-crossed Mmamosadinyana’s kingdom, tirelessly pressing their case at each stopover against Botswana’s transfer to the control of Rhodes’ Chartered Company. One of the...
2894,Jeff Ramsay,php4F39.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
We welcome the recent rains
For the thirsty greater Gaborone region, the Bokaa Dam has found drops enough to quench the thirst for 10 months, as the Metsimotlhabe River experienced a rare moment of flooding beyond its banks, resulting in the current dam level of Bokaa, just...
540,Monitor Editor,, 30 May 2015
Air Botswana
30 May 2015
In the cross-fire
BOFEPUSU was not in attendance at the Labour Advisory Board (LAB) meeting convened by deputy chairman Sam Leero in the absence of the chairman Kingsley Sebele. Representing the workers was the Botswana Federation of Trade Union (BFTU), who had also...
410,Monkagedi Gaothobogwe,phpAA57.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Sefalanas first online shopping takes off
Sefalana director of Finance, Mohamed Osman says so far the response has been positive and they are getting a lot of interest. “Those who have seen similar offering in Europe and other parts of the world are very excited to see this in the...
410,Monkagedi Gaothobogwe,phpAA57.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Motsamai doesnt regret corporatising BOPEU
Despite having this posh office as the president of BOPEU, Motsamai’s 7:30am – 4:30pm job is at the Institute of Health Sciences (IHS), where he works as a laboratory technician. In fact he has not been to his BOPEU office for a while...
410,Monkagedi Gaothobogwe,phpAA57.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
PY congress to produce youthful female VP
At the special congress, BOPEU resolved that an affirmative action be adopted to recognise the  youth and females, who make up the majority of the burgeoning membership of BOPEU that now stand at 31,000. The new position will be known as Vice...
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
Aviation technicians graduate
Witnessed by the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Transport Neil Fitt, as well as representatives from the Civil Aviation Authority, the Botswana Defence Force Air Wing and the Police Air Wing, the new graduates were told that opportunities for...
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
Khama replaces suspended judges
Motlhabi informed them that Khama, acting in accordance with the advice of the Judicial Service Commission (JSC), has appointed Bashi Moesi as the substantive High Court judge effective from January 1, 2015. Khama also appointed little known Boipuso...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
High Tirelo Sechaba exit rate in Phikwe district
Addressing a full council meeting, Mojuta said the exit rate in the district stood at 99 percent. At the end of October this year, 198 participants were placed in different departments within the district. He said one other challenge is inadequate...
403,Onalenna Kelebeile,, 30 May 2015
Vavi To Address Congress On Politics
His former union, a strong ANC ally, however has in its fold affiliates that are not political allies of any political Party, such as SA Municipal Workers’ Union(which refused to campaign for the ANC), while another affiliate SASBO is said to...
399,Staff Writer,, 30 May 2015
BDP wants reconciliation with trade unions
Speaking at the region’s special congress in the capital city over the weekend, Monare revealed that it was not easy anymore for the BDP to do house-to-house campaigns in the homes of civil servants. “It used to be easy to do...
54598,Goitsemodimo Kaelo,php4B2C.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Rolling over Lovers
30 May 2015
Paris conference could be climate turning point, says Obama
Negotiators from 195 countries will try to reach a deal within two weeks aimed at reducing global carbon emissions and limiting global warming to 2C (3.6F). Leaders from 147 nations are addressing the meeting, known as COP21. President Obama urged...
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TB Joshua fails to appear in court
The case at the Lagos high court followed a coroner's ruling in July that blamed Joshua's Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN) and two engineers for the September 12, 2014 tragedy. 81 of the victims were South African. Coroner Oyetade Komolafe...
475,Correspondent,, 30 May 2015
In Friday paper
30 May 2015
P50,000 up for grabs in snooker final
The second prize is P16,000 and the player who finishes third will pocket P10,000. The competition is organised by an events company, Earth Life Africa. The tournament organiser, Marang Morolong, said they are excited about the finale and the stage...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
BDF VI target league title
BDF coach, Selebatso Mabutho said they intend to win all their remaining games. “We normally provide players with counselling before any match as a way of avoiding mistakes. Our camp has been hit by injuries, but the squad that is travelling to...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Electronic registration worries First Division North
The e-registration system is a requirement for all teams affiliated to FIFA and it provides a database for all the players, for easy access and tracking of player movements. The regional secretary general, Rapula Gaotlhobogwe said the system...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 30 May 2015
David versus Goliath encounters in womens league
Meat Girls are at the peak of the log standings with 13 points from five games while Legends are on 11th position having lost all of their games. The fixture look more like a walk in the park for the log leaders. However, Meat Girls’ coach,...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 30 May 2015
BNSC concerned about hockey development
The championship is a Rio Olympic Games qualifier event and comes to an end on Sunday. Botswana men’s team was beaten 30-0 by South Africa and 19-0 to Zimbabwe. The side went to on be hammered 27-0 by Ghana and suffered a 5-0 loss to Namibia....
