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04 May 2017
Drama Boi taps into Billboard music store
The billboard music store is an American digital music store, which is linked to Billboard music charts. Top selling and streamed music from the digital store is directly put on the Billboard Music Charts. “Our objective is to create an...
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Kingdom Arts delivers thrilling performance
Even though attendance was poor that did not demoralise the band as it gave the few people who were in the auditorium a night to remember. The band from Kingdom Arts Academy played beautiful jazz melodies that got the audience dancing. Amongst the...
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Afinitas to launch new investment fund
In its financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2016, the company said the fund would be launched through its newly formed Africa-focused asset management company, Adventis Limited. Managing director, Rupert McCammon said since its...
399,Staff Writer,, 04 May 2017
Punah Gabasiane is back
The single is a preparatory for her upcoming album to be released later this year. It comes after South African artists Management Company called Black Eagle Media Group signed her in February. Punah asks for the listener’s ear right from the...
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Local businesses urged to tap into Indian markets
Addressing the business community during a visit by an 18-member delegation from Engineering, Exports Promotion Council (EEPC) in India recently, High Commissioner, Ketan Shukla assured Botswana companies willing to do business with India of a...
399,Staff Writer,, 04 May 2017
Govt moots legislating PPPs
Speaking at a PPPs capacity building workshop for local authorities in Gaborone yesterday, secretary for development and budget in the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development, Cornelius Dekop said currently there is no law governing the...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 04 May 2017
BDF disassociates itself from malicious letter
As a matter of fact, the BDF would like to make it known that the author using the alias Lieutenant Godfrey Letsholo, is in no way affiliated to the BDF. Therefore, any reference to what he writes must never be construed to represent the BDF in any...
475,Correspondent,, 04 May 2017
Beef producers call for caution on BMC privatization
The Government has communicated and consulted key stakeholders concerning the proposal to sell the Francistown abattoir, to invite a strategic equity partner on the Lobatse abattoir and to retain the Maun plant as a buffer against the FMD, as well as...
475,Correspondent,, 04 May 2017
Tashatha JSS students receive sanitary pads
The campaign was launched last year around November as part of the Miss Francistown winner, Kesego Mabalane’s project of reaching out to the community. #KeepingGirlsInSchool campaign made its first donation of over 240 pads in Shanganani JSS...
49080,Lesedi Mkhutshwa,, 04 May 2017
Govt departments help the underprivileged
The project was part of the two Ministries’ community service day in which they were paired to consolidate resources in order to deliver a community project of their choice. The project was achieved through selfless devotion and voluntary...
67211,Tapela Morapedi,, 04 May 2017
Teenage pregnancy should be addressed urgently
Many of these school dropouts are young girls in their teens and majority of them at junior and senior secondary schools. Despite many prevention tools put in place, these young girls continue to engage in unprotected sex hence the many pregnancies...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 04 May 2017
#Enrich Maitisong Festival
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Dehorning the Unions
04 May 2017
Anxiety hits BDP F/town region
They are literally on high alert after a task team led by former Cabinet minister, Gaotlhaetse GUS Matlhabaphiri wrapped up its business of inquiring on the conduct of a recent controversy-ridden Francistown region elective congress. The inquiry has...
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Reinstated Judge finds work waiting
The case, which is due for judgement, involves Gagotshwane Ramatlopi (26) and Kabo Ngwako, also 26, who a facing a single charge of murdering Phologo Olefile on August 12, 2009. The murder was committed in Basarwa lands near Molepolole, and the...
49078,Tumelo Mouwane,, 04 May 2017
'Biggest ever' Botswana earthquake
The Botswana government said it had not had any reports of injuries.  The magnitude 6.5 quake's epicentre was nearly 250 km (155 miles) north-northwest of the capital Gaborone at a depth of 12 km (7 miles), the US Geological Survey...
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Woman appeals defilement sentence
  The complainant was then aged 15.  Bathamile was employed as a maid by the complainant’s parents at the time while her victim had just completed his primary education in Orapa. After completing his primary education towards the...
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Police arrest suspect in Tsholofelo murder
  In an interview with Mmegi, Broadhurst station commander superintendent Bonosi Molapisi said they are still investigating whether he is linked with the woman’s death.  “The suspect is believed to have had a relationship with...
