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Back page this week: Rollers' CAF exit disappoints coach
27 May 2019
Front page this week: Did Masisi 'Donation' split BMD?
27 May 2019
Morupisi confirms Presidential Directive for Masama 100km project
In an interview with Mmegi at his office the PSP however said taking the project to parliament for inclusion in the NDP11  and for approval of its expenditure was a normal planning process required when the executive proposes variation to an...
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CITES Conference Geneva
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CMB
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Ruele settles for silver as gold eludes Botswana
She has two medals after collecting bronze in the 50m. Ruele will now shift her focus to qualifying for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games with an A standard. She said her plan was to do well and represent her country with distinction. “I have not...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 27 May 2019
Amrouche takes up Zebras challenge
Amrouche has signed a three-year deal and has been set a target to qualify for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations finals. However, the Zebras are in a tough group that has Algeria, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Botswana Football Association (BFA) National...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 27 May 2019
BDF kills two poachers in central Okavango Delta
This afternoon, acting Officer Commanding Number 5 District, Samuel Kgomo told Mmegi the patrol was alerted after hearing gunshots and encountering a fleeing rhino. “It appears they had just shot the rhino when the BDF heard the gunfire and...
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Galo Mall expands
Muzila was addressing the ordinary full council meeting packed with public servants, together with aspiring political candidates and members of the fourth estate.  In her address Muzila said that the extension of Galo Mall is ongoing and at 40%...
49080,Lesedi Mkhutshwa,, 27 May 2019
UDC applauds Bakgatla's chieftaincy restoration
UDC’s head of communications, Moeti Mohwasa has welcomed the Judicial Commission recommendations, and commended the South African North West Premier, Professor Job Mokgoro for accepting and asserting the power of Kgosikgolo Kgafela as the...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 27 May 2019
Ram hits back at Choppies
Choppies goes to a decisive Extraordinary General Meeting next week, where essentially shareholders will have to choose between Ottapathu’s proposed directors and the current non-executives who suspended the CEO.  The pan-African...
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Ya tshwarwa ke Sisiboy...,
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Pace of 'doing business' reforms a concern
In recent years, Botswana has slipped in the World Bank’s authoritative Doing Business Report, once falling 11 places in 2017.  The last report, released in October 2018, showed Botswana had fallen another five positions in the review...
49080,Lesedi Mkhutshwa,, 27 May 2019
Kenosi to swallow P250k bitter pill
The case came to a bitter end for Kenosi on February 15, 2019 when the judge made a final ruling that he should cough up the sum of P250,000 to pay the Mongalo following countless times of him dodging court appearances.  Kenosi was charged...
79575,Ludo Kwapa,, 27 May 2019
Masilo's mother posits son needed father figure
She talked about her son’s psychosocial development where she stated that Masilo grew up without a father or rather a male figure to raise and support him as a boy child.  Being one of three women born to her own parents, Victoria had no...
79574,Ame Motimane,,79575,Ludo Kwapa,, 27 May 2019
Spider-Man: Far from Home
Following the events of Avengers: Endgame, Spider-Man must step up to take on new threats in a world that has changed forever.
399,Staff Writer,, 27 May 2019
Annabelle Comes Home
While babysitting the daughter of Ed and Lorraine Warren, a teenager and her friend unknowingly awaken an evil spirit trapped in a doll.
399,Staff Writer,, 27 May 2019
Toy Story 4
When a new toy called "Forky" joins Woody and the gang, a road trip alongside old and new friends reveals how big the world can be for a toy.
399,Staff Writer,, 27 May 2019
Booksmart
On the eve of their high school graduation, two academic superstars and best friends realize they should have worked less and played more. Determined not to fall short of their peers, the girls try to cram four years of fun into one night.
399,Staff Writer,, 27 May 2019
Men in Black: International
The Men in Black have always protected the Earth from the scum of the universe. In this new adventure, they tackle their biggest threat to date: a mole in the Men in Black organization.
399,Staff Writer,, 27 May 2019
Annabelle Comes Home
While babysitting the daughter of Ed and Lorraine Warren, a teenager and her friend unknowingly awaken an evil spirit trapped in a doll.
399,Staff Writer,, 27 May 2019
Spider-Man: Far from Home
Following the events of Avengers: Endgame, Spider-Man must step up to take on new threats in a world that has changed forever.
399,Staff Writer,, 27 May 2019
The Secret Life of Pets 2
Continuing the story of Max and his pet friends, following their secret lives after their owners leave them for work or school each day.
399,Staff Writer,, 27 May 2019
Toy Story 4
When a new toy called "Forky" joins Woody and the gang, a road trip alongside old and new friends reveals how big the world can be for a toy.
399,Staff Writer,, 27 May 2019
Men in Black: International
The Men in Black have always protected the Earth from the scum of the universe. In this new adventure, they tackle their biggest threat to date: a mole in the Men in Black organization.
399,Staff Writer,, 27 May 2019
The Secret Life of Pets 2
Continuing the story of Max and his pet friends, following their secret lives after their owners leave them for work or school each day.
399,Staff Writer,, 27 May 2019
Spider-Man: Far from Home
Following the events of Avengers: Endgame, Spider-Man must step up to take on new threats in a world that has changed forever.
399,Staff Writer,, 27 May 2019
Annabelle Comes Home
While babysitting the daughter of Ed and Lorraine Warren, a teenager and her friend unknowingly awaken an evil spirit trapped in a doll.
399,Staff Writer,, 27 May 2019
Toy Story 4
When a new toy called "Forky" joins Woody and the gang, a road trip alongside old and new friends reveals how big the world can be for a toy.
