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Comprehensive tobacco control law needed – ATN
Three Health and Wellness Ministers have come and gone from 2011 to date, all promising citizens a law that will protect them from toxic tobacco smoke, easily accessible tobacco products and deceptive tobacco advertising, promotion and...
Imi Mokgethi 15 November 2019
Sshhhh!
Selefu 15 November 2019
Justice delayed, is justice denied
Citizens, some public officers have been brought before courts for various offences, kept behind bars, for some luckily they were released on cash bail and it took years before their cases could be determined. While we all respect the justice system...
Mmegi Editor
| 15 November 2019
Vultures amongst best movers in world rankings
The Vultures were 72nd in the last rankings, but have improved marginally to 71, and were listed by the IRB as one of the biggest climbers, as they have accumulated 37.64 points. Andorra were the biggest climbers, when they leaped from 77th to 74th,...
Mqondisi Dube
| 15 November 2019
Police VI, Mag Stimela stay on course
The two champions are keen on going all the way to the grand finale as they enter the finals billed for Lobatse this weekend. Police would be playing the quarterfinals while Mag Stimela has qualified for the semifinals. The BVF-sponsored tournament,...
Koketso Kgoboge 15 November 2019
Injury relief for Branch ahead of Dakar
Branch missed out on the final round of the South African Cross Country championships last week due to a back injury. The rider was just three points behind Brother Leader Tread KTM teammate Louwrens Mahoney ahead of a winner takes all double-header...
Mqondisi Dube
| 15 November 2019
A brand in desperate need of a kiss of life
In the winter of 2010, the Zebras quietly slipped out, destined for far flung Tunisia, for a mammoth task against the North Africans. Amid the nation’s disinterest, Stanley Tshosane’s charges produced a stunner to shock the hosts 1-0...
Mqondisi Dube
| 15 November 2019
Zebras back to Gaborone
The Monday clash would be the second round of the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. In recent years, Francistown residents and those from surrounding areas have remained faithful to the national team even when the Zebras were not doing...
Staff Writer 15 November 2019
Notwane sticks with Mushangazhike despite permit issues
Mushangazhike was appointed in the off-season, but Botswana Football Association (BFA) rejected his appointment as he holds a CAF B licence. A regulation by the BFA says only local coaches can take to the technical bench with CAF B licence while...
Kabelo Boranabi
| 15 November 2019
Santa Green dumps suspended Sephata, hires Masobe
Sephata was suspended indefinitely a fortnight ago, with chairperson, Mugove Chiwita citing a dressing room fallout with the players and a strained relationship with the supporters. Sephata was surprised when he learnt the club had hired a new...
Koketso Kgoboge 15 November 2019
Knives out for TAFIC's Sebina
TAFIC players recently wrote a petition to the chairperson demanding that he step down citing incompetency. In the petition, the players said that under the stewardship of Sebina, the club has totally disregarded their welfare. Early this week,...
Chakalisa Dube
| 15 November 2019
BFA probes Rollers, Gilport match-fixing allegations
The move follows reports that a Rollers official approached Lions officials in an attempt to swing the results of the league game played on October 19. Popa went on to win the fixture, played at the Jamali Stadium, 3-1. It is said that the...
Kabelo Boranabi
| 15 November 2019
Bush Farm Sunday returns with denim affair
Event organiser, Lucky Ranko told Arts & Culture that nothing has changed the BFS concept so people should come out to enjoy a beautiful afternoon of food, drinks, music, and conversation, plus the chance to forget the city life and breathe a new...
Mompati Tlhankane
| 15 November 2019
Zambian artist drills locals
The judge, Kenneth Chulu who is an artist from Zambia, told the artists that areas such as sculpture, photography and conceptual art are still lacking. “For those to improve, you should look at the technical aspects such as narrative. We...
