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Why govt wont burn illegal ivory
Populations of African elephants are declining alarmingly in many areas because of poaching, habitat loss, and conflict with expanding human populations. Botswana is one of the most important elephant sanctuaries in Africa. The country harbours the...
475,Correspondent,, 26 May 2016
In Tuesday paper
26 May 2016
Rivals settle softball scores
It was a walk in the park for Police IX women as they clobbered Panthers to bag the championship. Both champions walked away P100,000 richer. Wells pitcher, Kealeboga ‘Chaks’ Tsienyane was the biggest winner who won against a team that...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
Classy win underlies Orapas progress
FRANCISTOWN: Madinda Ndlovu’s world has evolved dramatically over the last 12 months, while for Kobamelo Kebaikanye things have remained stagnant. It was this time last year when Ndlovu had to take the “walk of shame” after his...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
GU case postponed to September
Both parties will submit their heads of arguments on September 6. The applicants, led by Molatedi Diole, are represented by Uyapo Ndadi while Lore Morapedi represents the club. The applicants are seeking the court to set aside the proceedings of last...
411,Boitumelo Khutsafalo,phpCD8F.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
Hotspurs promoted to Premier League
“We are happy for our overall campaign. We have reaped rewards of our hard work,” he said. “At the same time we are nervous; we are already thinking of what lies ahead. Obviously we have to beef up the squad and the technical...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 26 May 2016
Gunners conclude deal with unnamed investor
Mabapa could, however, not reveal when the privatisation deal will be effected. “Our attorneys and the investor have effected the deal and we are now awaiting transfer of funds to the team’s trust account,” Mabapa said....
49078,Tumelo Mouwane,, 26 May 2016
Pitse Ya Naga collabo to inspire Batswana
The group is made up of Flexy, Letso, Sheleng, Jeff Malaba, Malakista, B1, Dr Flynn, Hitla, Pongo Rista, Kabo Matlho, Rashid, Papi. Sean, Tiro, Danger T, Abbia and Genevieve. The group has recently released a new single entitled Hats Off-salute. The...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
Rhumba Nights revists oldies
Rhumba Night is a monthly event established by veterans Charity Ntebang, Pepe Sammy, Irene Princess Kwasa and Zong Zing friends. People of different nationalities: Batswana, Congolese, Tanzanians, Burundians and the French graced the event. They...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
The General steals the show
But it was one local spinner The General who stood above the rest with his stunts, twists and powerslides. After three rounds, The General was crowned the winner and he gave his trophy to the Department of Road Transport and Safety as a token of...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
Gambling Authority to set up rehabilitation facility
The rehabilitation facility will be built using the 15 percent monthly levy paid by the operators. Botswana has nine licensed casinos: three in Gaborone, two in Selebi-Phikwe and Francistown and one in Jwaneng and Lobatse. According to the...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
Cooperatives urged to do more in job creation
Assistant Minister for Presidential Affairs and Public Administration, Dikgang Makgalemele made the call at the society’s annual general meeting held in Gaborone on Saturday. He noted that cooperatives are widely recognised as crucial to people...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
Botswana creditworthiness upheld
This followed a review that took account of the commodity price shock and impact on the country’s economic and fiscal strength. “Moody’s noted that the current economic and fiscal challenges, emanating from the external...
406,Brian Benza,, 26 May 2016
Greater prudence critical in power planning
Known as Morupule B 7 & 8, the project will involve an independent firm designing, financing, building, operating and maintaining two units with a collective 300MW and selling the power to the Botswana Power Corporation (BPC). Already, BPC has...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 26 May 2016
Phillip Matante East
26 May 2016
FNB continues to engage with customers
FNB believes that having a close relationship with customers is fundamental in improving the banking experience, and this could only be achieved through customer engagement sessions where both parties get to share ideas, experiences and way forward...
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2016
BNPC donates to charity
The donations were handed over to the three institutions by BNPC Executive Director, Baeti Molake at a ceremony held on Wednesday last week at the BNPC premises in Gaborone. Molake emphasised the need for society to joint hands in providing care for...
475,Correspondent,, 26 May 2016
Molao attends G7 conference
The theme of the Conference is ‘Realizing Healthy Lives and Promoting Well- being for All’. There are three critical issues central to human security and the quality of life which the GCPPD 2016 will raise at the Tokyo meeting: 1. Gender...
