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SNAKE BITES AMONG TOP KILLERS

Snakebite venom has been placed on the list of neglected tropical diseases that should be given priority. Being in the World Health Organisation’s category A means that snakebites will now get more support, including funding, to assist those...

Rachel Raditsebe | 21 January 2019

Dr. Emily Shava explains the Antibody-Mediated Prevention (AMP) study

Enrolment is ongoing in the Antibody-Mediated Prevention (AMP) study. Tell us about that. What is AMP and how exactly does it work? AMP is a multicentre study being conducted in different countries by two global networks known as HIV Prevention...

DR Emily Shav 21 January 2019

The pain of endometriosis – making a diagnosis (Part 1)

In the previous installment of this essay, we described in detail why endometriosis happens, why one has the symptoms associated with it and the different types of symptoms that normally accompanies the diagnosis of endometriosis. In this section, we...

Vincent Molelekwa 21 January 2019

HAPPY YOGIC 2019! LASTLY ON YOGA AND RELATIONSHIPS

We are forever surrounded by immeasurable knowledge or counselling on how to behave or maintain good relationships. Usually this knowledge remains at the level of concepts because we are not given practical tools to actually move from “concept...

Pauline Sebina | 21 January 2019

LET’S PRIORITISE MENTAL HEALTH IN 2019

It’s a new year, the buzzing word is “goledzwa” or “ngwaga o mosha”. This period has a bearing on people’s mental health in various ways. Some are gearing up for the year ahead whilst others are stuck in the disappointments of the...

David Sydney Mangwegape | 21 January 2019

BNF’s prodigal son, Koosaletse is back

As 2019 is a year of the country’s General Elections, Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) aspiring parliamentary candidate for Kanye North Constituency, Otlaadisa Koosaletse advises Batswana to be serious with their votes and vote legislators who...

The MidweekSun Admin 21 January 2019

Batswana refuse to snitch

Batswana have poured cold water on Botswana Police Service’s (BPS) plea to help identify people alleged to have looted a liquor truck that was incapacitated at Gaborone West, near Rainbow School circle. Unidentified persons on the 15th December...

Neo Masanako 21 January 2019

U=U campaign packaging a headache for BHP, Ministry

While there is no denying the proven science that an HIV positive person whose HIV viral load cannot be detected cannot transmit it to an HIV negative person, it is how that message is packaged and delivered to the public that is proving to be a...

Rachel Raditsebe | 21 January 2019

BOCRIJA, Police run anti-piracy campaigns

Vendors in Gaborone selling pirated material from local artists will soon come face to face with law enforcement agencies as an ongoing campaign to cease the transgression continues. Botswana Criminal Justice Association (BOCRIJA) board member...

Yvonne Mooka 21 January 2019

Mobile operators look to digital inclusion

Mascom Chief Executive, Jose Couciero said they are looking into digital inclusion as the potential source of revenue growth because mobile subscription is no longer a major driver. Botswana has one of the highest records of mobile penetration in...

Keikantse Lesemela | 21 January 2019

Serving Bobonong with Bread

Having acquired business and marketing skills, a young man from Bobonong, Botsile Tshepo Moreba ventured into a Bakery business to serve the needs of Bobonong natives, contributing to the economic development as well as job creation in the...

Sun Reporter | 21 January 2019

BSE complies with reporting guidelines

Botswana Stock Exchange Limited (BSEL) has become the 5th bourse in Africa to comply and publish Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) reporting guidelines. The development comes a year after BSEL became a partner exchange of the United Nations...

Sun Reporter | 21 January 2019

Drilling recommence at Lesedi CBM

Tlou Energy has recommenced pod drilling production at its advanced Lesedi Coal Bed Methane project. According to a production report from the company this week, drilling of lateral wells at the Lesedi CBM project has recommenced. “Specialist...

Sun Reporter | 21 January 2019

Moluba wants a replica of previous success

Township Rollers influential midfielder, Edwin Moalosi confirmed his ambitions to help his team to repeat their run in the previous season to win both Botswana Telecommunication (BTC) Premiership league and the Mascom Top 8. Moluba as he is...

Tshepo Kehemile 21 January 2019

Lesh eyeing a return to big league

Two seasons ago, central midfielder Lesego Galenamothale was revered as one of the best players in the BTC premiership. Back then Galenamotlhale affectionately known as Lesh, was playing for the struggling Mochudi Centre Chiefs but his individual...

Sun Reporter | 21 January 2019

Making outstanding art through waste material

Following one’s vocational calling can be a tall order in a world that still believes that white-collar work is the only way to make a living. No one knows this better than 28-year-old Khumoyame Addam Ndove, who is a police officer by profession...

Keletso Thobega | 21 January 2019

BOMU awards go on…

The 10th annual Botswana Musicians Union (BOMU) awards will be held on 26 January 2019 at GICC. Revellers should expect performances from Lister Boleseng, Nono Siile, Perion, Slizer, Matheke Letane and Kwaito Nation among others. Tickets are said to...

Keletso Thobega | 21 January 2019

Splash will never be the same without Dan Tshanda

Pantsola and disco lovers were shocked to hear about the untimely death of Splash legend Dan Tshanda. The talented pantsola passed on aged 54 from a heart attack. Tshanda was the mastermind behind disco music and played a role in elevating the genre...

The MidweekSun Admin 21 January 2019

DJ Ms Daisy on the rise

Local DJ Keletso Kabomo (21) who goes by the stage name Ms Daisy, is slowly becoming a household name in the hip-hop decks fraternity as she is constantly booked to light up corporate events. Ms Daisy has performed locally but is also making a...

Tshepo Kehemile 21 January 2019

Tea time with yummy brownies and fudge

If you love brownies and fudge, why not combine the two? Mix up a pan of these exquisite brownies for any holiday or special gatherings...or just when you want to treat yourself to the ultimate chocolate dessert. CHOCOLATE FUDGE...

Faith Faith 21 January 2019