Mompati Tlhankane
| 15 November 2019
TNS, Cassper Nyovest headline Born & Raised fest
And this includes of course attending music festivals, which are usually spread across the country. One of these music festivals is Born And Raised happening at Serowe Stadium on December 22 from 4pm to 6am. In its fourth edition, the annual music...
Goitsemodimo Kaelo
| 15 November 2019
CIPA to destroy counterfeit goods
The destruction ceremony will mark the hard work that has been done to keep Botswana clean from pirated and counterfeit products, says the authority. Through the assistance of the Botswana Police Service (BPS), CIPA has conducted numerous...
Staff Writer 15 November 2019
Young author offers solutions to unemployment
In an interview with Arts and Culture, the former University of Botswana student who studied Animal Science, said unemployment topic was something that was always lingering in his mind. He said even though he saw opportunities everywhere and how...
Nnasaretha Kgamanyane
| 15 November 2019
Nako Timepieces hits first anniversary milestone
The brand’s genuine leather watches under, made for both men and women, have gained popularity both locally and internationally. One of the co-founders, Gabriel Mothibedi, told Arts & Culture that their brand recognition has gone from...
Nnasaretha Kgamanyane
| 15 November 2019
Bakgatla ba ga Mmanaana to host cultural fest
Performers on the day will include the award-winning Kgabosereto Traditional Group, Ba Ga Mmanaana Cultural Group, Mmamerwalo and many others. The performances will range from Setswana poetry, various traditional dances, four strings guitar,...
Mompati Tlhankane
| 15 November 2019
What of SONA, Mr President?
The Botswana Democratic Party’s (BDP) performance is a clear vote of confidence in Masisi’s leadership. Now to the task of governing, the President must and will have to use the State of the Nation Address (SONA) coupled with his newly...
Bakang Ntshingane 15 November 2019
IEC dismisses fabricated report
The press release circulating on social media on the alleged “flawed elections in the history of Botswana” carries fabricated argument aimed to tarnish the image of the country and that of the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC). The...
Correspondent 15 November 2019
Employers called upon to consider employees' mental health
Omphemetse Taunyane* a young employee started working for her company several years ago as a casual worker. Due to hard work and dedication, the young woman found herself securing a permanent position in her workplace. This was a dream come true for...
Nnasaretha Kgamanyane
| 15 November 2019
Lucara adopts AI to boost Karowe's security
Since its commissioning in 2012, Karowe has produced world famous diamonds such as Lesedi la Rona, the second biggest diamond ever discovered and Constellation, the highest selling rough diamond ever. Earlier this year, Karowe also produced the...
Mbongeni Mguni
| 15 November 2019
Transfer Duty exemption for mergers essential
Transfer duty is a tax payable by the acquirer of immovable property. The most notable improvements included exempting first-time residential property and undeveloped plot-owners from the duty. The said Amendment Act also increased the citizen...
Correspondent 15 November 2019
US offers Botswana help amidst global ‘coal-phobia'
Worldwide, major project funders such as the World Bank and International Monetary Fund as well as numerous large commercial banks have limited or stopped financing new coal projects in line with global commitments on reducing carbon emissions. In...
Mbongeni Mguni
| 15 November 2019
How Ntsuape committed his chilling crimes
The accused, Gobuamang Ntsuape, is facing one count of murder, five counts of attempted murder and two counts of arson. The incidents allegedly happened at Block 9 location in Francistown at the home of the parents of Ntsuape’s ex-girlfriend,...
Lebogang Mosikare
| 15 November 2019
Diabetes death rate a concern
The prevalence of chronic NCDs is said to be increasing at an alarming rate with deaths recorded every week. Princess Marina Hospital (PMH) Superintendent, Tshepo Machacha said this is a cause for concern when giving welcome remarks at this...
Pini Bothoko
| 15 November 2019
Land Rover Experience could promote cross-border tourism
The CEO said this can help the KAZA region improve its tourism product offerings. Rogge was speaking after the Botswana leg of the 2019 edition of the KAZA Land Rover Experience on Tuesday. The 2019 Land Rover Experience expedition is being...
