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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...

Correspondent 02 December 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...

Correspondent 02 December 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....

Cavin Kanoko | 02 December 2019

SA Gov't 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...

Staff Writer 02 December 2019

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...

Pini Bothoko | 02 December 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...

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 02 December 2019

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...

Lebogang Mosikare | 02 December 2019

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...

Pini Bothoko | 02 December 2019

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...

Pini Bothoko | 02 December 2019

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...

Innocent Selatlhwa | 02 December 2019

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...

Innocent Selatlhwa | 02 December 2019

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...

Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | 02 December 2019

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...

Lesego Nswahu Nchunga | 02 December 2019

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...

Jeff Ramsay | 02 December 2019

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 and in application. Ok, so let me attempt this. Training and development,...

Shameela Winston | 02 December 2019

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...

Kealeboga Ngwigwa | 02 December 2019

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...

Ashley Thaba | 02 December 2019

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...

Thulaganyo Jankie 02 December 2019

Ga nke e bapa le dithotse

Selefu 02 December 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...

Monitor Editor 02 December 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...

Staff Writer 02 December 2019

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...

Correspondent 02 December 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...

Boitumelo Khutsafalo | 02 December 2019

GU's 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...

Goitsemodimo Kaelo | 02 December 2019

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...

Koketso Kgoboge 02 December 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...

Kabelo Boranabi | 02 December 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...

Goitsemodimo Kaelo | 02 December 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...

Lesedi Mkhutshwa | 02 December 2019

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...

Staff Writer 02 December 2019

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...

Pauline Dikuelo | 02 December 2019

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...

Staff Writer 02 December 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...

Pauline Dikuelo | 02 December 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...

Mompati Tlhankane | 02 December 2019