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Masisi plots Molefhi's downfall
It is alleged that Molefhi’s ambitions for the presidency of the ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) is the reason for working against him. Mmegi has learnt that the minister is viewed as a potential threat to Vice President Mokgweetsi...
403,Onalenna Kelebeile,, 29 May 2017
In Tuesday Paper
29 May 2017
Branch loses African motocross title
He won the title last year in Kenya but disappointedly lost it on home soil to South African David ‘Goose’ Goosen, who had a great weekend in the MX1 category. Branch had a bad weekend as on Saturday in the heats he had a problem with...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 29 May 2017
Boxing club targets 2020 Olympics
The club continues to perform extremely well in local and regional tournaments. Only one boxer from Dscud lost a bout out of the club’s eight representatives who took part in the Botswana Boxing Association (BoBA) interclub competition over...
66870,Naledi Lemogang,, 29 May 2017
Young Marape shines in Zimbabwe
Marape (10) proved her mettle when she took part in a competition above her age category. She played in the Under-13 category and still proved too strong for her senior counterparts, bagging a gold medal. Her performance meant she booked her space...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
Cracks emerge in First Division North
The divisions came to the fore when it took more than two hours for a weekend meeting to begin discussions on the agenda of the day. The meeting initially failed to form a quorum. Chairperson Mpezeni Sambandawe and his secretary, Rapula Gaotlhobogwe...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 29 May 2017
New pay TV network launched in Botswana
The satellite will deliver full-suite entertainment and sports content to households across the country. In an interview with Showbiz, the marketing and public relations manager Shadi Linchwe said the launch brings the very best in premium...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
SATO celebrates culture
The event attracted Southern Africa Teachers Organisation (SATO) members from countries such as Zambia, Lesotho, South Africa, Tanzania, Swaziland and the host country Botswana. The members’ different cultural dance and songs kept the audience...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
Miss Botswana top 30 unveiled
The 30 models were selected after the Miss Botswana team conducted auditions in Gaborone, Maun and Francistown in the past weeks. “We have done auditions in several places and are confident that we have in place the fairest of the girls who...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
New faces at COSBOTS
The elections, handled by an independent organisation, Botswana Council of Non-Governmental Organisations (BOCONGO), went on as planned even though the members did not form a quorum. The members elected on the day included six representatives from...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
New mall opens in Phakalane
Speaking during the official opening of the mall, managing director of Phakalane Estates, Lesang Magang said it has always been part of their plan to develop and diversify Phakalane beyond just residential area. “As part of our plans to...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
BITC looks to boost exports to Mozambique
The fair takes place from August 28 to September 3, 2017 as an annual international event presenting a mutli-sectorial meeting point for producers, investors, importers, exporters and buyers. “This will allow the participating companies an...
399,Staff Writer,, 29 May 2017
Govt moots one-stop-shop for transport projects
Director of Transport Planning and Policy, Orapeleng Mosigi said the policy is expected to be launched some time next year. It envisions the establishment of a transport system that is not only safe, secure, reliable, and efficient but also...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
Flying women encourage aviation enthusiasts
The event is set to start at 9am and end at 3pm. At least 50 girls from Maun and surrounding areas, ages 8-18 are expected to attend the event. The event will fall under the theme , “empowering and mentoring women and girls in the...
399,Staff Writer,, 29 May 2017
Jwaneng mine donates wheelchairs, upgraded library
A representative from Jwaneng mine, Tshepang Mazwigwila noted that they believe education by production hence they saw the need to upgrade the JTC library with 10 new computers and office chairs. He said their Corporate Social Investment (CSI) policy...
46713,Lebogang Baingapi,phpCC5C.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
Gone too soon
The perpetrator is believed to be a boyfriend, who terrorised the family for a long time, to the point that he would take her to Selebi-Phikwe and spend days beating and threatening to kill her. The police have denied knowledge of previous reports of...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 29 May 2017
Nkange
29 May 2017
Majwe celebrates women in mining
Women who have assumed male dominated roles within the industry were also recognised for their resilience and boldness. The Project Manager, Ron Day said Majwe Mining strived to advocate for equal opportunity for all by employing women where they...
46713,Lebogang Baingapi,phpCC5C.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
Paving slab turns womans life into hell
Narrating her ordeal, Motswagole said her worst nightmare started in June, 1, 2007 around 4pm as she was walking to her car after buying groceries at Cooperative Society Shop. She got tripped by a paving slab that was not properly aligned with the...