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Three perish in horrific accident
  The accident took place opposite the old Francistown airport junction along the A3 road. Tatitown police station commander, superintendent Cyprian Magalila confirmed the incident, which occurred on Saturday morning by the Bluetown...
49080,Lesedi Mkhutshwa,, 04 May 2017
Syria conflict: 'Chemical attack' in Idlib kills 58
The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that strikes on Khan Sheikhoun by Syrian government or Russian jets had caused many people to choke. Later, aircraft fired rockets at local clinics treating survivors, medics and activists said. A...
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Nkate goes solo
This comes after Nkate and team Mokgweetsi Masisi fell out. Nkate will battle it out with the current secretary general, Botsalo Ntuane who is under Nonofo Molefhi’s team and former secretary general Mpho Balopi.  Nkate is also the former...
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Police record five rape cases in one night
Five rape cases were reported over the weekend in villages surrounding Gaborone. In an interview with Mmegi, the Officer Commanding (OC), senior superintendent Counsel Moyo said they were concerned with the increasing number of rape cases in his...
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Makhwa granted bail
It is alleged that Makhwa killed Kagiso Itheeng by poisoning his alcohol. The prosecution had last Thursday asked the Court to allow for them to have the Investigations Officer (IO) present in Court to advance reasons for denying Makhwa...
54815,Innocent Selatlhwa,php522E.tmp.jpg, 04 May 2017
Muzila, Ngoma battle for the mayorship
Muzila was elected mayor after the 2014 general elections. Already, former mayor Peter Ngoma has expressed a desire to bid for the mayoral chain in May. “I have done relatively well under my first term as a mayor. One of the major projects I...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 04 May 2017
Education ministry has 160 vacancies Parley hears
He disclosed this yesterday following a question from specially elected Member of Parliament (MP) Mephato Reatile who had wanted to know the total number of vacant posts under education Ministry and to provide the breakdown by departments and...
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MP wants full pay for suspended soldiers
“In 2008, Parliament enacted the Public Service Act. It took effect in 2010. One of the key provisions of the Act was the unionisation of the public service. The other important Section dealt with indicted or suspended civil servants facing...
399,Staff Writer,, 04 May 2017
Man gets 12 months for theft of mag wheels
The sentence was backdated to December when he was arrested. Three other alleged accomplices Rebecca Mokgori, Tafadzwa Geza (28) and Tabahla Sibanda (27) were acquitted, as there was no evidence linking them to the offence. Chirongoma (32) pleaded...
46713,Lebogang Baingapi,phpCC5C.tmp.jpg, 04 May 2017
New fencing president unhappy with his committee
Masuku, who is making his debut in the committee, however said he is willing to work with the new faces. He said most of the members were people who were working with the former president, Gaolathe Modongo. He said he had a special team of his own,...
66870,Naledi Lemogang,, 04 May 2017
Branchs title defence off to a good start
Branch made history last year when he became the first local biker to win the South African championship in the OR1 category and he continued his good form over the weekend.  Branch won the round in a time of 4:46:41secs. He clocked 04:32:57 in...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 04 May 2017
Nashua rugby skills project to develop young talent
The ShadowBall team, who are in charge of the project from South Africa, was in Botswana last week to train young players and coaches at Wharic Park. It was the first time that the programme was introduced to the country. BRU vice...
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FIBA 3x3 kicks off without BBA endorsement
The tournament, which has attracted 73 teams from different age groups will run at the Stanbic Bank Piazza until April 23. There is no prize money for winners, but the winning team in the men’s open will participate at the African...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 04 May 2017
BAA shelves new constitution
It seems the new constitution might not see the light of the day as allegations are rife that somebody took it to the Registrar without the consent of the affiliates. BAA public relations officer, Ipolokeng Ramatshaba told Mmegi Sport yesterday that...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 04 May 2017
Miners deliver sparkling diamond final
Former champions, Orapa United and fellow diamond miners, Jwaneng Galaxy defied odds to make it all the way to the final. It was a final reminiscent of the Coca-Cola Cup meeting which saw ECCO City Greens and BMC contest the final in 2007. Both...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 04 May 2017
Call for president Zuma to step down grows louder!
