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Back Page this week: Giant Sail Through

02 May 2019

Front Page this week: Khama Spurns BDP Elders

02 May 2019

Masisi hails Francistowners for caring for his brother

Speaking at his first anniversary in the presidency held at the Cresta Marang Hotel on Monday evening the President thanked everyone for taking good care of his late brother who was a businessman-cum-politician. He indicated that his brother...

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Mineral revolution started in F/town - Masisi

Speaking at the first anniversary of his presidency, Masisi implored Francistowners to celebrate that part of their history and, however, stressed that any revolution has casualties. “You have been casualties of the mining revolution and...

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Masisi updates on Kazungula bridge construction

Speaking at his presidency’s first anniversary held at the Cresta Marang Hotel on Monday evening, Masisi declared: “I go to Zambia on behalf of the people of Francistown and you people who live within the proximity of the city of...

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Incestuous father denied bail

The father (who cannot be named for ethical reasons) raped both his biological daughters on September 30, 2014 in Goshwe. Court documents show that the father repeatedly raped his daughters following an alcohol-drinking spree. He raped...

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Botswana's Economy

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Moitoi

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To Kang

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Kgosi to appear in court tomorrow

Kgosi is reportedly charged with exposing identities of Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS) services employees and assaulting them verbally. The former spy chief will be charged under Section 19 of the Intelligence Security...

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Destock, Ralotsia urges as drought deepens

Addressing journalists earlier today, Ralotsia said the Botswana Meat Commission was experiencing very low throughput, despite the fact that droughts naturally push farmers to destock. He pledged that with government’s help, the troubled...

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Another BNSC director quits

His final day at the office was last Friday. Bothasitse becomes the second director to resign from BNSC after Kearabetswe Galebotse who was director, Lands and Facilities. Bothasitse told Mmegi Sport that his contract was renewed,...

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Ngoni too hooked on Ancient

Ancient was the poster image for Ngoni’s The Human Experience solo exhibition at the Nhabe Museum in Maun and it is not for sale. Ancient was completed in March 2018 and it debuted at Ngoni’s 2018 exhibition titled Relentless at the...

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Gospel stars all set for Chedu Chonga revival

Five Rocking Stars will host the gospel show under the leadership of a local gospel artist Kabo Thaelo. Thaelo told Arts & Culture that the show would be held under the theme ‘Fight against drug and alcohol abuse’. He said that the...

49080,Lesedi Mkhutshwa,, 02 May 2019

Cassper to collabrate with Veezo View

This week the fill-up rapper expressed interest to work with another local rapper Veezo View of zaka fame. “Known you for years and you aint never asked for sh*t. Always been a dope guy nje. I have been fooling around in the studio lately. I...

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Masa Square unveils tantalising new menus

The menus have been inspired by the Masa Square Hotel’s desire to appeal to an increasingly nuanced palate for refined cuisine, as Batswana appreciate and look for a more continental flair in their pursuit of culinary adventures. Chef Melissa...

399,Staff Writer,, 02 May 2019

Another Dreamers Exchange in the offing

The guests are Dr Rainbow Barris (medical doctor, author, entrepreneur and co-creator and inspiration of ‘Bow’ on ABC’s TV hit-sitcom ‘Black-ish’) and Carnetta Jones (celebrity acting coach, director and film...

399,Staff Writer,, 02 May 2019

Law agents trail Heavy K

Heavy K, formerly known as Mkhululi Siqula owes the Morobosi organisers money to the tune of P87, 000 after failing to show up at the 2017 New Year’ Eve event at Raselwa Farms in Tswapong Hills. Following the no show, one of the...

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Electra Mining slated for September

It is held in partnership with the recently launched A-OSH Expo Botswana. Now on its fourth edition, the three-day conference will take place at Gaborone Fairgrounds from September 10-12. It will be an all-encompassing event showcasing the latest...

79575,Ludo Kwapa,, 02 May 2019

Sefalana keeps faith in cautious strategy

The group plans to focus on low risk markets is an apparent strategy to avoid troubles facing Choppies, its prime rival. Choppies, which is currently suspended from trading on the Botswana Stock Exchange and faces liquidity pressures, is known for...

