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In Thursday Paper

Zolani Kraai 02 February 2017

Resident Evil: The Final Chapter

Alice returns to where the nightmare began: The Hive in Raccoon City, where the Umbrella Corporation is gathering its forces for a final strike against the only remaining survivors of the apocalypse.

Staff Writer 02 February 2017

xXx: Return of Xander Cage

Xander Cage is left for dead after an incident, though he secretly returns to action for a new, tough assignment with his handler Augustus Gibbons.

Staff Writer 02 February 2017

Collateral Beauty

Retreating from life after a tragedy, a man questions the universe by writing to Love, Time and Death. Receiving unexpected answers, he begins to see how these things interlock and how even loss can reveal moments of meaning and beauty.

Staff Writer 02 February 2017

Allied

In 1942, a Canadian intelligence officer in North Africa encounters a female French Resistance fighter on a deadly mission behind enemy lines. When they reunite in London, their relationship is tested by the pressures of war.

Staff Writer 02 February 2017

La La Land

A jazz pianist falls for an aspiring actress in Los Angeles.

Staff Writer 02 February 2017

xXx: Return of Xander Cage

Xander Cage is left for dead after an incident, though he secretly returns to action for a new, tough assignment with his handler Augustus Gibbons.

Staff Writer 02 February 2017

Resident Evil: The Final Chapter

Alice returns to where the nightmare began: The Hive in Raccoon City, where the Umbrella Corporation is gathering its forces for a final strike against the only remaining survivors of the apocalypse.

Staff Writer 02 February 2017

Collateral Beauty

Retreating from life after a tragedy, a man questions the universe by writing to Love, Time and Death. Receiving unexpected answers, he begins to see how these things interlock and how even loss can reveal moments of meaning and beauty.

Staff Writer 02 February 2017

Ballerina

An orphan girl dreams of becoming a ballerina and flees her rural Brittany for Paris, where she passes for someone else and accedes to the position of pupil at the Grand Opera house.

Staff Writer 02 February 2017

Resident Evil: The Final Chapter

Alice returns to where the nightmare began: The Hive in Raccoon City, where the Umbrella Corporation is gathering its forces for a final strike against the only remaining survivors of the apocalypse.

Staff Writer 02 February 2017

xXx: Return of Xander Cage

Xander Cage is left for dead after an incident, though he secretly returns to action for a new, tough assignment with his handler Augustus Gibbons.

Staff Writer 02 February 2017

Collateral Beauty

Retreating from life after a tragedy, a man questions the universe by writing to Love, Time and Death. Receiving unexpected answers, he begins to see how these things interlock and how even loss can reveal moments of meaning and beauty.

Staff Writer 02 February 2017

Allied

In 1942, a Canadian intelligence officer in North Africa encounters a female French Resistance fighter on a deadly mission behind enemy lines. When they reunite in London, their relationship is tested by the pressures of war.

Staff Writer 02 February 2017

Ballerina

An orphan girl dreams of becoming a ballerina and flees her rural Brittany for Paris, where she passes for someone else and accedes to the position of pupil at the Grand Opera house.

Staff Writer 02 February 2017

Trump

There there! I have built the wall. Now pay Up!

Mmegi Editor 02 February 2017

Kast�s long walk next week

He noted that he would be leaving Gaborone this coming weekend for Maun where he will start the walk coming down south. The aim of the walk is to raise funds to host the Tlatsa Lebala event. “I had previously announced through the media that I...

Dumisani Ncube 02 February 2017

Miss Plus Size controversy intensifies

Natasha Olopeng, Thapelo Olopeng’s daughter, has substituted the queen, Mmangaka Tumagole whose contract was terminated early last month. The first princess Gabby Mochudi was also overlooked in the process. This means Natasha will represent...

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 02 February 2017

DR Congo opposition leader Etienne Tshisekedi dies in Belgium

Etienne Tshisekedi, one of the country's most important advocates of democracy, was a prominent opponent of successive Congolese leaders. The party he helped found in 1982, the Union for Democracy and Social Progress party (UDPS), said he had...

BBC.COM 02 February 2017

Only innovation can save Botswana

No matter how deep De Beers and other mineral explorers look, the minerals will at some point become depleted and during their lifespan, they are exposed to global price fluctuations that have in the past rocked our fragile economy. It is to...

Mmegi Editor | 02 February 2017

A United Kingdom

Prince Seretse Khama of Botswana causes an international stir when he marries a white woman from London in the late 1940s.

Staff Writer 02 February 2017

No changes to BNSC funding � Reikeletseng

The Botswana Boxing Association (BoBA) had applied for funding to the BNSC to hold its first activity of the year on Saturday, but was informed that normal funding procedure remains in place. As per procedure, Reikeletseng said BNSC releases 30% to...

Calistus Kolantsho | 02 February 2017

Miscellaneous coach fumes over unpaid dues

The club, however, refuted claims it faces financial challenges which has seen the club fail to consistently shell dues to playing staff. Chaba had said there were financial challenges at the club, adding it was affecting the squad. He said the club...

Koketso Kgoboge 02 February 2017

Confusion cleared as Sibanda qualifies for World Championships

He joins Baboloki Thebe and Nijel Amos who qualified by virtue of being African Champions in their respective races. There was confusion regarding the recognition of Itekeng as a certified IAAF venue. BAA sports development officer, Gable...

Tlotlo Kebinakgabo 02 February 2017

Brisk transfer window sees 88 players move

Nico United, facing a bleak future following the closure of BCL Mine, made the most number of signings, bringing in 12 new players. Mochudi Centre Chiefs, in a bid to rescue a faltering campaign, brought in 10 signings, the joint second highest, the...