45705,Bonte Seepi,, 29 May 2017
Decision on Legaes extradition still pending
Legae escaped from Botswana after committing a series of armed robberies and rape. Asked about the delays in Legae’s extradition, the Botswana Police Service (BPS) public relations officer, assistant commissioner Witness Bosija said extradition...
434,Pini Bothoko,php3A86.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
Ntsuape cases committed to the High Court
State prosecutor, Chimbisani Sechele told Magistrate Kaveri Kapeko that committal documents in the matter were ready for his (Ntsuape) cases to be committed to the High Court for trial. In response, Ntsuape said he had nothing to say concerning the...
46713,Lebogang Baingapi,phpCC5C.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
Radikolo wins BOSETU presidency impressively
Modukanele lost dismally with a huge margin of 116 against the new president. In his acceptance speech, Radikolo urged the congress to dissolve their campaign lobby lists and focus on taking the union forward. He also called on the congress to...
45705,Bonte Seepi,,48624,Lindiwe Mozola,, 29 May 2017
Govt imposes compulsory acquisition on landlord
It is four years since the conception and subsequent signing in May of the contract of the bridge project, but nothing has happened. The Minister of Defence, Justice and Security Shaw Kgathi told a full council meeting here that the landlord has...
403,Onalenna Kelebeile,, 29 May 2017
Khama wants another 50-years for BDP
This is according to President Ian Khama whose party has been under siege since he took over power nearly a decade ago. In addition, he said opposition parties have proven that they cannot rule the country and they are often charactersised by severe...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
Dingake in Kenya to observe the Odinga petition case
The petition is to be observed by Trial Observation Mission headed by former Zambian Chief Justice, Ernest Sakala. Other members of the mission are Martin Masiga from Uganda and Brian Penduka from Zimbabwe. Speaking from Nairobi via email...
404,Bame Piet,phpB30D.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
Motshegwa warns divided opposition
Motshegwa said this when delivering a solidarity message at the Botswana Sector of Educators Trade Union (BOSETU) congress themed, ‘Championing Educators’ rights in the midst’s of collective bargaining challenges’. The...
403,Onalenna Kelebeile,,45705,Bonte Seepi,, 29 May 2017
Is democracy working when one party rules for 50 years?
Multi-party democracy implies a government of many parties. The concept that there must be many parties in the Constitution of a democratic government underlines the fact that people by nature have diverse views as to how best they should be ruled....
2208,Michael Dingake,phpFF67.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
Behind Seretse's P42 million commission from DIS
This was revealed in an application in which the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP) wants Seretse to be restrained from disposing of some of his properties and credit account balances. Seretse and two others are facing money laundering...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
Behind Seretse's P42 million commission from DIS
This was revealed in an application in which the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP) wants Seretse to be restrained from disposing of some of his properties and credit account balances. Seretse and two others are facing money laundering...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
Behind Seretse's P42 million commission from DIS
This was revealed in an application in which the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP) wants Seretse to be restrained from disposing of some of his properties and credit account balances. Seretse and two others are facing money laundering...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
In Thursday Paper
WORLD'S EYES ON KANYE
29 May 2017
Masire ensured Botswana and Namibia didnt fight
Sedudu Island (known as Kasikili Island in Namibia) is a fluvial island in Botswana, formed in the Chobe River adjacent to the border with Namibia which runs down the thalweg of the river immediately north of the island. The island was the subject of...
576,Galebolae Ngakane,php5932.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
Snippets From The International Media On Sir Ketumiles Passing
“Botswana will officially mourn Masire until Sunday, and information about his funeral will be released in coming days, President Ian Khama said. The president’s father, Seretse Khama, was Botswana’s first president after...
576,Galebolae Ngakane,php5932.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
Condolence Message To Masire Family From Bosetu President
Rre Masire may be celebrated as a teacher because that is where he started his journey to leadership. He became a true pillar of the nation during his two decade rule. He oversaw major changes in education. He implemented Education for Kagisanyo; an...
475,Correspondent,, 29 May 2017
Messages Of Condolences From The Public
TLHOLEGO TOLLY MOSEKIEMANG Rest in peace our father.We will not forget you more especially the language you used. We are now eating and our stomachs are big because of your merits.Indeed you were a loving father who cared for us country...
