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Police imposters on the loose
According to police spokesperson, Near Bagali, the criminals are demanding Automated Teller Machine (ATM) cards and their Personal Identification Number (PIN), and in the process withdraw money from unsuspecting victims’ bank accounts under the...
76914,Betty Ramohubu,, 08 May 2018
China donates primary school in Mmopane
The Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Pelonomi Venson-Moitoi is scheduled to officiate at the ground breaking ceremony for the P120 million Mmopane Primary School at Mmopane Block 1 on Friday morning. “The project,...
399,Staff Writer,, 08 May 2018
Local cattle rustlers hit back
For a while police have been battling with cross-border stock theft in which South African rustlers were invading Botswana to steal cattle, but now it seems locals are hitting back. “We have been battling with cross-border stock theft...
434,Pini Bothoko,php3A86.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
Saleshando cautions party lawyers against Khama
He said the attorneys should know there is need to balance their professional duties with the interests of the organisation they freely and voluntarily choose to associate with. “Retired President Khama presided over a corrupt government that...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
Inaugural gospel awards a success
Leah won the most awards by scooping the award for best gospel artist of the year, best newcomer, gospel album of the year, and song of the year. Moyoress Molefi also won three awards being the best traditional gospel, best gospel music DVD...
76914,Betty Ramohubu,, 08 May 2018
I am a dreamer of big dreams - Boko
1. I would like to preface my response to the 2018 Budget Statement by affirming that I am indeed a big dreamer. The Vice President was right to describe me so in his response to the President’s last State of the Nation Address. I am a dreamer...
2440,Duma Boko,php3014.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
Trumping the base degrees!
08 May 2018
22 murder cases over festive
The police recorded 22 murder cases during the end of year operations that ran from December 18, 2017 to January 3, 2018. According the Botswana Police Service’s public relations officer, Dipheko Motube there was an increase of murder case as...
434,Pini Bothoko,php3A86.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
Murder accused claims innocence
The accused, Prince Moyo, 24, of Maboledi village in Zimbabwe allegedly murdered Kago Keletse last year on Independence Day at a popular entertainment spot in Matsiloje village, approximately 45 kilometres east of Francistown. Moyo told...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
BDP councillor dies
Mmegi has learnt that Rakala has not been well for sometime. The BDP communication chairperson Thapelo Pabalinga confirmed the councillor’s death, but would not share any other details.
399,Staff Writer,, 08 May 2018
No one charged in BMD Matshekge bloody congress
According to the Assistant Commissioner of Police Deputy Divisional Commander-North Central, Tamapo Nthoiwa investigations into violent activities at Matshekge Senior Secondary School were completed in the last week of December. “Based...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
Morobosi organisers blame bank delays for Heavy K saga
The organisers are adamant that they remunerated the award-winning artist long before the event took place, and blame bank delays for the unforeseen saga. Heavy K’s organisers have confirmed that indeed Morobosi organisers made a...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
Outrage as funds disappear from FNBB accounts
Over the festive season, numerous account holders took to social media in outrage, reporting that funds had been withdrawn from their accounts without consent. Others reported that unsuccessful attempts had been made to cash funds illegally from...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
Regional tennis tourney gets underway in Gaborone
Ten out of the expected 12 southern African countries will take part.Botswana Tennis Association (BTA) public relations officer, Shelton Benzah told Mmegi Sport that the tournament is a qualifier for the Africa Championship to be played in March in...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
Four in the hat for Top 8 draw
Whichever pairing, it promises mouth-watering encounters, with fans expected to keenly follow the proceedings at the Gaborone bus rank tomorrow. The draw pits two Gaborone giants against rising mining town sides, with all the teams in the hat...
399,Staff Writer,, 08 May 2018
Can I come in?