Chakalisa Dube
| 15 November 2019
Bulawa eyes Francistown East?
With the 2019 general elections mood having dissipated, it is said that some UDC cadres are reportedly trying to replace Moseki who for 16 years tried to wrestle the constituency from the BDP without success. A high-ranking UDC official told Mmegi...
Lebogang Mosikare
| 15 November 2019
Salakae's petition cast doubt on IEC credibility
Salakae demands answers on why there was inconsistency in the matter. Salakae of Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) has petitioned the High Court about the outcome of the Ghanzi North constituency’s general elections results. He was voted...
Tsaone Basimanebotlhe
| 15 November 2019
Police move in to close Bushiri's church
This comes after the church was deregistered, albeit under mysterious circumstances in August this year. Apparently, the church was informed about the decision to de-register it on July 25, 2019 reportedly after failing to adhere to rules and...
Goitsemodimo Kaelo
| 15 November 2019
Court acquits attorney Leburu
Leburu was said to have, on or about June 13, 2016, at Gaborone, knowing that an Aston Martin vintage car of registration number ADL 1968, black in colour, may be required as evidence in a judicial proceeding, with intent thereby to prevent it from...
Goitsemodimo Kaelo
| 15 November 2019
Khama challenges DCEC investigator's credibility
Khama, in his latest supporting affidavit to Welheminah Maswabi’s urgent bail application, warned the court when dealing with the State’s evidence from Hubona saying his conduct of fabricating evidence was actually his personality and...
Oarabile Mosikare 15 November 2019
Butterfly's attorneys uncover State's alleged lies
Maswabi, a senior intelligence officer for the spy unit who is facing charges such as financing terrorism, has made an urgent application for bail following revelations that she was denied bail on false and fabricated evidence. “The evidence...
Oarabile Mosikare 15 November 2019
We must be resolute In dealing with racism
To be sure, we were on government duty. When the fourth police officer approached us, we politely protested and asked why we were being picked on so frequently. The police officer would tell us that his dog had taken interest in our luggage, which...
Kgosietsile Ngakaagae
| 15 November 2019
Dazed, defeated and picking up the pieces!
Big names within the political landscape could not retain their constituencies. A lot is usually said about candidates in the build-up to elections. But little about what happens when candidates lose their seats is said. Departure is not at all...
Thabo Masalila 15 November 2019
Moroko one ke wa eng?
Bolwetse jo, jwa nna bogale, ga lelwa thata ka jone. Go bona seemo se ntse jalo, puso ya ema ka dinao ya bo lwantsha ka ditsela tse di farologanyeng. Ntwa ya lowa. Fa go ntse go tsweletse, seemo sa bepa, ga tokafala. Fela go utlwala fa ntwa eo,...
Sebofo Motshwane 15 November 2019
Back page this week: BFA probes Rollers, Gilport match-fixing allegations
Imi Mokgethi 15 November 2019
Inside Page this week: Bakgatla ba ga Mmanaana to host Cultural Fest
Imi Mokgethi 15 November 2019
Inside Page this week: Judgement due for Lerala diamonds seized in Belgium
Imi Mokgethi 15 November 2019
Front page this week: Gaping appear in 'Butterfly' case
Imi Mokgethi 15 November 2019
Experts punch holes in 'Butterfly' case
Before any evidence could take hold against fingered high profile figures, gaping holes are already being punched through the case, raising eyebrows and even more questions as to whether charges against the accused, Directorate of Intelligence and...
Mpho Mokwape
| 15 November 2019
Judgement due for Lerala diamonds seized in Belgium
The liquidator, Kopanang Thekiso, acting on behalf of creditors who are reportedly owed about P30 million, filed the suit after suspecting the diamonds were taken away in order to keep them from the assets other creditors would be looking at in the...
Mbongeni Mguni
| 15 November 2019
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