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31 May 2015
Hogs Maul Jaguars To Claim Rugby Title
Hogs went into the match as favourites and Jaguars were expected to cause an upset.  The visitors became the first team in the league’s history to qualify for the final in their debut.  The two sides have played against each other on...
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Masire-Mwamba urges participants to keep clean image
She said that not only does Botswana advocate for clean games, but it is also against the use of performance-enhancing drugs in sport. Masire-Mwamba said it is the responsibility of the country to do it in a manner that reflects what Botswana is...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 31 May 2015
Botswana relay teams hopes dashed at World Champs
The team made up of Onkabetse Nkobolo, Nijel Amos, Leaname Maotoanong and Isaac Makwala finished on position five despite registering national record of 2:59.95. Three top finishers from each of the two heats qualified automatically, while two more...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,, 31 May 2015
Gilport Lions Hold Chiefs
Lions’ David Makakaba and Sekgabo Molebatsi faced their former side. Another former chiefs player, Kenamile Mani was in the starting line-up. Coach Paradzayi Mandivenga was in charge for the first time after being granted a work permit. The...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 31 May 2015
Makgantai Saves Nico United
The game did not attract satisfactory attendance by supporters perhaps a factor that can be attributed to the fact that it was initially scheduled to start at 7pm before rescheduling it for 4pm. The game lacked sparks with neither team showing...
52115,Ivy Matlho,, 31 May 2015
BR Highlanders Force A Draw Against Rollers
From the beginning, Rollers played a high-pressure game pushing numbers forward. However, they could not find the breakthrough against resilient Mahalapye based side. Their best chance came in the sixth minute when Joel Mogorosi who was a handful for...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 31 May 2015
Gunners edge GU
It was their fourth win in four games and remained perched at the summit of the log standings with 12 points. The game kicked off at a high pace with GU looking to grab an early goal, but Gunners defence was too alert at the back. Gunners got back...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,, 31 May 2015
UB Staff Strut Stuff For Charity
The beauty pageant themed ‘Beauty and Charity’, aims to raise funds for different charities and encourage social change through giving back. The reigning queen will now embark on charity work and encourage the spirit of voluntarism among...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Stiff Competition At Miss Botswana Elimination Round
The elimination round saw 30 models parading in different outfits by 11 local designers in an effort to get a spot in the top 16. The models staged a competitive show on the ramp giving each other stiff competition. They had different styles and...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Samanthas Transitions Sets BotswanaCraft On Fire
Despite the fact that she shared the stage with established names, such as Lister Boleseng and Zeus, the singer known for her beautiful voice and angelic character, was able to stamp her authority. Revellers screamed at the top of their voices when...
662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Barclays CashSend Transforms Money Transfer
In January 2015 Barclays Bank of Botswana introduced CashSend, a virtual money transfer service. Accessible through any mobile phone, be it the latest smartphone or ‘sedilame’ the most basic phone, this virtual banking service allows all...
399,Staff Writer,, 31 May 2015
How We Perceive Our Income
My maths teacher did an experiment with our class in high school, she wanted to know our perception of what our parents earned. This clever teacher understood the phenomenon and wanted us to realise it while we were still young enough for it to make...
475,Correspondent,, 31 May 2015
SPEDU, BCL Urged To Cooperate
Speaking at a full council meeting last week, councillor Mogae Ketshogile said it was important for SPEDU not to be in the forefront because there were complications and unforeseen circumstances such as costs. “Capturing of mine emissions is...
403,Onalenna Kelebeile,, 31 May 2015
Francistown Abattoir Set To Resume Operations
This was said by city mayor, Sylvia Muzila last week when addressing an ordinary full council meeting here. The abattoir, which is undergoing maintenance, was leased to a local company Judex Ventures in July last year. The lease is for a period of...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Duo Promotes Natural, Healthy Lifestyle
Francoise Horenburg, a Botswana resident of French nationality, established the company in 1987.  The name Sanvit is derived from Sanitas, which means health and Vitas which means life. It is clear from the company’s name that it is all...
46613,Ulla Setswalo,, 31 May 2015
Teachers Are Abusing Overtime
This action was tantamount to throwing a single bone  to a group  of hungry dogs because it has created some unbearable conflict in some schools. Some ever broke and uninformed teachers thought and still believe the money was meant ...
