Magosi Wanted Me to Snitch on Isaac Kgosi –“Butterfly” • Says Magosi Promised She Would Rot in Jail If She Did Not • “No P48m Was Ever Transferred

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he Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime’s (DCEC) position that the the aftermath of state did not have enough evidence to prosecute suspended Welheminah Mpho- Teng Maswabi, code-named “Butterfly,” in the P100 billion case has been vindi- cated. “Butterfly’s” acquittal On Monday, Justice Zein Kebonang dismissed the case and acquitted Maswabi, saying evidence used to prosecute her was fabricated. The “Butterfly” case has dragged on for more than two years and has brought seri- • Court orders Masisi to fire DPP director Tiroyakgosi ous divisions among state entities, namely the Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS), the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP) and the DCEC. • Tiroyakgosi may also be struck off the Law Society register At the centre of the case was that the investigating body, DCEC, was not convinced • Court concludes that Magosi, Hubona, Israel, Tiroyakgosi colluded to that the state had enough evidence to prosecute but the DPP and DIS maintained that the state had a case. Earlier this month, the DPP, through the Botswana Police Service, fabricate evidence against “Butterfly” evoked Section 13 of the National Security Act, to compel the head of DCEC, Tymon Katlholo, and his assistants to release all evidence relating to the case or face imprison- TEFO PHEAGE head of DISS Isaac Kgosi. ment. In the judgment, the Registrar of the The suspicion, which was confirmed by South Africa-based Advocate Gerrie Nel, resident Mokgweetsi Masisi finds High Court has been directed to submit a was that critical evidence was being withheld by other law enforcement agencies in himself in an invidious position to copy of the judgement to President Masisi Botswana and South Africa. In his judgement this week, Justice Dr Zein Kebonang ordered Jako Hubona, who act against key people in Botswa- for appropriate remedial action. P was the lead investigator, investigated for perjury while DPP ‘s Stephen Tiroyakgosi na’s law enforcement agencies and the De- President Masisi is under direction of “is referred to the President of Botswana as the appointing authority to consider his partment of Administration of Justice fol- the court to consider removing DPP direc- removal from office of the DPP…” lowing the disastrous failure of the state to tor Tiroyakgosi from his position in terms Dr Kebonang also referred Tiroyakgosi to the Law Society of Botswana (LSB) for adduce the slightest evidence in its king’s of Section 133 (3) of the Constitution of investigation and appropriate sanction. “The first respondent is also referred to the At- ransom case of P100 billion allegedly sto- Botswana. torney General as his line supervisor for investigation and possible prosecution,” Justice len from the Bank of Botswana by power- Tiroyakgosi has also referred to the Law Kebonang ordered. ful personages. Society of Botswana for investigation Further, Investigator Hubona has been referred to the Commissioner of Police for Finally bringing the marathon case to a and appropriate sanction and to the At- prosecution for perjury and to the DCEC Director General as his line supervisor for close this week, Justice Dr Zein Kebonang torney General for investigation and pos- disciplinary action. Attorney Priscilla Israel has been referred to LSB for investigation of the Gaborone High Court concluded sible prosecution. Priscilla Israel, who was and appropriate sanction. Reached for comment on Tuesday, Katlholo told The Botswana Gazette that they that the head of the Directorate of Public deputy director of the DPP when the case were still studying the judgement before they could make any decision. “There are Prosecutions (DPP) Stephen Tiroyakgosi, began, has been referred to her superior, other players that are involved in the judgement, so we also still have to engage them,” the head of the Directorate of Intelligence the Permanent Secretary to the President, Katlholo stated. Services (DIS) Brigadier Peter Magosi, for action. He added that he was not in a position to say whether DCEC did comply with orders and officers of the Directorate on Corrup- “Butterfly’s” lawyer, Unoda Mack, told from the DPP to release all evidence relating to the case. Attempts to reach the Attorney tion and Economic Crimes Jako Hubona The Botswana Gazette after the judgment General Abraham Keetshabe and police commissioner Keabetswe Makgophe were un- and Priscilla Israel colluded to fabricate was delivered that he trusted that President successful as their phones rang unanswered on Tuesday. and falsify evidence in order to secure Masisi would act. WHERE DOES THIS LEAVE HUBONA? prosecution against an innocent citizen, “If Masisi believes in constitutional de- Before being relieved of his duties as head of the DCEC in October 2020, Brigadier Wilhemina Maswabi. mocracy,” Mack added, “he must act swift- Joseph Mathambo was on the verge of taking disciplinary action against Hubona for Codenamed “Butterfly,” Maswabi was ly and decisively as advised by the court to executing his duties without the authority of the DCEC in the “Butterfly” case. In his affidavit deposed in court last year, Hubona confirmed that he was assisting and the kingpin to nail if the prosecution should restore law and order and credibility to our supporting investigations by BPS and DIS against “Butterfly.” In the course of the case, hope to proceed to others named as alleged rule of law and state institutions,” Mack Hubona made serious allegations that implicated former president Ian Khama, former masterminds in the theft of the staggering said. continues to page3 spy chief Issac Kgosi and South African businesswomen Bridgette Motsepe Radebe in amount of money that was purportedly “The agencies of the state have gone the alleged theft of P100 billion from the Bank of Botswana. stashed away in offshore bank accounts rogue and this is an opportune for the Pres- He is one of the respondents in the P85 million defamation suit against the state in several countries. Among these were ident to express his position on the matter brought by Khama, Kgosi, Motsepe and “Butterfly.” Impecable sources say DCEC does former president Ian Khama and founding through action or inaction.” not have any intention of defending Hubona in the case. VACANCY ADVERT