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Improved power integration in SADC will better energy security

State capture, high debts, lack of coal, an aging power station fleet, failures at the newly-built Medupi and Kusile power stations, poor maintenance of its older power stations, troublesome debtors and high costly diesel usage have left most...

475,Correspondent,, 02 May 2019

Walvis Bay Dry Port drifts to white elephant status

Local authorities are even considering building a new dry port in Gobabis, which would be closer to the high volumes of traffic needed to make such a project viable. Botswana Railways (BR) CEO, Leonard Makwinja told BusinessWeek recently that the...

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A decade after EMGs rare victory, only memories linger

Selebi-Phikwe celebrated a rare victory, as triumphant EMG Gunners players returned to the mining town with rugby’s sought-after local prize; the league trophy. It was a rare moment as the army side became the first and thus far, the only one...

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Road to table tennis finale heats up

This weekend, table tennis players will battle it out again in the fourth round of the ‘Road to Finale’ to be held at the Naledi Senior Secondary School. This year’s series has pulled a lot of surprises with no player managing to...

49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 02 May 2019

From A to Z, Zebras need the spirit of 2012

From the first African country in alphabetic order, Algeria to the last two, Zambia and Zimbabwe, the Zebras face a tall order. Prospects of progressing to the finals for only the second time in the country’s history look incredibly slim from...

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Zebras forced into goalkeeping change

The team’s preparations for tomorrow’s clash were dealt a massive blow after first choice goalkeeper Keagile Kgosipula, went AWOL. Malapela deputised Kgosipula in the first leg, suggesting he might be thrown into the deep end tomorrow....

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Giants hold AGMs amid pressing matters

League champions, Rollers have called their members to the University of Botswana, where the club will hold its elective meeting. “The new committee may and may not be in office for four years as it has been the norm. As the club, we are...

49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 02 May 2019

Miscellaneous transfer window blues return

It has been two weeks since the club started its pre-season programme, but none of the first team players has returned. Coach Oitsile ‘Chippa’ Koolese said 75% of the team is missing. He said they are not expecting any of the players to...

47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 02 May 2019

Wanderers sign 10 new players in major overhaul

Wanderers will make their top-flight league bow since the club’s inception in the 1970s. The club has confirmed 10 new signings. Michael James and Lovemore Bogatsu from BDF XI, Gaborone United striker Boipelo Oaitse, left back,...

47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 02 May 2019

Tsheole raises hand to rescue Chiefs

Magosi held a special meeting last Saturday in Mochudi where they agreed to convene an AGM on August 17 where an interim committee will be ushered in. The interim committee replaces the previous one led by Raymond Tsheko whose term has...

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Mogorosi too expensive for Systems

The 34-year-old failed to secure a new deal with the league champions after the club proposed a salary cut. He was then linked with Daniel ‘Chico’ Nare’s Systems. Nare is a great admirer of the Zebras captain and the deal looked...

49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 02 May 2019

Four referees fail fitness tests

The said referees were part of the referees’ course, which has been running since Sunday and ended yesterday. Rasetshoga said despite the four referees failing the test, there are always measures in place to ensure that they regain their full...

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Govt releases P14.5m for African Games

Botswana National Olympic Committee (BNOC) chief executive officer, Tuelo Serufho said thus far the Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Sport and Culture Development (MYSC) has released P14.5 million and they expect the balance anytime soon. He said for...

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Sacked karate coaches demand payment

The coaches left their posts on July 31, 2019 and BOKA said the decision was due to the karate body’s failure to remunerate them. Tshikare told Mmegi Sport that his contract was supposed to run until December, and they were not paid for the...

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Adana Escortlar Bu Sitede

Merhaba beyler, Size elik eden bir ortak buluyor musunuz? e alm baarnz arttrmak istiyorsanz bir eyi unutmayn. Yardm edecek tecrübeye sahip yetkili kiimizi bulun. Adana'daki seksi Escort Kzlar'dan cinsel keyif...

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Hard lessons learnt from Kgori Capital verdict

The Court of Appeal (CoA) case related to an order of a civil penalty granted under the Proceeds and Instruments of Crime Act by Justice Godfrey Nthomiwa against Kgori and its directors pursuant to an application by the Directorate of Public...