475,Correspondent,, 31 May 2015
Let Dingaka Regulations Prosper The Trade
This is welcome indeed. Traditional healing practice, whether done  by bones throwing gurus, herbalists or spiritual healers has to be done and conducted in a responsible  and accountable manner. This will be good news to the customer...
540,Monitor Editor,, 31 May 2015
Results of Goodhope-Mabule By elections
399,Staff Writer,, 31 May 2015
The Establishment Of The Protectorate (Part 14) The Secheleland Conspiracy
The duplicity of Lippert and his associates is reflected in their notorious April 1891 “Humbug Concession” with the Amandebele Nkosi Lobengula. The documents for this concession were finalised after one of Lippert’s Matabeleland...
2894,Jeff Ramsay,php4F39.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Female Viagra For Who?
You know mother nature has a wicked sense of humour when royalty decide to rumble in the jungle with commoners for a seat in the August house, but  you know for sure that the gods have totally gone crazy when a female Viagra, we are told,...
8264,Tumie Modise,php9215.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Fishy Deals
It stated that,  the sustainable land management project undertaken by the UNDP has funded the feasibility study to establish a fish processing plant. Work that out! It then reported that the government has facilitated a fish export deal with...
2709,Sandy Grant,php13A2.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
FNBB Unveils P3 Million First Park
The park has been re-named First Park because of its adoption by FNB Botswana. The newly developed park will be open for use by the general public. It also encompasses playground for children. FNBB Foundation invested more than P3 million in the...
425,Kagiso Onkatswitse,, 31 May 2015
Taking Health & Wellness To The Corporate World
She sees her service in the society as more of a catalyst for health and wellness, especially to the ever-busy urban workforce. The urban life, according to Setimela comes with its own pressures and stress that weigh negatively on the state of the...
399,Staff Writer,, 31 May 2015
Boometswe Mokgothu: President Mogaes Most Trusted Minister
Well, I wasn’t so much interested in capturing his directions because I knew I would easily find his place once I arrived in Letlhakeng. He  has been the Member of Parliament for 20 uninterrupted years, who in the village would not know...
50929,Sonny Serite,, 31 May 2015
Batsadi Leisure Programme Launches
The programme seeks to add a new dimension to the quality of lives of adults, especially retirees and senior citizens through exclusive entertainment. The company founder and Director, Nick Ndaba said recently when launching the SBELP at Lansmore...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Young Women NGO Urged To Include Men
The Christian movement had its annual conference over the weekend where the membership reaffirmed its position to respond to pertinent issues affecting women and young people today. Youthful YWCA member, who also represented its offshoot -Young Men...
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Test For Diseases Early Mompati
Riverside Hospital’s Managing Director, Dr Kgosidialwa Mompati said this when giving a keynote address at a health fair at the village. The fair was held under the theme, ‘Partnerships towards health communities with Zero new HIV...
434,Pini Bothoko,php3A86.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Limkokwing Donates ICT Equipment To Morama JSS
The  school performed poorly in the 2014 JC results with a drop of 9.7% and 44% pass rate.  The school head, Mpho Lesego  said  the school is ICT challenged but that students excel well in sports. Limkokwing spokesperson, Mercy...
46713,Lebogang Baingapi,, 31 May 2015
Princess Marina Medical Lab Gets Accreditation
The certification as explained by the hospital management, is meant to ensure quality and reliability of diagnosis. The standard issued by the Southern African Development Community Accreditation Service (SADCAS) is called ISO 15189:2012. The scope...
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
No Deaths Registered In Ramotswas 168 Diarrhoea Cases
The  South East District Health Management Team (DHMT)  told The Monitor that they have since discharged all the diarrhoea patients, mostly children DHMT head, Ellen Rannoba said  that no fresh cases were recorded last week adding...
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Traditional Doctors Law Coming
Speaking at the traditional medicine men gathering in Sefhophe, Jibri said this year’s theme, which was: “Regulation of the Traditional Health Practitioner in the African Region”, was appropriate. He said it was appropriate because...
52115,Ivy Matlho,, 31 May 2015
Boy, 13, Discharged For Raping Granny
Principal Magistrate Dumisani Basupi said what was required was for the prosecution to prove its case against the accused beyond reasonable doubt. Basupi said the complainant stated that someone tripped and had sex with her while she was gathering...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Balete Celebrate Bojale
The occasion themed Ngwana Wa Kgomo Ithute Molodi (cattle owner should know how to whistle) started with village elders show-casing cultural artifacts and demonstration of Balete’s ways of life such as grinding sorghum with stones, skin chair...