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
GU start Mascom Top 8 defence
The defending champions will be playing their second game under new coach, Dragojlo Stanojlovic after parting ways with Rahman Gumbo last week. They have been blowing hot and cold this season, but registered a victory against Jwaneng Galaxy last...
411,Boitumelo Khutsafalo,phpCD8F.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Blatter was more like a black person dressed in a white colour
The majority of these men I must say were either cowards or they only saw Blatter as a colossus than one they could not challenge. The majority I must think had strong confidence and conviction in his leadership. For the less developed countries,...
8262,Dennis Keagile,phpE65F.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
A year after the Botswana 2014
What immediately struck me was the long queue of citizens, women and men, from all social backgrounds and ages, patiently waiting to act on their electoral right. All were smartly dressed and waiting patiently, chatting away to each other. Once they...
475,Correspondent,, 30 May 2015
21st century fascism
Under advanced capitalism, Phillips rightly observed, the structural demands for a return on investment require an unending expansion of centralised capital in the hands of fewer and fewer people. The financial center of global capitalism is so...
475,Correspondent,, 30 May 2015
Will the real Moses kindly step forward? (Part 3)
Therein, I showed that Moses was based in Lower Egypt (the north), from where he “worked” Thothmoses III, the pharaoh of all Egypt, while Joseph was busy working the Royal House of Upper Egypt (the south) – close relatives of the...
2213,L M Leteane,phpFA0D.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Reinforcing the need for a military doctrine
In doing so I will do my very best to not leave the un-militarised reader behind in sharing my viewpoint.  In my persuasive approach, I am trying to convince both the learned and the layman with my viewpoints on the issue of military doctrine....
481,Richard Moleofe,phpE31.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Reckless Kgathi must apologise
He said this a day after the players had run away from their hotel in Francistown to seek refuge at Kutlwano police station after their world cup qualifier game against Zebras. The players later won a temporary reprieve thanks to the gutsy...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 30 May 2015
Is Botswana ready for the backpackers?
Botswana has made it to the top spot on Lonely Planet’s Best Country To Visit in 2016 list.  The Botswana Tourism Organisation (BTO) seems to be happy with the listing as evident from the press statement they issued on Wednesday after the...
423,Thalefang Charles,phpAA56.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Parliament should fight governments xenophobia
This is after an embarrassing statement by the Minister of Justice, Defence and Security that no consideration would be given for the players plea for political asylum.  The statement by the Minister and his other actions lately on asylum issues...
47877,Dithapelo Keorapetse,phpDED0.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Botswanas National Monuments
Lentswe la Baratani Hill There are many legends surround Baratani, but the best known is about two young lovers who were denied permission to marry. Despondent, they tragically both flung themselves off the cliff to their deaths. Or, most likely,...
475,Correspondent,, 30 May 2015
Every hour is rush hour in Kampala
Setting foot on the streets of Kampala, one is met by an army of motorbikes locally known as boda-bodas travelling at lightning speed.  It is quite a scene to behold: women with bowls full of bananas on their heads, children selling edibles...
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
The plight of an unsound mind
In the past, it was believed that mentally ill people had demons.  According to Sbrana Psychiatric Hospital senior consultant psychiatrist, Namendwa Kuboka Leech, mental health patients were subjected to all forms of torture and abuse in the...
49078,Tumelo Mouwane,, 30 May 2015
Cooking from the heart
Chefs are also classified as foodies. Burnt is a remarkably funny and emotional story about the love for food, the love between two people, and the power of second chances. Hangover funny man and American Sniper star Bradley Cooper (Adam Jones) is a...
46405,Bakang Israel,, 30 May 2015
The Metrophones to combine music and theatre
The show director, Gaosi Raditholo, told the media on Wednesday that the show would be entitled The heart of music rebirth. “The reason for all this is to re-launch the band and mark our five years of existence,” she said. Raditholo said...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Writing scary stories
Clichés are a problem because they create boring writing with no imagination behind it. These clichéd storylines can be used only if they are approached in a new and exciting way that can push the reader’s mind away from the...
52205,Lauri Kubuitsile,php7D1E.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Botswana students in SA advised against using campus libraries
This comes on the backdrop of the ongoing students’ protests against increasing tuition fees in South African universities. Although the authorities are still grappling to figure out the exact number of Botswana students studying in South...
54598,Goitsemodimo Kaelo,php4B2C.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Sereetsis confessions and the renaissance of the four-string guitar
One evening, many years ago, a young boy saw an inebriated old man playing his guitar while passing by their house and followed him. The boy enjoyed the music coming from this dirty guitar old man and marched on with him. The astonished young fella...
