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Wanderers Unfazed Despite Defeat
He said although they would have liked to win, they used the game as the beginning of the preparations for the playoffs. “Unfortunately the result did not go our way, but we will take only the positives from this match,” Mogotsi said.He...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 29 May 2019
Thebe Stuns Makwala, Wins 400m Title
Thebe has just returned from injury and was pitted in a star-studded line-up that included local sprinters, Onkabetse Nkobolo and Leungo Scotch as well as Zambian starlet, Copacopa Hamayuwa. In an exciting race that kept the spectators on their...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 29 May 2019
Botswana Boxing Team Settles For Third Position
The local boxers collected six gold, one silver and two bronze medals at the competition as South Africa and Angola are tied up in first position with 10 medals each. Team Botswana had nine boxers in the competition of which seven made it out of the...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 29 May 2019
First Division South League Goes To The Wire
While the First Division North League was decided a fortnight ago, the other side of the Premier League feeder league will be decided on the last day. Gilport Lions registered an all-important 1-0 win away to Black Rangers on Saturday to open a...
411,Boitumelo Khutsafalo,phpCD8F.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Rollers Donate Gate Takings To Kazungula
This was disclosed by Kazungula chairman, Nlakidzi Sitayelo who also hailed the resilience of his players after his team was narrowly eliminated from the FA Cup by the visitors (Rollers). Popa, as Rollers are lovingly known, won the match by a...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Orapa United Dump Systems Out Of Orange FA Cup
Orapa United showed their intensions as early as the first minute from a quick counterattack. Mbatshi Elias received a through ball from the experienced Zimbabwean midfield maestro, Tendai Nyumasi and he easily scored but referee, Mooketsi Mbekwa...
475,Correspondent,, 29 May 2019
Ratlhaeng Annexes Miss UB Setso
Out of all the seven contestants, she impressed the judges so much that they gave her the first position. Ratlhageng is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Social Science Degree majoring in Psychology and Sociology at the University of Botswana...
79575,Ludo Kwapa,, 29 May 2019
TV Celeb Dikgaka Flashes Hidden Gifts
The Btv’s Flavadome presenter unveiled her other talents in singing and poetry during a show called A Night With Sadi directed by the talented Tefo Paya. Dikgaka is not new to stage having shared the stage before with Kalanga balladeer,...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Gaothuse Beats 29 Others For Miss Teen International Botswana
The pageant attracted 30 contestants from all over Botswana on Saturday at the Mantlwaneng Theatre at Westwood International School.  Girls between the age of 13 and 18 competed for the prestigious title. Tutume-born teenager, Gaothuse in the...
79574,Ame Motimane,, 29 May 2019
Gaothuse Beats 29 Others For Miss Teen International Botswana
The pageant attracted 30 contestants from all over Botswana on Saturday at the Mantlwaneng Theatre at Westwood International School.  Girls between the age of 13 and 18 competed for the prestigious title. Tutume-born teenager, Gaothuse in the...
79574,Ame Motimane,, 29 May 2019
Tiyapo: Immortalising GW
Tiyapo was returning to Maitisong Festival after its debut during the 2017 instalment when the man affectionately called GW was still alive and even had a chance to watch it. Matenge, who was a humble activist fighting for the recognition of other...
423,Thalefang Charles,phpAA56.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
YAB Artprenuers Showcase Skills
The six-week programme trains women in the arts and accords them the chance to learn, grow in the creative industry and be able to identify marketable places to tap into. YAB project manager, Timothy Mweemba said the programme is aimed at changing...
79575,Ludo Kwapa,, 29 May 2019
Mascom Launches MyZaka Visa Card
The card gives users access to automated teller machine (ATM) withdrawals both locally and internationally at any VISA supporting ATM including online transactions.  The card, which is available to people of 18 years and above has a limit of P4,...
79575,Ludo Kwapa,, 29 May 2019
CEDA/DBSA University Challenge Is Here
The Challenge is a collaborative effort of CEDA and the Development Bank of Southern Africa and delivered as a youth innovative solutions competition. Since its inception two years ago, the Challenge continues to grow from strength to strength. This...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Educationist Offers Centre For Dyslexics
Bonolo Gaba, who is the founder of Lowapi Study Centre also known as Differently Able, revealed that she developed the love for working with learners who have a learning disability when she majored in learning difficulties and...
79575,Ludo Kwapa,, 29 May 2019
Politicians Should Respect The Electorate
Our political landscape seems far from reaching the desired destination, of restricting campaigns to issues that are geared towards improving the lives of the voters. Most politicians find it more amusing to assassinate each other’s characters....
540,Monitor Editor,, 29 May 2019
Boko plucked
76729,Selefu,php4qexft.jpg, 29 May 2019
Maun Seco Does It Again
The ambiance that came with the event was akin to what our national football team (the Zebras) bring to the Ghetto. The excitement that took place in the stadium was beyond that which the young generation experience when witnessing the only...
75200,Ignatious Njobvu,, 29 May 2019
Stakeholder Management For The HR Office
The other two prominent stakeholders whose interests also need to be satisfied are the employer and the regulator (who many just call Labour). But these two stakeholders (and their interests) are often not considered when the employee evaluates the...
80571,Shameela Winston,php1YbGfp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Intentionally Raising Godly Children
It seems there is a surge of parents who are seeking guidance in order to be intentional about raising their children to be productive members of society. For their efforts, they should be commended because if their children rise up to be honest,...
78990,Ashley Thaba,phpNBMUDQ.jpg, 29 May 2019
A View Into Mma Venson-Moitois Race
That seems to be the whole premises of the Children’s Act of Botswana, flowing, of course, from international standards and obligations.  It would be impossible to engage in a conversation of the rights of children, and particularly,...
