These are the same controversial corruption dockets which led to the raid and sealing off of the offices of the then DCEC DG, Tymon Katlholo and his eventual suspension last year. German was investigating top echelons of the public service and his office was custodian of files which could have led to the possible prosecution of Magosi, Peloetletse and Pilane.

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As it is now turning into a trend to see BOSETU at loggerheads with many entities regarding allegations of ill treatment or maladministration of its members, the union has now taken on BIUST as it feels that the university had no reason to suspend the steward. Speaking at a media briefing on Wednesday this week at the BOSETU House, secretary-general (SG) Tobokani Rari bemoaned the state of labour relations and allegations of maladministration at BIUST. 'The BIUST leadership has not changed its mindset like the Reset Agenda says and our people at BIUST are experiencing abuse, intimidation and they are being excluded in everything they do as the university does not want to include unions in everything,' declared the worried SG.

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Now, there is another new entrant in the country's political landscape, the Botswana Labour Party (BLP). Details surrounding the formation of the party are still shrouded in secrecy and controversy, but sources say its launch is imminent.It is common cause that the party founders are former Botswana National Front (BNF) members who feel there is no longer a place for them under the BNF led by Duma Boko.

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The chairperson of Men's Conference Committee Loatile Seboni says the club decided to host the conference because they wanted to create an environment where men could freely express themselves and discuss issues that affect men on a daily basis.She further said Botswana did not have a history of violence but nowadays not a day passes without seeing and hearing about cases of violence in the media as in radio bulletins, newspaper articles.

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Police are trying to piece together information to establish what the 17-year-old boy, who was an off-campus student, was doing in the campus that early in the morning.Central Police Station commander, Superintendent Mothusi Phadi told The Monitor they received the report at around 4am on Saturday, then rushed to the university, and took the deceased to Princess Marina Hospital where the doctors certified the boy dead on arrival.

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When briefing the Swiss President Alain Berset on Wednesday this week, he said some of the factors that they had considered are ease of staff availability in collaboration with main partners for example University of Botswana, Botswana –Baylor children's Clinical Centre for Excellence, building on COVID-19 momentum, the readiness of key inter-dependencies for example, in theatre and pressure in the public sector (congestion and unfavourable outcomes). He further added that for the long term, the hospital is envisaged to be a centre of excellence for certain services including a comprehensive cancer centre, critical care centre, cardiovascular centre, trauma and burn centre, renal and organ transplant centre and ophthalmology centre.

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In an interview with Mmegi this week LEGABIBO CEO Thato Moruti said they remain resolute in the decisions by the courts declaring the unconstitutionality of section 164 (a) and (c) on November 29th, 2021. Those sections prohibited anal sex. Moruti had therefore called on to legislators not take decisions that would second-guess the courts. Furthermore, Moruti advised the church and the general public that they do not support nor condone any indoctrination of children. He explained that they offered services to individuals above the ages of 18, which is the age of majority in Botswana.

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According to the initial case management report, the relatives are not willing to settle their matter out of court or even agree on settlement talks. The President's relatives are at war with each over the half-a-billion-pula water tender.

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This makes Quali-Med Lab the fourth private laboratory among the 14 in Botswana of which the majority are government-ran laboratories. According to SADCAS CEO Eve Gadzikwa, Quali-Med Laboratories was accredited to international standards for three scopes namely laboratory clinical chemistry, haematology, and serology. It has also been granted the unique accreditation number MED 135 indicating that Quali-Med Laboratories is now an internationally recognised medical testing lab. She explained that the Quali-Med Laboratories accreditation certificate was issued on April 24.

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The team enters the scene when the race for honours is expected to be a tight affair. The playoff spot has been scrapped and one team will automatically secure promotion to the elite league. There are household names in the second-tier league including Mochudi Centre Chiefs, Notwane and Uniao Flamengo Santos. Extension Gunners, Prisons XI and Mogoditshane Fighters' drop will intensify the competition in the league.

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Led by former president Ian Khama, as its patron the party initially gained traction as a stronghold for Khama's supporters, with party merchandise prominently featuring his image. However, as the party celebrates its fourth anniversary this month, it finds itself embroiled in internal conflicts rather than rejoicing over its successes. The BPF had hoped to celebrate a victory in the Serowe West constituency, but the battle for leadership between Ian Khama and supposedly suspended President Biggie Butale has overshadowed any potential triumph.