425,Kagiso Onkatswitse,, 31 May 2015
In Friday's paper
31 May 2015
Dr Kims tourney attracts 60 golfers
The tournament is held as a way of remembering one of the first members of the Francistown Golf club, Dr Chong Kim who came to Botswana in 1969 and worked as a doctor in Francistown. The late Dr. Kim’s family sponsors the tournament in memory...
52115,Ivy Matlho,, 31 May 2015
Bowling teams begin Africa States preparations
The teams go into camp this weekend as they prepare to face Kenya, Namibia, Malawi, South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia and Zimbabwe in the annual tournament. The competition is contested for in four disciplines being the singles, pairs, triples and...
52115,Ivy Matlho,, 31 May 2015
Kabelano Cup organisers carry out postmortem
The Kabelano Trust said the review meeting would be held tomorrow. “We will have all our stakeholders, and after the meeting then we will issue a report on this year’s tournament,” Kabelano Trust spokesperson Lesego Pule...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 31 May 2015
Gaborone Motor Club denies boycott reports
A GMC member and well known rider, Motsumi Lekone had said the club was considering ditching BMS competitions. GMC chairman, Kevin Branch refuted the allegations saying they were false and aimed at destroying the reputation of the club. He clarified...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,, 31 May 2015
Players transfers: The hits and misses
Township Rollers Mogogi Gabonamong:  Gino’s experience will be key for Rollers in their attempt to reclaim glory. He comes at a time when Rollers have been relying heavily on Malawian midfielder, Lawrence Majawa in the holding midfield...
411,Boitumelo Khutsafalo,phpCD8F.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
First Division in the dark over Magaganes Rollers move
The committee chairperson, Sam Keitireng said they have not received official communication from Magagane on his new appointment. Keitireng told Mmegi Sport yesterday they can only discuss the way forward after receiving communication from...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Lukewarm BFA assembly on the cards
The elephant in the Gaborone International Convention Centre (GICC) room is likely to be a motion on the Premier League’s autonomy. For years, the Premier League has advocated for autonomy as it seeks greater independence in running of its own...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Francistown to host maiden meat festival
Organisers of the event said that they anticipate that dozens of people will attend the event. One of the event organisers, Theophillus Moduane, a student at Management College of Southern Africa (MANCOSA) said in an interview, “The festival...
49080,Lesedi Mkhutshwa,, 31 May 2015
Mystical thrill a spiritual journey
The Indian artist recently exhibited the artwork under the theme, ‘Mystical Thrill’, at Thapong visual arts centre in Gaborone. The exhibition boasted of 28 art works that reflected his spiritual journey. The arts works comprise of...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Misinterpretation always spells problems
When aliens misinterpret video-feeds of classic arcade games as a declaration of war against them, they attack the Earth, using the games as models for their various assaults. President Will Cooper (Kevin James) has to call his childhood best...
46405,Bakang Israel,, 31 May 2015
The iconic Elephant Ivory Sculpture
Standing in the middle of a large circular weaved basket with traditionally-inspired decoration on the ground floor of Sir Seretse Khama International Airport is the world’s first elephant sculpture made out of pure ivory. On closer inspection...
423,Thalefang Charles,phpAA56.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Butale aside, why Botswanas democratic culture needs to deepen
The recent tussle in Parliament between the Honourable Dr. Butale and the Deputy Speaker of Parliament Kagiso Molatlhegi, points to a dire need to deepen our society’s democratic culture, starting with Parliament. The need for collective self-...
53074,Bakang Ntshingane,, 31 May 2015
BURS strikers urged to form union
There are various fundamental reasons the world- over why workers go on strike in any country and in any modernised organisations and one such reason is as outlined below:   Economic Growth The country’s economic growth may stimulate...
475,Correspondent,, 31 May 2015
No body should be president for life
They intimidate the citizenry and amend the constitution to stay in power.  This is the tragedy that has befallen the African continent. In his historic address to the African Union this week, the US President Barack Obama lambasted African...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 31 May 2015
Unemployment
31 May 2015
Seeds of doubt at miracle crusades
Recently, Zimbabwean mega-church founder and leader, Pastor Magaya, took over Gaborone for a weekend with hundreds of believers thronging the three-day healing crusade. Starting in Tlokweng and later moving to Block 7, thousands of faithful...