74047,Lesego Nswahu Nchunga,phpgwjNJg.jpg, 29 May 2019
The Jazz King (Part 12): "Tlhogo Ke Ea Kgosi"
Letter by Kgosi Sebele II to Captain Stigand, Resident Magistrate Molepolole (5/4/1926: “My Friend, I have the wagon here of Mr. W. Horne. It was stopped by my brothers Padi and Waboraro from going about on Sunday; before stopping this wagon...
2894,Jeff Ramsay,php4F39.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Woman Recuperates From Stab Wounds
Just before the Easter Holidays, Naledi police received a report of a woman whose throat was nearly ripped out by an irate boyfriend after he stabbed her with a knife. The police have learnt that the victim is still fighting for her life at Princess...
434,Pini Bothoko,php3A86.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Illegal Shebeens Blamed For Fuelling Crime
Mogoditshane police station commander, superintendent Russ Letsebe has raised a concern over the mushrooming of illegal shebeens in his policing area. Letsebe told The Monitor that most violent crimes such as murder, rape, attempted murder take...
434,Pini Bothoko,php3A86.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Masisi Promises Milk And Honey
Launching the manifesto, President Mokgweetsi Masisi said the BDP presents itself to democrats and electorates, as it brings new changes that will grow the economy and create the much-needed jobs for Batswana. Masisi said it was critical to review...
54815,Innocent Selatlhwa,php522E.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Elephant Kills Elderly Man
Kasane police Station commander, Superintendent Silton Fidzani confirmed the incident in a telephonic interview with The Monitor. The incident is likely to spark debate on the human/wildlife conflict subject. A few months ago Botswana announced...
49080,Lesedi Mkhutshwa,, 29 May 2019
Pensioner Kills Another
The two were involved in a fight that resulted in death. The two grandfathers got into a misunderstanding. The septuagenarian was seriously injured. He was rushed to Princess Marina Hospital where he was hospitalised. The old man succumbed to his...
434,Pini Bothoko,php3A86.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Khama Snubs BDP Manifesto Launch
The talk about Khama leaving the party heightened after he did not attend the BDP’s manifesto launch despite being invited. BDP Communications Committee chairperson, Kagelelo Kentse said they had invited Khama to the launch. “We were...
54815,Innocent Selatlhwa,php522E.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
BURS Fines SA Air Company
The penalty is for allegedly breach of some customs regulations. Last Wednesday BURS detained the two airplanes, an Agusta 119 and a Beech 190, under the suspicion that the pilots failed to comply with customs procedures. UDC president, Duma Boko...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg,54815,Innocent Selatlhwa,php522E.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Build-Up To Polls Gathers Steam
Recently, Alliance for Progressives (AP) launched its manifesto in Gaborone while Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) launched its own on Saturday. Another major player in the upcoming general elections, Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) will follow...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Maele In Opposition Courtship
The former Lands minister was suspended for 12 months from the party. This means that he will not contest elections under the BDP ticket in October this year. Maele was called for disciplinary action after he declared his undying support for former...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
BOPEU Locks Out Mogwera, Marenga
After suspending her on Saturday, the faction swiftly changed locks to office door to deny her access as well as move to confiscate the Union cars the two were using. According to resolutions of the National Executive Committee (NEC) held on...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Suspension Is Illegal - Mogwera
“Members are informed that at the request of some members of the National Executive Committee (NEC) in particular, the president and general secretary convened a NEC on April 26, 2019,” reads a statement from Mogwera. “At the...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Amos on the cusp of Diamond League glory
If he wins, Amos will pocket a cool $50,000 (approximately P500,000). Amos runs at 20:13, and the 800m-runner would look to win his fourth Diamond League trophy in the last five seasons. The lanky Marobela star has been in sizzling form this...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Mahalapye River claims lives of 2 pupils
Both incidents occurred this month in Mahalapye with the first tragedy taking place near Xhosa ward on January 9 and the other at Tshikinyega 10 days later. The 11-year-old victim, who was a Standard Five pupil at Xhosa Primary School, was with six...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 29 May 2019
Botswana Tax Revenue
76729,Selefu,php4qexft.jpg, 29 May 2019
Indians urged to vote
Addressing the Indian community in Botswana, Ranjan spoke on behalf of their President Shri Ram Nath Kovind, on the commemoration of the 70th Republic Day of India recently.  The High Commissioner said as they do every five years, voters would...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Hogs Retain Super Rugby Title
Hogs won the last encounter between the two teams as coach, Louis Fourie said it was not going to be easy task playing against the military men. “A final is a final, it can get either way. We were expecting serious contention from BDF, but we...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 29 May 2019
Chiefs To Elect An Interim Committee
The club has for the past years seen peace elude it, with two factions led by Raymond Tsheko and Ramocha Tsieng respectively fighting for control of the club. The team managed to hold its first meeting on Saturday at Molefhi Senior Secondary School...
54598,Goitsemodimo Kaelo,php4B2C.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
CoA Dismisses Mamelodis Case Against BFA
The forensic findings of the audit report were instituted by the BFA, which is cited as the first respondent. BFA had commissioned the audit report for the purposes of a disciplinary hearing against Mamelodi. He was later asked to show cause why...