‘Pay Back The Money’ chant became the signature tune every time he appeared in Parliament to answer questions. The two opposition parties didn’t stop at making political propaganda noises in the media after the verdict; they tabled...
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Kgosi Ngakaagae
04 May 2017
In Friday Paper
04 May 2017
BBC holds inaugural pool awards
At the beginning of the year, the BBC committee led by its president, Terrence Tiroyakgosi launched the first pool league that ended last month.  The league had four men and women teams from Botho, Acres, University of Botswana and Matsubutsubu...
66870,Naledi Lemogang,, 04 May 2017
Tag revives rugby at grassroots in F/town
Representatives of Tag and BRU launched the project at Our Lady of the Desert and Nyangabgwe Primary Schools respectively.  Tag held a mini-rugby festival for the pupils at the Botswana Accountancy College (BAC) rugby grounds at Area W. Over...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 04 May 2017
The Botswana team in London
Isaac Makwala: He is the current 200m world leader. He will be competing in both the 200m and 400m at the World Championships. At the Madrid Meeting 2017, Makwala became the first man in history to run a 200m within 20 seconds and a 400m within 44...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 04 May 2017
Obstacles in local athletes path to gold
400m-Men Team Botswana is expected to bring a medal in the 400m discipline. The team has abundance of talent in the discipline in young and exciting duo of Karabo Sibanda and Baboloki Thebe, the experienced Isaac Makwala and the brilliant Onkabetse...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 04 May 2017
Chiefs vote in watershed polls
The transitional committee followed a reconciliatory move by two warring factions to bring an end to the long running battle for the control of the club. The club, for sometime, has been running under two parallel committees led by Ramocha Tsieng and...
411,Boitumelo Khutsafalo,phpCD8F.tmp.jpg, 04 May 2017
Kweneng not keen on Letshwiti removal motion
Francistown was the first region to dissociate itself from reports of a planned Letshwiti ouster. KRFA secretary general, Tico Kamati said they have heard reports, but are not aware of the origins of the motion of no confidence in Letshwiti....
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BAA admits undercooking womens team
Amantle Montsho, Lydia Jele, Christina Botlogetswe, Galefele Moroko, Oarabile Babolai and Goitseone Seleka will represent the country in London, but appear undercooked after months without competitive races.  The World Championships athletics...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 04 May 2017
Only 11 members turn up for Hotspurs AGM
The outgoing secretary general, Kebonye Tau said only 11 members bothered to attend last weekend’s meeting, which prompted the postponement.  “We could not carry on and we had to reschedule the AGM to next week because 11 members...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 04 May 2017
BTC, BPL agree improved Premiership deal
Although BPL acting chief executive officer, Thabo Ntshinogang said the negotiations have not concluded, sources have indicated the two parties have agreed on an extension for further three years. They have been in relationship since 2008 with an...
411,Boitumelo Khutsafalo,phpCD8F.tmp.jpg, 04 May 2017
Nama Cultural festival returns
This year, the event will be held from August 25-27 in Lokgwabe. The event will be held under the theme, ‘Our Culture Our Pride’ which in the Nama language (khoekhoegowab) is ‘Sida! Hao! Nasib Sida.’ According to the Nama...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 04 May 2017
Sereetsi brings back the Goldies Festival
In an interview with Showbiz, Tomeletso Sereetsi of Sereetsi & The Natives said the show appeals to certain kinds of people who like a laid back and relaxed atmosphere. Sereetsi said they strictly provide live music. “It’s a very...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 04 May 2017
New scenery for Makgadikgadi Epic
Exploring a big area like Makgadikgadi can never be attained fully by foot or even by an off-road vehicle. With Makgadikgadi Epic to be held from August 9-12, 2017, discovering the uniqueness of the pan is even better from above as the skydivers will...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 04 May 2017
Students should invest their allowance
Not every student regard it the same as to some complain that it is never enough to cover their daily costs and  insists that it should be  increased. To some extent if the allowance is not credited at the expected time, students tend to...
475,Correspondent,, 04 May 2017
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