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some evidence that mixing and matching vaccines could give us better immune re- Botswana Ignores Who sponses,” Caddy was quoted by the Sci- entist Magazine as saying. The director of the Laboratory of Advice On Mixing Vaccines Nucleic Acid Vaccines at the Univer- sity of Massachusetts Medical School, While the WHO has advised ond shot to people who received a first Shan Lu, has said that a combo approach dose of the adenovirus-based Oxford-As- could induce greater immune responses countries mixing COVID traZeneca vaccine. “We have taken some if the two shots use different platforms. strong decisions that quite frankly, are “The scientists call this strategy heter- vaccines before the results bearing out,” Canadian Prime Minister ologous prime boosting. The format of of clinical trials for their Justin Trudeau told reporters. the vaccine is different, but the antigen Sarah Caddy, a viral immunologist at is the same. No recombinant protein immunogenecity are out the University of Cambridge in the UK , COVID-19 vaccines have yet received said that new trials are underway to test widespread approval, but those from US company Novavax and the Russia-based Botswana, Canada and combinations of different manufacturers’ Vector Institute are currently in Phase 3 vaccines. “It is really exciting that we Thailand are among countries trials,” The Scientist magazine quoted have these combination trials. There is that have decided to do Lu. so. Staff Writer SESUPO RANTSIMAKO reports

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Masisi Still Silent About SoE Extension • Kablay says it would be advisable to extend SoE before Parliament adjuorned on August 31 • Many BDP said to be against extension of SoE

LETLHOGILE MPUANG extended nor has there been any such discussion at West, Dumelang Saleshando, has previously argued party level,” Chief Whip Liakat Kablay told this pub- that the SoE was unnecessary because the Public Ps of the Botswana Democratic Party lication on Tuesday this week. Health Act could have sufficed. Saleshando has point- (BDP) are still clueless about whether “The last time we were called for an extraordinary ed out that various clauses of the Public Health Act MPresident Mokgweetsi Masisi will seek ex- parliament sitting but we will be waiting to hear if empower the Director of Health Services to declare a tension of the State of Emergency (SoE) and when there is anything of that sort in the next couple of state of public health emergency and to curtail move- that might happen if he does, The Botswana Gazette days. My view is that it would be advisable if the moment through lockdowns or curfews, compel people has established. tion came before Parliament closed.” to test and vaccinate and enforce social distancing Infact, some Domkrag MPs says there has not been The current sitting of Parliament will adjourn on “Where the Public Health Act had inadequacies, any discussion of the matter in any of the party’s fo- 31st August while the SoE will expire at the end Sep- Parliament could institute the necessary reforms to rums. tember 2021. add requisite changes to combat COVID-19,” he said Botswana is one of only a few countries on the Afri- Meanwhile, some of the ruling party MPs are said in Parliament last April. can continent currently under SoE. The first SoE was to be against extending the SoE and are ready to vote Saleshando gave examples of countries such as the declared on 1st April 2020, President Masisi’s reason- against the motion should it come before Parliament. ing being that it would help the country’s response to On the other end, opposition MPs remain steadfast in United States, the United Kingdom and Singapore, COVID-19. their stance against the SoE being extended. which he said had promulgated legislation specific to “We have not heard anything about the SoE being The Leader of the Opposition and MP for Maun COVID-19 instead of instituting a SoE.

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Botswana Vaccine Institute is now g) Negotiation skills ably. seeking to recruit qualified and experienced persons to “We kept thinking that the situation fill the following vacant positions: Primary Duties and Responsibilities: would change but this organization 1. Procurement and supplies management strategies keeps impoverishing artists,” said one I PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLIES and policies artist who asked to remain anonymous. 2. Inventory Control “The creative industry is already in dire MANAGER (FIXED TERM -3 YEARS) 3. Procurement financial straits due to the pandemic. Our industry has been shut down. What are Reporting to the Finance Manager, the incumbent will II. MAINTENANCE PLANNER we expected to do with P1. 00 when the implement the following: same organization is using more of the Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the incumbent accumulated funds on administration and 1. To plan, organise, manage and control the distributing peanuts?” procurement and supplies functions for the Institute will: A leaked overview of remuneration to ensure that the Company sources quality goods of non-executive board members shows and services effectively and provides the same to the • Determine and prepare maintenance schedules, acquire, issue spares and maintain the Computerised that it totalled P605 214 in 2020. The user Departments in the same condition at the right total cost, including hotel and confer- time. Maintenance Management System to ensure that plant is maintained according to schedule ence venues hired for board meetings, 2. Define the objectives and goals of the Department amounted to P88, 863 while secretarial derived from those of the Company and appraising services cost P162, 705. them regularly. Key Performance Areas: • Timely availability of spare parts In the past, COSBOTS has been highly 3. Develop policies and procedures for the Department criticised for claiming the lion’s share in to ensure that the right goods and services are • Timely issuing of accurate job cards • Availability and accuracy of Computerized administration costs and distributing a sourced at a competitive