411,Boitumelo Khutsafalo,phpCD8F.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Difficult Task Ahead For Zebras
The Zebras played to a goalless draw against Zambia in an encounter played at the Francistown Sports Complex on Friday night.  A win at home could have improved Botswana’s chances of advancing to the last round of the CHAN 2020 qualifiers...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
We Can Surprise Them - Mpote
Mpote was speaking on Friday, moments after his side played to a goalless draw against Zambia in a first leg CHAN qualifying clash at the Francistown Sports Complex. The Zebras have often been criticised for sitting at the back and being a bit...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Tsogwane Graces Desert Bush Walk
The walk, which has been gaining popularity every year attracted participants from as far as Australia and Germany. The annual charity walk took a Bush trail into Jwaneng. Unlike last year, where it had followed the route of the Desert Race which...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Miss Botswana Organisers Unveil Top 30 Finalists
At a press briefing held on Thursday, the Miss Botswana’s indefatigable crew revealed the 2019-2020 top 30 finalists. One of the organisers, Benjamin Raletsatsi said this year they looked for the potential queen throughout the breadth and...
79574,Ame Motimane,, 29 May 2019
Tasha T Shoeline Hits Streets
Speaking at the launch event, Tasha T Founder and Creative Director, Ninie Sefhemo spoke on the embodiment of African culture. “Every pair is a gift right from the heart of Africa. It’s not just a shoe, it is a celebration of Africa. The...
79574,Ame Motimane,, 29 May 2019
Stanbic Bank Promotes Financial Health
This sentiment comes as the bank drives an awareness campaign for its personal loan solution, with a firm stance on making financial decisions that always contribute to long-term financial health of the user. According to Stanbic Bank Botswana head...
399,Staff Writer,, 29 May 2019
Online Registration Encounters Tech Hiccups
According to Companies and Intellectual Properties Authority (CIPA) spokesperson, Marietta Magashula, since the launch of the OBRS, a few payments have been failing to go through due to the level of security on their payment platform or with one-time...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Ina Lebe Offers Unique Gift-Giving Experience
She specialises in engraving and personalising gifts whilst promoting pride and embracing of African languages, names, norms, idioms, to name a few. Ina Lebe accountant executive, Hafsa Arieff told Business Monitor that Mathias started the business...
79575,Ludo Kwapa,, 29 May 2019
Is it now or never,,,?
76729,Selefu,php4qexft.jpg, 29 May 2019
Are We A Society Of Emotional Wrecks?
Yet, nothing seems to be improving as the Botswana Police Service (BPS) continues to register a high number of murder cases, which include intimate partner killings, also referred to as passion killings. Just last week, there were reports of a young...
540,Monitor Editor,, 29 May 2019
The Competency Based Selection Interview
However, this option is seen as expensive by the majority of psychometric-assessment-using employers, who then prefer to conduct assessments on the final three candidates identified at the competency based interview. And with that we are back to...
80571,Shameela Winston,php1YbGfp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Characteristics Of Intergrity
If you missed that, search the Mmegi online and read last week’s article as I don’t want to dwell too much into that today. Today, I want us to talk about what it takes to live lives of integrity. Every day we are faced with the...
78990,Ashley Thaba,phpNBMUDQ.jpg, 29 May 2019
Tsaones Case: Where Is Media Unity?
That not all of us are in the cause regardless, but about what one stands to gain. A year into Ian Khama’s first term, I stood before a conference gathering of the continent’s best known activists in Johannesburg, to share Botswana...
8058,Pamela Dube,phpkuL8U3.jpg, 29 May 2019
A Note On Adolescence And Confidentiality In Psychotherapy
The experience of a private and protected therapeutic space is central to the adolescent psychotherapist’s work. As treating professionals and society, it is our responsibility to offer adolescents the best possible experience of healthcare...
74047,Lesego Nswahu Nchunga,phpgwjNJg.jpg, 29 May 2019
KgosI Sebele II - The Conclusion
The judgement thus effectively blocked further legal challenges on the part of the banished Kgosi and his supporters. As had occurred earlier in the case brought before the Privy Council in London by Kgosi Sekgoma Letsholathebe it was affirmed that...
2894,Jeff Ramsay,php4F39.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Letsholo Launched In Style
It was clear from the organisation of arguably one of the most attended launches that Letsholo is an events management specialist. The stage setting, the lighting, the sound system as well as the branding could not be matched by any other launch...
399,Staff Writer,, 29 May 2019
BancABC Appreciates Teachers
This was revealed at a press conference held at the No.1 Ladies Detective Café at Thapong Visual Arts Centre on Friday. The initiative is set to utilise the widespread use of social media to spread the message on the importance of...
76058,Cavin Kanoko,, 29 May 2019
Sebego Attorneys Certified By BOBS
This marks a milestone, as the law firm is the first to be given such an award.  The certification underpins Sebego Attorneys’ commitment to providing a comprehensive range of quality legal services. Speaking at a recent ceremony, deputy...
79575,Ludo Kwapa,, 29 May 2019
Murder Convict To Hang
According to the particulars of the offence, Mmoko murdered Tsiapane on April 9, 2015 at or near Mogothe ward in Shakwe village in the Central District. Delivering a ruling on extenuation factors and sentence, Justice Moesi said that the deceased...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
IEC Gets Half A Billion Pula For Elections
The increase is due to unforeseen extra cost the IEC incurred during voter registration and fluctuation of prices for services, which might happen during the elections. Other costs include advertising, voter education and staff transport. “It...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Parley Approves Maun Potable Water Estimates
The village is currently facing serious potable water shortage and inadequate sanitation network coverage. The Ministry of Land Management, Water and Sanitation Services says it has approved the implementation of Maun water supply and sanitation...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Special Constables Abuse Irks MPs
This was the all-round sentiment after the Minister of Defence, Justice and Security, Shaw Kgathi told Parliament that only 43% of Special Constables have been absorbed into police service. “Since inception of the Special Constables Programme...
