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In this weeks paper

Kgosietsile Ngakaagae 25 September 2017

Ndaba Gaolathe

Monitor Editor 25 September 2017

The Opposition Must Put House In Order

The opposition has been preaching unseating the ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) for the longest time, but sadly of recent, they seem to be more engaged in bickering rather than strategising on how they are going to increase their numbers in...

Monitor Editor 25 September 2017

Hotspurs Goalkeeper Dies From Stabbing

The player was stabbed at Gaborone West on Friday evening with a knife and was later admitted at Princess Marina Hospital before he passed on, Saturday night. Her sister Nombulelo Tlhabaki confirmed the death of the 21-year-old player. “On...

Koketso Kgoboge 25 September 2017

Local Runners Dominate Half Marathon

Diacore Club was particularly dominant, clinching titles in both the men and women’s races.  Rapula Diphoko was unstoppable as he cruised to the finishing line in the 21km race in a time of 1:06:53 to win the men’s race. His...

Calistus Kolantsho | 25 September 2017

Chiefs, GU Share Spoils

The team, however welcomed back defender Keabetswe Jenamiso who has been on the sidelines since January 2016 due to an injury. GU coach, Rodolfo Zapata handed a number of new signees their debuts including Dirang Moloi and Thatayaone Kgamanyane. The...

Kabelo Boranabi | 25 September 2017

H�landers Give Nico Rude Welcome

It was Nico United who began to settle well and it was not surprising to see their first threatening effort in the 17th minute. Mogopodi Seithamo received a wonderful pass from Ronald Ramokgathadi on the left flank and dribbled past the Highlanders...

Olefile Serokolo 25 September 2017

New Entrants Dominate Naledi Horse Race

Future King from Kokong finished third and claimed P7,000 cash while the crowd’s favourite Guitar Guy from Takatokwane finished second and went away with P9,000. Eversell from Kokotsha emerged victorious to claim the championship in the...

Lebogang Baingapi 25 September 2017

Rollers Edge Nervy TAFIC

Nerves cost Matjimenyenga in the opening half of the tie played at the Francistown Sports Complex. It took Popa six minutes to remind TAFIC of the rigours of top-flight football. Segolame Boy posted a long corner kick to the far end and Tshepo...

Koketso Kgoboge 25 September 2017

Franco Rescues Figos� Night

The show attracted an impressive crowd. However, what was expected to be Figos’ big night nearly turned into disaster, as other artists on the line-up did not show up. The line-up included Vee wa Mampeezy, Franco, Ditiro Leero, Charmagal, and...

Goitsemodimo Kaelo | 25 September 2017

Letlole La Rona Records 20% Profit

According to the CEO, Paul More, this was primarily due to increased revenue including an income of P6.3 million from the newly acquired investment in NBC as well as continued focus on creating operating efficiencies. LLR acquired a third stake in...

Pauline Dikuelo | 25 September 2017

Wasteful Gunners Rue Missed Chances

Proven goal scorer, Kenanao ‘Flo’ Kgetholetsile missed a glorious chance after a good run down in the left by Thabo Metlhayotlhe and a good cross. With only Raphael Nthwane to beat, his effort went wide. He had earlier headed wide after...

Boitumelo Khutsafalo | 25 September 2017

Limkokwing Welcomes New Industry Advisors

Amongst the new industry advisors are radio expert, David Moepeng of AFSTERO Botswana, famous photographer, Ulf Nermark of Botswana Society for the Arts, marketing and advertising specialist, Toderai Tsara of Dialogue Group and Tebogo Modisagape of...

Correspondent 25 September 2017

Barclays Intensifies Financial Inclusion

Barclays managing director, Reinette van der Merwe said the bank’s activities reflect their determination to make an impact in the communities in which the bank operates. “We launched the third season of Madi Majwana, the radio drama on...

Staff Writer 25 September 2017

Babereki Investments Terminates Andrew Motsamai�s Contract Of Employment

l It is not in the nature of Botswana Public Employees’ Union (BOPEU) to react and respond to every statement about us in the media. However, in line with keeping regular contact with our stakeholders, the union saw the need to communicate...

Correspondent 25 September 2017

Dibotelo�s Term Extended To 2018

Dibotelo was set to retire from service when he turns 70 in October, which is retirement age of High Court judges, including Chief Justice, in terms of the Section 97(1) of the Constitution. “Last month the Judicial Service Commission, after...

Goitsemodimo Kaelo | 25 September 2017

Disregard For Disciplinary Procedures Costly

Rabasimane was addressing a workshop on disciplinary procedures organised by Selebi-Phikwe Town Council (SPTC) recently. He said due to failure to follow the right procedures, it end up coming as a cost to the government in cases where people go to...