450,Mmegi Editor,, 02 May 2019

A re se re tshosologa

Go ya ka yone polelo, batho ba lela thata ka go diegelwa go bewa ditsha tsa bonno. Re itse gore, ka molao wa lefatshe leno, motho ga a itseele lefatshe fela a nna, kana, a aga foo.Lefatshe le a kopiwa mme mokopi a letele lekgotla la kabo ditsha go...

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The Electric Car - A dream by people without electricity!

Promising to change mass market industrialisation with something seemingly far-fetched may not pass as a great reputation to have, let alone acknowledge. President Masisi kayaehir escort wishes to see Botswana successfully develop an electric vehicle...

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Time for Constitutional Reform - Batswana deserve own President

It all began with a misunderstanding between leaders as regards their expectations of each other and now the nation must pay the ultimate price. And yes, we deserve it. It’s time our sand castle is blown away so we can build a house that can...

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Why Okavango Delta is drying - experts speak

Exactly 100 years since Batawana’s first relocation after settling in Ngamiland, Maun is staring at the worst drought in recent history. It is not just Maun. The entire south western part of the Okavango Delta is as dry as a bone. The...

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Why Okavango Delta is drying - experts speak

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Why Okavango Delta is drying - experts speak

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Rasioto is the worlds best student

She scooped position one in the 2018 International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) results released recently. Morula Private School is located in beleaguered Selebi-Phikwe, brought to its knees by the economic misfortunes that saw...

49080,Lesedi Mkhutshwa,, 02 May 2019

Court rules in govts favour

Government had appealed a decision by High Court judge, Justice Godfrey Nthomiwa stating that he had erred in granting an order interdicting the repatriation of the refugees who voluntarily wished to be repatriated and where none of the respondents...

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Its possible to eliminate HIV - study

However, Ya Tsie study also known as Botswana Combination Prevention Project has revealed that Botswana can reach the UNAIDS 90-90-90 target. This could come about if services such as community volunteering HIV testing, ART, suppression of HIV...

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Gaolathe pledges to take Batswana to "the promised land"

When addressing the public and members of his party on Wednesday evening about party policies at Gaborone main mall, he said almost 400, 000 people live in overcrowded home conditions. And majority Batswana are either unemployed or work in poor...

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Kgosis 'dead' contractor unamused

In a supporting affidavit filed in court, Tembo argued that contrary to what DPP was told, he was not deceased. “I am alive and in good health. I wonder why the DPP is declaring me dead when I am alive,” Tembo...

399,Staff Writer,, 02 May 2019

CoA overturns Khamas PI decision

Peter Paul, who had been in the country since 2009 and working as laboratory manager for a certain Dr Mompati was declared a PI by the former in 2018. He was accused of unlawfully running a church and having entered the country through an...

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Makgato case heads to CoA

The objector in the matter, Mothusi Maribe filed an unopposed application for urgent hearing against the decision of the High Court that rendered its interpretation of section 67 (3) (a) of the constitution The section provides that “a person...

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Mahupu teachers complain about overwork

The teachers who were slapped with new employment contracts after they raised concern with education authorities in what they view as a way to silence them say they have been forced to teach both Junior Certificate (JC) and Botswana General...

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Mahupu teachers complain about overwork

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Nthailes parley hopes hang in the balance

The decision was taken after the BNF elections board identified irregularities and the results did not tally at Sekoma and Kokong-Morwamosu wards. Whoever wins will represent the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) in a month and few weeks...

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Of the NPF saga and political hits

In weeks and months to pass, the allegations extended to claims that the then Minister of Mineral and Green Technology had abused his office by awarding a contract to his brother Justice Zein Kebonang. The contract was to manage the NPF fund. Until...

399,Staff Writer,, 02 May 2019

'Illegal' bojale school irks Balete

While Kgosikgolo Mosadi Seboko has suspended Bojale and Bogwera at the village for two years now, a group of individuals have started the initiation classes without Kgosikgolo’s nod. Speaking to this publication after the meeting, which was...

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SNeural tube defects on decline

The development comes after Tsepamo study presented the 22nd International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2018) last year, suggested that the use of dolutegravir (DTG) in early pregnancy may be linked to neural tube defects (NTDs), serious birth defects of...