54815,Innocent Selatlhwa,php522E.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
God Saved Me, Says Woman Shot By Cops
From the Mahalapye District Hospital bed, the woman, Emily Chizake mumbled when interviewed: “I was shot at close range. God saved me.” The incident happened at Leretlweng ward in the wee hours of Tuesday during the President’s...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 29 May 2019
UDC Launches Ramotswa Parley Candidate
When launching him on Saturday, the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) vice president, Dumelang Saleshando said Rantuana was hands on in his constituency all the time and knows problems experienced in the area. “Ha re bua ka rre yo, Rantuana...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Boko Wins 'Principal Residence' Objection Case
Makofi said Boko was therefore fully entitled to vote and stand for elections as Gaborone Bonnnington North parliamentary candidate. Both Siele and Tabane had objected to Boko’s registration status, stating that he provided a wrong address as...
54598,Goitsemodimo Kaelo,php4B2C.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Bonolo Kerekang's Head Found?
Instead, the police have issued a warning against the public from making pronouncements on such a sensitive issue before any official comment from authorities. This came on the backdrop of weekend reports that a group of manual workers found...
54598,Goitsemodimo Kaelo,php4B2C.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Kgori Capital Cleared In NPF Money Laundering Scandal
Kgori Capital was one of the companies that came under the spotlight when the NPF, a statutory fund run under the Energy Affairs Department, hit the headlines in late 2017, with the State alleging that up to P230 million had been lost through money...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Home ground advantage leads Pollock to victory
Racing in his home village, Pollock won the tightly contested OR1 category, as Perry came in second while Mohamed Jones finished third. In a terrain stretching 200km, riders were taken of their usual sandy terrain as they had to deal with rocky,...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 29 May 2019
Copa Coca Cola dovetails with BFA's program
The association has been lauded for a deliberate program to nurture talent, with BFA president, Maclean Letshwiti anchoring his campaign on development. Letshwiti argued that focus should shift to grassroots, in order to ensure sustained success at...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Zebras to know 2022 World Cup opponent today
The draw for the preliminary round will be conducted in Cairo today, and sees lowly seeded teams get the ball rolling for the tournament, which will be held in Qatar. Botswana is in Pot 2, meaning they will meet any of Zimbabwe, Sierra Leone,...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Zebras drawn against Malawi in 2022 World Cup qualifier
The draw for the preliminary round was conducted in Cairo today, and sees lowly seeded teams get the ball rolling for the tournament, which will be held in Qatar. Botswana was in Pot 2, and have been paired with Malawi, which was in Pot 1. Zebras...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Warrant of arrest for Heavy K
Morobosi organisers have been at loggerheads with Heavy K since the 2017 New Year's Eve Festival where the South African music artist did not show up at Raselwa Farms in Tswapong Hills. The organisers are accusing Heavy K for failing to show up at...
399,Staff Writer,, 29 May 2019
Back Page this week: Tough Task Ahead For Zebras
29 May 2019
Front Page this week: Boko Wins
29 May 2019
Should rugby utilise foreign players?
Botswana rugby has failed to hit the expected heights, with morale sapping losses littered across international competitions. But faced with the dire situation, rugby can turn to Option B in its effort to breathe life into The Vultures, the...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
TK tackles sport challenges head-on
BNSC funding model to change Khama says he is concerned about the way the Botswana National Sport Commission (BNSC) has been funding certain codes. He reveals that he has made a commitment to move towards supporting codes that deliver. “We...
417,Calistus Kolantsho,php1F76.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Sebego to stand, attacks Letshwiti
Sebego first announced on his Facebook page that he wants to run, and said Letshwiti must step down, as promised. Yesterday, Sebego told Mmegi Sport that he intends to run, “subject to getting clearance from family”. He said his desire...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
GU, Gunners headline FA Cup action
Interestingly, GU had dethroned Gunners when they won the 2012 title, after the Lobatse side had triumphed a year earlier. Phillimon Makwengwe led GU in his first of the two stints at the club; in the 2012 final played at the Lobatse Sports...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 29 May 2019
F/town will not be made Zebras home base
Francistown has, just like an enduring marriage, remained faithful to the national team even in trying circumstances. More than 12,000 fans were at the stadium last week Friday to watch the dead rubber between the Zebras and Angola’s Palancas...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
TK talks tough on BFA
Speaking to Mmegi Sport in a wide-ranging interview at his office yesterday, Khama said he was concerned with the way the BFA was conducting its business. “One of the issues that concern me is BFA. I am concerned at the politics at BFA. I am...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
In defence of the Republic
And, in retrospect, the turmoil was somewhat inevitable. Its intensity was unexpected. The inevitability stems from the constitutional automatic succession clause which, in essence, fosters a situation where the country’s presidency is removed...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 29 May 2019
I have a man to bat
76729,Selefu,php4qexft.jpg, 29 May 2019
Go lebetswe lefe?
Banana bone, ka lenaneo la (YDF) Younth Development Fund, ba thusiwe go bula dikgwebo. E re go se na go dirwa jaana, bangwe ba tlhagafale, ba tiise, ba tlhokomele . Fa e le morui, a tlhokomele loruo lwa gagwe, lo hule, lo nwe sentle, a thibele...
2805,Sebofo Motshwane,php5705.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Dear Ashford Mamelodi - Once again were children with no name
Continental governing body CAF lines up Danish Kim Milton Niesen to officiate the much anticipated clash between rivals Morocco and Egypt. Egypt arrived in West Africa on the back of a season to forget. The Pharoahs failed to qualify for the 1998...
79124,Thabo Masalila,phpGGvPr5.jpg, 29 May 2019
Spare us the New Jerusalem vs Cava circus
It is not a political struggle for power based on principles and values. The nakedly egotistical and often tribalistic contest is totally devoid of socio economic relevance to the nation. No Motswana stands to benefit from it in any way. In fact,...
