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Larona Makhaiza
  • We're still in the race – da Rosa

    With four matches played, Botswana sits third with six out of a possible 12. The Zebras trail joint leaders Algeria and Mozambique by three points with six games remaining.“We are very committed and we fight for the same target. Today we have six...

  • BOMAID cover to extend to girlfriends, mothers-in-law

    During the media roundtable seminar on Friday, Moraki Mokgosana, the managing director of BOMAID, stated that for quite some time, their medical aid has been restricting itself to nuclear families covering their spouses and children only.He expressed...

  • BOTEPCO to penalise unregistered teachers

    “Teachers who have not registered with BOTEPCO will be charged either P5, 000 or three-months imprisonment while the organisation will be charged P50, 000 or face 12 months’ imprisonment for hiring teachers that are not registered with BOTEPCO....

  • Elections date hot topic in Parly

    Opposition MPs complained that it is quite concerning and unfortunate that to date, people do not have the actual date as to when they will head to the polls. Following that, Kekgonegile tabled a clause suggesting that may the date be gazetted that...

  • Children sensitised about NCDs through book

    During the book launch this week, Kabotho who is the founder and director of Maranyane Medical Lab, stated it serves as a torch of hope for children in the Diaspora for them to finally acquire knowledge about such conditions. Kabotho stated the...

  • Ditshwanelo backs Masisi in Molapisi death sentence appeal

    Before jetting off to the United States of America (USA) on a working trip, the President revealed to the media that Molapisi had been sentenced to death by the Asian country. Masisi added that government would try and mediate the sentence in the...

  • Zakhem backs BFA's autonomy decision

    During a media briefing this week, Zakhem said the decision might be the solution to combat conflicts within the BFL.“This is something that we did not want to talk about but the BFA on Friday took a decision to recall the autonomy of the BFL after...

  • FA Cup delay aids Zebras' World Cup preparations

    He said this will accord the national team more time to prepare for the World Cup 2026 qualifiers. The final will be held at the Obed Itani Chilume Stadium and kick-off is at 3pm. Speaking at a press briefing this week, Mfolo stated that the Zebras...

  • BPL promises early start to season

    BFL chairperson, Nicholas Zakhem told a press briefing in Gaborone this morning that the season will commence earlier than in previous editions. “The past seasons have always started late like in October, but I want to state that the league will...

  • Miss Botswana glams up for homecoming

    The Miss Botswana management team has revealed that the ceremony will be a grand affair, complete with a planned motorcade. The road back to her roots on May 31 will bring to life Tutume main kgotla. Miss Botswana spokesperson Ambrociah Samboko told...

  • Dipetela lives off visual arts

    Born and bred in Mahalapye, Dipetela stated that visual art has been a part of his life since he was at a tender age.The 26-year-old recalled that as he continued maturing, he realised that he had something special. “I am a self-driven individual...

  • SADC condemns attacks on DRC, Tshisekedi

    SADC released a communique yesterday outlining that these attacks do not only disrupt DRC but hamper the national security of SADC countries as President of DRC Felix Tshisekedi was amongst the targets.“The Southern African Development Community...

  • SA truckers strike contained as Ramatlabama border reopens

    Earlier this morning, BURS released a statement informing the public to refrain from using the Ramatlabama Border Post.“The public is informed that the Ramatlabama Border Post is temporarily closed (May 21, 2024) until further notice. This is due...

  • Majama qualifies for World Under-20 Championships

    The biggest let down, however, was that local athletes fell short in booking their flight tickets to the much-anticipated Paris 2024 Olympics billed for July. The BAA had hoped more athletes would qualify for the prestigious competition especially...

  • Ex-Bafana Bafana star to launch book in Gaborone

    The celebrated football star announced Botswana as one of his destinations for the book launch on his social media platforms. He said through a video message: “Greetings Batswana, it's Bernard Parker here, former Bafana Bafana international,...

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