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Kalafhi Pemano looks to medical tourism

But Dr Matlhogonolo Mongwa insists that Botswana can become a medical tourism destination. Dr Mongwa is a partner at Kalafhi Pemano, a partnership between Kalafhi Medical Centre and Pemano, led by leading South African medical specialists. The...

399,Staff Writer,, 02 May 2019

BPF to flaunt its new catch, strength in Palapye

Incidentally or by design, the BPF will go for their elective congress in Palapye buoyed by the recent defections of about four sitting civic leaders from the ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) at both Serowe South and Serowe North...

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Masisi enters the volatile CDC

FRANCISTOWN: It is apparent that the President’s handlers do not want to leave anything to chance by encouraging their man to take the bull by the horns. The Kgotla meetings in the CDC might seem routine as some people suggest, but it is not...

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Bidders no match for Khato Civils

It also says that the company had not only outscored all its rivals in all evaluation stages but by staggering margins. Khato had submitted the most cost saving financial proposal for the project, beating even all the six Chinese companies that are...

399,Staff Writer,, 02 May 2019

Kgosibodiba hanged

Kgosibodiba, also known as Batista, stole a bag of cement and a water container belonging to his employer Benjamin Makobela, then killed him on February 2, 2012 at Makobo village to cover up the crime. He was sentenced to death by the Francistown...

399,Staff Writer,, 02 May 2019

Magosi Back On Their Feet

The once formidable Premier League side beat Uniao Flamengo Santos 3-1 on Saturday to move to the third position on the log as the countdown to the finishing line begins. It was Magosi’s third consecutive victory as they chase the leading...

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GUs Poor Run Continues

The win means The Ostriches remain fourth on the log with 22 points while GU, who registered their second loss of the season are seventh with 15 points. With the visitors looking for an early goal, GU, who were welcoming back coach Philemon...

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TAFIC Fall In FA Cup

The entertaining affair ended 1-1 before Chouka converted five penalties to TAFIC’s four. The encounter was played in Pilikwe to a paltry crowd. TAFIC’s Mompati Mbizo received inside the box when the defence looked suspect. His trigger...

47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 02 May 2019

Hattrick Hero, Orebonye Ends Goal Drought

The 3-0 win takes Popa just three points behind leaders, Security Systems but with a game less. It only took Orebonye four minutes to open the scores as he tapped in Edwin Moalosi’s cross. The visitors looked cautious thus inviting the home...

49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 02 May 2019

Central District Two Win Miss RADP 2019/20

The pageant was held at Limkokwing University Hall of Fame this past weekend. The two, both from Central District, beat 13 other contestants in a tight pageant and fashion show. Nthonyana walked home with P50, 000 for her project and P10, 000 pocket...

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Heavy rainfall forecast this week

The anticipated rains will be triggered by a westerly trough, which will start affecting the country on December 3, 2019. Intense rainfall of 50mm or more in a period of 24-hours are expected over most parts of the country. The expected rainfalls...

399,Staff Writer,, 02 May 2019

Arts Exhibition Attracts Positive Turnout

The exhibition, organised by photographers Keogile Bonang and Mpho Hakim captured genuine interest of the public with a notable number of visitors going to enjoy various artworks. The three-day indoor and outdoor exhibition was held at the Civic...

49080,Lesedi Mkhutshwa,, 02 May 2019

Westwood Host Breaking Barriers Opera Comp

The opera competitions are organised by Performing Arts Initiative Trust (PAINT) together Melodi Ya Dinnoto, a local Sunday programme that airs on Botswana Television. The concert will start at 3pm. Opera, is a staged drama set to music in its...

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Motswana's Passion For Tourism Pays Off

Growing up helping his grandfather who used to guide clients to the Tsodilo Hills, Kakona developed a passion for the tourism industry. “We used to help my grandfather carry his clients’ luggage when they came to see the Tsodilo...

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CEDA /DBSA University Challenge Top 10 Announced

The competition will now move onto the final stage where top 10 finalists would further undergo rigorous training on presentation skills in preparation for the next stage of the selection process where they will be expected to make oral presentation...

