In the words of former UN secretary-general, Kofi Annan, “Corruption hurts the poor disproportionately diverting funds intended for development, undermining a government’s ability to provide basic services, and feeding inequality and...
Thats 4 years there about. Predominantly i use Nutriday Plain Yoghurt to make 2 ingredient dough, which is a super hack when it comes to bakes and an number of different breads. My love for 2i has grown in leaps and bounds over the years as we are...
This has seen fans at stadiums dwindle as some prefer to watch their favourite foreign teams. The situation was further exacerbated by internal squabbles within the local game which proved a big turn-off for the fans. But after a barren few seasons...
The flat farmland stretched endlessly, its alternating patches of green and gold creating a striking contrast before transitioning into a dramatic mountain range, a natural frame for nature’s masterpiece.A gentle breeze drifted across, offering not...
The one common denominator of all schools that rose from the ashes to become academic champions is that they were all led. Properly, courageously, and fearlessly ed. One is well aware that other people place emphasis on other factors. And that given...
The debate was sparked by some pictures, which went viral on social media of the President of Botswana, Duma Boko, seated next to his counterpart from Burkina Faso, Ibrahim Traore.President Traore who spotted military regalia as well as armed with a...
Corruption, which Transparency International defines as the “abuse of entrusted power for private gain” includes an element of subversion or illegitimate use of resources meant for a particular purpose to further another goal. It involves a...
It’s not our fault, right? Every gathering is an all-you-can-eat buffet, and calories magically become festive cheer! You know the drill: You promise yourself you won’t go overboard, but then Uncle Shakes brings his famous pounded goat meat...
For many, including myself, this ritual extends beyond self-improvement of culinary adventures and innovations in my meal preps. I want my kitchen to become a canvas for creativity, where I can really explore flavours and techniques that transform...
In 2019, the Botswana Football Association (BFA) under its technical director, Letsoaka Serame, embarked on a deliberate course to upskill local coaches. At the time, there were only three CAF A license holders being Phillimon Makwengwe, Ben Kgomela...
Where they intersected lacked any sense of precision, evoking the chaotic imagery of brakes slamming too late, skidding uncontrollably past a sharp turn. Hovering above it all was the ever-present yellow orb, dominating the upper corner of the...
Let us begin with the home environment.At home, the children are no longer spectators. They are very much hands-on. When returning to school, children expect to continue, of course within the parameters of school rules, their action packed way of...
Where they intersected lacked any sense of precision, evoking the chaotic imagery of brakes slamming too late, skidding uncontrollably past a sharp turn. Hovering above it all was the ever-present yellow orb, dominating the upper corner of the...
Stolen cattle are sold to fund the purchase of weapons and supplies and to recruit fighters. Rustling has grown in both scale and violence. And when perpetrated across national boundaries by actors such as Boko Haram, it demonstrates the terror-crime...
Now the writing is on the wall that a new sheriff in town is putting a high premium on addressing, with a sense of urgency and passion, the major roadblocks that have been inhibiting the provision of quality and relevant education in public schools....
All in the same breath, year-end fatigue has a proper choke hold me, but I am still grateful for the numerous opportunities that come up during this period, that ensure we stay busy. It’s 1am right now as I author this. I am up because of a few...
In fact, he doesn’t even know the owner of the land. His only fear is being evicted by the council authorities but this is an unfounded fear though. In a country where politicians have the final say in everything Ben is well aware that should the...
The year 2024 has been a gracious guest; the best of the lot since Botswana was given the freeway to self-rule way back in 1966. This year tasted the sweetest in terms of sporting achievements. No other can surpass the last 12 months as Botswana...
But as I gazed upon it, I saw a masterpiece. I saw grace in its curves, a defiant resilience in its knots. I imagined the storms it had withstood, and the sunsets it had silently admired. Its imperfections housed ingrained stories, and its scars...
We have seen this war going on not just in our battlefields, but also in the digital world, financial systems, and even within the minds of its people. Whether states, rogue groups, or individuals, 5GW actors exploit hacking, fake news, and...
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