68553,Kgosietsile Ngakaagae,php1FanG3.jpg, 29 May 2019
Lessons on elephant management from Kruger
The Kruger scientists call their new plan: “A Landscape Management Approach” to the so-called elephant management “problem”. At the end of 1994, Kruger’s elephant population stood at 7000; and since that year they have...
475,Correspondent,, 29 May 2019
BNF supports ethical journalism
The fabrications date far back to pre-2014 general elections where his family was dragged in under the guise of him being a public figure. Some journalists have sworn and are on record expressing their hatred and disrespect towards Cde Boko and even...
69764,Justin Hunyepa,, 29 May 2019
BDP condemns violence against journalists
We have learnt that the journalist was threatened, harassed and his paper’s property was destroyed by a certain UDC activist who also happens to be UDC president, Duma Boko’s confidante. The party has since relayed a message of support to...
475,Correspondent,, 29 May 2019
The future of big trees and elephants in the Okavango Delta
Any visitor would think this is paradise and just what the “wildest parts of Africa” should be like! And they would be correct. Except for one basic thing. A large portion of these trees are dead! For many reasons, too many to discuss...
475,Correspondent,, 29 May 2019
Hunting and anti-poaching in Botswana
Putting aside for now the ill-advised and predictably inflammatory statement that there could be some management of the elephant population, including limited culling, let’s consider some facts. During the latest elephant census carried out to...
475,Correspondent,, 29 May 2019
Letter to Seretse: Masisi one year
As you could tell things are not very well in your beloved Republic. Ian’s successor, Edison Masisi’s boy by the name Mokgweetsi, is this weekend turning one year in the office. And sir, it has been a rough road for the poor boy. If you...
423,Thalefang Charles,phpAA56.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
A year of Sisinomics: Is this what the doctor ordered?
It would be fair to say President Mokgweetsi Masisi has put greater deliberate focus in lifting the economy in his first year in office than his predecessors did in theirs, and for a good reason. From the heady heydays of rapid economic expansion...
422,Mbongeni Mguni,php1604.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
'Botswana winning HIV/Aids battle under Masisi'
When he assumed office Masisi, vowed to step up the fight to end HIV/AIDS in Botswana.  Then, the President acknowledged that complacency was the reason the country’s efforts to fight the endemic have failed to bear any fruit. “The...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Masisi: A year later
FRANCISTOWN: Upon assuming the reigns of power at the OP, Masisi did the unthinkable when he shortly cracked the whip and fired Isaac Kgosi who was by then the director general of the Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS). Masisi left the...
402,Ryder Gabathuse,phpF55A.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Huawei enhances knowledge transfer in Botswana
The students will travel to China for a two-week ICT training in Huawei’s global headquarter in Shenzhen, China where they will get hands-on experience and exposure to many latest ICT technologies and solutions including Cloud, Big Data, IoT...
475,Correspondent,, 29 May 2019
China strengthens fight against wildlife crime
Peng also said China had established a regulatory system based on the Wild Animal Protection Law, the Wild Plant Protection Regulations, and the Regulation on Import and Export of Endangered Species. “Wildlife is a important part of the...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Govt urged to avoid costly litigations
Several Members of Parliament (MPs) warned during the debate on the supplementary appropriation Bill proposed by Minister of Finance and Economic Development Kenneth Matambo on Wednesday that public funds were wasted to pay unnecessary litigation...
54598,Goitsemodimo Kaelo,php4B2C.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Olopeng wants BQA workload reduced
Therefore, the minister for Tertiary Education, Research, Science and Technology, Thapelo Olopeng suggested a need to reduce this load. “In some jurisdictions, this mandate is undertaken by different institutions. There is, therefore an urgent...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Lights dim in Venson-Moitois challenge
The Serowe South legislator has, thus far and to start with, failed to raise delegates from her constituency, only getting backing from Serowe West and others from around the country. While it is expected that Venson-Moitoi will muster 50 delegates...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Christ Embassy goes after Superfit over P6m debt
The church and the gym were involved in a legal battle after a sale agreement of a lot between the pair collapsed when the church had already paid P6,865,000. The background of the case, according to the court documents filed on October 18, 2018,...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
No love lost as BDP factions meet
As politicians continue to bicker, it’s the BDP that is destined to suffer as factions come face-to-face in the battle for the soul of the party.There seem to be no love lost as the party is currently torn apart with one section faithful to the...
402,Ryder Gabathuse,phpF55A.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
We feel neglected - DIS agents
The DIS agents complain that it has been 10 years since they last got salary adjustments, pointing out that their counterparts at Botswana Defence Force (BDF) and Botswana Police Services (BPS) have a reason to smile come April.  They are...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Ex-Deputy Speaker terms assault charge 'green lie'
This was the booming voice of maverick politician, former Deupty Speaker of Parliament, Pono ‘PPP’ Moatlhodi denying a charge of assault before Chief Magistrate Faith N’Gandu-Dlamini here Thursday. The acerbic Tonota constituency...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Expelled manual workers trio to sue union
The trio, Molemise Teemane, Nicholas Sekwenyane and secretary general, Maophala Mokgosi have been expelled from the union following their suspension for allegedly bringing the name of the union into disrepute and disrupting meetings held by the...
54598,Goitsemodimo Kaelo,php4B2C.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
High alert as SA customs downs tools
South African Revenue Service (SARS) workers affiliated to two unions downed tools indefinitely yesterday demanding an 11% salary adjustment. The National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union (NEHAWU) has also threatened to spread the...
422,Mbongeni Mguni,php1604.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Chobe enterpreneurs urged to think outside agriculture
Shamukuni was giving a keynote address during the Citizen Entrepreneurial Development Agency (CEDA), engagement day recently. The event was intended to review and boost the relationship between CEDA and entrepreneurs in the Chobe district. According...