price through a process measly amount to artists. that is accordingly aligned with those outlined in the Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) records. The recent comprehensive income PPADB Act. statement of COSBOTS reveals that Position Requirements: P1,233 71 was used to pay the company’s directors for the 11 months that ended Position Requirements: Education : Technician Diploma in Engineering or in May 2021. COSBOTS had budgeted P304 000 for the purpose for same period Education : Degree in Supply Chain and Materials equivalent. while P605 000 was paid out to directors Management or equivalent Experience : At least 3 years post qualification in an in the year ended June 2020. According Prof/Tech : Full Membership of the Chartered engineering maintenance environment. to the income statement, what is distrib- Institute of Purchasing and Experience in CMMS is essential uted to artists is in sharp contrast to what Supplies Management or Master’s Qualities : Organizational skills the company has used on administration Degree in Supply Chain and Materials Communication and interpersonal skills expenses. Management. Attention to detail Proficiency in Microsoft Word Packages COSBOTS has a gross income of Experience: P12.3 million, P11.5 million of which At least five (5) years post qualification experience in Applications with certificates and CVs containing two was collected from users such as broad- Procurement and Supplies Management, of which three names of referees and their contact details should casters, retailers, hospitality, restaurants (3) years will have been at middle management level, reach the address below not later than 27 August and others. However, only P3.2 that was organizing and controlling procurement and inventory 2021 shared by both local and international management activities in a computerized environment. artists was available for distribution. Knowledge of both commercial and manufacturing Human Resources Manager In a previous interview with this pub- procurement and inventory management practices is Botswana Vaccine Institute Limited lication, the new Acting CEO, Onalenna essential. Plot 6385 Lejara Rd. B/Hurst Industrial Ests. Gaolebale, failed to provide clarity on P/Bag 0031 the discrepancies. Competencies: Gaborone. “Please note that you are seeking clar- a) Managerial and leadership skills ity from the Management Accounts, an b) Strategic and analytical thinking [email protected] internal confidential document that is not c) Planning, organising and coordinating skills for public consumption. As a result, we NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be replied to. are unable to provide any clarity on such a document,” he said. The Botswana Gazette Wednesday 25 August 2021 news Page 7 Teachers’ Unions Shift Vaccination Campaign To Students • BTU, BOSETU to approach gov’t for prioritising students • Minister refers to vaccination plan of the Task Force

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fter successfully advocating for teachers’ prioritisation for CO- AVID-19 vaccination, unions are shifting their campaign to having students vaccinated ahead of the routine order of age groups prepared by the Task Force, The Botswana Gazette has established. The Botswana Teachers Union (BTU) and the Botswana Sectors of Educators Union (BOSETU) say there is a need to also vaccinate students in order to lessen the risk of COVID-19 transmission within learning institutions and are likely to act in unison in this regard. The vice president of BOSETU, Mo- gomotsi Motshegwa, says although advocating for students is out of their ju- risdiction, it is important to vaccinate students if transmission in schools is to be curbed and disruption of learning pre- vented. “Our priority was for our members to get vaccinated because we were looking at the way they were succumbing to COVID-19 complications,” Motshegwa said in an interview. “However, it is also important to vaccinate students because their learning has been disrupted by going into isolation after testing positive for COVID-19 or being identified in contact tracing.” “Our priority was for our members to get vaccinated because we were looking at the way they were succumbing to COVID-19 complications.” Similarly, BTU president Gotlamang Oitsile says the unions intend to approach the government about vaccination of students. Oitsile added that BTU once raised it with the government but the issue was not considered. “It is clear that learning is disrupted when students Motor Centre Toyota:- Tel: +267 395 1736, Fax: +267 397 3442, Plot 28562, Samora Machel Drive test positive for COVID-19,” he said. Associated Dealerships - Francistown Toyota:- Tel: +267 241 3855 “So it is ideal to consider vaccinating Broadway Motors:- Tel: +267 471 0252, Bamangwato Toyota:- Tel: +267 261 0539 them.” Rustenburg Toyota:- Tel: +27 14 523 3000, Lichtenberg Toyota:- Tel: +27 18 632 4455 He suggested having students tested before schools are reopened. Reached for comment, the Minister of Basic Education (MoBE), Fidelis Mo- lao, was non-committal on the issue. “The vaccination plan, as pronounced by the COVID-19 Task Force and Ministry of Health and Wellness (MoHW), clearly stipulates who are to receive vaccines and their age categories,” Molao stated. Page 8 news Wednesday 25 August 2021 The Botswana Gazette Don’t Engage IHS Lecturers – BONU VaCanCY annoUnCemenT