399,Staff Writer,, 02 May 2019

Seventh BTTE Kicks Off

The Expo offers a unique strategic networking opportunity and gives special insight into the country’s tourism product, where one can access new markets and achieve business objectives. BTTE also offers a unique opportunity to the Greater...

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Barclays Hosts Retailers' Market Day

The purpose of the engagement was to give retailers an opportunity to showcase their products as well as to interact with customers. The event featured some of the leading players in the Fast-Moving Consumable Goods (FMCG) industry in Botswana who...

475,Correspondent,, 02 May 2019

Let Children Be Children

While young boys also go through difficulties when growing up, the girl-child still remains the most vulnerable, and statistics are there to prove that. While statistics show that young girls are the ones who suffer the most exploitation at the...

540,Monitor Editor,, 02 May 2019

First Capital Bank Acquires Bank of India (Botswana)

The opportunity to acquire BOIB came as a result of the decision by Bank of India to divest from certain markets outside of India, including Botswana. The acquired business complements FMBCH’s offering of products and further strengthens...

475,Correspondent,, 02 May 2019

Deloitte Impacts Socio-Economic Development

Impact Day is a celebration of Deloitte’s commitment to local communities. Member firms around the world host Impact Day activities where Deloitte professionals spend the day doing voluntary work. Through the arrangement Deloitte employees...

475,Correspondent,, 02 May 2019

Bomaid Joins The Digital Migration Wagon

This has seen most of local commercial banks and non-banking financial institutions having moved their services onto online platforms and other digital services to revolutionalise their service delivery. The medical space has not been left behind....

76058,Cavin Kanoko,, 02 May 2019

SA Govt Ready To Work With Khato Civils Again

Almost two years since Khato Civils downed tools in Limpopo over a long-standing R300 million project fees, the Ministry of water in that country last week told a parliamentary committee that some behind-the-scenes engagement with the contractor were...

399,Staff Writer,, 02 May 2019

Dairy Sector Not Reaching Full Potential Mathoothe

Mathoothe believes farmers in the central areas of the country have the opportunity to capitalise on the business surrounding milk and its by-products. He was clearly anguished that farmers are not taking advantage of the fact that most milk products...

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Shortages Of Resources Cripple MoHW

Kwape made the revelations when addressing Members of Parliament (MPs) who were worried by the waiting period for seriously ill patients booked to see a doctor at public health facilities. The MPs raised concerns following a motion tabled by MP for...

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Men Cautioned Against Dating Younger Women

In an interview, Tshane police station commander, Vusimusi Jorowe said defilement is the leading sex-related crime reported in his policing area with two to three cases recorded per week. Jorowe stated that the cases usually involve men over 30...

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High Court Ruling Reinstates Marriage Wrecking

Last year, Justice Lot Moroka delivered a judgement in which he was of the view that “in light of the changing mores of our society, the delictual actio iniuriarum (an action for delict, which not only seeks to protect an individual’s...

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Motion On Civil Servants Involvement In Business Deferred

The decision followed a debate by Members of Parliament (MPs) on the motion that was tabled by Nata/Gweta legislator, Polson Majaga. A majority of the MPs supported the motion stating that if indeed it was true, then it is something that needed...

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DCEC Clears Dow

According to a source close to the development, the DCEC closed the investigation against Dow, as there was no evidence to the effect that she acted corruptly. Dow was being probed for an alleged relationship between her and International Aviation...

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Review Paints Gloomy Job Creation In Five Years

The review has been released and paints a gloomy picture of “low growth in employment” creation in both public and private sectors. “The growth rate of formal employment has also been low in recent years, with several years when...

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BOPEU Congress Fires Mogwera

This came after BOPEU congress on Saturday in Palapye took a decision to expel Mogwera from the union. Those who wanted her to be expelled were 134, those who were against the idea were 34 while 26 were neutral. BOPEU infightings started last year...

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Expectations: A fruit Can Either Be Bitter Or Too Sweet. What Do You Fancy?

It is a mental picture of how we hope incidents or events would unfold like. But unfortunately, expectations are never guaranteed therefore they can either materialise to be what we anticipated or maybe opposite and disappoint us. They are what fuels...

