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In Thursday Paper

Mbongeni Mguni 21 January 2016

The Revenant

A frontiersman on a fur trading expedition in the 1820s fights for survival after being mauled by a bear and left for dead by members of his own hunting team.

Staff Writer 21 January 2016

Daddy's Home

Stepdad, Brad Whitaker, is a radio host trying to get his stepchildren to love him and call him Dad. But his plans turn upside down when the biological father, Dusty Mayron, returns.

Staff Writer 21 January 2016

Norm of the North

When a real estate development invades his Arctic home, Norm and his three lemming friends head to New York City, where Norm becomes the mascot of the corporation in an attempt to bring it down from the inside and protect his homeland.

Staff Writer 21 January 2016

Ride Along 2

As his wedding day approaches, Ben heads to Miami with his soon-to-be brother-in-law James to bring down a drug dealer who's supplying the dealers of Atlanta with product.

Staff Writer 21 January 2016

The Big Short

Four denizens of the world of high-finance predict the credit and housing bubble collapse of the mid-2000s, and decide to take on the big banks for their greed and lack of foresight.

Staff Writer 21 January 2016

Norm of the North

When a real estate development invades his Arctic home, Norm and his three lemming friends head to New York City, where Norm becomes the mascot of the corporation in an attempt to bring it down from the inside and protect his homeland.

Staff Writer 21 January 2016

Masaiti chess siblings emerge

Born and bred in the small village of Marapong, Besa and Gideon Masaiti are tipped to become the next chess stars. At the age of just 12, Gideon has won 15 medals while her elder sister Besa, 14, is the defending champion of the Debswana Re ba bona...

Calistus Kolantsho | 21 January 2016

No major changes for Forest

Club chairperson, Ditiro Mompati said the plan is to continue fighting for promotion to the Premier League with the same squad. He said they believe they have enough depth to handle any pressure. He said if there was need, they would bring in only...

Calistus Kolantsho | 21 January 2016

Miscellaneous to launch P250,000 sponsorship

Tsenala, who have enjoyed a good run in the beMOBILE Premiership, signed a sponsorship deal with the insurance giants last year August but the deal was not launched officially. The sponsorship, covering the 2015/16 season, will be launched during...

Calistus Kolantsho 21 January 2016

Botswana to hold first three-per-side basketball tourney

In a 3x3 game, each side fields three players who use half the basketball court. Hoop City and Botswana Basketball Association have made next month’s tournament possible. Addressing a press briefing Hoop City managing director, Batho-Batho...

Dumisani Ncube 21 January 2016

The Revenant

A frontiersman on a fur trading expedition in the 1820s fights for survival after being mauled by a bear and left for dead by members of his own hunting team.

Staff Writer 21 January 2016

Ride Along 2

As his wedding day approaches, Ben heads to Miami with his soon-to-be brother-in-law James to bring down a drug dealer who's supplying the dealers of Atlanta with product.

Staff Writer 21 January 2016

Kuminda Farm hosts cultural celebration

The event organiser, Lucy Hinchliffe said Zhizha is all about celebrating traditional cuisine and culture. The theme for this year’s event is ‘Ko Gwiligwa’ meaning ‘Let’s go back’. “With this theme, the...

Pini Bothoko | 21 January 2016

Botswana to host Africa innovation awards

At a press conference in Gaborone yesterday, Director, Innovation Prize for Africa at African Innovation Foundation, Pauline Koebl said Botswana has shown commitment towards building its national innovation ecosystem. “There were four...

Goitsemodimo Kaelo | 21 January 2016

War Room

A seemingly perfect family looks to fix their problems with the help of Miss Clara, an older, wiser woman.

Staff Writer 21 January 2016

Redemption beckons for BoB

For years, local banks enjoyed super-profits – often higher than their regional peers – and in many cases the local entities were crowned the highest performing in their respective banking groups. For years, much of this was as a result...

Mmegi Editor | 21 January 2016

Daddy's Home

Stepdad, Brad Whitaker, is a radio host trying to get his stepchildren to love him and call him Dad. But his plans turn upside down when the biological father, Dusty Mayron, returns.

Staff Writer 21 January 2016

Norm of the North

When a real estate development invades his Arctic home, Norm and his three lemming friends head to New York City, where Norm becomes the mascot of the corporation in an attempt to bring it down from the inside and protect his homeland.