423,Thalefang Charles,phpAA56.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Archeology student turns to art
Seabenyane, a multi-talented artist who has been in the industry for close to 10 years, has managed to establish her own art studio called Art of the Blue. She is into  painting, beadwork, curatorship, costume design, stage props, recycling,...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Barclays offers upfront fixed deposit account
An upfront-fixed deposit is a financial instrument by which a bank depositor agrees to lodge a fixed sum of funds with the bank for a fixed period at a fixed rate of interest. The money is usually fixed at the time the deposit is made. Speaking to...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Careless driving claims more lives on roads
“Careless drivers are still the number one cause of road accidents,” Mabeo said when opening a road safety symposium. “ Other causes of road accidents are animals on the road, vehicle defects, driver fatigue and pedestrian...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Tempers fly as Dikgosi push for review of Bogosi Act
Kgosi Galeakanye Modise of Tswapong region had requested that the second House to ask the Government to make a holistic review of the Bogosi Act. Modise said the Act was vague and ambiguous in at least 14 sections hence the need for reviewing. He...
54815,Innocent Selatlhwa,php522E.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Inform yourself
Let’s start with modern technology. In the last month, I’ve been forced to remove twelve posts from our Facebook group because they appeared to be advertising pornography. In fact they weren’t linking to porn at all, they just...
48722,Consumer Watchdog,, 30 May 2015
Business awards urged to broaden scope
Former vice president, Ponatshego Kedikilwe said this recently at the inaugural Private Business Growth Award where Sprint Couriers emerged as the winners. The awards were organised by Grant Thornton in collaboration with Business Botswana. The...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Botswana towers over peers in trade reforms
This was said by an official of the  Switzerland-based institution at a workshop held here this week. Parliament ratified Botswana’s commitment to the TFA in June this year to become the second African state to do so and the eighth...
406,Brian Benza,phpE652.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Econsult paints gloomy economic picture
The firm stated in its economic review of the third quarter of 2015 that the situation goes deeper than the current depression in commodity markets. According to Econsult, this reflects a number of longer-term problems such as unreliable supply of...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Market headwinds drag ODC sales down 35%
In the period January to September, ODC  sold 1.64 million carats of rough valued at $303 million.  According to ODC deputy managing director, Marcus ter Haar this represented a 35 percent drop in the value of rough stones sold in the same...
406,Brian Benza,phpE652.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Stimulus package could hurt economy economists
In a recent economic review for the third quarter of 2015, analysts from Econsult Botswana, Keith Jefferis, Brandon Basele and Sethunya Sejoe argued that in some respects, the stimulus package could make things worse.  The experts indicated that...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Tempers fly as Dikgosi push for review of Bogosi Act
Kgosi Galeakanye Modise of Tswapong region had requested that the second House to ask the Government to make a holistic review of the Bogosi Act. Modise said the Act was vague and ambiguous in at least 14 sections hence the need for reviewing. He...
54815,Innocent Selatlhwa,php522E.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Pioneering P42bn fuel producing plant for F/town
A joint venture private energy company, Coal Petroleum says it has commenced the development of a 20,000 barrels per day (bpd) Coal-To-Liquids co-generation and Fertiliser Project to be located in the Dumela industrial area of Francistown. The...
406,Brian Benza,phpE652.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Modimo loses appeal with costs
The High Court had dismissed his call for a review of his charges and his guilty verdict to be set aside. The Disciplinary Committee of the Law Society of Botswana (LSB) found Abel Modimo of Modimo & Associates guilty of unprofessional conduct...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Banna, itseng mabele a lona
Whether he is willing to admit it or not, every man for most of his life blissfully drifts about with little thought about his own mortality. Coupled with the masculine macho, both instinctive and taught socially, men are far less likely to concern...
422,Mbongeni Mguni,php1604.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Selebatso acquitted of defilement
Magistrate Basetsana Keakantse noted Thursday that it is a prerequisite in a defilement case that the age of the complainant be properly established. In order to prove the age of the complainant, a birth certificate must be produced or any person who...
46713,Lebogang Baingapi,phpCC5C.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
China ends one-child policy after 35 years
The announcement followed a four-day Communist party summit in Beijing where China’s top leaders debated financial reforms and how to maintain growth at a time of heightened concerns about the economy. China will “fully implement a...
475,Correspondent,, 30 May 2015
Foreign policy urgently needed analyst
Speaking of the blunders and embarrassing utterances on international matters that the Ian Khama administration is prone to, the social and political commentator told Mmegi that only a clear foreign policy could help the situation. “The truth...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Govt wins against Sinohydro
Yesterday the Court of Appeal (CoA) ruled in favour of the government following a 2014 decision by Lobatse High Court Justice, Michael Leburu, which required government to pay the P43m into a mutually held escrow account as directed by the Dispute...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Africans benefit from the ICC processes Bensuda
Addressing journalists yesterday at the Phakalane Golf Estates, Bensuda said that it is not true that the court is targeting African leaders, but helping the voiceless victims of the perpetrators. The African Union has accused the ICC of targeting...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
NACA shutdown
The government has, amid tension and fear from stakeholders, resolved to dissolve National Aids Coordinating Agency (NACA), an iconic government organisation that has been instrumental in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Mmegi has established that...
54922,Tefo Pheage,phpBCC.tmp.jpg, 30 May 2015
Not on my suit
30 May 2015
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