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We are better when we love each other

How do we get this wonderful life? According to many verses, this abundant life is ours if we obey the scriptures. Last week, I shared how devastated I was when a thief robbed our editor’s home in Block 9 and stole a hard drive with raw...

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Bus Ride Part 2: The Return Trip And The Drinki-Le-Metsi Loser

I curse softly under my breath and scowl at him as he circles the bus. I can’t have another bus breaking down on me in a space of 2 days. I pray silently for the bus, for the driver and the conductor and their families. They really need my...

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16 Days Of Activism Against GBV (II) - First Half Of 16 Ways For 16 Days

A few articles ago, centering indicators in the 2018 Botswana Relationship Study, we established that over 90% of adults who are either survivors or perpetrators of GBV or intimate partner violence grew up experiencing violence, themselves. One of...

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Mandela in Lobatse (Part 1)

Its Indian driver registered himself as “M. Ismael of 10, Main Road, Fordsburg, Johannesburg, en route for Kanye visit.” In the back of the van the underground leader of Umkhonto we Sizwe (MK), Nelson Mandela, stayed out of sight. For...

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Is Training The Same As Talent Management

But they are not the same and we should not be using them interchangeably in the way we approach people and the way we manage them. The terms are different in meaning irinevler escort and in application. Ok, so let me attempt this. Training and...

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Ga nke e bapa le dithotse

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Nxakato JSS boarding master dies in car crash

Sowa Town Police Station’s Sub-Inspector Opelo Olebile said that they received a call from a passerby in the morning at around 8am who informed them about the accident. According to Olebile, the boarding master was driving along a gravel...

49080,Lesedi Mkhutshwa,, 02 May 2019

State ordered to find attorney for Gaddafi

The state alleges that Habana Million, who is nicknamed after slain Libyan strongman Muammar Gaddafi, cold-bloodedly murdered Tobokani Khumba, 30, and Mbi Maswabilili. He allegedly killed Khumba during the late hours of May 16 in 2018 before...

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Pandamatenga residents want farm allocations halted

The matter was initially heard and dismissed by the Francistown Land Tribunal. “As we speak the Pandamatenga community has since appealed the Land Tribunal decision at the High Court. Allocation of the 42 small agricultural holdings at...

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Botswana on sale

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Sunday Standard

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Bakgatla Heritage Fest

54378,Kennedy Ramokone,, 02 May 2019

Boyfriend strangles, hangs girlfriend

The state alleges that William Mpofu murdered Kentafetse Donald, 31, on September 28, 2019 at Ditladi village in the wee hours of the morning following conflict between the two. Confirming the incident, the station commander of Tonota Police...

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Stats back Stars in GU clash

The former 'Zola derby', which kicks off at 7pm, sees Enosi Mmesi's side fancying their chances against a GU side now under Nikola Kavazovic. Despite, a rough start to the season, Stars finally got the monkey off their back with a 2-1 win against...

49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 02 May 2019

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SA's Hoffman Wins MCM Cycling Challenge

His victory follows another feat in the Bank Gaborone Quest last month. The dominant Hoffmann of Team Enza from Johannesburg finished in a comfortable 2:55:54. He arrived two minutes clear of his challengers, Abeng Malete of Jwaneng Cycling Club and...

47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 02 May 2019

Era Ends For Dr Fichani

Dr Fichani came into office in 2017 as president. Prior to that he was the vice president to Nelson Amanze since 2015. Things took a turn for the worst during the BTA annual general meeting on Saturday when Dr Fichani lost to his vice...

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Jungle Kings Add To Notwane's Woes

Sechaba lost 2-0 against Police XI in the BTC Premiership game played yesterday at the National Stadium yesterday. A goal in each half from debutant, Ogomoditse Sitang and substitute Mpho Kgomo put more misery into Toronto’s house. Notwane...

49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 02 May 2019

Mares Coach Targets Victory In SA

The team played to a 0-0 draw against South Africa in the first leg of qualifiers’ second round at the National Stadium. In an evenly contested game played under floodlights on Friday, both sides had chances to bag a winner, but failed to grab...

49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 02 May 2019

Rollers Survive Late Gunners Scare

Three second-half goals by Motsholetsi Sikele, Simisani Mathumo and Thabo Mosielele’s own goal were enough to give Popa three points in the season opener. The match started on a high tempo with both teams trying to get an early goal. However,...

