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In this weeks paper

Kabelo Boranabi 30 October 2017

WHO Mugabe

Lesedi Mkhutshwa 30 October 2017

Kudus To The BPS

Undoubtedly there are some elderly citizens who abuse alcohol and illicit drugs but the problem seem to affect young people a lot more. It cannot be disputed that productivity and economic growth go hand in hand, and obviously an individual who...

Monitor Editor 30 October 2017

Under-17 Girls Stage Dramatic Comeback

The local girls lost 5-2 in an away match played in Zambia a fortnight ago but showed great character in the second leg encounter played at the Lobatse Sports Complex on Friday. Trailing by three goals, the local side took the game to their...

Kabelo Boranabi | 30 October 2017

BAA Rapped Over Leaked Calendar Of Events

Clubs were shocked to see the calendar on social media platforms last week and allegations were rife that it was the final document. Agripa Matshameko of Selebi-Phikwe Runners Club told Sport Monitor that he was surprised to...

Calistus Kolantsho | 30 October 2017

Rollers Brush Aside Chiefs

An own goal by Thato Ogopotse and a well struck shot by Lemponye Tshireletso were enough to give Rollers the victory. The last time Rollers lost a match was against Chiefs last season in the first round. There were not many surprises in both...

Boitumelo Khutsafalo | 30 October 2017

Last Gasp Penalty Saves Scrappy TAFIC

Siyinqaba were invited for Francistown City’s 120 years jubilee celebrations, but the chilly temperatures saw most fans stay away. The first half was played at a snail’s pace with both sides enjoying possession but without meaningful...

Koketso Kgoboge 30 October 2017

Gunners, Orapa Settle For Draw

Both teams went for the jugular early on, with goalkeepers kept busy. Gunners’ goal poacher, Kenanao ‘Flo’ Kgetholetsile troubled the Orapa back line but could not find the early break. The hosts’ glove man, Kelame...

Tumelo Mouwane 30 October 2017

BOMU Awards A Disaster

The awards seemed more like a primary school prize giving event gone wrong if not worse. At the VIP section, the organisers failed to arrange seats for different dignitaries that would accommodate and make them feel comfortable. The VIP section was...

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 30 October 2017

UDC Statement On Attacks On The Umbrella And Its Leadership

The trend has taken the form of sustained attacks on the UDC in general, and its leadership in particular, by individuals who only a few months were colleagues in the UDC project. After being approached by the same group to help resolve the problems...

Correspondent 30 October 2017

Khama �Cancels� Ghetto sobriquet

When giving the keynote address Khama said Francistown has massively developed over the years and therefore it is not justifiable to continue using the nickname, Ghetto. He said the name Ghetto is associated with shanty towns. “I am banning...

Lesedi Mkhutshwa | 30 October 2017

Everyone Can Get Cancer-MP Kenewendo

Kenewendo, who was the chief walker, said this during the 11th Annual Stiletto Walk 2017 at the Rail Park Mall over the weekend. The event was held under the theme, ‘Big or Small, Save ’Em All.’ “Check for lumps in your...

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 30 October 2017

Zimbabwean Man Busted With Botswana Passport And Omang

Ngwenya was arrested by a special Botswana Police Service (BPS) operation on October 3 at Borolong village near Francistown. Ngwenya fraudulently applied for the national identity card using the names Kgakgamatso Vain at the offices of the Civil and...

Lebogang Mosikare | 30 October 2017

BOFUS Urged To Recruit More Members

Speaking during the BOFUS elective Annual General Meeting (AGM), which was held over the weekend at the Majestic Five Hotel, an academic and mentor, Pangaman Tjinamano Kaisara urged BOFUS to recruit more members into the scheme saying that 11,000 is...

Bonte Seepi 30 October 2017

Baha�is Celebrate Founder�s 200th Anniversary

Baha’u’llah, an Arabic word meaning the Glory of God-as explained by followers, was born in the city of Tehran, Persia in 1817. His teachings are centred on oneness  of the human race and universal peace as contained in one of...

Baboki Kayawe 30 October 2017

Collective Bargaining Addresses Imbalance � BOFEPUSU Lawyers

This is in response to a case in which the government and Botswana Public Employees Union (BOPEU) are challenging a High Court judgement declaring that the Public Service Bargaining Council (PSBC) binds all public servants inclusive of those whose...

Goitsemodimo Kaelo | 30 October 2017

Molapise Reassures UDC Leadership Of His Commitment, But�

The UDC top leadership called a meeting with the UDC chairperson, Molapise after a period of uncertainty about the veteran of opposition’s commitment to the opposition unity project. UDC vice president and Botswana Congress Party (BCP) leader...

Ryder Gabathuse | 30 October 2017

Diamond Trust Injects P14.9m On Tsodilo

Moroka, who is also a Debswana Board member, said the Tsodilo Hills World Heritage Site Integrated Management Plan project is the first and only project that the Diamond Trust has undertaken since it was set up in 2007. “We believe that...

Thalefang Charles | 30 October 2017

Cops After �Babyface�

The police are up in arms roaming the city of Gaborone and neighbouring villages in search of this armed robbery suspect believed to be dangerous. Together with his two co-accused, the trio attempted to steal money from Mary Okello and threatening...

Pini Bothoko | 30 October 2017

Alleged Zim Poacher To Be Extradited To Botswana

Late last week, Moyo pleaded with the Harare Magistrates’ Court to protect him and stop his extradition by the International Police (Interpol). Interpol Harare had approached court requesting for an extradition certificate in order to send Moyo...

Chakalisa Dube | 30 October 2017

AP Launches In Style

AP vice president, Wynter Mmolotsi could not hide his excitement as he announced that their party reached all the four corners of the country as they registered members in 56 of the 57 constituencies. “This party was formed to provide hope for...

Innocent Selatlhwa | 30 October 2017

Yesterday And Today

But week in and week out we do get treated to a regular and quite remarkable diet of acrimony as exchanged between advocates of the various parties. Those of us who are not involved must be watching this ever-on-going exchange with concern, perhaps...

Sandy Grant 30 October 2017

Druggies And A Dog Named Boots

Developments are good, but the only downside is that with developments, also comes a myriad of problems, mostly copied from somewhere. In our present case, our malls and other entertainment areas are fast becoming a nuisance, places where youth now...

Tumie Modise 30 October 2017

The Guns Of Khutiyabasadi �Part Ii

If the Nkosi believed that the rest of the Batawana cattle would prove to be an easy target, he had grieviously underestimated his foe. In the decades prior to the 1884 invasion, the Batawana Kingdom had steadily expanded under the able, if at times...

Jeff Ramsay | 30 October 2017

ATI Hits Hard As Davido Flops

The rapper’s grand entrance had everyone on standstill as the Department of Fire Services lowered him on stage to deliver the best performance of the night. The artist, who also won six BOMU awards on the same night, was more inspired than ever...

Mompati Tlhankane | 30 October 2017

I am A Progressive � Nkaigwa

Nkaigwa has since confirmed that he is a card-carrying member of the Alliance for Progressives (AP). Nkaigwa was at some point said to be against the idea of forming a new party, intent to stay under the UDC. “I was at the morning session, but...

Innocent Selatlhwa | 30 October 2017

Gabs City App Launched

The one-stop shop app, which is downloaded for free, offers platforms for advertising, online shopping, integration, live streaming, mobile ticketing as well as business listings. Gaborone App allows people to search for listed companies, read news,...

Pauline Dikuelo | 30 October 2017