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In this weeks paper

Brian Benza 31 October 2016

Jwaneng - Mabutsane

Monitor Editor 31 October 2016

Get Serious Mokaila

Mokaila’s two intentions immediately present huge problems. Here is a minister, without the evidence of any research findings, claiming that Japanese cars are contributing more to environmental pollution than mining emissions. Indeed to say...

Monitor Editor 31 October 2016

The Bangwaketse/SDA Health Service Happened

This genuine indigenous initiative was achieved in partnership with the Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) mission during the reigns of Kgosi Bathoen II (1928-68) and his regents Kgosi Tshosa (1919-23), Mohumagadi Gagoangwe (1923-24) and Mohumagadi...

Jeff Ramsay | 31 October 2016

Santos Halt Notwane Charge In Goalless Draw

Notwane came into the match on the back of two consecutive wins and were intent on continuing their good run. They attacked their opponents from the first whistle but Santos stood their ground. In under five minutes, Notwane had fired four attempts...

Calistus Kolantsho | 31 October 2016

Botswana Out Of Mini Cricket World Cup

Pakistan won the toss and elected to bat first but Botswana struck early in the second over with Thatayaone Tshose bowling Faiza Rana. Tshose struck again in the next over, removing Zain Abbasi for 21 with the score on 26 for two. Botswana was...

Dumisani Ncube 31 October 2016

Substitute Ndaw Helps Rollers Edge Police

The atmosphere was subdued for the two teams’ consecutive cup meeting after last year’s affair lived up to the billing and produced a six goal thriller. Action was limited the during entire first half with both sides defending deep and...

Kabelo Boranabi | 31 October 2016

Chiefs, Galaxy In Dull Draw

The game was delayed by 30 minutes as a result of the heat wave that has hit the country. Galaxy coach, Mike Sithole took charge of the team for the first time after receiving his work permit, to face his former employers. The game started on a low...

Kabelo Boranabi | 31 October 2016

Miscellaneous Survive Marauding Ostriches

The Ostriches produced countless opportunities but the visitors’ goalkeeper, Thabo Dambe proved a brick wall between the posts. The goalkeeper was rewarded with a man-of-the-match award for his incredible display. The home side took control...

Koketso Kgoboge 31 October 2016

India�s Light Classical Music Treat

Shaila Hattangadi and her sisters, Nirmala Jaishnkar and Shobhana Rao treated the audience with breathtaking and spiritual music pieces. The sole light classical, Ghazal and Thumri male singer Arun Gulwali accompanied the performers. Before the show...

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 31 October 2016

Liberty Life Drives Financial Inclusion

The seminar forms part of Liberty’s knowledge sharing initiatives and a response to calls from government and Non-Bank Financial Institutions Regulatory Authority (NBFIRA) for greater financial inclusion and consumer education. Speaking during...

Staff Writer 31 October 2016

Buy Botswana Expo Billed For November

The inaugural Buy Botswana Expo and Thought Leadership Conference that is endorsed by Botswana Investment Trade Centre (BITC) through Brand Botswana is expected to equip potential investors and the business community with knowledge of penetrating...

Pauline Dikuelo | 31 October 2016

Use Those Tractors To Fight Poverty � PHK

Addressing the would be winners and their friends ahead of the draw for the grand finale at Sefalana hyper, Block 3 Industrial Thursday,  Kedikilwe challenged the would be winners  to come to their senses and realise that  no one is...

Correspondent 31 October 2016

Hatch Launches Botswana Operations

Hatch Africa, which is an employee-owned multi-disciplinary professional services firm, is a member of the Hatch Group of Companies. Among its services are management consulting, engineering, process development, operational performance,...

Isaac Pinielo 31 October 2016

A Case To Ammend The Insolvency Act To Give Employees Terminal Priority

But what the liquidation of BCL has also exposed, is the  position of  Botswana workers in the ranking order of creditors. According to the Insolvency Act, when a company undergoes liquidation, there are creditors who are given preference...

Correspondent 31 October 2016

Charma Gal Rises From the Ashes

It was her first public appearance since  she lost five band members in a road mishap after a show in Gantsi on July 16. Almost four months later Charma Gal unveiled a new set of dancers and singers that include Michelle Segau, from Ramotswa,...

Monkagedi Gaothobogwe 31 October 2016

BONU Dumps BOPEU

BOPEU were slapped with the termination of BONU’s Botlhe Bargaining Forum (BBF) on October 6, and has since joined the BOFEPUSU Acting Jointly Agreement (AJA), where they have been awarded  two seats, one permanent and one rotating, the...