49080,Lesedi Mkhutshwa,, 29 May 2019
KBL profits expected to nearly double
KBL is Sechaba’s sole investment and the holding company’s results are directly linked to the beverage manufacturer’s own performance. Global beverage giant, Anheuser-Busch InBev holds 40% in KBL and a separate direct stake of...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
How to govern a digitally networked world
WASHINGTON, DC: Governments built the current systems and institutions of international cooperation to address nineteenth- and twentieth-century problems. But in today’s complex and fast-paced digital world, these structures cannot operate at...
475,Correspondent,, 29 May 2019
beMOBILE eyes 30% market share through MNP
A wholly owned subsidiary of the Botswana Telecommunications Corporation Limited (BTCL), beMOBILE entered the mobile phone market in 2008, 10 years after Mascom and Orange.  At the last count, beMOBILE had a market share of 16%, compared to...
79575,Ludo Kwapa,, 29 May 2019
BDC injects P41m to keep Lobatse Clay Works afloat
Last year the iconic company, which is wholly owned by BDC, halted its operations and failed to pay close to 500 employees’ salaries, after years of financial distress. The 26-year-old firm’s revival plans were shattered after failing to...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Local model hosts fashion extravaganza
It will later move to Black Restaurant at CBD from 7pm where there will be a red carpet and media interviews, fashion demonstrations by both the local and international fashion designers then later be closed with an after party and socialising. ...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Epic clash looms large at Dladleng, Fora Farm
It will feature Botswana’s own kwasa kwasa heavyweights amongst them Frank Lesokwane and South Africa’s disco queen Patricia Majalisa. Although the music festival has kwasa kwasa and Disco artistes in the line up, it brings together...
54598,Goitsemodimo Kaelo,php4B2C.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Miss Teen International Botswana search nears
The winner will represent Botswana at Miss Teen International in India in December. The organiser of the pageant Michelle Ashley told Arts & Culture that the newly introduced pageant is open to girls between 13 and 18 years of age. “We...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Music industry bids Tops farewell
The goodbye session will be held at Bojanala Waterfront in Gaborone. Tops, who is one of Botswana’s best promoters, has decided to retire from the creative industry and this was announced during a media brief this week. During his whole career...
79574,Ame Motimane,, 29 May 2019
Miss Earth Botswana is back
Smash Deal public relations officer, Osego Maseko told Arts & Culture that the pageantry auditions will commence on March 30, 2019 at Maun Lodge.  The auditions will then go to Cresta Botsalo Lodge in Palapye on April 6 followed by...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
MYSC in drive to commercialise arts, culture
Amongst his proposed budget was the development of cultural infrastructure and programmes. Under the development budget, Khama has requested a total amount of P4, 636, 780 that will be used to build amongst others, performance stages and equipment at...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Inside Page this week: Vote Sekwati: Miss Teen Universe
29 May 2019
Inside Page this week: MYSC in drive to commercialise arts and culture
29 May 2019
Inside Page this week: BDC imjects P41m to keep Lobatse Clay Works afloat
29 May 2019
Back Page this week: TK talks tough on BFA
29 May 2019
Front Page this week: We feel neglected - DIS agents
29 May 2019
Local teen set for Dakar trial
The Lobelo Racing Club Francistown rider has been invited to join the Netherlands-based HT Rally Raid Husqvarna motorcycle team, as an observer for the spectacle that is to be held in Saudi Arabia from January 5 to 17, 2020. Armstrong has had a good...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 29 May 2019
Victorious junior chess team qualifies for Olympiad
The Women Chess Master, Refilwe Gabatshwarwe led the team to victory. She was with Ruth Otisitswe as the only other girl and three boys George Method, Keabetswe Makwaeba and Oageng Chalashika. The squad put up a brilliant campaign against hosts...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 29 May 2019
Goalkeepers: Who stood out in the last decade?
Contenders: Kabelo Dambe Dambe was just 19 years old when he became the youngest number one glove man in the league. This was at the start of the 2009-2010 season, the first under the telecommunications company’s sponsorship. At the time...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg,49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 29 May 2019
Palapye, Francistown sides clash in FA Cup
Motlakase Power Dynamos will trade punches with their usual nemesis, TAFIC and last year’s champions of Tswapong Region Division One league FC Palapye are up against Calendar Stars. The playing ground is not level as the hosts are overwhelming...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 29 May 2019
Mosige makes steady return after a year out
Mosige, who is the club captain, played his first league match after more than a year out of action against Morupule Wanderers a fortnight ago. He had a great game last week Friday when Orapa United defeated Security Systems by a solitary goal in a...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
TAFIC, Galaxy game aborted
Scores of supporters left the stadium disappointed after the game was called off at the last minute. A BNSC official, Gakologelwang Masheto who was at the stadium, declined to disclose reasons the game did not proceed. “I unfortunately...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Makwengwe back in charge at GU
Makwengwe returns to the hot seat after Serbian, Nikola Kavazovic’s unceremonious departure this week. Kavazovic quit the post on Tuesday after angry fans bayed for his blood, following the first leg of the Mascom Top 8 quarterfinal 1-0 loss...
49272,Kabelo Boranabi,, 29 May 2019
BNOC revises Olympic targets
The Botswana National Olympic Committee (BNOC) has decried lack of funding, which had meant the preparations moved at a snail’s pace. But the mood has changed significantly, after the private sector came on board, while the government has...
407,Mqondisi Dube,php794.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Gunners' Kemoen quits as standoff persists
His resignation comes at a time when the two factions continue to show no commitment towards finding a lasting solution to the impasse. Kemoen confirmed his resignation yesterday saying he has to keep his integrity intact as the internal bickering...