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Butale's vessel did not go down like the mighty Titanic and there was no iceberg. His enemies have been plotting their various machinations, setting traps and some sort of Bermuda Triangles of their own to finally vanquish him off ‘their' party once and for all. Of course, this was not a myth and they could not just simply remove Butale because they felt like it, the man was democratically elected into the position. With countless court victories against them, Butale's rival faction had to navigate the water and steady the sea.

https://www.mmegi.bw/news/route-taken-to-finally-oust-unshaken-butale/news

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The major factors facing the industry in the second half of the year are high inventory levels of polished diamonds in the midstream, which affects demand for rough diamonds, as well as ongoing global economic uncertainties, particularly in major markets such as the United States. The US Federal Reserve raised interest rates to a 22-year high last week, further pressuring consumers in a market that accounts for about 54% of the diamond jewellery market.

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The duo had a successful run in hunting, taking down an impala and a springbok. However, their fortune took a turn for the worse when one of them accidentally fired a rifle, hitting his partner in the buttocks. With no choice but to face the consequences, the two men decided to come clean and report the poaching activity to the police. As a result, one ended up behind bars, while the other was left recovering in a hospital bed under police supervision. Tlokweng Police Station commander, Superintendent Unoziba Rari, confirmed that they received the report on Saturday at around 9pm from the suspect.

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However, the main contributor to this surplus is the underutilisation of the development budget across various ministries, the latest data from the Finance ministry shows. While higher-than-expected mineral revenues did contribute to the modest surplus for the year, fiscal authorities are particularly concerned about the persistent issue of underspending, despite multiple efforts to enhance project implementation.

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Giving an overview of the highly anticipated deliberations, WHO regional representative to Botswana, Dr Josephine Namboze said during a media induction meeting that most of the African countries are yet to show potential in approving their respective digital health technologies that would seek to transform their respective healthcare deliveries. These include ways to harness innovation to improve health outcome and strengthen health information systems. She said in 2020, the 70th session adopted the strategy for scaling up health innovations in the WHO African region and a progress report on the implementation of the strategy for scaling up health innovations in Africa will be presented to member states with the aim to further discuss their digital health technologies.

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The traditional rainfall forecast issued by SADC's Southern Africa Climate Outlook Forum (SARCOF) around this time of year, is likely to be delayed this year, but local experts aren't waiting. The Department of Meteorological Services plans to issue its own country forecast by the end of the month and there appears to be some sense of urgency to the matter. All available datasets suggest that El Niño, the climate phenomenon hated and dreaded in equal parts in Botswana and the region, is set to rear its ugly head this season, since the mayhem it caused in 2015–2016.

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KABELO BORANABICorrespondentLocal champions, Jwaneng Galaxy and Gaborone United (GU) find themselves away from home this weekend as they seek advancement in the CAF inter-club competitions. The two teams face differing circumstances, as Galaxy are poised | 4 h ago KABELO BORANABICorrespondentLocal champions, Jwaneng Galaxy and Gaborone United (GU) find themselves away from home this weekend as they seek advancement in the CAF inter-club competitions. The two teams face differing circumstances, as Galaxy are poised | 4 h ago KABELO BORANABICorrespondentLocal champions, Jwaneng Galaxy and Gaborone United (GU) find themselves away from home this weekend as they seek advancement in the CAF inter-club competitions.

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Palapye Member of Parliament (MP), Oneetse Ramogapi didn't mince his words when taking a swipe at the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP). Ramogapi made the remarks during a star rally following the 59th national council of the BDP, which took place in his 'backyard'. The BDP descended upon Palapye over weekend for its highly-anticipated special congress and national council. Taking the stage, Ramogapi invited journalists to investigate the area where the BDP had held its weekend event, asserting that there was a significant amount of 'litter' and discarded condoms.

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On the campaign trail leading to the 2019 General Election, President Masisi promised to transform the economy of the country, create jobs on a large scale and run an inclusive government. But four years into his presidency, there is a swelling narrative that he has failed to chart a new path of development for the country. Masisi's detractors, especially in the opposition ranks, have denounced him as a man who deploys flowery rhetoric while falling short on delivery on his promises. In the main, he has been accused of running a "corrupt and less inclusive" government.