Staff Writer 21 January 2016

Government and Press

Staff Writer 21 January 2016

Bars and nightclubs: a potpourri of entertainment and crime

In fact, life would not be complete without pleasure, something an American professor of computer science Randy Rausch, noted, writing that, “never underestimate the importance of having entertainment (sic).” But entertainment should also...

Lesedi Mkhutshwa | 21 January 2016

The Revenant

A frontiersman on a fur trading expedition in the 1820s fights for survival after being mauled by a bear and left for dead by members of his own hunting team.

Staff Writer 21 January 2016

Ride Along 2

As his wedding day approaches, Ben heads to Miami with his soon-to-be brother-in-law James to bring down a drug dealer who's supplying the dealers of Atlanta with product.

Staff Writer 21 January 2016

The Big Short

Four denizens of the world of high-finance predict the credit and housing bubble collapse of the mid-2000s, and decide to take on the big banks for their greed and lack of foresight.

Staff Writer 21 January 2016

DITSHWANELO supports Namibian Refugees in Botswana

This was in support of an application made by refugee Caprivians from Namibia, Felix Kakula and 732 others, who seek the court to order the government to retain their refugee status in Botswana. DITSHWANELO believes that it would be unsafe for their...

Staff Writer 21 January 2016

Spectre

A cryptic message from Bond's past sends him on a trail to uncover a sinister organization. While M battles political forces to keep the secret service alive, Bond peels back the layers of deceit to reveal the terrible truth behind SPECTRE.

Staff Writer 21 January 2016

GBV activism important throughout

Dineo said in an interview that most of the people only notice gender-based violence during the 16 days of activism against it, then activism stops. He said that this was shown by failure to spread enough information throughout the year. He said...

Ivy Matlho 21 January 2016

�Ex Zim soldier�s true identity still unknown

When appearing in court yesterday, Mutizwa expressed disappointment at the slow pace of the proceedings, as he believes he is incarcerated for nothing. “It has been three months now since I have been behind bars and there is no...

Innocent Selatlhwa | 21 January 2016

UDC leadership cautions bickering youth affiliates

UDC is made up of the Botswana Movement for Democracy (BMD), Botswana People’s Party and the Botswana National Front (BNF). Of recent, bitter exchange of words among the youth affiliates have dominated the social media. The BNFYL is accusing...

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 21 January 2016

Agric ministry employees sue over non payment

The 17 applicants appeared before the Industrial Court Judge, Isaac Bahuma, arguing that the ministry failed to honour a settlement agreement that was entered into by the parties on July 26, 2012. Through their lawyer, Uyapo Ndadi, the applicants...

Mpho Mokwape | 21 January 2016

Alleged rapist�s guilty plea reserved

The accused, Atweng Gomolemo is  charged with rape and robbery, but was facing rape and theft charges prior to  the amendment.  According to the prosecution, it has since been realised that the accused used extreme violence during the...

Lindiwe Mozola 21 January 2016

HRDC launches this year�s skills fair and career clinic

The event this year will be held under the theme: “Guidance for Human Resource development, gateway towards diversifying Botswana’s economy”. The event will take place at Ditshupo Hall from March 14 to 19. Last year, HRDC...

Sharon Mathala 21 January 2016

Former TAFIC coach�s rape case continues

The accused allegedly committed the offence at Gerald Estates on January 29, 2014. The fourth prosecution witness in the matter, Badi Jackson, who was also the complainant’s class teacher at Moremogolo Primary School, said that she noticed that...

Lebogang Mosikare | 21 January 2016

Mophato to sign interns up

“The eight month long trainees and apprentices programme is open for people with various dance skills be it Kwaito, Hip Hop, Latin or Krump.  You are welcome to come and audition,” said founding member of Mophato Dance Theatre,...

Dumisani Ncube 21 January 2016

Cyclists demand protection after tragic accident

The move comes after one of their experienced members, Warren February, was knocked down and killed by a motorist last weekend. BCA secretary general, Tlamelo Dube said although he could not delve into the contents of the petition, the association...

Sharon Mathala 21 January 2016

BCP bemoans justice delayed

It is now more than two years since the police announced that they had opened investigations regarding a bogus petition in Francistown West. The BCP wrote to the Commissioner of Police requesting that those  behind the petition be charged....

Chakalisa Dube | 21 January 2016

Letshego completes acquisition of Nigerian Bank

The move is part of Letshego’s strategy to spread wings in Africa and have anticipated Nigeria to be their key market. According to Letshego’s group managing director, Chris Low this opportunity to enter the Nigerian market coincides...

Pauline Dikuelo | 21 January 2016