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The details of Tshephang Mogale's untimely death have been revealed at her memorial service that she succumbed to multiple stab wounds.
The details of Tshephang Mogale's untimely death have been revealed at her memorial service that she succumbed to multiple stab wounds.
Eyeing growth: Bolokwe
BSE expects new listings

The Botswana Stock Exchange (BSE) says at least four companies have passed board resolutions to raise capital by equity listings, in moves that will boost activity on the local exchange.

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Offering advice: The IMF recommends the establishment of a full sovereign wealth fund in the country PIC: EASTASIAFORUM.COM

IMF throws its two cents into savings debate

The IMF recommends that Botswana transform the Pula Fund into a sovereign wealth fund that would be funded by a set commitment to budget surpluses and used to boost the country’s weakening savings. MBONGENI MGUNI reports

REMOVED FROM OFFICE: Dick Othusitse Tshepang. PIC FACEBOOK

BOKA SG suspended, removed from office

The Botswana Karate Association (BOKA) disciplinary commission has taken a decision to suspend secretary general, Dick Othusitse Tshepang and remove him from his position as secretary-general.

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Mamelodi appointed BFL chief executive

The Botswana Football League (BFL) has confirmed the appointment of Bennett Mamelodi as substantive chief executive.

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‘Banking sector key to economic transformation’

The banking sector and how it weighs risks and directs its lending is key to helping the private sector take the lead in the economy to drive export-oriented growth, one of the sector’s CEOs has said.

In the news: Batswana are in an uproar over whether this week’s unveiling was an elaborate ruse or the beginning of new things PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

The electric car debate and outrage: A reflection

This week the country’s fifth administration came chest-out claiming to have assembled the first locally made electric vehicles. While government officials was in high spirits at the “assembly plant” thousands of Batswana went online to bash the claims as an 11th hour election gimmick. Mmegi Staffer, Timothy Lewanika reflects on the claims and the debate that ensued

Cooling down: Fuel prices declined in September, but analysts are keenly watching the Middle East conflict which could escalate oil prices PIC.DRIVERTRAINER.ORG

Inflation slows to 1.5%

Annual inflation in September came in at 1.5% – its lowest level this year – down from 3.9% in August, helped by an average P1.27 drop in fuel prices during the month.

Nomlu Nail Bar Fairgrounds Branch has reopened its doors

Revamped Nomlu Nail Bar reopens

Nomlu Nail Bar Fairgrounds Branch has reopened its doors to customers. Speaking at the Nomlu Beauty Institute press briefing on last week Thursday in Gaborone, the director of Nomlu Nail Bar, Nomsa Lukashe said after months of meticulous planning, redesign, and rejuvenation, their spa was back better than ever.

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Oriental expression

It is the last month of the #iCANwin Bull Brand Mince Meals competition on our Facebook page, and we are looking for the best of the best. Therefore, just like my earlier sentiments, we also need to step it up in the kitchen and cook outside of our comfort zone. Full disclosure; I admit, It is not easy, but for such amazing prize monies at stake, all we ask for is a little effort. My tips are to; 1. Look up existing recipes and amend them by...

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