411,Boitumelo Khutsafalo,phpCD8F.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
DIS, DPP and DCEC heads must fall
The South African institutions named in the controversial case are drilling gaping holes in the case. The companies alleged to be involved do not exist; the bank accounts in the banks allegedly holding staggering amounts of money in which she is...
450,Mmegi Editor,, 29 May 2019
Corruption
29 May 2019
Khato Civils Response from Khato Civils on Mmegi article
These articles were authored by Ryder Gabathuse who works for Mmegi newspaper and is apparently currently doing a fellowship at the amaBhungane Centre for investigative journalism, sponsored by IJHub. It is also not strange that all references in the...
475,Correspondent,, 29 May 2019
Can Masisi transform the party to save the country? (Part 2)
Part 1 - Can Masisi transform ruling party and save the country?   The BDP’s impetus for reform is propelled by two major reasons. The first is the decade of Ian Khama’s misrule. The second is as a result of the first: the reality...
53074,Bakang Ntshingane,, 29 May 2019
Comedy of errors in Butterfly case
Given recent events in the matter of the alleged P100 billion gone missing, it is increasingly apparent that the State may have made a real dog’s dinner of the case against Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS) agent Welheminah...
419,Oarabile Mosikare,phpEAC0.tmp.jpg,83670,Morongwa Phala-Goodwill,, 29 May 2019
Artists erect mural on gender violence
The artists are Bezuba Kaunda and Itumeleng Motswetla. In an interview with Arts & Culture, Motswetla said some Batswana young men have grown up believing that it acceptable to publicly harass, abuse and intimidate women. “They bear no...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Motswana joins The Real Housewives of Johannesburg on DStv
The Real Housewives of Johannesburg Season 2 chronicles the lives of seven enviably wealthy Jozi women as they negotiate life as family women, businesswomen and friends. In a one-on-one interview with Arts & Culture this week, Merriweather said...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Leburu hoists Botswana flag high
Leburu was crowned the winner of the Little Miss Model International, which is the award for the best model amongst all contestants and has also scooped the Little Miss Africa award, which was a continental award given to the best contestant in...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Little Miss Princess of the World returns bigger, better
According to the pageant director, Tebogo Lebanna, this year, the contestants proved to be ready to win the crown. She said most of them had been in this competition in the past years and are still after the crown, this therefore means more...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Wilderness Safaris announces photographic winners
This year the event encouraged participants to Capture the Soul of Africa through exceptional wildlife and landscape photography. Now in its third year, the competition set out to harness Africa’s passion with images that inspire the positive...
475,Correspondent,, 29 May 2019
Budget the balance next year, IMF advises
Balancing the budget would of necessity mean curtailing expenditure and raising revenues and in a year with declining diamond earnings, analysts believe the latter may point to higher taxes and tighter collections. The advice comes as government...
422,Mbongeni Mguni,php1604.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
BPOPF appoints managers for Asian drive
With assets of more than P60 billion, the pension fund has made no secret of its desire to crack the Chinese financial market, which has generally been closed off to outsiders. This week, BPOPF CEO, Boitumelo Molefe said the five managers would...
33193,Pauline Dikuelo,phpD7C.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
The debt trap
By that time, Daisy* already had the daily threatening sms from the store card debt collectors. She hadn’t checked her post for ages - for fear of receiving another notice about the outstanding balance on her card. She even hadn’t gone to...
475,Correspondent,, 29 May 2019
Unfair blacklisting amongst top complaints against local banks
In his report for 2018, released last week, Gabriel Maotwanyane noted that complaints about listing accounted for just more than one in 10 complaints received from bank customers. In 2017, the blacklisting complaints were just six percent of the...
422,Mbongeni Mguni,php1604.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Wear the right fit, Tsheole urges African exchanges
Speaking at this week’s African Securities Exchanges Association annual conference held here between Sunday and Tuesday, Tsheole said trading systems and other infrastructure associated with stock exchanges were too expensive to procure and...
422,Mbongeni Mguni,php1604.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Dear BDP
How did you do it?  I mean you had your backs against the wall this time around.  You didn’t have the Khama magic this time.  Quite to the opposite, Kgosikgolo was terrorising you in the north.  Duma Boko and company had...
68553,Kgosietsile Ngakaagae,php1FanG3.jpg, 29 May 2019
Sack them
What is known is that when President Mokgweetsi Masisi ascended to the top office, he declared himself studious of rule of law. The current war raged by the upper echelons and the executive at the rule of law, the Constitution and Batswana indicates...
79124,Thabo Masalila,phpGGvPr5.jpg, 29 May 2019
Ga se go tswa thuso
Kgang e nne gore, fa bangwe ba itlhaela, kgotsa, golo gongwe ba tlhaetse, ba ba kgonang, ba thuse. Go nne jalo, ba thuse Batswana. Gompieno re utlwa fa kwa Maubelo, kwa Tsabong, lephata la DBES (Deoartment of Buildings and Engineering Services) le...
2805,Sebofo Motshwane,php5705.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
"Gabs hosts inaugural international health expo a success"
This inaugural activity, that due to popular demand will occur annually, is an initiative that embraces government’s pronouncement to make the country the preferred destination for meetings, incentives, conferences and expos. It was a two-day...
399,Staff Writer,, 29 May 2019
Vivo Energy Botswana commissions latest market innovation: Mobile Fuel Testing Laboratory
The company markets and distributes Shell fuels and lubricants. Every motorist’s nightmare is buying adulterated fuels, since it damages and shortens the lifespan of the vehicle’s engine and may cause inconvenience. At Vivo Energy, they...
