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Friday, February 03, 2023

As the Forbes Under 30 Summit Africa returns to home soil in April for a second bite, Arts & Culture staffer, SHARON MATHALA caught up with one of last year’s delegates to find out how the Summit helped elevate his career

Sharon Mathala | 03 February 2023

Dike’s participation at the Forbes Under 30 Summit Africa is paying dividends

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Bantu Gold dresses celebrities

Local creative fashion house, Bantu Gold continues to see its star shine brightest ever since it won the Fashion Without Borders Botswana competition and secured the Mr Price internship last year.

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 03 February 2023

Mosoboloko publishes poetry book

One of the most versatile local artists, Ditshupo Mosoboloko has dropped a poetry book dubbed, MAROPE A GA MMANGWAO, which consists of 24 poems all written in Setswana.

Larona Makhaiza | 03 February 2023

Prince Tom to stage ‘Oshima’ exhibition

One of the country’s talented fine artists, Prince Tom is starting the year on a high note.

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 03 February 2023

Erasmus in Bulgaria for MRS Universe

Reigning MRS Botswana queen, Boipelo Erasmus has left for Bulgaria where she will compete against more than 100 fellow queens from across the world for the MRS Universe title.

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 03 February 2023

Noble idea: Super League Legends are on a fundraising drive PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Masisi pledges Rolex watch for legends’ raffle

Super League Legends, a group made up of former players, is on a fundraising drive to address the challenges faced by elite league players after retirement.

Kabelo Boranabi | 03 February 2023

Over the coals: Tshireletso was suspended for a doping violation

Suspended athlete's claim shocks doping agency

Confusion surrounds local long jumper Thalosang Tshireletso's doping case. Tshireletso was suspended last year for violating anti-doping rules.

Calistus Kolantsho | 03 February 2023

Top of the world: TAFIC have started the season well

TAFIC vows to continue winning streak

FRANCISTOWN: After a flying start, former Botswana Premier League (BPL) side, TAFIC has vowed to maintain the rich vein of form in the Debswana First Division North league.

Lebogang Mosikare | 03 February 2023

Game changer: Bokhutlo is blessed with dribbling skills PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

Nare tells star to play ‘business football’

Mochudi Centre Chiefs coach, Daniel ‘Chico’ Nare is satisfied with the output of sprightly attacking midfielder, Goitseone Bokhutlo but believes the player should focus more on ‘business football.’ Bokhutlo, who turned out for Notwane last season, is now spearheading Chiefs’ bid to return to the Premier League.

Mqondisi Dube | 03 February 2023

Not interested: Zakhem says he will not run for BFA presidency PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE

Zakhem not keen on BFA presidency

Gaborone United (GU) director, Nicholas Zakhem says he has no intention of challenging for the Botswana Football Association (BFA) presidency.

Mqondisi Dube | 03 February 2023

Late withdrawals hit softball qualifiers

Calistus Kolantsho | 03 February 2023

Rollers beat Galaxy in Mbatshi race

Kabelo Boranabi | 03 February 2023

Junior chess players ready to checkmate

Calistus Kolantsho | 03 February 2023

African spy chiefs deliberate on security matters

Sharon Mathala | 03 February 2023

Kopong murder accused await bail verdict

Larona Makhaiza | 03 February 2023

Kopong murder accused PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

Kopong murder accused interfers with witnesses

New evidence has since emerged that the third accused in the Kopong murder trial, Outlwile Aston is interfering with witnesses.

UB employees down tools on Monday

Following failure to settle a remuneration dispute relating to the 2022–2023 salary increment, the University of Botswana Academic and Support Staff Union (UBASSU) has resolved to go on strike.

Ian Khama and Mokgweetsi Masisi during their happier time PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Stop fueling hatred between us- Masisi

If what President Mokgweetsi Masisi said over the weekend in Shoshong about former president Ian Khama is anything to go by, the two could smoke the peace pipe soon provided both parties are willing.

Forbes Under 30 PIC: BWGOVERNMENTFACEBOOKPAGE

Forbes Under 30 returns to Botswana

After debuting last year, the Forbes Under 30 Summit returns to Botswana for a second round with Gaborone set to play host from April 23–26, 2023.

'Accidental death' as brother shoots sister

Jwaneng police are investigating a tragic and fatal accident in which a 17-year-old boy accidentally shot his 24-year-old sister.

After careful consideration of recent events in our politics, I have decided to make the hard and difficult decision to part ways with my comrades as the party is now being used in personal reconciliation negotiations and essentially being sold to the highest bidder for personal interest.” Meanwhile, another cadre Foster Seretse has also resigned from the party with immediate effect.

Son (31) attacks 79 aged mother

A fight between step father and step son has landed a 79-year-old woman of Botshabelo ward, Sese Village in hospital.

ATM safety tips to help you keep your money safe

Notwithstanding, it is highly imperative to be vigilant at one’s physical location which are Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs) to further bolster one’s banking safety and security.Securing your informationSecurity experts recommend never writing down your ATM PIN. Instead, if you’re having problems remembering your current PIN number, think of one that you won’t forget (like a particular/significant date in your life) in the likes of your...

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Zakhem not keen on BFA presidency

Late withdrawals hit softball qualifiers

Softball team battle-ready

Rollers beat Galaxy in Mbatshi race

Junior chess players ready to checkmate

African spy chiefs deliberate on security matters

Kopong murder accused await bail verdict

Kopong murder accused interfers with witnesses

UB employees down tools on Monday

Stop fueling hatred between us- Masisi

Forbes Under 30 returns to Botswana

'Accidental death' as brother shoots sister

VP Lesang, Seretse dump BPF

Son (31) attacks 79 aged mother

ATM safety tips to help you keep your money safe