475,Correspondent,, 26 May 2016
BirdLife Botswana marks World Migratory Bird Day
Initiation of this day was influenced by migratory birds receiving negative media coverage as a result of the false belief that they were the main cause for the spread of bird flu. It is celebrated at the end of summer (April to May) every year when...
475,Correspondent,, 26 May 2016
Is politics a dirty game?
I was attracted to this article by the popular picture of Honourable Ndaba Gaolathe. Below the picture there were the words in bold letters: “Plan to dethrone Gaolathe exposed.” The article opens with the words,” Politics will...
2208,Michael Dingake,phpFF67.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
NGOs, govt, UN smoke peace
The Universal Periodic Review (UPR) NGOs Group’s main contention was that the government and UN had sidelined them at a critical stage after a collaborative effort at the initial steps. The group comprises the Botswana Council of...
54922,Tefo Pheage,phpBCC.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
Phumaphi: A colossal legal luminary
Giving a keynote address, Dibotelo said JP, as his colleagues within the legal fraternity fondly addressed Phumaphi, had meritoriously served 13 years as a High Court judge after leaving his career in private practice. Dibotelo said Phumaphi attained...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
Govt delays 3% salary increment case
Government had been ordered to show cause why an order given two weeks ago in favour of BOFEPUSU freezing the increment, should not be made final. Ruhukya, who said he was unimpressed with government’s conduct, postponed the case to allow...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
Salvos fired in nurses court battle
Arguments kicked off yesterday in the matter which pits the interim committee led by Obonolo Rahube against the current one headed by Tebogo Tshenyego. Rahube’s incoming committee accuses Tshenyego’s Central Executive Committee (CEC) of...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
Student teachers receive allowances, finally
The teaching practice involves the attachment of the student teachers to public schools around the country, as part of their curriculum. The students’ colleagues at Tonota College of Education as well as their self-sponsored peers started...
412,Baboki Kayawe,php195E.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
State asks for time in gospel star murder
The three accused, who include Mokgwathise’s wife, Yvonne, allegedly murdered the gospel star in Mogojogojo village on March 9, 2015. The deceased was allegedly found dead in a pool of blood behind a pit latrine at his home in the...
49078,Tumelo Mouwane,, 26 May 2016
Rape and bathe them accused gets bail
The state had argued that Nfila had other rape and robbery cases under investigation for which he was out on bail and also that victims were still angry, with a possibility of them taking the matter into their own hands. The state also said Nfila had...
662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
Technical issues free convicted rapists
Freeing the convict, Justice Isaac Lesetedi said despite the appellant being convicted of defilement on the basis of scientific evidence, there were irregularities that occurred during his trial. He explained that there was a misdirection of law by...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
Former inmate wins damages for assault, torture
Olekile had originally sought P1.2 million citing torture, assault and stripping of his dignity during an attack by prison guards at Molepolole prison in 2012. The High Court ruled in his favour last year, limiting the award to P30,000 plus interest...
54598,Goitsemodimo Kaelo,php4B2C.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
BOPEU announces death of founding member
A statement issued early today states that “It is with great sorrow that Botswana Public Sector Employees Union (BOPEU) announced the death of their founding father, Gofitile Aron Tsiripe Gare. He passed on, on April 24, 2016 at Bokamoso...
399,Staff Writer,, 26 May 2016
Dont blame yourselves - final message from deceased cllr
In the final text message Rakgomo expressed his love for his electorate and asked his relatives not to blame themselves. The 47-year-old councillor for Kelemogile ward in Ramotswa was found hanging 500 metres from the Mokolodi junction in a bush...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
Businessmans tears of joy as UDC wins
Anchor Thite, a Francistowner, did the unexpected at Montsamaisa Junior Secondary School hall when he broke into tears as the winning UDC and its partners, burst into song and dance as they celebrated their hard-earned victory. UDC, represented by...
402,Ryder Gabathuse,phpF55A.tmp.jpg,409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
Mentally ill man kills guard for laughing at him
Thabo Tladi appeared before court for the first time yesterday facing a single count of murder in connection with the crime allegedly committed in Phase 2. Prosecutor, Christinah Ramokwena stunned the court with her version of the events of Friday...
662,Sharon Mathala,php6F5B.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
South Sudan rebel chief Riek Machar returns to Juba
He is expected to be sworn in later as the first vice-president in a new unity government. This is a key part of the deal aimed at ending more than two years of conflict that has killed tens of thousands and left two million people homeless. Mr...