662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
CoA removes silver lining from Mt Burgess cloud
Miners dread suits. In fact, during their unguarded moments, some may reveal that the fear of wearing suits is what led them to mining. Spending days under the searing heat and those restless, starry nights, deep in the bush, either mining or...
422,Mbongeni Mguni,php1604.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Presidential term limits in Africa: The real story
While others succeeded, others were stopped in their tracks, but that has not discouraged more incumbents from trying their luck. Whenever and wherever attempts have been made to change the constitutions against the will of the people, a...
475,Correspondent,, 31 May 2015
Sluggish market dents sales of Ghaghoo diamonds
According to a statement released by Gem Diamonds yesterday, high inventory levels and continued liquidity concerns, coupled with global macroeconomic uncertainties, have continued to place pressure on rough and polished diamond prices, denting the...
399,Staff Writer,, 31 May 2015
Looking to 2019
Already playing out and pointing to determining factors are the election of Botsalo Ntuane as secretary general of the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), the almost certain merger of the three opposition parties – the Botswana National Front...
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Two sides
It is impossible to be completely impartial and all of us are subject to biases. Most importantly we all think most of the time that we are right and other people are wrong. I am a good driver, it is everyone else who is useless on the road. I am a...
48722,Consumer Watchdog,, 31 May 2015
Namibian business boosts Sefalana
According to the group’s audited financial results for that period, the Namibian business made a significant contribution of over P800 million to the group’s turnover and P26 million to profit before tax. This represented 23 percent of...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
BMC seeks another P300 million bailout
Last week, Parliament’s finance and estimates committee chaired by Ignatius Moswaane, tabled a financial paper requesting for supplementary expenditure for the consolidated and development funds. The paper is expected to be debated in...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Is Platini principled or cowardly?
Not long ago he came sixth in a poll of the world’s greatest footballers to emerge in the last century. As a player, he was a technically gifted offensive midfielder who was also a prolific scorer; both in open play and set pieces. He retired...
31 May 2015
CITF tackles unemployment
While the lack of jobs is still ravaging the country, according to Moepi, a light is twinkling in the distance. Soon the country would be swarming with citizens ready to take up jobs in the construction industry. BusinessWeek:  Please give the...
576,Galebolae Ngakane,php5932.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Households sidelined from mortgage financing
This has secluded a majority of households from owning residential properties, analysts reckon.  In a quarterly economic report, analysts at consultancy firm, Econsult say although Botswana has a relatively high Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per...
406,Brian Benza,phpE652.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Watch out for the energy suckers
I first met such a person a few years ago. I don’t know how he got my phone number but he did. He phoned me and said he had a manuscript and would be bringing it to me in Mahalapye so I could read it. I should give him my address. At the time,...
52205,Lauri Kubuitsile,php7D1E.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Second time death row inmate to finally hang
The 55-year-old Gabaakanye was sentenced to death for the murder of a visually impaired septuagenarian at Ga-Mosusu Lands in 2010. He was also jailed for five years for unlawfully wounding the wife of the 74-year-old deceased man. Gabaakanye, who...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Govt too suspicious of private sector, says economist
The book, Delusions of Grandeur (second edition) was launched in Phakalane on Wednesday night.  “There are many aspects of the business climate that could be improved, often at little cost by simple regulatory reform. But after lots of...
404,Bame Piet,phpB30D.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
BCP suspends Ditimamolelo
The BCP spokesperson Dithapelo Keorapetse confirmed the suspension of key members of the troublesome ‘Ditimamolelo’ factions last night.  “The executive committee of Botswana Congress Party has at its meeting of 30th July 2015...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Debates on the Gender Policy
Most Members of Parliament who have debated the policy lament the narrow definition of gender which they contend limits issues of gender to male or female. They argued there are contemporary gender issues that the policy fails to deal with. For...
31 May 2015
Khama questions top lawyers security credentials
Khama declined to appoint Motumise to become a judge and instead Zane Kebonang was made acting judge in his place following the Law Society of Botswana (LSB) and Motumise challenging the President’s act. Subsequent to Khama rejecting the...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Botswana condemns the killing of a lion in Zimbabwe
In a press statement released on Friday afternoon, government spokesperson Jeff Ramsay condemned the killing of the famed lion. “The Government of Botswana has learnt with deep concern of the killing of a collared and protected lion by an...