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Madibela Tlhopho is an arrangement endorsed by the UDC national executive committee (NEC) and has been presenting itself as the angels of the electoral system despite being painted as hooligans following their clash with armed security during a by-election in Serowe West constituency in July. Masisi, who was speaking at the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) national council and extra-ordinary congress in Palapye recently, said they do not condone lawlessness. 'BDP {Botswana Democratic Party} members should behave themselves.

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According to documents seen by this publication, attorneys Kago Mokotedi and Joram Matomela legal bills thus far stand at over P300,000. As if that is not enough, through a notice of demand for security of costs, the BPF, its national executive committee (NEC) and Mephato Reatile, the current party helmsman has filed with courts a claim of P200,000 as security of costs against Butale. According to the Administration of Justice website, in principle, security for costs is not intended to be full indemnity for the respondent in case the appellant is not successful in the appeal.

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The Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly, Pono Moatlhodi confirmed the disqualification meaning that BPF's representation reduced in Parliament and the area does not have an MP. In an interview with Mmegi, Moatlhodi explained that Standing Order 16.2 was clear that should a member fail to attend two consecutive sessions of Parliament his seat will be automatically declared vacant. 'Is clear as crystal if an MP fails to attend two consecutive Parliamentary sessions his seat will be automatically declared vacant and it is what happened with Khama.

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Boko upped the ante during the launch of the UDC candidate for the Mapoka-Nlaphkwane by-election, Nebulani Lenyatso over the past weekend. During the launch, an animated Boko told attendees that it was only a matter of time before the AP joins the UDC. Boko said: 'I am glad to say that some of our former partners who had chosen the wrong route are returning to the UDC. The AP is returning to the UDC and we are telling them that their seats are where they left them.' The UDC leader added that the return of the AP to the UDC is very significant as it could lead to the removal of the BDP from power in the 2024 General Election.

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These messages were shared at another MISA Botswana Chapter celebration of this year's World Press Freedom Day over the weekend. This year, the commemoration was held under the theme, 'Shaping a Future of Rights: Freedom of Expression as a Driver for All Other Human Rights'.

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Some members of the AP have clearly made it public that they will not be part of the party's decision to affiliate with the UDC after the AP dumped BCP when they were in the process of finalising cooperation talks for the 2024 General Election. The division within the AP came after it informed the BCP and the Botswana Labour Party (BLP) that it is withdrawing from the new coalition. The decision has not gone down well with some members of the party and the team led by former Mogoditshane Member of Parliament, Sedirwa Kgoroba has started negotiating with the BCP.

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As the defence force celebrated its 46th anniversary over the weekend, this year's event attracted thousands of enthusiasts across different ages and social divides. When The Monitor team arrived at around 6:00am, multitudes of patrons had already made their way into the National Stadium with a majority still in long queues fighting their way into the venue.

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Now four of the patients are suing government in a class action suit. The quartet, Margret Morapedi, 61, Ntombiekhaya Mpofu, 54, David Kiberu, 41, and Daniel Tlhomelang, 46, have served the Ministry of Health intends to sue following the incident. This week, following a failed attempt to meet with Minister of Health Edwin Dikoloti after waiting for over 10 hours, the patients called on The Monitor to share their heartbreaking story.

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On Wednesday, May 31, 2023, the party closed the door for those who want to contest and they now have 10 days to come up with a candidate who will represent the party in the upcoming by-election in the constituency. Serowe West constituency was won by BPF's former Member of Parliament (MP) Tshekedi Khama who was recently disqualified from his seat after failing to attend Parliament three consecutive sittings without reasons. Currently, the BPF has two legislators other Serowe constituencies being Baratiwa Mathoothe in Serowe North and Leepetswe Lesedi in Serowe South.

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The position of the UDC and BCP come just days after Alliance for Progressives (AP) president, Ndaba Gaolathe appeared to express reservations about the government's overall approach to the negotiations with De Beers. President Mokgweetsi Masisi is on record saying Botswana wants to get the best out of the negotiations with De Beers. The talks with De Beers over a new mining deal are expected to be completed in June. The consensus amongst many is that Botswana would not have achieved much without diamonds.

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