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Pension funds lobbied to fund local infrastructure

As calls for pension fund to finance local infrastructure development continue to make echoes, asset managers argue that few bankable infrastructure projects are popping up.Speaking at the first-ever Botswana Infrastructure Investment (BII) Summit,...

26 February 2019

Kenewendo calls for tight tender system controls

Commenting on the budget allocation on Thursday, the Minister of Trade and Industry, Bogolo Kenewendo said the tender awarding committee should be made ad hock and anonymous to reduce corruption in the tender awarding system. “We need more...

26 February 2019

Karowe reports another exceptional diamond find

Karowe Diamond Mine this week recovered a 223 carats high white gem diamond, adding to the company’s perennial high quality diamond discoveries since beginning of the year. Eira Thomas, Chief Executive Officer of Lucara Diamond, the developers of...

26 February 2019

Manufacturers cautious with the African free trade area

Botswana Exporters Manufacturers Association has maintained that the recently signed African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) should not cripple the local industries. Mmantlha Sankoloba, the Association’s Chief Executive Officer said despite...

26 February 2019

Shareholders okay Cresta’s P260m deal

Shareholders of Cresta Marakanelo have overwhelmingly voted in favour of acquisition of several property assets around the country, which are expected to cut down on rental the company pays to landlords. Present at the meeting were shareholders who...

26 February 2019

Black Peril taunts big prey

Black Peril made a blazing debut in their first game in the eagerly anticipated Orange FA Cup. After beating Mogoditshane Fighters 5-1 at Tlokweng VDC Grounds, the Tlokweng outfit or Mochacho as they are known, have sent a stern and chilling warning...

26 February 2019

German expert starts work at Lekidi

The Botswana Football Association (BFA) this week officially unveiled the long awaited German technical expert, Dr. Carolin Bruan, who is expected to be in Botswana for two years. Dr. Bruan is highly skilled in matters of sports, including...

26 February 2019

Tsotso’s talent being stifled – Kowa

Former Botswana Football Association (BFA) Technical Director, Matshidiso Kowa, credited for developing Zebras midfielder Mogakolodi Ngele, one of the greatest football exports Botswana has ever produced, did not mince his words in a recent interview...

26 February 2019

Hot seat vacant

The search is now on for the next Zebras coach after the Botswana Football Association (BFA) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mfolo Mfolo confirmed that they have since parted ways with the veteran tactician, Major David Bright. Bright was reportedly...

26 February 2019

CMB directors, Lekalake face criminal charges

The first session of the final creditors’ liquidation meeting of Capital Management Botswana (CMB) adjourned last Thursday to April with the High Court Master, Chipo Gaobatwe ruling that CMB directors are in contempt of court. When wrapping up,...

26 February 2019

Is multi-level marketing profitable

If the title confuses you, think Tupperware, think AmWay. This form of marketing is also known as network marketing. In my opinion, this is the most natural form of marketing that has unfortunately been exploited by many pyramid schemes. In fact, a...

26 February 2019

Lessons from Isaac Kgosi’s fall

The rise and inevitable fall from grace of former DIS Director General, Isaac Kgosi, can be attributed solely to his handler, former President, Ian Khama. In the fog of power, Khama just lost control of Kgosi. By the time the fog cleared, Kgosi had...

26 February 2019

New private medical facility billed for Francistown

A modern private medical facility is set to be built in Francistown, thanks to Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry’s efforts to attract foreign investors to Botswana. Minister Bogolo Kenewendo told parliament that the fruits of their...

26 February 2019

Plastic manufacturers enlist UK consultants to fight plastic ban

Parliament has approved a motion to reconsider its decision to ban plastic bags and introduce the plastic levy policy. Presenting the motion on Friday, Member of Parliament for Gaborone North Haskins Nkaigwa said the standard of plastic carrier bags...

26 February 2019

BOSETU calls for National Education Pitso

Botswana Sectors of Educators Trade Union (BOSETU) have called for a ‘National Educational Pitso’ to address issues that lead to poor final examination results in the country. BOSETU blames the declining performance results of Botswana General...

26 February 2019

UB hosts major conference on race, identity and globalisation

The University of Botswana is hosting an international conference on ‘race, identity and globalisation in Southern Africa and beyond’ today (February 22nd) and tommorrow at the Library Auditorium. It is a collaboration between the Department of...