Staff Writer 02 February 2017

Local models to partake at a prestigious show

MBFW is a series of international fashion weeks sponsored by Mercedes-Benz and produced by IMG. Prominent MBFWs include events in Berlin, Australia, Georgia, Miami, Russia, Istanbul, Mexico, South Africa and New York. The event aims to showcase,...

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 02 February 2017

Naked Soul Sessions returns

Naked Soul Session is a live music performance platform spearheaded by Mpho Sebina in a bid to promote local musicians and headline their own shows. Despite it being a live music event, it will open its doors with soul music disc jockey DJ...

Dumisani Ncube 02 February 2017

UK magazine honours Barclays bank

AI is a monthly magazine, by a UK-based publisher, which seeks to shape the global corporate conversation through high quality editorial and rigorous research from its team of experts and advisors. “We are delighted and proud to be the...

Correspondent 02 February 2017

CIPA warns procuring entities

This comes after CIPA said it has realised that some deregistered companies have continued to trade noting that it is illegal and the owners of the companies might face a maximum fine of P20,000. Speaking to Mmegi Business, CIPA Awareness and...

Pauline Dikuelo | 02 February 2017

Okavango development and its abject poverty

The visibility of this matter is everywhere due to lack of developments since 1966. In 50 years of Independence this region has not seen the dawn of independence as other regions (by the way, why rich regions of Botswana are now poorer than those we...

Correspondent 02 February 2017

Dow clueless over poor junior certificate results

The previous years have not been impressive either. According to the Chief Executive Officer of Botswana Examinations Council (BEC) there is no need for the nation to be worried since Botswana has recorded poor results for some years now. Another...

Correspondent 02 February 2017

Ozoo to be buried at Wayeyi cultural village

The chairperson of Wayeyi Tribal Council, Dithando Gceba said the deceased will be buried on Sunday at Wayeyi cultural village in Gumare. Gceba said among dignitaries expected to attend the burial is Minister of Local Government and Rural...

Boniface Keakabetse 02 February 2017

Raped girl�s mother gives evidence

The case follows a similar one in which a 42-year-old BDF corporal who was also based at the Area S military garrison was sentenced to 20 years in jail after he was convicted of raping his stepdaughter in 2014. Principal Magistrate Dumisane Basupi...

Lebogang Mosikare | 02 February 2017

BOPEU bids Motsamai farewell

Speaking to the media, his predecesser Masego Mogwera hailed Motsamai for his visionary leadership, which she said grew the union tremendously. “Motsamai’s leadership has stood the test of time as he led in growing the union. His...

Innocent Selatlhwa | 02 February 2017

Murder accused �kills� again

Prosecutor Kelebonye Matsapa made an application for Oatlhotse to be remanded in custody because police investigations into the matter have just started. “The accused was only arrested on Tuesday this week. The investigating team handling his...

Lebogang Mosikare | 02 February 2017

Man gets suspended sentence for defilement

Lady Luck however smiled on the accused, Mothoetsho Gabaratanelwe, after he was sentenced to seven strokes and given a non-custodial sentence. Gabaratanelwe was also sentenced to five years in jail wholly suspended for a period of five years on...

Lebogang Mosikare | 02 February 2017

Makgato launches 90-90-90 initiative

She said this during the launch of the greater Francistown Mayor’s 90-90-90 HIV initiative, aimed at improving the health of cities by scaling up HIV testing, treatment and viral suppression by 2020. The launch of the mayor’s initiative...

Lesedi Mkhutshwa | 02 February 2017

ORI slams gov�t for freezing research permits

In a press release, the Ministry announced that issuing of new permits for environment research, filmmaking and photography are suspended with immediate effect until further notice. This applies to the Okavango Delta. The suspension applies to...

Boniface Keakabetse 02 February 2017

Taxi men accused of abusing pupils

Speaking at the Parents Teachers Association (PTA) meeting at Kediretswe Primary School, the school head, Tom Malete said they have realised that there are some pupils in their school who are being sexually molested by some older men including taxi...

Bonte Seepi 02 February 2017

No security jobs for ex-convicts

Over the years, there have been complaints from security guards for non-compliance with the laws of Botswana, in particular the Employment Act. Employees are always not paid their wages and terminal benefits by their employers. When presenting the...

Innocent Selatlhwa | 02 February 2017

Illegal electricity connections hit Serule

It has been established that some homes recharged for about only P10  way back in 2013 and have never recharged, though their homes  continue to consume electricity without a hitch to this day. The cash-strapped Botswana Power Corporation...

Onalenna Kelebeile 02 February 2017

Too much free time not beneficial for teenagers�

While some teenagers might be having regular chores helping parents at the cattle post, in catering businesses or busy practising to be bridesmaids this time around, there are still many out there who would be idling and wondering what they could do...

Victoria Seiketso Sethibe 02 February 2017

Musicians hail DBS, Duma FM for refusing to pay

This comes after Copyright Society of Botswana (COSBOTS) blamed the two non-compliant content users for their failure to distribute royalties to musicians. Speaking during the media brief, one of the concerned artists and member of COSBOTS...

Mompati Tlhankane | 02 February 2017

Marina maternity victim�s family plans to sue

Now the parents are planning to take the legal route as Tsholofelo was the family breadwinner. The deceased’s mother, Mmantsho Sefati disclosed that the family was in the process of suing  the hospital and have made up their minds to meet...

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 02 February 2017

Gov�t adopts portal to speed up service delivery

An EA is described as a conceptual blueprint that defines the structure and operation of an organisation with the intent to determine how an organisation can most effectively achieve its current and future objectives. Created by Korea IT Consulting...

Isaac Pinielo 02 February 2017