53561,BBC.COM,php2D23.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
In Friday Paper
26 May 2016
Nigerian arrested for naming dog after President Buhari
Joe Fortemose Chinakwe walked Buhari in an area where support for the president was high, police said. Officers said they were worried the moved could antagonise people, though he insisted it was meant as a compliment. He has been granted bail but...
53561,BBC.COM,php2D23.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
BAA excited about Nike deal
Bantsi told Mmegi Sport this week that the deal is meant for sponsorship for the senior national team during major competitions such as the Olympics and World Championships and comes with financial reward if the team performs well. He said the...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
COSSASA want more nations competing
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Maduku said the fact that the games came immediately after the Rio 2016 Olympic games is coincidentally critical for reflective purposes. The games are spread across different sporting codes including volleyball,...
411,Boitumelo Khutsafalo,phpCD8F.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
Brilliant TASC face mammoth financial task
Formed in 1992 under the auspices of Botswana Defence Force (BDF), alongside TASC Football Club and Scramblers softball team, the club has enjoyed unlimited success, which landed countless silverware. This was all under the support of the BDF. The...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 26 May 2016
Motorsport awaits approval to host 2017 Africa championships
Speaking to Mmegi Sport yesterday, Botswana Motorsport (BMS) administrator, David Mashonja said the association has since written to the Botswana National Sport Commission (BNSC) to request to host the championship and are awaiting approval....
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 26 May 2016
After the Rio famine, Tokyo feast beckons
The good There were bright sparks in Brazil sandwiched between frustrating moments. Karabo Sibanda was the gentle beast who appeared to provide long-term answers as the 18-year-old was involved in two lung bursting races in the finals. He went to...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
Olopeng slams Rio performance critics
Botswana National Olympic Committee (BNOC) president, Negroes Kgosietsile equally condemned some members of the public who berated the team for failing to win a medal. The two made their remarks at the welcome lunch held for ‘Dynamic 12’...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
BPL 2016-2017 preview - Part one
Club: Township Rollers Established: 1961 Position last season: League Champions Players to watch: Segolame Boy, Joel Mogorosi Home colours: Blue and Gold Away Colours: Gold and Blue Home ground: National Stadium Coach: Mark...
411,Boitumelo Khutsafalo,phpCD8F.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
SHOCK: Thebes injury more than a year old
Gaothuse said the athlete has been carrying the injury for more than a year and it was susceptible to recur. He said the injury led to him being pulled out of the 2015 All Africa Games team. Gaothuse said when the pressure increased, it meant...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
Local artistes deserve better from BOT50
We said the music industry has had its challenges in the past, and it still has challenges, mainly because it is a growing industry, with very little support and training. We noted that there is a show of shift, where locals outdo their South...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 26 May 2016
Match made in hell: Death penalty and murder
In short, in Botswana, premeditated murder is punishable by death. Period. In most instances, murder cases and the sentences thereafter meted out to the convicted, are like a match made in hell (the opposite of heaven). It leaves a sour taste in the...
576,Galebolae Ngakane,php5932.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
Thupa gae bolae, e bolaya peba
The elders would then say “Ya mosimane ke e nkgwe (a boy deserves a canning”. They did not discriminate who should get larruping or not. As long as one was of school-going age, any adult seeing a juvenile engaging in unbecoming...
576,Galebolae Ngakane,php5932.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
Fun Walk slated for Molepolole on Saturday
Dithubaruba publicity and marketing manager, Tlamelo Letlole explained that the Fun Walk will be educational in nature. He said the walk will give participants the opportunity to see Molepolole Heritage Sites first hand, and get educational...
420,Maureen Odubeng,php85BC.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
Creating art is a journey Marope
Kelebogile Marope, a 31-year-old cheerful sculptor, said she was surprised to capture the coveted TAYA award in 2015. “I was shocked by the announcement. In fact I did not hear my name when it was announced and only realised what had happened...
475,Correspondent,, 26 May 2016
BOT50: Happy is a nation that has no history
Some people have argued that this milestone should be used to also look back on where this country comes from. But it appears priorities have been shifted to a day of dancing and playing instead of introspection. Are we that lost and without soul...
423,Thalefang Charles,phpAA56.tmp.jpg, 26 May 2016
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