Farm manager (x1) • Additional courses in business management or administration are recommended. • Extensive experience in a farming-related field. Tells Govt We are searching for a manager with good business sense to join our team. The farm manager’s responsibilities • Management experience would be a plus. include monitoring staff, crops, and livestock, purchasing • A passion for agriculture. supplies, preparing budgets and reports, and ensuring • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical Union says engaging lecturers will not maximum profit. You should be able to maintain thinking skills. professional networks and keep abreast of developments • The ability to make decisions in stressful environments. in agricultural science. • Superb communication and interpersonal skills. • Willingness to work overtime as required. address shortage of health staff To be successful as a farm manager, you be detail-oriented but also keep the bigger picture in mind. Outstanding general Farm laborer (x5) candidates will be keen problem solvers who are focused on efficiency and take a hands-on approach to nature of work management. General farm workers will plant, cultivate and harvest crops, raise livestock and poultry and maintain and responsibilities: repair farm equipment and buildings under the • Analyzing existing operations, crops, livestock, direction of the Farm Manager. staff, and financial documents and recommending improvements. main Duties: • Preparing plans and schedules for planting General farm workers will perform some or all of the and harvesting and ensuring staff understands following duties: expectations. • Plant, fertilize, cultivate, spray, irrigate and harvest • Visiting the different divisions to inspect crops, crops livestock, and also perform tests on soil and water. • Feed and tend livestock and poultry • Ensuring seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and other • Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment supplies are regularly restocked. • Detect disease and health problems in crops, livestock • Scheduling repairs, maintenance, and replacement of and poultry equipment and machinery. • Examine produce for quality and prepare for market • Handling the marketing and sale of products • Set and monitor water lines, air flow and temperature produced on the farm like fruit, vegetables, dairy, in barns, pens and chicken coops meat, and grain. • Clean stables, barns, barnyards and pens. • Ensuring all staff adheres to health and safety regulations. requirements: • Assisting with the recruitment and training of new • There are no specific education or training staff members. requirements. However, a certificate or specialized • Collaborating with Director to prepare budgets and courses related to farming will be an added advantage. SESUPO RANTSIMAKO financial reports. • Basic farm knowledge, usually obtained from working sultation in the vaccination pro- • Building professional networks and keeping abreast on a family farm, may be required for employment. gramme,” BOFEPUSU said in a of developments in agricultural science. he Botswana Nurses Union nb: Farm is in Tati Siding (lot 10590) press release. “Workers are just requirements: (BONU) has called on being thrown around whereas they • Recognized tertiary qualifications in agriculture, Apply to: [email protected] on or before 7th the government to stop its get ignored in their request for per- animal science, or equivalent. September 2021 T planned engagement of teaching sonal protection equipment and staff of the Institute of Health Sci- COVID-19 risk allowance.” ences (IHS) in the COVID-19 vaccination programme and to instead Our position as the hire retired nurses and unemployed graduates of IHS. union is that the BONU president Obonolo Ra- hube says hiring retired nurses government should and unemployed graduates of IHS could be done by using a part of use a part of the VACANCIES P2.7 billion that the government TEMPORARYPUBLIC ACCOMMODATION NOTICE - has raised from the World Bank. Applications are invited from suitably qualified citizens of Botswana to fill the following positions in the Bank. World Bank loan OFFICES AND WAREHOUSE At any rate, Rahube noted, en- EXPRESSIONThe BANK OF OF BOTSWANA INTEREST FOR wishes THE to PROVISION invite prospective OF COMPUTERISED bidders to gaging IHS lecturers will not ad- tender for the following goods and(b) services: Job Requirements: to employ more 1. SystemsMAINTENANCEThe Bank ofAnalyst Botswana MANAGEMENT is undertaking a major SYSTEM redevelopment (CMMS) of its headquarters AT BANK complex OFin Gaborone, BOTSWANA with Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems/ dress shortage of nurses in the construction expected to commence in early 2019 and take approximately four years over two phases. Temporary country’s health sector. (a) Main Purposeaccommodation of the will beJob required: CONTRACT over that period NUMBER for variousComputer –Bank BOB/2021/07/27 functions and Science/Information staff. Technology or troops. TENDER NO. CONTRACT TITLE relatedSUBMISSION field plusCLOSING a recognised DATE professional The government recently an- To undertakeThe Bank, and therefore, supervise seeks proposals the from installation, property owners or real estate agents for the following temporary A few months ago, the Minister 1. Bank BOB/2020/09/37of Botswana invites reputableExpressio 100% of Interest Citizen OwnedCertificationSignage Companies Systems in Information withOctober PPADB 16, Code Systems 2020 308 Building (CISA/CISM/ nounced a plan to engage IHS lec- operation andaccommodation: maintenance of the Bank’s physical of Finance and Economic Devel- and Engineeringelectronic security Services systems, Sub-Code network. 03 Facilities ManagementCISSP) or to equivalent tender for theplus provision atleast oftwo Computerised years post turers in the ongoing COVID-19 MaintenanceWarehouse: Management System (CMMS) at Bank qualificationof Botswana. experience in Computer Information opment (MFED), Peggy Serame, Interested bidders may view the detailed requirements for Expressions vaccination programme as a means (b) Job RequirementsThe Bank requires: a temporary warehouse for a period of 24Systems – 36 months from Audit early or December Information 2018. Specifications: Security control. requested a loan of P2.7 billion 2. Prospectiveof Interest Bidders on may the view Bank’sand download website the detailed (www.bankofbotswana.bw requirements for Expression) ofunder Interest on the of addressing shortage of vaccina- Bachelor’s Degree(i) 400-500 insquare Electrical metres lettable Engineering, area; Knowledge of script writing using any script from the World Bank subject to Bank’s“Current website(ii) Within (Tenders” www.bankofbotswana.bw) 5km of the Government from September Enclave, underGaborone “Current28, (thelanguage 2020. closer, Tenders” the will better);Those be from an whoaddedAugust wish advantage.20,2021. to tender Membership tion staff. Telecommunications(iii) Must be secureSystems and adequately or ventilated;Computer approval by Parliament. must pay a non-refundable fee of P350.00of an internationally (Three Hundred recognised and institution Fifty such “Because these lecturers would 3.Science