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Apparently it was a tender which allegedly did not follow procedure. Mmegi is reliably informed that transport used for the two shows cost P34,000 each. The VIP setup was allegedly penned at P250,000 and collectively artists performing at the two...

“We do not want to go into that theory. We have had instances where traditional doctors have offered to assist us, but we do not believe in these things,” he said. MP for Kanye South Abram Kesupile, who is also the chairman of PAC, had suggested...

Multitudes of aviation fanatics flocked the event.  Although Showtime could not confirm the exact number of this year’s attendance, the figures have been escalating over the years.  Last year a confirmed number of 5,000 people turned up for the...

The show, which is the brainchild of celebrated local comedian, Bafana Bobo Letsatsi, popularly known as Ribcracker, is normally held every Tuesday at Cresta President Hotel. The free entrance mini-shows, called ‘Tuesday Cracker Nights’, give a...

The accident happened around 4pm in what looked like a head-on collision following one of the vehicles experiencing a tyre burst. The accident involved a Toyota Land Cruiser, which was heading north and a Land Rover Discovery, going the opposite...

Repeat offence is becoming a trend. The media is awash with stories of alleged robbers or killers and rapists who when on bail are dragged back to court for committing similar crimes and then granted bail.  It has emerged that the problem is not...

The Village magistrate court yesterday heard that the two - Bampoloki Seeiso and Tumelo Tshukudu who were charged with the murder of Montshiwa December 29, 2015 are now free men. State Prosecutor, Ernest Mosate revealed this before Magistrate Gaone...

BMC has been a major sponsor of the meat festival since inception in 2013.  A press statement released Tuesday morning by BMC stated: “Botswana Meat Commission (BMC) would like to clarify to members of the public that it is not part nor sponsor...

The deal amounts to a whopping P500,000. On why they decided not to offer the Mmamongwato rapper the deal, ViB chief executive officer, Leeroy Monaheng said, “ViB has three sub- companies, if I could say that. We have Virgin Brew, ViB Mobile and...

Last week Monday, MYSC and BOT 50 slammed local promoters saying that they sometimes fail to pay artists, which is why some have not been included in the build-up celebrations. They, however, said that they are willing to discuss the matter with...

Held at Riley’s Hotel Showbiz is reliably informed that only four women turned up for the auditions.  This was confirmed by one of the judges, Botswana Council of Women (BCW) chairperson, Dorcus Thobega. She said: “Although this is  considered...

Manuana, with its rich heritage, proved to be a perfect venue for Botswana’s Culture Day on its 50th year of independence.  It was at Manyana where the fateful battle that gave birth to Botswana was fought. The infamous Battle of Dimawe in 1852,...

They said that they would disrupt build-up celebrations leading up to September 30, 2016. The artists and promoters, Botswana Musicians Union (BOMU) leadership as well patrons in the music industry congregated at the Gaborone West Community...

The event would be hosted under the theme ‘A united and proud nation through cultural activity’. The cultural festivities are expected to thrill attendees with a wide variety of traditional cuisine, song, dance, games and fashion among...

He has since exclusively told Showbiz that his latest album offering is due to be released mid-June. In an interview, Vee, born Odirile Sento, says he has not yet decided on the name of the album but did confirm that the album will have up to 10...