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In this weeks paper

Naledi Lemogang 03 October 2017

Botswana�s Moment of Truth

The coming elections in 2019 are not just business as usual as some of us have been thinking. It is becoming quite evident that they are a moment in the life of this great nation where for the first time in a long time people will have even more than...

Correspondent 03 October 2017

Weddings: The Expensive Rite of Passage

We get swept up in having big events for these rites of passage. For example, a big graduation party, extravagant wedding, 18th birthday bash. These once-in-a-lifetime events make us want to ‘go all out’ and can put a strain on our...

Correspondent 03 October 2017

BNOC Race On The Home Stretch

The candidates faced-off in the first of two debates at Tlotlo Conference Centre on Thursday. Tomorrow, the candidates will take part in a second debate, organised by the Sports Writers Association of Botswana (SWABO) and will be televised on...

Naledi Lemogang 03 October 2017

Softball secretary general suspended

BSA president, Tirelo Mukokomani served Gaosikelwe with the suspension letter last week. In the letter, Mukokomani accused Gaosikelwe of failing to carry out her responsibilities as secretary general. “On numerous occasions, I have issued...

Calistus Kolantsho | 03 October 2017

Flamingos, Stars Win Independence Cup

It took Flamingos 10 minutes to surge ahead against the young side. Pelaelo Hlabano posted a hard and low shot from the left side, goalkeeper parried on to the path of Monametsi Tsapoga and he tapped into an empty net. Leopards showed no respect for...

Koketso Kgoboge 03 October 2017

Mothibedi Registers Second Win In Pro Boxing

Two judges gave Mothibedi the fight, while a third, scored a tie.  The upcoming professional fighter took control of the first round of the bout against the experienced Cele. Scara, as Mothibedi is known by his legion of fans, badly needed...

Naledi Lemogang 03 October 2017

Zebras Wrap 51st Celebrations With A Win

Jerome Ramatlhakwana marked his home return to the Zebras setup after a three-year absence with a brace to gift coach, David Bright his first victory at the helm of the team. The Zebras were awarded an early penalty, as defender Anteneh Tesfaye was...

Kabelo Boranabi | 03 October 2017

Avani Gets P79 Million Facelift

The revamp included the 156 guest rooms and public spaces including the main entrance and porte cochere, which now have Avani’s signature design hallmarks. According to the hotel’s newly appointed general manager (GM), Riaan van Rooyen,...

Pauline Dikuelo | 03 October 2017

Female Mechanic Overcomes Barriers

Ketaroma Moshe had to prove herself in a world where women are considered incompetent, standing strong in the face of nay-sayers and doubting Thomases with the support of her family.  The 47-year-old woman who hails from Bobonong said she began...

Olefile Serokolo 03 October 2017

BMD

Olefile Serokolo 03 October 2017

DStv Delivers More Value To Their Customers

According to MultiChoice Botswana general manager Theo Erasmus, due to the tough economic times, they decided to help their customers by adjusting the price of DStv Access package to make them more affordable. “We recognise that our customers...

Pauline Dikuelo | 03 October 2017

Aquafresh Teach Pupils Good Oral Hygiene

In an interview with Expo Africa country manager Botswana, Kagiso Kgabolwana, the programme aims to encourage parents to take a more active role in the education of their children regarding dental health by promoting interaction between children and...

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 03 October 2017

Ministers From 12 African Nations To Meet

They will attend the Fifth Anniversary Celebration and the Forum of Minister’s Conference on the Gaborone Declaration for Sustainability in Africa at Cresta Maun.  The  Ministers Forum will be opened officially by President Ian Khama,...

Staff Writer 03 October 2017

FNBB, Police Investigate Money Scam

Two weeks ago, a number of  First National Bank of Botswana (FNBB) customers reportedly flocked the bank to report a money scam, as their money was mysteriously withdrawn from their accounts by international fake bank accounts. The matter is...

Pini Bothoko | 03 October 2017

Minister Meets Faith-Based Organisations

The three organisations or councils oversee member churches in Botswana. The purpose of the meeting was to give feedback on progress made, since the last meeting in 2012, as regards the involvement of the church in the development of the country and...

Staff Writer 03 October 2017

Khama Recognises Botswana�s Founding Fathers

Botswana gained Independence in 1966, and was regarded as one of the poorest countries in the world at the time. Khama’s father, Seretse Khama became the country’s founding president. In his message on the country’s 51 years of...

Goitsemodimo Kaelo | 03 October 2017

Botswana-China Vow To Mend Relations

Chinese Ambassador to Botswana, Zhao Yanbo said the big issue was the quality issue concerning certain Chinese contracted  projects, which arose a few years ago for various reasons.  He was speaking at the China’s 68th National Day...

Baboki Kayawe 03 October 2017

The tale of the report that grew legs

A few journalists have written about this, a few brave members of the public too, to no avail. The only problem with this matter, which we all would rather not talk about is, until it comes to a conclusion, the incessant questions are not going to...

Tumie Modise 03 October 2017

WHO Regional Director For Africa Visits Botswana

Moeti will meet with the Minister of Health and Wellness, Dorcas Makgato and her team. She will also pay courtesy calls on the Vice President, Mokgweetsi Masisi and the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Pelonomi...

Staff Writer 03 October 2017

Personal Security?

The next (same issue) had the headline, ‘More Billions beckon for BDF’.  Then came Monitor’s article on September 25, ‘Mbulawa, Divisional Police Commander, wants a Helicopter for North Central Division’. And then,...

Sandy Grant 03 October 2017

Young Woman Makes Living Through Interior Design

The Selebi-Phikwe-born woman turned her passion for the creative arts into a lucrative interior design business in 2014 after registering her company called Woodman Interiors. “Creative arts is a big contributor towards Botswana’s...

Isaac Pinielo 03 October 2017

UDC To Dice With BMD Fate

The UDC is supposed to meet on October 6, 2017 to decide the fate of the BMD.  BMD’s fate will either break or unite the UDC. When BMD split, UDC suffered a blow that saw the formation of a new party, Alliance for Progressives (AP), led by...

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 03 October 2017

Gaelebale Finally Gets Crown After Five Years

The 26-years-old was crowned queen at the University of Botswana Indoor Sports Centre with Uua Murangi named second princess and Neelo Ntobatsang winning the first princess crown. In total, the pageant had 12 hopefuls battling it out for the...

Dumisani Ncube 03 October 2017