The 50% plus(iv) price two Connected preference years to postall utilities for qualification purchase(power, water, of telephone, the work tender sewer); document will be applied to youth, woman and (v) Appropriate ablutions and tea kitchen; as Information Systems Audit and Controls Minister Serame said the money experience. disabledPula groups VAT who inclusive). should provide Payment proof of themodalities same to qualify. may The be Expressions found in theof Interest detailed submissions be used for only a few months, (vi) Preferably to include an air-conditioned office of Associationminimum 25 square (ISACA), metres; is desirable. would mainly be used to plug the will berequirements used(vii) toDesignated pre-qualify parkingon andthe for short-list upwebsite. to 4 vehicles, companies including toa truck. be invited for the full tender, in due course. what will happen when they go OR government’s projected budget Offices: back to their jobs? Our position as 4. Those who wish to submit documents must pay a non-refundable(c) Required fee Skills of P350.00 and Competencies (Three Hundred: and Fifty deficit and for allocation to four The Expressions of Interest submissionsInitiative; will be used to pre-qualify and the union is that the government A TechnicalPula VATThe Diplomainclusive).Bank requires in temporaryThe Electrical, payment office Electronic canspace be over done the or entire by EFT development or cash period at the (approximately Bank’s Banking 5 years) from Hall, early (Botswana ministries, including the health TelecommunicationRd - short-listMainOctober Mall 2018. In professional EngineeringGaborone Specifications: ) OR with signage (Plot at Noleast 9597 companies four Kenneth Excellent Nkhwa to be communication Interchange invited for in theskillsFrancistown), full (verbal tender, andfrom written), August should use a part of the World 20, 2021 (i)to September2,000-2,500 square 10, metres 2021 of, lettableMonday office to Friday area, withinespecially at 0900a single hours securereport tobuilding; writing; 1400 hours in Gaborone and from ministry for procurement of medi- years postin qualificationdue(ii) Fullycourse. serviced work A (or B+)experience Grade, air-conditioned in related and connected to all utilities (power, water, telephone, sewer Bank loan to employ more troops. field0900 like hourselectronic/electrical toand 1245 preferably hours fibre); insystems Francistown maintenance Branch during Results week focus days: and performance driven; There are lot of unemployed grad- cal supplies, operational costs at e.g. CCTV (iii) camera Pre-used offices systems, would accessbe preferred, controlcomplete withGood suitable customer flooring, ceiling, service curtaining, and lighting, interpersonal power, data skills; uates and retired nurses who could the Treatment Centre and Intensive Bank DetailsThe for Bank andEFT telecommunication paymentsof Botswana outlets supports and air-conditioning; a “DomesticLeadership some existing Preference”partitioningand people could management; be procurement beneficial; systems, fire(iv) Appropriatedetection ablutions systems, and tea kitchen; X-Rays, radio Care Unit (ICU) at Sir Ketumile policy. Planning and organising; be employed. By doing so, the communication(v) systems,Within 4km ofetc. the Government Enclave, Gaborone; Masire Teaching Hospital, trans- Bank (vi) Designated parking : Bank for at ofleast Botswana 60 vehicles. Integrity and trustworthiness; and government would solve the staff Account Name : Accpac Sundry Receipts Problem solving and decision making skills. porting vaccines and cold chain (c) RequiredForProposals specificSkills should and include Competenciesinquries a full description in : ofrelation the available tospace the(preferably aforestated with a dimensioned tender, floor plan biddersand are shortage in the health sector,” Ra- Account Number : 0000110900001 storage of vaccines, among other BranchInitiative; Codeadvisedsome indicative to liase photographs) with: 910167 Projectstating the address Officers and level listed of servicing, under tenant each mix within tender the building/complex, and general hube said in an interview. full financial and legal terms and contact details. BuildingREMUNERATION ownership should be stated. PACKAGE State whether AND the BENEFITS lease BranchExcellent Name communication skills: Gaborone (verbal and written), BONU’s contention comes a purposes. inquiriesagreement includesshould a fit-out be fowardedallowance. to: • Attractive Salary; SWIFTespecially Code report writing; : BBOTBWGX few days after the Botswana Fed- In addition, the loan would ac- Documents should be placed in a sealed envelope marked• Contributory“Bank of Botswana Pension Headquarters Scheme; Temporary Results focus and performance driven; eration of Public, Private and Para- commodate salaries and allowanc- PleaseGood customer includeMrAccommodation Tshepho reference service Matsila(Companyand submitted interpersonal Name) no later than skills; 10:00 hours •on Friday,MsVarious Goitseone 17 August Staff 2018Advance Onalepeloto The Tender Schemes Box, Registry (e.g. Motor Office, Bank of Botswana, Plot 17938, Khama Crescent, Gaborone.Vehicle Interested and Housing parties are requiredLoans); to pay a non- statal Sector Union (BOFEPUSU) es for health professionals such as LeadershipTel:refundable and people+267 fee of 360P500,management; inclusive6117 of VAT, and submitor their expressions +267 of interest360 6321in writing. Payments shall be done • Group Life Assurance, Group Accident, ForPlanning enquiriesFax: andat Bankof organising; the+267 of tenderBotswana’s 395 documents, Banking 2349 Hall, please from Monday contact: to Friday at+267 0900 hours 395 to 23491400 hours at the same address. protested that engaging IHS lectur- nurses, clinical technologists and Integrity and trustworthiness; and Disability and Dread Disease covers; laboratory scientists hired through E-mail [email protected] E-mail [email protected] ers in the vaccination programme MrProblem solvingInquiries Nelson and canBonyongo decision be directed making to skills. MrMr Grant Buckmaster • TshepoRelocation at Matsila Expenses, where applicable; and the University of Botswana for Tel 360: +267 6320 3606421 or [email protected] Tel : • +267Medical 3606117 Aid Scheme. would affect their job