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Parwe Hill Summer Fashion Shoot a success

The inaugural annual Parwe Hill Summer Fashion Shoot hosted by Bana Ba Pula Youth and Environmental Club was a success, this according to the organisation’s spokesperson Charles Tjivasera. The event was held last weekend in Mahalapye. Bana Ba Pula...

05 December 2016

BDP approached me but I refused-Kapinga

Opposition parties’ parliamentary candidate for Okavango in the 2019 general election Kenny Kapinga has revealed that the ruling BDP approached him while he was with the police service but that he refused to join their party. He assured Okavango...

05 December 2016

Nata residents to confront Kgamane

Concerned Nata residents have resolved to send a three-man delegation to Serowe to query Bangwato regent Sediegeng Kgamane’s handling of their chieftainship crisis. Kgamane was ordered by Director of Bogosi at Tribal headquarters to resolve Nata...

05 December 2016

Our journey to zero HIV deaths

As we commemorate World AIDS Day today (1 December), it is easy to forget how far Debswana has come since experiencing the alarming impact of HIV on its business just 20 years ago. The World Health Organisation estimates that in 2015, around 36...

05 December 2016

AIDS free generation in Botswana within our reach

2016 was a monumental year for Botswana.  Not only did Botswana celebrate 50 years of independence, it also made history with a move towards controlling the HIV epidemic through the adoption of a new and progressive treatment policy called “Treat...

05 December 2016

Botswana, Japan cement friendship in a royal party

It was an enchanting Thursday night.  Diplomats of all hues and colours mingled freely with Chiefs, Ministers, public officers, lawyers and the hoi polloi to celebrate the birthday of a foreign sovereign – Japan’s Emperor Akihito, who turns 83...

05 December 2016

Exams body swimming in a cesspool of rot

Like any other parastatal that has appeared before the Parliamentary oversight body for state enterprises, Botswana Examinations Council (BEC) is swimming in a cesspool of rot. BEC Executive Secretary Professor Brian Mokopakgosi this week admitted...

05 December 2016

Tourists arrivals surpass 2 million in 2016

The return on investment for the Botswana Travel and Tourism Expo, now in its fourth year may be starting to show, as tourist arrivals this year have already surpassed 2 million. This was said by Minister of Wildlife, Environment and Tourism,...

05 December 2016

Parastatals in the grip of graft

Abuse of power, corruption, maladministration, poor governance and abuse of money is very common in some of the state enterprises that are currently appearing before Parliamentary Committee on Statutory Bodies and State Enterprises. Ever since last...

05 December 2016

PSP political links exposed

Permanent Secretary to the President (PSP), Carter Morupisi is said to be causing an upset in Lerala-Maunatlala constituency as he cultivates and prepares his political path to replace area MP, Prince Maele. Maele who is also Minister of Land...

05 December 2016

A yummy taste of locally produced relish

Relish is a cooked or pickled product made of chopped vegetable (or fruit) that is often used as a condiment, to enhance a staple food. In our society, meat or gravy (soup) is often eaten as a relish. But a Motswana woman, Nkata Seleka, has created...

05 December 2016

Distinct hands-on service at the sophisticated and tranquil Mosha beauty spa

When you walk into Mosha Beauty and Slimming Spa, you immediately feel at peace. Mind you this is even before you even check-in to reception area for your booking. Looking around you can’t help but know in your gut that everything is exactly where...

05 December 2016

Robin them blind

I promised last week to cover the subject of the craziness of Christmas advertising in the UK and I try always to be true to my word.  So, in the immortal words of Listen With Mother ‘Are you sitting comfortable?  Then I’ll begin’. Once upon...

05 December 2016

Zest Mobile restaurant is Gabs’ answer to a zestful ‘out of the box’ eating experience

Mobile restaurants have gained popularity because of their convenience in line with the growing trend of global street food. I first enjoyed a mobile restaurant meal at a Johannesburg office precinct parking lot in 2014 and found it to be a unique...

05 December 2016

Shumba upbeat on coal price recovery

Shumba Energy, the forthcoming energy developer is upbeat that the international coal market will bounce back, led by biggest consumers such as China and East Asia. The company is currently at various stages of developing its coal assets in Botswana,...

05 December 2016

Food industry needs to be regulated – expert

Botswana Food Science Technology Association has called for a regulatory body to monitor foods sold in the market since some of them are not fit for human consumption. The association’s President Dr Minah Mosele said: “We need to regulate...

05 December 2016

PrimeTime pushes for SA retailers licensing

PrimeTime Property Holdings is working with government to secure licences for South African shops at the new Pilane Mall, managing director, Alexander Kelly has revealed. Kelly said their long-term view remains positive due to strong local demand....

05 December 2016

BHC turns the corner

Botswana Housing Corporation has sprung back to profitability for the six-months results to September 2016 as a result of cost cutting measures and impressive performance from income received from joint ventures. The state-owned BHC posted a...

05 December 2016

Zapata, Mafu in tactical warfare

The eagerly anticipated clash between BTC Premiership giants Gaborone United and Mochudi Center Chiefs at the National Stadium this Saturday is expected to be a tactical showdown between two foreign coaches. Both Zapata and Mafu come into the game...

05 December 2016

Phakalane Golf tourney donates P30 000 to charity

Botswana Golf teams recently donated P30 000 to Dinaletsana Development Centre at the 2016 Charity Golf Day at Phakalane Golf Estate in Gaborone. Dinaletsana is a centre that supports children with neuro-developmental conditions and delays. These...

05 December 2016

Stanbic Bank pump P3, 6 million into Popa

Stanbic Bank Botswana this week injected P3 600 000 into BTC premiership giants Township Rollers FC. The seven-figure deal is expected to cover three-seasons starting from 2016 until 2019. The sponsorship was officially unveiled at Stanbic Bank...

05 December 2016