475,Correspondent,, 29 May 2019
BEC, teachers legal tussle ends
BEC withdrew the matter citing that it has since received the exam marks it sought an order for their release. However, the parties argued on costs, with Lobatse High court Justice Godfrey Nthomiwa then deciding that he will deliver judgement on...
54598,Goitsemodimo Kaelo,php4B2C.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Majaga blasts govt on Nata-Maun road delay
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Nata-Gweta Constituency Polson Majaga said this when reached for an interview following the questions he raised in Parliament related to the bad state of the road. Majaga had asked the Minister of Transport and...
434,Pini Bothoko,php3A86.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Rentse Foundation promotes healthy living in Palapye
The NGO’s programme manager, Tsothe Maganu, told Mmegi that their vision was to continue with such initiatives annually to reach out to the less privileged individuals and their communities to enrich their lives holistically. The campaign would...
2172,Nnasaretha Kgamanyane,php16B0.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Botswana amongst safest to visit-report
According to the report of International SOS, a travel security services company, released this week, the travel security risk rating analyses the threat posed to travellers and international assignees by political violence (including terrorism,...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
BNF Youth League accuse government of abusing students
Heii said the MELSD was aware of the capacity of the colleges, the state of the facilities, the unaccredited courses that were offered to students and the number of lecturers, but still admitted students in higher numbers. He claimed, “the...
47121,Koketso Kgoboge,, 29 May 2019
Ftown Mayoral race in full swing
Until recently it was widely thought that Itekeng ward councillor Lesego Kwambala, Sylvia Muzila and Satellite South councillor Godisang Radisigo were the only ones in the race for the position, but apparently Muzila is now out of the race after she...
409,Chakalisa Dube,php6867.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Ngwato Land Board challenges Sebetelas P26m claim
Last year in July, Justice Godfrey Nthomiwa granted Sebetela over P10 million after he and Morupule Coal Mine (MCM) entered into a settlement agreement in respect of compensation for the compulsory acquisition of his land. MCM acquired...
442,Lebogang Mosikare,php369F.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Dark clouds gather
The proposals, as contained in the draft mid-term review of the NDP 11 circulated yesterday, are due to go before Cabinet before being laid out before parliamentarians next year. The revised forecasts in the draft indicate that the cumulative...
422,Mbongeni Mguni,php1604.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Boko challenges his ouster
In his affidavit, Boko lists out a series of activities leading to his ouster as well as that of other UDC members who lost elections. Boko states that even individuals who did not register to vote were found in the voters roll. “I have myself...
3476,Tsaone Basimanebotlhe,php5334.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Knuckle City movie submitted for Oscars
Media representatives from across the African continent got an opportunity to watch some of the featured films, amongst them being the hard-hitting Knuckle City, which South Africa has submitted for the International Feature Film category at the...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Indian dramas attract African audience
Although men watch these dramas, they are mostly popular among women. The consumption patterns, level of viewing, preferred channels, favourite watching time, and control over remote really defines women and Indian dramas.  It is now no secret...
49270,Mompati Tlhankane,php2FDF.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Wilderness Safaris announces photographic winners
This year the event encouraged participants to Capture the Soul of Africa through exceptional wildlife and landscape photography. Now in its third year, the competition set out to harness Africa’s passion with images that inspire the positive...
399,Staff Writer,, 29 May 2019
Front page this week: Dark clouds gather
29 May 2019
Inside Page this week: Budget the balance next year, IMF advises
29 May 2019
Inside Page this week: Artists erect mural on gender violence
29 May 2019
Back page this week: BNOC revises Olympic targets
29 May 2019
Humans originate from Botswana - Scientists
The area is now dominated by salt pans, but was once home to an enormous lake, which may have been our ancestral heartland 200,000 years ago. Our ancestors settled for 70,000 years, until the local climate changed, researchers have proposed. They...
53561,BBC.COM,php2D23.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
Divine appointment?
76729,Selefu,php4qexft.jpg, 29 May 2019
Back page this week: GU faces Ndlovu dilemma
29 May 2019
Front page this week: The big losers
29 May 2019
'Butterfly' denied bail, alleged $390m in her personal account
The 46-year-old former agent known as ‘Butterfly’ in spy circles is charged with financing terrorism by moving money around linked to former spy chief, Isaac Kgosi.  She was denied bail earlier today after the state raised issues...
601,Mpho Mokwape,php5B7D.tmp.jpg, 29 May 2019
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Borolong man faces murder charge
The state alleges that Orapeleng Monyamane murdered Goitsemodimo Rashane on May 25, 2019 at Borolong. Sergeant Kabelo Pheto told Chief Magistrate Faith Dlamini-Ngandu that investigations in the matter had just commenced. Pheto opposed the accused...
Kaelo Kebotse 29 May 2019
A voter on election day PIC: FILE
AP objects certain voters' registration
Batumi Ngube and Ace Ntheetsang of Monarch North and Kanana wards brought the applications before Chief Magistrate Faith Dlamini-Ngandu respectively on Tuesday. However, Ngube withdrew his application stating that he smoked the peace pipe with the...
Kaelo Kebotse 29 May 2019
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Mma Vee okae?
Selefu 29 May 2019
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Tertiary education ministry extends sponsorship application
The application date for tertiary education government sponsorships for new students has been extended to June 6, 2019. According to minister Thapelo Olopeng, the decision came in the realisation that some students received their acceptance letters...
Correspondent 29 May 2019
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UDC's Lotlamoreng II decides his political future
Although he confirmed that different parties had approached him to join them, he however disclosed that it is time for him to assume his chieftaincy role yet again.  Lotlamoreng left Bogosi in 2015 and joined the Botswana National Front (BNF),...
Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 29 May 2019
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