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Legendary Thebe Dishes Out Remarkable Performance

Dubbed the Jive Edition because of its diversion from the usual live band performances, the Mascom Live Session also featured DJs Robbie Rob, Mr O and Boogie Sid. While the show did not attract a large crowd, as the Mascom Live Sessions commonly do,...

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Yvonne, Tshepo Tshola Defy Age At GIMC

The two were headlining this year’s edition alongside South African music duo Mafikizolo at a show held at the Royal Aria Stadium over the weekend. The multi-faceted entertainer, Yvonne Chaka Chaka, who started singing at the age of 19 in...

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Race Against Time To Complete NWTG

The NWTGC project’s progress as at July 2019 was at 73% against the targeted 86%. However, Project Services manager, George Moeti there has revealed recovery plans in place to catch up on lost time. “Contractors have requested an...

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Great Plains sends 9 to study solar power tech

The six-month programme gives rural women practical knowledge and skills in electrification through solar power. According to the CEO and founder of Great Plains, Dereck Joubert, on their return, they will be able to facilitate the electrification...

399,Staff Writer,, 02 May 2019

CEDA, BAMB MoU For Farmers' Benefit

The arrangement makes it possible for BAMB to negotiate for big discounts from input manufacturers. It will also divert the money that has been channelled straight to South African input distributors to now circulate within the country. Speaking at...

76058,Cavin Kanoko,, 02 May 2019

Fight against greylisting quickens, as deadline looms

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the leading anti-money laundering agency founded by the world’s richest countries, greylisted Botswana last October citing institutional and structural deficiencies in the country’s anti-money...

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Mother-inspired Flower Business Owner Optimistic Of Growth

Uniflora is a florist shop found in Gaborone offering flower arrangement services, wholesale distribution of flowers and florist accessories. Inspired and motivated by her mother, Siele epitomises the adage, the seed does not fall far from its...

76058,Cavin Kanoko,, 02 May 2019

BOSETU Conference Tackles Key Teachers' Issues

The event, which was graced by the President, Mokgweetsi Masisi started with a Pre-Conference Debate on Thursday. This year‘s event was held under the theme, “BOSETU: A Key Player in the Creation of Better Botswana”. In his...

45705,Bonte Seepi,, 02 May 2019

Teachers Plead With Masisi For 'Ntshuteletsa'

Radikolo, speaking at the teachers’ conference here on Friday, said their hopes were shattered following the conclusion of the Performance Management and Delivery Unit (PEMANDU) report. He also said as teachers, they had so much hope about...

45705,Bonte Seepi,, 02 May 2019

BOFEPUSU Boss Attacks Khama

Addressing a Botswana Sector of Educators Trade Union (BOSETU) pre-conference debate here Thursday, Tshukudu accused Khama’s administration of oppressing workers. He said Khama thought he had power over everyone below him when he was still...

45705,Bonte Seepi,, 02 May 2019

Balete Square Off Over Initiation Schools

Mokgosi further said action would be taken against dikgosi who participated in the school. Ntlhayagodimo Kgotla in Ramotswa was on Saturday packed with Bamalete who had come to witness as 12 women graduated from bojale. This is despite efforts by...

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Parks Tafa Returns To Law Practice

Justice Reuben Lekorwe on Friday ruled that Collins Newman & Co and its managing partner Parks Tafa are not guilty of any malpractice. He stated that Tafa maintained a passionate legal career built on an exceptional legal institution and...

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Goya Shrugs Off Khama Threat

Goya was speaking at his launch here Saturday. Former vice president and minister, Ponatshego Kedikilwe, launched him. Goya broke a deafening silence after reports linking him to Botswana Patriotic Front (BPF) surfaced a while back when the BDP...

47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 02 May 2019

Analysts Write BMD Obituary

The BMD last week lost a case, in which it wanted the UDC to be barred from using its symbol. Adding salt to injury by not reinstating BMD into the political bloc, the party’s wish to have Botswana Congress Party delegitimised, as a UDC...