26 February 2019

Guma’s company URB placed under judical management

Businessman and Member of Parliament for Tati East Samson Moyo Guma, has successfully managed to place under Provisional Judicial Management his United Refineries Botswana Holdings (URB) – a cooking oil manufacturing plant in Francistown. Guma’s...

26 February 2019

Civil servant paid half a million Pula for not doing any work

Member of Parliament for Selibe Phikwe West Dithapelo Koorapetse has accused Permanent Secretary in the minisrty of Employment, Labour Productivity and Skills Development Pearl Ramokoka of being a ‘bully’. The clearly agitated MP asked Minister...

26 February 2019

The big HIV debate

“HIV exposure” is the term commonly used to refer to the prosecuting of HIV exposure in the courts of law. HIV Scotland an advocacy organisation for people living with HIV and AIDS in the UK explains that Scotland is unique in that it is the only...

26 February 2019

BQA reduceS fees for youth entrepreneurs

As part of efforts to cushion budding entrepreneurs, Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA) has halved its fees for youth applicants. The development comes after fees amendment regulations announced this month, repealing the Authority’s June...

Andrew Maramwidze | 26 February 2019

Spotlight beams on infrastructure financing

Public and private sector stakeholders are billed to convene and examine traditional and alternative sources of financing the country’s infrastructure needs. Organisers of the inaugural infrastructure and asset owners’ forum slated for this...

Andrew Maramwidze | 26 February 2019

Government struggles with project implementation

Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry, Bogolo Kenewendo said government should look at the implementation exercise to develop the economy. There are many good policies and initiatives by the government that are not implemented while in many...

Keikantse Lesemela | 26 February 2019

Savannah Fund chief inspires local entrepreneurs

American internet entrepreneur, Paul Bragiel has challenged local entrepreneurs to aggressively pursue their dreams. “Real entrepreneurs do not give up,” said Bragiel addressing technology driven entrepreneurs in Gaborone last week. Bragiel...

Andrew Maramwidze | 26 February 2019

Tony Elumelu Foundation partners with state owned enterprises

Botswana Investment and Trade Centre (BITC), Citizen Entrepreneurial Development Agency (CEDA), the Local Enterprise Authority (LEA) through the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) have partnered with the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF)...

Tlotlo Mbazo | 26 February 2019

Fashion business uplifts Monamati

The love of fashion and clothing turned the young fashion designer, Dimpho Monamati into a successful entrepreneur after she struggled to go to school due to lack of funds and a job. Her company, Dandy DIY Designs specializes in tailoring...

Keikantse Lesemela | 26 February 2019

NATO OFF THE 'HOOF'

Township Rollers star defensive midfielder Ofentse Nato can now breathe a sigh of relief after stock theft charges laid against him were dropped at the Mogobane Customary court yesterday. The former Zebras player was accused of stealing the small...

Sun Reporter | 26 February 2019

FITNESS OF NATIONAL RUGBY PLAYERS QUESTIONED

The Botswana Rugby Union (BRU) has raised concern over the fitness level and conditioning of national team players. The Vultures have been in decline at continental level recently, losing to their rival with embarrassing margins. During the BRU...

Sun Reporter | 26 February 2019

MALOPE CYCLING CHALLENGE RIDES ON KANYE TERRAIN

The 2019 edition of the Kgosi Malope II cycling challenge organised by Tsosa Motse (NGO) and the technical partner, Cycle 4 Life will be held in Kanye this weekend. It is the most exciting and yet toughest road race in Botswana, positioned to be a...

Sun Reporter | 26 February 2019

Boko lied – Mangole BMD could work with AP – Pilane

Botswana Movement for Democracy (BMD) has disparaged Umbrella for Democratic (UDC) President Duma Boko’s utterances in which he suggested that BMD must sort out their differences before thinking of retracing their steps back to the opposition...

Tshepo Kehemile 26 February 2019

BEWARE SEX PESTS

Women In News, an international organisation that aims at empowering female journalists to work hard in their profession is tackling sexual harassment in the workplace. Female journalists that are members of WIN had their annual national gathering...

Yvonne Mooka 26 February 2019

Let’s talk sex with Mr & Mrs Feels

The newly unveiled Mrs Feels, Sadi Dikgaka wants women to be bold and stop shying away from talking openly with their partners about sexual health and wellness issues. The media personality and Flavour Dome presenter as well as Oscar Gobusamang...

Sun Reporter | 26 February 2019

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