08 May 2018
Front Page this week: BCP, BNF snub BMD at Moshupa /Manyana
08 May 2018
Seretse & co bail conditions relaxed
Chief Regional Magistrate Christopher Gabanagae this morning relaxed the accused persons' bail conditions meaning they will have their passports back whenever they need to travel outside the country. During the ruling the magistrate said the accused...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
Ralotsia admits ISPAAD flaws
He said that the loopholes within the Integrated Support Programme for Arable Agricultural Development (ISPAAD) that created room for corruption led to the programme failing to realise its expected benefits, as economic principles were not...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
Police arrest Cats six-year dominance
Police coach, Tshegofatso Monyama became the first coach to break the dominance and also made history by winning the title in his first season. “I am proud of myself for defeating a team that has been winning the league for six years. I...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
Battling amateur boxing hits the canvas
The last time boxing won a recognisable medal at an international platform was during the 2010 Commonwealth Games in New Delhi through Tirafalo Seoko who got silver while Oteng Oteng finished with a bronze. Oteng went on to compete at the London...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
Volleyball holds course to revamp management
Dr Tesfay Asgedom from Ethiopia is the course facilitator and told Mmegi Sport that management remains a challenge for most volleyball bodies across the continent. He said it was important to have people who have the ability to drive volleyball...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
Local clubs fail to catch social media frenzy
The days when football team supporters would wait for that weekly publication or the evening radio or television bulletin for news updates, are slowing disappearing into the horizon. In between the next press or bulletin, supporters relied on...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
Relief for local bikers as Mantshwabisi licence granted
The SACCS had announced that bikers should carry a valid road licence and must not be under the age of 18. The decision sparked a lot of criticism from local bikers as many of them do not carry a road licence, but the Botswana Motor Sport (BMS)...
08 May 2018
BFA undecided on 2026 World Cup bids
The host of the 2026 World Cup would be announced in Russia on Wednesday, on the eve of this year’s tournament kick-off. FIFA’s 209 associations will vote through a secret ballot, to decide the hosts of the 2026 World Cup. Letshwiti...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
Funds hinder second BPL valuation
In 2015, a South African sports research firm, Repucom, valued the local league at P15million in a groundbreaking move. However, there has been no subsequent valuation, and when quizzed this week, BPL chief executive officer, Thabo Ntshinogang...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
TAFIC still pursuing Chiefs' 'expulsion' case
The Francistown side was demoted from the BTC Premiership at the end of the season but they do not want to go down without a fight as they are eager to take Chiefs out of the top flight. Chiefs have laughed off TAFIC’s challenge, with the...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
Revitalised Mankgantai chases COSAFA record
As he trots out on to the new Peter Mokaba pitch at 5pm tonight, Mankgantai stands on the brink of history as he chases the tournament’s all-time leading scorer accolade. Zimbabwean, Ovidy Karuru scored six in the 2017 edition held in the...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
Where is the Masisi roadmap?
His ascension brought about renewed hope for many citizens of this country who have faced life struggles such as unemployment, low wages, poverty, crime, HIV and AIDS, alcohol and drug abuse, and other socially related ills. Many, if not all, awaited...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 08 May 2018
Different strokes
08 May 2018
MultiChoice calls for aspiring young film & TV creatives
“The African development story has long been defined by investment in the vast mineral wealth on the continent, leaving our creative industries to fend for themselves on the fringes of economic development for far too long. As a result, the...
399,Staff Writer,, 08 May 2018
Trench coats, bomber jackets dominates 2018 winter fashion
For some people, winter has compromised their social life because they do not have warm and fashionable clothes to keep up their image. For some it is even worse because the blankets are the only things that can give them refuge from this unbearable...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
Bridging the gender gap in the world of art
By some estimates, over 80% of visual artists in Botswana are men but a self confessed feminist and talented painter Itumeleng Motswetla said she uses her art to inspire other women and tell her story. The 19-year-old aspiring engineer said she...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
Tshego's art of cake making is the icing on top
But no machines involved but rather a product of fine and elegant two hands. For 35-year old Dorcas Tshegofatso of Cakes by Tshego, innovative cake decorating and making is something she does on a normal basis and has become part of her life. For...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
It's all systems go for Motlhas one-night show
Motlha’s producer and manager Suffocate told Arts & Culture that they postponed the show because more people were complaining about the cold at the open space Piazza. They therefore decided to change the venue to Ditshupo Hall. Having...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
Mingo Touch quits music to serve God
A career spanning over 11 years and five albums under his belt, Mingo Touch has seen it all and done it all. He now feels it is time to say goodbye to an industry he has been a loyal servant to. On Saturday, Mingo Touch announced on stage that he...