Staff Writer 31 October 2016

Alleged FSSS Student Murderer On The Run

The four accused, Thabo Machola, Misani Machola and Leabua Lekorwe (who are students at the University of Botswana and Ba Isago University respectively) and Mbiganyi Macha allegedly killed Tsholofelo Madziba - a then FSSS student who was allegedly...

Lebogang Mosikare | 31 October 2016

Molepolole School Wins Parmalat Pack Collection Competition

The school beat 100 local primary schools to the top prize after collecting 34 992 boxes.  During an interview with a representative of the school, who is also a teacher, Vinoliah Letlole, the competition promoted cooperation between the parents...

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 31 October 2016

Illegal Mining Hits Botswana

On Friday, three unemployed men from Kwekwe in Zimbabwe and a local from Nlaqhwane, pleaded guilty to unlawful prospecting of minerals without a permit or licence. The state alleges that the illegal gold panners Aphinos Nhamo, Elliot Chihwedere,...

Lebogang Mosikare | 31 October 2016

Seedstars World Partners With Stanbic To Find The Best Startup In Gaborone

Seedstars World is the global seed-stage startup competition for emerging markets and fast-growing startup scenes. In line with its mission to place the spotlight on entrepreneurs from emerging markets, Seedstars World is travelling to more than 65...

Correspondent 31 October 2016

Youth, Women Top Kenewendo�s Agenda

Speaking to this publication after the morning parliamentary session on Friday, the humble 29-year-old said she was excited at the opportunity to be in Parliament. “I am excited at this golden opportunity to serve people at this level. At first...

Innocent Selatlhwa | 31 October 2016

Fortune Smiles On Ipelegeng Hustler

The competition also empowered 10 lucky winners as well as giving away cash prizes of over P70,000. For the last 13 years Selaelo, 29, of Goo-Moremi village, along the Tswapong Hills, has been a full time Ipelegeng worker, living on about P500 a...

Monkagedi Gaothobogwe 31 October 2016

Mookane To Produce Next Mahotella Queens Singers

When performing at Setlalekgosi’s monster Bot50 P1 million party in Mookane, Mahotella Queen’s band leader, 74-year-old Hilda Tloubatla made a public passionate plea to the woman popularly known as ‘Ausi Pinkie’ to ensure that...

Correspondent 31 October 2016

Domkgrag Retains Kalakamati

The ward is made up of three villages of Kalakamati, Sekakangwe and Mbalambi. The BDP, which had fielded Zibani Mbalambi, polled 579 votes to retain the ward while the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC), which enjoyed the backing of the Botswana...

Chakalisa Dube | 31 October 2016

Botswana Advised To Back Down On New Public Service Bill

The Monitor is in possession of  a letter from the PSI, the international trade  union federation representing public sector workers in 153 countrties, with more than 20 million members around the world. In their letter addressed to...

Monkagedi Gaothobogwe 31 October 2016

So What�s New?

Amazingly, a gent sped past us through one of the pools in which we were stuck, emerged at the other side, stopped, got out grabbed a shovel and came back to help us out. And then explained that on such a bad road, it is necessary to drive dirty, get...

Sandy Grant 31 October 2016

When Life Throws Lemons At You, Make A Lemonade

So last week I am busy minding my own business, which isn’t exactly smooth and easy business I must add. But still, my business means I am able to struggle but still keep my head above water. We all have own struggles and I have had my own fair...

Tumie Modise 31 October 2016

TWO PRINCES

In the aftermath of the latter victory, Sebego was for the moment militarily secure as Mzilikazi never again launched a major expedition into the Kgalagadi interior. The kgosi, however, recognised that given his subjects needs, not the least of which...

Jeff Ramsay | 31 October 2016

Drama Boi Gets Standing Ovation

The rapper performed with a live band, which made everything look and sound authentic. Imagine the raw motswako lyrics by Drama Boi fused with a live band performance. To make it classier, he performed all the tracks on Township Music 2 and called...

Dumisani Ncube 31 October 2016

Mokaila To Slash Transport Fares Vows To Stop Importation Of Fongkong Cars

He however noted that the move to  reduce fares might face resistance from road transport operators for fear of losing customers, stating that thorough consultation with all critical stakeholders will be made before taking the decision to avoid...

Imi Mokgethi 31 October 2016

Hunt For Botswana�s Best Startup Begins

In line with its mission to place the spotlight on entrepreneurs from emerging markets, Seedstars World is travelling to more than 65 countries this year to identify the best seed-stage entrepreneurs and provide them with an all-inclusive trip to the...

Staff Writer 31 October 2016