descriptions. Email : [email protected] Email : [email protected] “These circumstances are tes- COVID-19 Emergency Response 2. Internal Auditor (Information Applications, including curriculum vitae, certified timony of views that there is no Needs at Sir Ketumile’s Treatment 4. The tender submissions will be closed on September 15, 2021 at 1000 hours or at a later date and time as Systems and Projects) copies of certificates, transcripts and at least proper coordination and con- Centre and ICU. Bank of Botswana may advise. two most recent references should be sent by (a) Main Purpose of the Job: August 14 2020 to: To conduct internal audit, reviews of risks and controls and undertake inspections in accordance Director with approved audit programmes and special Human Resources Department investigations to ensure compliance with the Bank’s Bank of Botswana Information Technology, Computer Systems and Private Bag 154 Projects Management, accounting and business Gaborone policies, procedures and practices in order to safeguard the information assets of the Bank and NB: The Bank will only contact shortlisted promote effectiveness, efficiency and economy. candidates. The Botswana Gazette Wednesday 25 August 2021 news Page 9 Chinese Ambassador Lashes Out At Countries That Question Transparency Of Who-China Study accuses them of preconceptions

SESUPO RANTSIMAKO and others say that China has not been transparent about what happened in the hinese Ambassador to Bo- early days of the pandemic. China accuses tswana, Wang Xuefeng says critics of seeking to blame it for the pan- Cthat the western countries that demic and politicizing an issue that should doubt and question the transparency be left to scientists. of the released World Health Organ- isation (WHO)-China Joint Study on origins of COVID-19 have preconceptions with presumption of guilt. Briefing the media on Tuesday on China’s position on COVID-19 origin tracing, the Chinese Ambassador said that while WHO-China Joint study report was produced in full compliance Get closer to what with WHO procedures and scientific methods, some countries in the west still question its transparency. you want out of life “The 17 international experts who did the report were selected by the WHO and mostly were from western countries including United States, United Kingdom, France and Austra- lia. China did not raise any objection to the make-up of the team. The ex- Saving takes dedication, but it is well worth it with the Peo Investment Plan. perts on the mission made their own decisions independently as where they Start saving for your medium and long term goals to meet your specific would like to visit, who they would needs. Plus, enjoy peace of mind knowing your savings will still be there, like to talk to and what they would like even after life’s unexpected events. to talk about as the field work proceed- ed. The study was proven to be valuable and an authoritative report that can stand the scrutiny of science and history. However, some countries in the West always have preconceptions with presumption of guilt. As long as what they see does not conform to their imagination they will label it as a results of intervention, the lack of independence and transparency,” Xue- feng said. The Chinese Ambassador said that as a matter of fact, the Chinese government did a lot of administrative, technical and logistic support work for the joint study of origins. Xuefeng said although China jointly conducted the study there are countries that still question its transparency. “China has always been a supporter of for global scientific research on the source of the virus and its transmission routes. We co-sponsored the WHO resolution on COVID-19 and support WHO-led co- operation on zoonotic source research among member states,” Xuefeng stressed. The WHO-China joint study com- menced on 14th January until 10th February this year, with Chinese and international experts from WHO. The Visit the nearest Absa branch to start saving Chinese side according to Xuefeng offered necessary facilitation for the team’s work, the which the Chinese Ambassador believes demonstrated its That’s Africanacity. That’s Absa. openness, transparency and attitude. The report titled WHO-Convened global study of origins of SARS –CoV eventually was released on 30th March 2021 The search for where the virus came Terms and conditions apply. from early this year became a diplo- Absa Bank Botswana Limited (registered number BW00001237900) is regulated by the Bank of Botswana. matic issue that has fuelled China’s deteriorating relations with the U.S and many American allies. The U.S Page 10 news Wednesday 25 August 2021 The Botswana Gazette AP Youth League Wants Answers For

EXTERNALEXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT BAMALETE LUTHERAN SCHOOL OF NURSING- RAMOTSWA Failed High Profile ASSISTANT PROCUREMENT OFFICER VACANCY- SENIOR LECTURER I activities at the same time considering ethical - CHILD HEALTH NURSING rules governing the profession by observing SALARY SCALE: C4/3 (P 93,667.00-130,296.00)patient/client rights to privacy and confidentiality. Applications are invited from suitably qualified Cases From Masisi professionals for the above mentioned post • Collaborates with other members of the QUALIFICATIONS: Degree/Diploma in supplyHealth team and to improvematerials patient treatment management and or BusinessSalary Administration Scale: D3 (P253, 656.00 or up toany P279, related648.00 per field.care, update clinical performance skills and Annum) improve clinical teaching. Participates in setting maintenance and evaluation of clinical standards EXPERIENCEQualifications:: 2 yearsMasters Degreerelevant in Child work Health experienceof care. .The candidate should have Says “the wild goose chase” has Nursing or related field from a recognised institution. outstandingAdditional potential qualifications for supervisory,should include Post administrative • Undertake research and and managerialsupport Lecturers and functions. Graduate qualification in Education. students to research in the clinical area and utilize findings to improve clinical practice. cost the nation dearly MAIN PURPOSEExperience: The OF candidate THE should JOB have: served a minimum of 2 years as Senior Lecturer II-D4 in Nursing • Assist the Head of Department in the running