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Seeing green shoots: Cook

De Beers sees surprise jump in festive sales

De Beers CEO, Al Cook, says initial diamond sales over the key holiday season are proving surprisingly stronger than expected.

Magosi shared that he bid farewell to the former President Masisi PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

DIS knew the BDP would lose – Magosi

After a historic election that saw the Umbrella for Change (UDC) wrestling power from the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), the Director General (DG) of the Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS), Peter Magosi, claims the security organ had the intelligence and knew the BDP would lose power after a 58-year rule.

Setlhomo Tshwanelang. PIC KENNEDY RAMOKONE

Tshwanelang wins against CEDA

Whistleblower and social media influencer, Setlhomo Tshwanelang, will not be jailed for 30 days after emerging victorious in a legal battle against Citizen Entrepreneurial Development Agency (CEDA).

Ian Khama with his brothers Tshekedi and Anthony Khama. PIC IAN KHAMA FACEBOOK PAGE

'Still not safe for Tshekedi and Anthony'

Former president and now Kgosikgolo of Bangwato, Ian Khama, has implied that it is still not safe for his family despite the regime change after 58 years.

Remembered: Hermans in his earlier years

Quill Hermans: A lifetime of service

Quill Hermans, the architect behind the Pula currency, passed away recently. This week, leaders of the financial services gathered to remember him, his diligence and integrity, while sharing anecdotes such as how some Batswana initially wanted the Pula to be named “motokwane”. MBONGENI MGUNI writes

Sharing experiences: Dingake PIC: NEWSDAY

Navigating judicial independence and accountability

I bring you greetings from the Second Republic of Botswana.

Masisi and Kario. PIC KENNEDY RAMOKONE

BDP replaces top brass

Following the recent resignations that have rocked the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), the party has moved swiftly to replace the vacant positions with Dr Lemogang Kwape assuming one of the most critical positions in the Central Committee, the secretary-general.

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Sweet and sour

We had gift bags from some amazing sponsors, Garnier, Dark & Lovely and Tetley and starters from Danone; Pork Steamed Dumplings. All while celebrating our life with Graham Beck our bubbles partner for Womens Etiquette Brunch. I sought out a proper Sweet & Sour Chicken recipe for the occasion. Crispy chicken bites tossed in a blend of tangy and sweet flavours guaranteed to satisfy any cravings. To ensure a holistic experience with the food, I...

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