475,Correspondent,, 29 May 2017
Masires jokes
l “Lware lo bolawa ke tlala mme koloi ya me e tla e gata ‘loko jwa setho” QKJ l”Batho ba motse o le maitseooo.... eeh....a a makgasa!” QKJ l”Ko Manyana “tautona bana ba rona ga ba utlwe ba itaola”...
475,Correspondent,, 29 May 2017
How Mosisedi, Other Farming Activities, Rekindled Rra Gaones Hope In Agriculture
Rabai was this year’s host to the farmers who came from far and wide. Amongst them was none other than Sir Ketumile, the Master farmer. He sat alongside retired Vice President, Ponatshego Kedikilwe and Bangwaketse Kgosikgolo, Malope...
475,Correspondent,, 29 May 2017
Worlds eyes focus on Kanye
Masire, regarded as the principal architect of the country’s economic success and a peacemaker around the world, will be laid to rest in his ward of Goo-Matebejana in Kanye in the culmination of a national mourning period after his death on...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
Moruakgomo attains 6th dan black belt
The chief instructor recently received the new grade in Germany where instructors, the Shihans capped him. Moruakgomo, who has a 42-year career practising martial arts, is the third Motswana to acquire a sixth dan black belt after two of his former...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
Makhubu, Radisele dominate BISA games
The two schools qualified after the North Central Zone games held here over the weekend. In volleyball, Radisele and Boipelego junior school proved they meant business when they qualified for the finals in both the boys and girls categories....
68423,Olefile Serokolo,, 29 May 2017
Stage set for Orange Phikwe marathon
The sleeping copper mining town is expected to rise from its BCL closure-induced slumber to celebrate the race’s 32nd edition. The annual event, which started as a fun run, is now a qualifier for international competitions such as the Olympic...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
BFA told to stop meddling in BPL affairs
When responding to BFA president, Maclean Letshwiti’s speech at the BPL annual general meeting (AGM) on Saturday, Green Lovers chairperson, Solomon Ramochotlwane said the league would not gain autonomy unless the BFA stopped meddling in the...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 29 May 2017
Majawa rejects pay cut, quits Rollers
He was lured to Rollers by former coach, Rahman Gumbo from Malawi’s MTL Wanderers in 2008 and has been with the club since. Tico leaves the club on a free transfer as his one contract elapsed at the end of the season. Speaking to Mmegi Sport...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 29 May 2017
Miss Independence 2017 promotes culture
One of those committed to preserving culture is a young woman who goes by the name, Gaonyafelwe Phuti. Phuti who is the director of Miss Independence 2017 beauty pageant has decided to use the beauty pageant as a platform that would promote and...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
Taking house sound to another level
The album was recorded at Molefinyane Media Group and Black Money Makers Studios. The album features the likes of Mosako, BK Proctor and Shinkie, Phatsimo just to mention but a few. Gilroy’s house sound represents both the groove based...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
Sekaka Gardens to host no cellphone event
The joint, located at the end of the main Mmopane road after bus rank, is a huge place with a campsite, Setswana huts, a terrace bar, pool, outdoor showers and mansion that would in future be used as a guesthouse. In an interview with the event...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
Lady Zamar to launch album at Chez Nicolas
Lady Zamar has been one of the top artists on different media platforms with her music receiving airplay. She is also famous for the collaboration she did with Prince Kaybee on the song Charlotte that is currently topping the charts. “King...
8057,Dumisani Ncube,php79F5.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
Young engineers forum to plug industry gaps
YPF is a group of young professionals who belong to member associations of the International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC). According to ACEB chairperson, Zibo Makosha the YPF will ensure sustainability in the industry and address the...
46073,Isaac Pinielo,php10C7.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
BTC bounces back to profitability
While revenues rose by a healthy eight percent in the period, the huge jump in the profits was largely attributed to a 26% fall in costs, as the telecommunications company did not factor in any impairment charges this year. In 2016, BTC factored in...
399,Staff Writer,, 29 May 2017
Let us consolidate, build and remain steadfast
One could here speak of good governance in the context of leadership, policies and institutions, the African image, the history of political parties or the history of our economic development. But I suppose that is reserved for our discussion...
55029,Sir Ketumile Masire,phpB4EB.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2017
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