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Larona Makhaiza
  • Botswana records 7,512 teen pregnancies under a decade

    This was revealed this week by Health minister, Dr Edwin Dikoloti when responding to a question from Mahalapye West MP, David Tshere, who had asked about the status of early unintended pregnancies amongst girls under the age of 18. Tshere also wanted...

  • Unemployment hot topic in Parly

    In a recent response, it was revealed that exactly 275,160 people are unemployed.The issue came to the fore this week when the Minister of Finance, Peggy Serame, had to disclose that a staggering number of 275,160 people are unemployed shortly after...

  • ‘Constant leadership shakeups hamper tourism growth’

    CEO of the tourism body, Lily Rakorong highlighted how these changes have been a great impediment to the progress and growth of the sector during the key updates and insights by HATAB to the public. She singled out of the recent appointment of the...

  • UB is broke, salaries delayed

    As financial challenges continue to take a toll on the higher institution of education, UB yesterday through a communiqué addressed to all of its employees indicated that the delay in the disbursement of their salaries is due to financial...

  • A walk for a good course

    Nkawana plans to advocate for mental health by staging a ‘1 200km Mental Health Walk’.The walk is set to kick-start in Gantsi to Gaborone via Francistown from May 1 to June 16. The talented artist told Arts &Culture this week that he has realised...

  • Zakhem on genesis of BFL fallout

    He said one of the main issues that gave birth to the persistent brawl, included BFL's desire to have its own offices away from the Lekidi Football Centre. Briefing the media at Lekidi Centre this week, Zakhem said before the 2023-2024 season,...

  • Captaincy controversy at GU

    In last week's Premier League game, Mothusi Johnson, who has been the vice-captain to Kgaswane, captained the side against Maitaoka.Kgaswane was part of the playing squad but was not handed the armband. This raised eyebrows with questions as to...

  • Kearoma back with a banging single

    Her fans have eagerly waited for new music from her and the new single does not disappoint, showcasing Rantao’s signature style and vocal prowess.Rantao, who is also the owner of Africa Meropa Records stated that she was more than elated to share...

  • Piro explains Ramogapi's omission from first 11

    Ramogapi, who is turning into a fan favourite, is not yet a regular starter in Moloi's first 11. The youngster stole the hearts of GU fans as he was brought into the game after the break during the weekend's league encounter against...

  • Zakhem accuses Rakgare of meddling

    Zakhem made the accusation during a media briefing called by the BFL this morning to update on issues affecting the league body. He said progress in football has been hampered by external factors with Rakgare being a part of the issues.“Yes, the...

  • 'Rabeisane' testimony crucial in Tsametse's guilty verdict

    Judge Modiri Letsididi delivered the verdict on Thursday following a thorough trial that examined Rabeisane's evidence.The traditional doctor testified that Tsametse appeared visibly distraught and pleaded for assistance with cleansing to throw...

  • Resurgent GU roll past Masitaoka

    Before the win against Masitaoka and Nico United in the midweek, the Reds had a string of disappointing results in the league and had gone four games without registering a win. Head coach, Pontsho ‘Piro’ Moloi, believes that the recent results...

  • Morapedi bets on history to win league title

    Morapedi said this in a post match interview on Friday night after his side secured an emphatic 3-1 win against Police XI. He stated that they have what it takes to win the title. Rollers occupied the summit of the league table on Friday night only...

  • Lawyer withdrawn from child rape case

    The trio, Samuel Selolwane aged 58, mother of the victim and her acquaintance, appeared before the Broadhurst Magistrate’s Court today where they presented their case to have their defence attorney, Obonye Jonas recused from the case. They argued...

  • Mahalapye prison break quartet still at large

    So far, Botswana Prison Service (BPS) has not been able to recapture the men; Last Ndlovu (27), Thabani Moyo (36), Abraham Sibanda (26) and Godfrey Moyo (29). In an interview with Mmegi Online, Oagile Kojane, senior superintendent and Public...

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