of field or being in similar position in a comparable the Child Health Nursing Programme. institution. • Responsible for managing, guiding, advising,• Contributes coordinatingto the effective management and supervising and the suppliesSummary of Dutiesdepartment. administration of the institution by serving in various committees. • Control• Facilitate and coordinationthe designing, of development,all supplies functions associated with purchasing implementation and evaluation of curriculum of • Undertake any other related duties to meet Child Health Nursing programme and coordinate exigencies of the service. Applicantsplans who made meet by Lectures. the above requirements may apply enclosing the following details: Applicants should provide the following details: • Responsible for maintaining academic standards by assisting and supporting lecturers in a) Full name, address and place of Birth formulating course plans for Child Health Nursing b) Brief summary of career duties (curriculum Vitae • Full name,courses addressand advising and them placeon selection of birth of c) Certified copies of certificates and references • Brief summaryappropriate teaching of career strategies duties for both theory(Curriculum (academic and Vitae) professional) and practice. d) Certified copy of National Identity Card • Certified copes of Certificates, transcriptse) Valid proof and of registrationreferences with Nursing(academic and and • Plan teaching/learning activities for assigned Midwifery Council of Botswana (NMCB) to practice as professional)courses in Child Health Nursing programmes and nurse • Certifiedprepares copy audio-visual of ID materials(Omang). and select clients for teaching/demonstration purposes The Principal Bamalete Lutheran School of Nursing P.O. Box V202 • Demonstrate to students’ patient/Client care Ramotswa Applicationsactivities to inbe the sent clinical to:area, supervises The Principaland evaluate students while performing these Closing date of applications: 25th June 2021 Bamalete Lutheran School of Nursing P. O. Box V202 Ramotswa

Closing date of applications: 3rd September 2021

LABOUR & PAYE LAWS GAZETTE REPORTER and suspects to the charges prof- fered against them but only po- CPD WEBINAR he Alliance for Progressives litical motives. “Mind you a lot of UPDATE Youth League (APYL) has public funds have also been wast- Tcalled on Batswana to deed in this wild goose chase,” he Date: Fri, 17 Sept 2021 mand accountability from President pointed out. “These funds should Venue: Microsoft Teams Mokgweetsi Masisi for a failed at- have been used to procure COV- tempt to recover billions of pula of ID-19 vaccines but now they have Time: 08:30hrs -13:00hrs public funds alleged to have been been used to fight personal battles, Investment: P 1 500/person stolen. and I should say that I would not AP youth league president Gaone be shocked if these suspects come Majere told The Botswana Gazette back to sue government.” Who must attend: HR practitioners, Accountants, Lawyers in an interview that the recent fail- The AP youth league leader and any interested persons ure by government to prosecute said Masisi’s fights with former high profile cases means the ruling president Ian Khama worked in SPEAKERS: Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) his favour. “I want to plead with gave Batswana false hopes in the Batswana to open their eyes and lead-up to the 2019 general elec- carefully examine the issues be- Jonathan Hore Gosego Lekgowe tions that it would deal with corrup- cause we come a long way being Managing Tax Consultant Managing Attorney tion. Aupracon Tax Specialists Rockfall Lekgowe Law lied to,” Majere noted. Group Majere said this against the back- “The BDP led government will drop of high profile cases that the come up with ways to win the government has lost against former hearts of many again but enough DIS spy chief Isaac Kgosi, DIS is enough. Batswana should know agent Welheminah Mphoeng Mas- that bad governance supported The labour practices are dynamic as they are impacted by legislative changes wabi, businessman Bakang Seretse, by corruption will continue to be as well as judgements by the courts. COVID-19 has also made its impact on former cabinet minister Sadique the theme of the day if the BDP- employment contracts through prohibition of termination of employees, salary Kebonang and Gaborone High led government is given another cuts and working-from-home benefits. To that end, Aupracon Tax Specialists & Court judge Zein Kebonang. Rockfall Lekgowe Law Group bring you a labour & PAYE Webinar as detailed below: chance.” He added that it is only a matter The manner in which these high Topics of time before the BDP strategy is ▪ Court rulings to note on labour matters profile cases were handled is a clear ▪ The concept of force majeure & employment contracts exposed. “It was a strategy by the indication that there is a need for ▪ Update on legislative amendments to the labour laws BDP-led government in the lead-up a thorough constitutional review ▪ PAYE aspects of unfair dismissals to the last general elections to make to reduce the President’s powers. ▪ PAYE obligations on terminating employees it seem that they are fighting cor- ▪ PAYE & COVID-19 induced benefits “The current constitution allows ruption coupling it with attempts to the President to appoint Director end former president Ian Khama’s E: [email protected] of Public Prosecutions by himself, cc [email protected]. political career,” said Majere. which is dangerous because a DPP C/Whatsapp: 76 096 234 At any rate, he added, there was director can serve the interests of NB: The cost of this training is not eligible for BQA claims. CPD certificates will be issued on request. no evidence linking the accused the sitting president,” said Majere. The Botswana Gazette Wednesday 25 August 2021 news Page 11 fact that a child can get infected.” She explained that while infants can also get infected with COVID-19, most show DOCTOR CALLS FOR merely mild symptoms like a cough, fever, breathing difficulties and/or gastrointesti- nal problems while about a quarter of them will show no symptoms at all. “It is very VACCINATION OF INFANTS rare for some children to become severely ill and to need hospitalization or intensive • Says a quarter of infected infants will show no symptoms