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Boitumelo Khutsafalo 07 December 2017

Ndlovu close to Highlanders move

The trainer told Mmegi Sport that he was close to concluding talks with one of the top clubs in Zimbabwe.  He is linked to Chicken Inn and Highlanders. “I can’t confirm my exact destination now, but I am in advanced talks with two...

Koketso Kgoboge 07 December 2017

Sharps confirm Tsatsilebe as Paul joins Notwane

 Pio was confirmed as the new Notwane coach this week. He was served with suspension by Sharps following a 2-0 defeat to Township Rollers last month with the issue of a contract and results as some of the reasons. According to Sharps president,...

Boitumelo Khutsafalo | 07 December 2017

Botswana hosts WBC Pan African title bouts

Four bouts are internationals while the other two are for the World Boxing Association (WBA) Pan African titles.  Boxers are from the hosts, Botswana, South Africa, Tanzania, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Kenya.  Boxers from...

Calistus Kolantsho | 07 December 2017

Early Christmas for Tsholofelo Foundation children

Mabijo Productions founder and director, Tebogo Motswetla said Hope Christmas Carols are aimed at bringing hope to people more especially the less privileged members of the public. This charity Christmas event that is a celebration of hope that also...

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 07 December 2017

Botswana Games budget cut by 33%

More than 3,500 athletes are expected to take part in the games, which start in Gaborone on Monday, with the opening ceremony on Sunday. The Local Organising Committee (LOC) chairperson, Bobby Gaseitsiwe told Mmegi Sport during an activation...

Calistus Kolantsho | 07 December 2017

Papic among Euro-coaches keen on Orapa job

Former Orlando Pirates coach, Kostadin Papic is said to be interested but William said the asking price was too steep. Amongst the European coaches are two Spaniards, Zdravko Logarusic and Valentín De Felix. An English coach is expected to...

Koketso Kgoboge 07 December 2017

Ban T caters for his young fans

The event dubbed ‘Listen To The kids’ will be hosted at Mantlwaneng. It will feature Ban T, Ammo Ski Mask, Urban Empire and Mjamaica will be the host. “I have realised that I have a huge following from young people that are still...

Dumisani Ncube 07 December 2017

TNT celebrates 10 years of dance

The group led by Chris Mangiroza was formed a decade ago in Gaborone and has since groomed a number of young performers. “This is a way of us celebrating our 10th anniversary in the dance industry despite not being given much recognition in...

Dumisani Ncube 07 December 2017

Ministry of Environment Natural Resources and Tourism

Mmegi Editor 07 December 2017

Mister Gaborone third in Africa

He was competing against contestants from 15 African countries. The young man, who came back to the country this week, did his best to bring the crown home despite the challenges he faced as the country issued his visa late and he got to Lagos a day...

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 07 December 2017

Of BMD, Pilane and the media

Pilane first took pot shots at the media after the party’s violent Bobonong congress. On Tuesday morning, after his Matshekge Hills Senior Secondary School elected leadership was endorsed at the congress re-run in Lobatse, he returned to a...

Mmegi Editor | 07 December 2017

Milk production improves, deficit persists

According to the Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food Security, the rise in local milk production is a welcome development but it still represent less than 10% of the country’s annual demand. The 6.2 million produced this year...

Pauline Dikuelo | 07 December 2017

Police report on BMD congress violence out soon

This is according to Assistant Commissioner of Police deputy divisional commander for North Central, Tamapo Nthoiwa. “We have been doing a thorough screening of those who might have been involved in the violence. The case involves a lot of...

Chakalisa Dube | 07 December 2017

Poverty eradication evaluation pending

This revelation came after the MP for Selebi-Phikwe West Dithapelo Keorapetse had asked the Minister of Presidential Affairs, Governance and Public Administration whether the Poverty Eradication Programme has been evaluated, if so, to furnish MPs...

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 07 December 2017

Masogo, assailants to reconcile

The trio of Chidzani Mokgwebe, Otsile Moses and Boago Mosarwane reportedly assaulted Masogo during a party activity early this year. Masogo reported the matter to police and it was subsequently taken to court. However, during a court appearance in...

Chakalisa Dube | 07 December 2017

Keevil joins International Academy of Family Lawyers

The Academy, formed in 1986, is a worldwide association of practising lawyers who are recognised by their peers as the most experienced and skilled family law specialists in their respective countries. Membership is by invitation only and a rigorous...

Staff Writer 07 December 2017

Students� indiscipline remains a concern-Goya

The Assistant Minister of Basic Education, Moiseraela Goya echoed these sentiments when answering a question in Parliament. This followed a question that was asked by the Member of Parliament for Francistown East Buti Billy who had asked the...

Pini Bothoko | 07 December 2017

�Comply with ILO or resign�

Speaking during the union’s annual central executive committee gathering held here at he Majestic Five Hotel this week, Mogwera said the trade union movement is under siege and added that the enactment of draconian and repressive labour laws by...

Onalenna Kelebeile 07 December 2017

BOPEU members call for removal of the board

Instead, in one of the commissions that presented on Wednesday morning, a recommendation was made to the effect that the board of trustees be removed from office. The union president Masego Mogwera said during an interview that she only heard...

Onalenna Kelebeile 07 December 2017

PSLE results are out

According to a press statement from the organisation,, a total of 44,427 candidates sat for the examinations this year, showing candidature increase of 4.49% compared to the 2016 candidature of 42,517. “The 2017 PSLE overall performance...

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 07 December 2017

BDP sets new dates for primaries in opposition held constituencies

The party’s Bulela Ditswe in the 18 opposition-held constituencies were postponed indefinitely in October to await the final determination of the case on the participation of civil servants in primary elections, which was before the Court of...

Goitsemodimo Kaelo | 07 December 2017

Botswana condemns USA's decision to recognise Jerusalem as Israeli capital

In recognition of this, the International Community continues to advocate that the status of Jerusalem be resolved through negotiation and as part of a two state solution. This is the reason why the international community has refrained from making...

Correspondent 07 December 2017

World condemns Trump's Jerusalem announcement

Saudi Arabia called it "unjustified and irresponsible", while France and the UK said they did not support the decision. But Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu hailed it as "historic" and said he was sure more countries would follow suit. President...

BBC.COM 07 December 2017

MYSC building victim identified

She is Ashelin Manjeya (20), a Zimbabwean female citizen who was unemployed and residing at Phase 4 location in Gaborone. It is alleged that on Monday around 12pm, Manjeya visited the MYSC office at the seventh floor of the building asking for one...

Staff Writer 07 December 2017

Gov�t to tackle poor projects delivery

The ministry said this at a consultative meeting for roads and ICT [information and communications technology] projects held in Gaborone this week. Permanent secretary in the ministry, Kabelo Ebineng said they are concerned that it is not getting...

Isaac Pinielo 07 December 2017