399,Staff Writer,, 27 May 2019
Booksmart
On the eve of their high school graduation, two academic superstars and best friends realize they should have worked less and played more. Determined not to fall short of their peers, the girls try to cram four years of fun into one night.
399,Staff Writer,, 27 May 2019
John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum
Super-assassin John Wick is on the run after killing a member of the international assassin's guild, and with a $14 million price tag on his head - he is the target of hit men and women everywhere.
399,Staff Writer,, 27 May 2019
BOPEU
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Boko hospitalized in SA
According to a press release from his party, vice president Dumelang Saleshando said Boko was admitted on Tuesday and he continues to recover under cardiologist.  “On behalf of the UDC membership, we wish cde Boko speedy recovery. He has...
399,Staff Writer,, 27 May 2019
Mabesekwa woman charged with child negligence
The state alleges that on April 25, 2018, the accused, Kediitse Masisi, left her home village leaving behind her two children with her grandmother.  In the process, she failed to offer the children protection or health.  Kediitse pleaded...
79801,Goitsemodimo Akanyang,, 27 May 2019
Former cop convicted of ex-girlfriends murder
The accused, Atlholang Mujangi, is charged with the murder of Bokani Sox, a former nurse at Nyangabgwe Referral Hospital in 2014.  Sox’s corpse was found on the outskirts of Francistown after she disappeared for some weeks.  A...
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New Zebras coach to come from abroad
The BFA has indicated it is looking for someone who has a CAF or UEFA Pro Licence with experience in Africa and Europe. No local coach has such a qualification or experience. The profile appears to fit former Zebras coach, Jelusic Veselin who has...
399,Staff Writer,, 27 May 2019
GIM receives P410,000 boost
The sponsorship deal was announced at Oasis Motel in Tlokweng on Tuesday. This year's GIM would be held at the National Stadium on April 27. Speaking during the launch, GIM general manager, Kitso Kemoeng said the funds would go towards appearance...
399,Staff Writer,, 27 May 2019
Huawei winners urged to transform Botswanas technology
Of the 10 students sponsored by Huawei, four are from University of Botswana (UB), three from Botho University and the other three from Botswana International University of Science and Technology.  The selected students will soon travel to...
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Cholera 'confirmed in Mozambique'
"We have five cases of cholera which have been confirmed. This is in Beira and the area around," Mozambique's Environment Minister Celso Correia is quoted by AFP as saying. More than 450 people in Mozambique died as a result of the cyclone, which...
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Trial of ex-cop who 'killed' nurse continues
Atlholang Mujangi is accused of gruesomely murdering Bokani Sox, a former nurse at Nyangabgwe Referral Hospital in January of 2014. The fourth prosecution witness, Otsile Othusitse, told the court that she saw Mujangi for the first time on January...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 27 May 2019
Pictures: Khama quits BDP
Khama was addressing a meeting in Serowe – BDP stronghold - where he is a paramount chief.  He said he has taken a decision to quit the party because of “harassment and bad leadership” from his predecessor President Mokgweetsi...
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Do More With Less
The insightful engagements that she had with various education stakeholders made her appreciate the challenges that the region is facing. Being one of the regions that are not performing well in academics, the Ministry head felt that she had to come...
75200,Ignatious Njobvu,, 27 May 2019
The Elephant Story: Time To Unite Against World Bullies
Suddenly Batswana heard that Lieutenant General Ian Khama had sent a small army of members of the Botswana Defence Force (BDF) to guard the Island as the Namibians were making claims to it. A majority of the nation was hearing about the Island, for...
8058,Pamela Dube,phpkuL8U3.jpg, 27 May 2019
A Multidisciplinary Approach To Engaging With Adolescents
The principle of evolving capacities provides that at this stage, parents, guardians, and society raising children should wisely engage with adolescents, recognising their growing understanding of themselves, acknowledging not only their rights but...
74047,Lesego Nswahu Nchunga,phpgwjNJg.jpg, 27 May 2019
I am passionate not bitter Butler
Butler coached the Zebras between February 2014 and June 2017, before leaving to join South African side, Platinum Stars. He then left for further assignments in Indonesia in 2018, before landing the national team coach’s job in Liberia this...
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No alcohol at Top 8 matches
Alcohol was sold for the first time, in more than a decade, during the Zebras clash against Zambia in July, with the Botswana Premier League indicating its eagerness to jump on the bandwagon. Township Rollers have been leading in the trend as in...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 27 May 2019
Battle for P1.4m bursts into life
Earlier this month, Mascom Wireless announced that the prize money would increase by P100, 000 from last year’s P1.3 million to P1.4 million, making it the highest cash prize in local football.  The man of the match prize has also been...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 27 May 2019
Mamoja Diski falling apart
For now, the Francistown side appear destined to the lower rungs of football, as they struggle in the First Division North league. It was unimaginable, just a decade ago that City Greens would be mentioned in the same line with Division One...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 27 May 2019
Moloi, Mogaladi linked with Chiefs role
Masire was roped in as assistant coach to Oris Radipotsane at the start of the season. The duo led Magosi to a four-game unbeaten start before Radipotsane joined BTC Premiership side, Jwaneng Galaxy. Masire took over as head coach on an interim...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 27 May 2019
TRX Mohambi leads Fighters fight to the top
This demonstrated their credentials, which places them amongst the most successful teams in the country, at joint fourth with Mochudi Centre Chiefs. The Samba Boys birthed some of the country’s dazzling football careers including that of...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 27 May 2019
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