31 May 2015
Tshekedi Khama was right to oppose Seretses marriage (Part 2)
” It must be understood from Seretse’s own admission that he knew from the onset that his marriage to a white woman would be a violation on the very culture and traditions of his people. Seretse knew very well that he had not only...
481,Richard Moleofe,phpE31.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Inside Guma, Olopeng bribery and corruption case
The documents seen by Mmegi are affidavits in the ongoing court case against the two MPs. The court case will resume before chief magistrate Lenah Oahile-Mokibe at the Village Magistrate Court next Wednesday. According to the affidavit deposed by...
662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
JSC concurs with Khama on Motumise
In a lengthy answering affidavit deposed by JSC secretary, Michael Motlhabi signed two days ago, the provisions of the Constitution further buttress this interpretation. This case concerns the reviewability of Khama’s decision not to appoint...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Motswaledi Report: more questions than answers
A year into the death of Motswaledi, the question as to whether his accident was a hit on his life or another random fatal car crash still lingers.  Senior members of his party who held the viewpoint that Motswaledi died as a result of foul...
423,Thalefang Charles,phpAA56.tmp.jpg,3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Inside the true story of the Nefilim (Part 2)
I will give a concrete example. We all somewhat naively trust that “mainstream” science is always bona-fide, always considers everything before carefully tendering an opinion; that they have no agenda other than unadulterated truth. But...
2213,L M Leteane,phpFA0D.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Running from F/town to Gabs for you
It is lunchtime in Gaborone. The Y-Care Charitable Trust Chairman Modise Koofhethile walks into the organisation’s boardroom. He is fresh from his day job at Botswana Oil, where he is the new General Manager Corporate Strategy and Business...
423,Thalefang Charles,phpAA56.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
In the Tuesday week
31 May 2015
Things that go bump in the night Part Two
These ones appear coy but are probably the dodgiest, because they come across as other revelers and look attractive in their funky hairstyles, painted lips and fashionable garb. Easy targets are men, especially those who love women, and salivate...
510,Keletso Thobega,phpA3BD.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Stanbic Bank rewards local athletes
Godiraone Nthompe and Mema Tiango, the best performing local athletes in the men and women’s categories, were each presented with P5,000. Speaking during the event Stanbic Bank client relations manager, Omphemetse Dube said the bank takes...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 09:45:00, 31 May 2015
Judo harvests 16 medals in Swaziland
The team overreached itself by plundering four gold, six silver and six bronze to leave coach, Kingsley Segokotlo elated. So accomplished was the performance that Segokotlo felt the team could have done better. “We did well, but could have done...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Teams resume unfinished business
Police XI and high riding Orapa United kicked-off the week’s busy schedule last night, with a further five fixtures lined-up for today. Log leaders, Mochudi Centre Chiefs resume their title onslaught with a trip to Serowe to face struggling...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Kebatho impresses as Zebras labour
The defeat comes after the Zebras’ juniors, the Under-23 side had done their work well on Wednesday night, winning 2-0 against Lesotho. However, the senior side came unstuck as their play was not entirely convincing. Some of the youngsters,...
49078,Tumelo Mouwane,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 08:56:00, 31 May 2015
Children treated to early Easter fun at Airport Junction Mall
Airport Junction Mall came alive on Saturday with the joyful noise of children enjoying all kinds of games assembled for the fun day. Although the day kicked off on a low note, this didn’t affect the children present as they eagerly waited to...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Barclays bank brings LAtelier art competition to Botswana
This time around, the competition invited young and emerging artists from Botswana to showcase their talents internationally.  The five artists selected to compete in South Africa are Incubates Mpolokeng, Obed Mokhuhlani, Kumbulani Thubu, Botho...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
I will continue performing and preaching in nightclubs Vee
Of late, people have been complaining about his performances in unholy places’ such as bars and clubs where recently he has been spotted preaching during his performances, some had doubts about his credibility saying he should stop performing...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Ballout wins Little Miss Universe Botswana
Ballout’s luck started after she was crowned Little Miss Photogenic, a special award, which gave members of the public an opportunity to vote through social media.  The award meant that she automatically made it to the top 10. The...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Phaladi steals Kochs thunder
Phenyo affectionately known as Master did not have to try hard to make the audience laugh their heads off. He started his performance on a high note. He came up on stage dressed in His Excellency’s favourite casual wear, cowboy hat and a...