Olefile Serokolo 25 September 2017

Donkey Cruelty Remains A Crisis In Botswana

This was revealed during the donkey awareness workshop held here recently that attracted Central District farmers held under the theme, ‘Preserving donkeys for future use’. Dr John Moreki of the Department of Animal Production said that...

Lindiwe Mozola 25 September 2017

Boitekanelo Graduates Encouraged To Make Use Of Their Skills

Over 400 students from certificate, diploma and degree courses graduated. The ceremony was held under the theme ‘Building a strong healthcare service: A healthy legacy.’ Speaking at the college’s graduation ceremony held at the...

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 25 September 2017

Mbulawa Wants A Helicopter For North Central Division

Mbulawa pleaded with Minister Shaw Kgathi during his address to the North Central Division (Number 2 district) police officers recently. He said they appreciate what the government is doing in trying to improve their work. “We appreciate the...

Bonte Seepi 25 September 2017

Police Presence Could Reduce Crime

Police stations are inundated with cases of theft particularly pick-pocketing, theft from cars in shopping malls, and theft and car breaking by traffic lights. In the case of the latter the thieves snatch people’s valuables like mobile phones,...

Pini Bothoko | 25 September 2017

Scientific Examination Report Delays Lion Poaching Case

The accused, all aged 30 and residents of Kgalagadi south district, were arrested around the villages of Middlepits and Bogogobo in August. On their arrest the police retrieved bones and two lion skins in the quartet’s possession. Middlepits...

Pini Bothoko | 25 September 2017

CoA To Hand Judgement On Public Servants� Primaries� Rights

Letsididi ruled that the Public Service Act (PSA) does not prohibit public officers from participating in primary elections. His judgement came after the Botswana Public Employees Union (BOPEU) and National Amalgamated Central, Local and Parastatal...

Goitsemodimo Kaelo | 25 September 2017

Marang Students Warned Against Sex

“My pregnancy was not easy. I didn’t know I was pregnant till I finished my Form 5. When you fall pregnant, your youth, your body will not fully develop. Your dignity is also dragged through the mud. It is also not easy to concentrate at...

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 25 September 2017

Radio Personality Takes To Marriage Counselling

The event, which will focus on relationship and marriage, themed, ‘Get Your Love Life Back’, is scheduled for October 14, 2017, at Travel Lodge in Block 3. Sealetsa-Ubah, explained that with the high divorce rate and many family...

Maureen Odubeng | 25 September 2017

New Party Could Lead To Instability Within Opposition

This is after some members expressed concern over the decision taken by UDC National Executive Committee (NEC), which they felt favoured Sidney Pilane team more than Gaolathe one. Gaolathe announced Wednesday last week that their new political home...

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 25 September 2017

A Lesson In Humility

Sadly, people who are proud realise this only when they face grave situations in life, and one thing I know with the utmost certainty is that the experience teaches them valuable lessons. A story is told of a son, a spoilt brat from one rich family...

Tumie Modise 25 September 2017

Game Of Thrones (Part1)

Perhaps with an element of hindsight, it has been said that the death of the great Mokwena was accompanied by foreboding signs. A certain Rangwadi prophesied that the end of the dynasty. Songs of doom were also sung. One of these,...

Jeff Ramsay | 25 September 2017

Your Call is very Important to Us

The BTCL really is very odd isn’t it? Even though its staff have nothing to do but drink tea and enjoy diphaphatha, it still insists that nothing can be done to rectify your non-functioning phone or internet until three working days have...

Sandy Grant 25 September 2017

Muvhango Actress Drills Aspiring Actors

The Muvhango actress, who has a career spanning for over a decade, touched on different aspects that an actor should apply on screen and stage sharing her past experience in the film industry. The Master class was strictly focussed on the acting...

Dumisani Ncube 25 September 2017

BOFEPUSU President Encourages AP To Join UDC

While many members of a less than a week old AP have openly rejected the idea of affiliating to the UDC, Tshukudu said BOFEPUSU would encourage Ndaba Gaolathe’s outfit to think of joining the umbrella.  AP officials have also remained...

Chakalisa Dube | 25 September 2017

Farmers Urged To Invest In Donkey Products

This was said by Selalelo Mpotokwane of National Food Research Technology Centre (NARFTC) during the donkey awareness workshop held at Botsalo Hotel on Tuesday. He said that donkey products have in recent years seen a steady increase in popularity....

Lindiwe Mozola 25 September 2017