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Lesedi Mkhutshwa
  • Sun exposure isn’t harmful, but high temperatures are

    According to Kenneth Photlokwe, an MSc in Medicine student at Wits University, South Africa and local health columnist, because the human body requires Vitamin D, being outside in the sun is not always detrimental.He says research has shown that a...

  • Healed by art from melancholy

    Baliki, who was born into a family of seven from Mathangwane, told Arts&Culture that art has come as a rescue to her.That was when she was feeling hopeless and on the verge of committing suicide.She says art saved her life during a trying period when...

  • Mapetla's legacy lives on – Dato Seito

    He was laid to rest yesterday (Sunday). The hitmaker lost his life in a tragic car accident last Sunday, a week before his funeral. Speaking at the funeral, Mapetla’s little sister, Katlego Ntirang, known as Dato Seito in the music circles, pledged...

  • Farewell to the queen that raised an Olympic medalist

    Gakenaope, 89, is credited for her significant impact on the athelete's personal and professional development. She raised and took care of Nigel in the dusty Chilindi Ward of Marobela Village after his mother passed away in 1999 when he was just...

  • Pig bestiality suspect released from police custody

    The man will appear in court once the investigation on the matter is complete, Mmegi has learnt. The alleged bestiality incident is said to have occurred at Phase II farm on Tuesday at mid-day, but reported to the police a few hours later. According...

  • African Yard back with banging love song

    Mabala a kgaka, a recently released single by African Yard is expected to light up the music scene with its uniqueness and intense Afro house beats. In this banging love song, the music band from Mahalapye worked with the amazing all-round creative...

  • Self-inspired visual artist making waves

    His journey into the world of visual arts has been an adventure of self-discovery and growth leading to the creation of beautiful artworks that have earned him acclaim and a living.The talented artist hopes to inspire others with similar talent to...

  • SickO’s interactive graffiti creates magic

    Graffiti art, also referred to as street art by some, is the general term used to describe the majority of public artwork, which consists of spray-painted murals, writings, or drawings on walls, buildings, or the streets.Graffiti is gradually gaining...

  • Pedalling through the wilds of Ngangane Game Reserve

    Cycling in the wilderness is not commonplace in Botswana but is considered to be one of the greatest ways of experiencing the natural outdoors and exploring the incomparable beauty and breathtaking scenery of wild animals and different...

  • Khwee cllr dies in car crash

    His death was confirmed by Botswana National Front’s (BNF) secretary-general Ketlhalefile Motshegwa in an interview with The Monitor.The BNF is a contracting partner in the UDC. Molodi served as a council member for Khwee ward in the Boteti East...

  • No arrests in Selolwe JSS 'space cookies' saga

    In a recent interview with The Monitor, Kesupile said investigations into the matter are ongoing to determine what exactly transpired. He indicated that it was reported that the space cookies were brought in by one student from home.Kesupile further...

  • Weevil attack forces FCC to dump sorghum bags

    At the time, Mmegi sources also revealed that the weevil attack led to shortage of sorghum in primary schools the following week across the city following the attack by the insects and disposal of contaminated bags. The shortage of food forced...

  • F’town Book Festival draws 50 authors

    The event, which will be held at the City of Francistown Council (COFC) Civic Centre is, planned to revive the love of reading in the northern part of the country.Event founder, Dr Paula Otukile said the Festival will draw writers from the United...

  • Ngangane Game Reserve employs over 200 locals

    In an interview with BusinessMonitor, the game reserve manager, Henry Kangootui, said the business employs over 200 locals, of which 75 are permanent while the rest are casual workers and come in seasonally. He added that the Ngangane hotel employs...

  • Dikoloti calls for intervention on PMTCT

    Dikoloti was speaking during the official opening of the 23rd Team TB/HIV annual meeting, which was attended by more than 300 delegates from every District Health Management Team (DHMT) across the nation. In his address, Dikoloti said there are...

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