49047,Amanda Dichabe,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 08:51:00, 31 May 2015
Motshwarakgole amongst TEEP beneficiaries
TEEP is a multi-year programme of training, funding, and mentoring, designed to empower the next generation of African entrepreneurs. The three beneficiaries, Lerato Motshwarakgole of Generations fame, Mavis Nduchwa and Chokwe Goitseone, are among...
49047,Amanda Dichabe,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 08:51:00, 31 May 2015
GCC should get serious or be disbanded
Just when we thought that the Daisy Loo scandal was embarrassing enough to wake up officers from their slumber, it is evident that there are more surprises that await the nation from the council. It is reported that the GCC books of accounts have not...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 31 May 2015
Botswana Diamond Industry
31 May 2015
Electra Mining Botswana expo slated for September
According to a press release from the promoters, exhibitors at the show will have the opportunity to network with key decision-makers from Botswana’s growing industrial and mining sectors, position their company brand, grow their client base...
399,Staff Writer,, 31 May 2015
Pula Steel Plant will not collapse BCL
Speaking during a dinner to celebrate 30 years of corporate partnership between BCL and Glencore International, an Anglo-Swiss multi national commodity trading and mining company based in Switzerland, Moremi announced that the steel manufacturing and...
403,Onalenna Kelebeile,, 31 May 2015
Power imports surge 36% on Morupule B failures
According to figures released by Statistics Botswana (SB) yesterday, importation of electricity increased by 35.9 percent to 510,100 Mega Watt Hour (MWH) between the fourth quarter of 2014 and the same quarter of 2013. “The increase in...
406,Brian Benza,phpE652.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Two firms accused of rigging P114m tender
The companies, Creative Business Solutions, trading as Bread and Butter Foods and Rabbit Group were dragged before the commission by the Competition Authority (CA) on accusation of colluding to fix prices in the multi-million tenders.  Bread...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Trans-Kalahari project office due next month
Speaking at celebrations to mark the Silver Jubilee of Namibia’s independence, that country’s High Commissioner to Botswana, Mbapeua Muvangua said preparations were at an advanced stage for the project office. “The office space has...
49078,Tumelo Mouwane,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 08:56:00, 31 May 2015
Court dismisses UB political ban case
The student, Setlhomo Tshwanelang, had filed an urgent motion against UB and attorney Parks Tafa in his capacity as the UB Council chairperson.  Dismissing the case yesterday afternoon, Mothobi said he was not satisfied that the matter was...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Area W residents vow to end prostitution
Area W, popularly known as ‘Doublers’, is one of the areas that have been plagued by prostitution in the city.  The prostitutes in the area sell sex for low prices. It is believed that sex can be bought from as little as  P20...
434,Pini Bothoko,php3A86.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Mogoditshane gang remanded for soldiers murder
Aubrey Gobonwang (24), Mosimanegape Khumalo (22), Botlhe Seadimo (22), Ithuteng Lucas (18), Boitshoko Boitshoko (18), Ontiretse Sethole (21) appeared before Broadhurst Magistrate Babedi Mathumo where their request to be released on bail was...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Fire guts iconic Gaborone Golf clubhouse
A faulty plug is suspected to have caused the fire within a thatched bar, with the blaze later ripping through the restaurant and into parts of a golf equipment shop. A Mmegi newscrew that arrived at about 2:40pm, found one Gaborone City Council...
49078,Tumelo Mouwane,,2015/january/01,2015-01-01 08:56:00, 31 May 2015
GC mayor, Khama in rare meet
Speaking after the closed-door meeting, Thutlwe said Khama told him that he was the first opposition mayor to request for a meeting with him (Khama) in order to discuss challenges faced at the local authority. According to the mayor, the meeting...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
SA legal eagle to help LSB
“We are very pleased and humbled that the highly regarded Advocate Wim Trengove SC will lead us in the LSB and Motumise vs President Ian Khama and Judicial Service Commission application. He has decided to assist pro bono because he considers...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 31 May 2015
Retrenchments looming at BDP
The ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) has warned its employees of an impending restructuring exercise that it blames on operational challenges. A letter to the employees dated March 15 from the party secretary general, Mpho Balopi, says the...
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Nigeria election: Muhammadu Buhari wins
Gen Buhari's party said his opponent, incumbent Goodluck Jonathan, had admitted defeat and congratulated him. Mr Jonathan trailed Gen Buhari by about two million votes when he conceded. Observers have generally praised the election but there have...
475,Correspondent,, 31 May 2015
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