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Ex-Cop Charged With Corruption

The State alleges that Alidy Alidy, 58, on or about February 21, 2012, then based in Gaborone as a police officer, received a bribe of P3,000 from a certain Mr. Thakotona to destroy a docket. Alidy’s attorney, Kgololesego Segabo and the...

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Road Accident Claims Life

A Toyota Hilux double cab and Toyota station wagon collided around 2:30am, resulting in the death of a 47-year-old man. Mochudi police station traffic officer, assistant superintendent, Onthusitse Keitumele said the deceased was the driver of the...

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Mother Slits Son's Stomach In Custody Fight

The Friday night incident left the boy with his intestines protruding from the belly. Police said the 26-year-old mother had a fight with the boy’s father over the child’s custody. During the argument, the mother grabbed a knife and...

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New Coach Needs All The Support

After Stanley Tshosane, came Peter Butler, and then David Bright, but a second appearance at the AFCON has proved elusive. It has not been all gloom and doom, after the Zebras reached the finals of the COSAFA Cup twice in the last three years. But...

540,Monitor Editor,, 02 May 2019

Not in this Umbrella

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Preparing For Marriage

My husband and I do a lot of premarital and marital counseling as well as lead seminars around town. In these, we have realised this is a hot topic of great interest– how do we pick the right spouse and how do we make sure marriage is...

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Politics of black people's hair in Botswana

Some contemporary writers who have explored the evolution of the black beauty movement, and it’s objectification and insistence on the ‘taming’ of blackness, have suggested that this can cause on African people, either a great...

74047,Lesego Nswahu Nchunga,phpgwjNJg.jpg, 02 May 2019

Ntwa Ya Hitler (5)

The urgent motive behind the additional training became apparent in December 1941 when six of the companies, 1971-76, were dispatched to the then French League of Nations mandate territory of Lebanon-Syria, which had been occupied by other units of...

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Back page this week: Rollers survive late Gunners scare

02 May 2019

Front page this week: DIS tightens Makgato Security

02 May 2019

We don't need president's clearance - DCEC

This article states that the DCEC was given clearance by His Excellency the President Dr. Mokgweetsi Masisi, to serve Permanent Secretary to the President (PSP) Mr. Carter Morupisi with charges and a court order to appear before the magistrate court...

475,Correspondent,, 02 May 2019

BDP, BPF Mourn Twoboy Matseka

He served as Chairman of Serowe West Branch Youth Wing during the mid 2000s. A statement from BDP secretary general, Mpho Balopi says Matseka served the party in many other capacities during his lifetime. He will be fondly remembered by many for...

399,Staff Writer,, 02 May 2019

Elections Day on October 23

Nomination of candidates shall be received on September 26, 2019 at the designated nomination centre of each constituency and polling district. Nominations will be received between the hours of 9:00am and 1:00pm and from 2:30pm to 5:00pm on the...

399,Staff Writer,, 02 May 2019

DIS Tightens Makgato's Security

DIS director general, Peter Magosi confirmed the development about Makgato’s security to The Monitor. However, he was quick to deny that the matter was linked to her verbal exchanges with former president, Ian Khama and his brother,...

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About Mmegi

Mmegi Story: Roots of ‘News We Need To Know’ Mmegi newspaper, in its former incarnation was born in 1968. It was founded by Patrick Van Rensburg at Swaneng Hill Secondary School in Serowe. The newspaper was one of Van...

450,Mmegi Editor,, 02 May 2019

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450,Mmegi Editor,, 02 May 2019

UDC 2019 Labour Day Message

Companies have thrown thousands of employees into the streets, including the infamous BCL and Tati Nickel mines, courtesy of the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) led government. UDC wants to see both the public and private sector employees living in a...

Justin Hunyepa 02 May 2019

State calls for Masilo's ultimate punishment

Masilo, who was convicted last year for murdering St Joseph’s College student Tshepang Motlhabane in 2012, is awaiting sentencing set for June 20, 2019. He is already serving sentences for other offences including robbery and...

Mpho Mokwape | 02 May 2019

Suspected serial girlfriend killer remains in custody

Mampori is accused of murdering four women all of who were alleged to be his girlfriends in separate incidents. Tlotlang Balathwa representing the prosecution had pleaded with the court to further remand Mampori in court as they were still...

Pini Bothoko | 02 May 2019

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