54598,Goitsemodimo Kaelo,php4B2C.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
Lady Zamar to headline Lobatse Meat Fest
Hottest local newcomer Motlha of Mmamotse fame will support the Collide hitmaker, who recently scooped the Best Dance Album award. The event that has often attracted controversy in the past comes back bigger and better and aims at promoting the beef...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
Scramble as gov't raises P1bn in borrowings
The June 1 auction was the government’s second appearance in the bond market this year, after the March auction which raised P497 million out of the P1 billion in treasury bills and bonds on offer. Each quarter, the Bank of Botswana (BoB)...
422,Mbongeni Mguni,php1604.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
The importance of communication in macroeconomic policy management
For a number of reasons, a central bank needs to continually interact and disseminate information to stakeholders. Such interactions and communication clarify the Bank’s role and, therefore, reinforces the effectiveness with which it discharges...
475,Correspondent,, 08 May 2018
Morupule to double coal output by 2025
Following several years of depression in the local sector due the collapse of plans to develop coal export routes, coal players are once again buoyant as the prices of the mineral have reached level last seen a decade ago. Morupule Coal Mine (MCM)...
422,Mbongeni Mguni,php1604.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
African small-scale farmers need more than just land to survive climate change
It was cloudy and cool on the day when a team of researchers met Berina (not her real name) in the summer of 2017. She was standing near the rusty carcass of a car that was abandoned beneath the giant baobab that had become the regular gathering...
75974,Leonie Joubert,, 08 May 2018
Coal's good old days return
Between 2007 and 2009, the country’s coalfields, particularly in the east, were agog with exploration activities , with advanced projects such as Mmamabula and Mmamantswe, as well as numerous others firming up their resources and even planning...
422,Mbongeni Mguni,php1604.tmp.jpg, 08 May 2018
BQA Celebrate forerunners
The 12 Providers which include 11 existing education providers(ETPs) and one new , were celebrated last week as the BQA held a one day workshop to update stakeholders about progress with regard to ...
475,Correspondent,, 08 May 2018
BQA Regulations Move to Protect Enrolled Learners
Education and Training providers applying for accreditation are required by law to design procedures and rules for the protection of enrolled learners; Learner Protection Policies, which they submit with the application for learning programme...
475,Correspondent,, 08 May 2018
Higher Education Providers apply for BQA Registration and Accreditation
Updating Higher Education Providers on the achievements so far, the BQA acting Director Quality Assurance, Mr Phenyo Molefe said eight public institutions and 11 private institutions had applied, with 12 registered so far, including one...
475,Correspondent,, 08 May 2018
BQA Update Stakeholders on Registration of Qualifications
Higher Education and Training Providers were informed that instruments for the process have been developed, 54 experts and staff trained and hence the plan to commence the registration of qualifications on the National Credit and Qualifications...
475,Correspondent,, 08 May 2018
IDM, Boitekanelo host Global Health symposium
The symposium, which is powered by technical experts, policy-makers in global health, primary health care specialists, logistics and supply chain as well as investment and trade persons, seeks to develop, facilitate and empower critical thinkers,...
399,Staff Writer,, 08 May 2018
S/Phikwe residents want SPEDU mandate reviewed
At a Kgotla meeting addressed by MP for Selebi-Phikwe West Dithapelo Keorapetse this week, the residents said the current mandate and strategy for SPEDU is no longer relevant to the current town’s economic situation as it was formulated at a...
403,Onalenna Kelebeile,, 08 May 2018
Palapye professionals ready to offer their expertise
The Foundation maintains that they are not out to duplicate the mandate of any existing structure, but are focusing on improving the economic position and general welfare of the people of the greater Palapye. It aims at achieving Palapye development...
403,Onalenna Kelebeile,, 08 May 2018
Slow pace stumps S/Phikwe job creation
This is against 835 job seekers registered with the office, the department revealed. During the same period, 352 registered as cleaners; 49 as mechanics; 204 as labourers; 180 as administration staff; 51 as operators and 49 as construction...
403,Onalenna Kelebeile,, 08 May 2018
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