care treatment,” Dr Falama said. She warned that babies under the age • 12 infants have so far died from COVID complications of one year are more at risk of severe illness than older children. “This is because infants’ immune systems are not fully de- • President Masisi says children’s vaccines have been ordered veloped and their airways are smaller,” Dr Falama said. At MoH, Nyanga says a series of preventative measures are being intensified to reduce transmission of COVID-19 infection from mothers to babies. “Public education on the COVID-19 preventative measures is being intensified through media platforms and community involvement, among others,” Nyanga said. This is because it has been realised that infants generally acquire COVID-19 from their caretakers, hence interventions that empower caretakers with education about COVID-19 have been devised, he added. “It is believed that this will help reduce the COVID-19 burden among infants,” said Nyanga. “The emphasis of public education for caretakers is on hand hygiene, mask wearing, social distancing, use of sanitizers, maintaining a clean home environment and reduction of movement re- GAZETTE REPORTER that 12 babies under the age of 12 months of the COVID-19 pandemic in Botswana duction.” have succumbed to COVID-19 since last early last year. In his last national address recently, Pres- private medical expert, Dr Lesedi year. Falama says vaccinating infants and ba- ident Mokgweetsi Masisi said the country Falama, has appealed to the gov- According to the Chief Public Relations bies would reduce their mortality. She not- had already ordered children’s vaccines. Aernment to ensure that infants are Officer of the Ministry of Health and Well- ed that infants have a good innate immune “Botswana is simultaneously negotiating vaccinated in order to reduce their chances ness, Christopher Nyanga, a total of 1 764 system while adults have an over reactive for additional doses from several compa- of succumbing to COVID-19. infants were infected with COVID-19. Of immune system. nies,” the President said. “The negotiations This is because babies under one year this number, 12 have died. “This is why the virus affects adults include vaccines for children under 12 of age are more at risk of infection with Nyanga said the District Health Manage- more than infants but this does not rule out years old. Our plan is to pre purchase doses COVID-19 and severe illness than older ment Teams (DHMT) in Greater Gaborone the possibly of infants getting the virus,” for children even before the clinical trials children. have had the highest number of both in- she said in a telephone interview. “Babies are completed.” Dr Falama’s appeal comes after the gov- fections and deaths countrywide, with 480 can get infected but they are building an ernment revealed to The Botswana Gazette infections and 3 deaths since the outbreak immune system, so it does not rule out the SA to demand answers about P100bn lie • Justice ministry says they have seen the ruling and will be seeking clarity from Botswana them. The accusations which were levelled against us for refusing to • Will also demand answers why Botswana ignored bilateral protocols assist with information are base- • Khama tells SA that “ours is a banana republic masquerading as a government” less as a result of the judgement.” Former president Ian Khama fol- The South African government lowed Phiri in the same interview was implicated in the case for al- and described President Mokg- legedly refusing to cooperate before weetsi Masisi’s administration as the government here eventually en- “a regime masquerading as gov- gaged the services of the rightwing ernment” and had turned Botswa- Afrikaner organization AfriForum na into a banana republic. to press South Africa to release in- He accused Masisi of having formation. strained the two countries’ bi- Phiri said in an interview with lateral relations, saying Khama SABC yesterday: “Now that the would do all he can to restore the High Court has ruled on the mat- two countries’ relations that were ter that this case is a fabrication, harmonised by their two previous we will seek clarity from our sister presidents. nation. Of particular concern is that Khama and his co-accused are they had sought to engage with us suing the state for defamation and through rightwing Afrikaner organ- are demanding millions of pula. It isation, AfriForum, instead of going TEFO PHEAGE is expected that their suit will be ceived the judgement of the P100 through the SADC protocol or bilat- boosted by the High Court judge- billion case which has been de- eral and diplomatic processes.” spokesman of the South ment which has ruled that the states clared a fabrication by the courts in Phiri added that they are very African Ministry of Justice case was fabricated to secure pros- Botswana and will be engaging the much concerned about the matter. and Correctional Services, ecution against an innocent citi- A Botswana government on the mat- “We are taking it up with Botswana Chrispin Phiri, says they have re- zen, Welheminah Maswabi, code ter. and we hope to get a response from named “Butterfly.” Page 12 news Wednesday 25 August 2021 The Botswana Gazette

The Botswana Gazette Page 12 Wednesday 25 August 2021 Opinion Forum SINCE 1984 Whither social media news outlets?

s our brick-and-mortar world recedes into a virtual land- scape, Botswana, like every other country on the planet, Ais seeing proliferation of fly-by-night social media platforms that churn out what purported to be news items within the blink of an eye. Most of what is being put out is at most unau- thenticated and lacks editorial scrutiny. That they violate basic ethics and the core tenets of journalism is an understatement. But use of social-media in Botswana has doubled over the years. According to the latest Afrobarometer survey, more than a third of Batswana (34%) now use Facebook, Twitter, What- sApp, or other social media every day as sources of news. The study investigated use of social media in Botswana between 2014 and now. The survey shows that daily use of social media for news is significantly higher among citizens with post-secondary education, the youngest respondents (53% of those aged 18-26), and urban residents (50%). It also found that most of the people who use social media daily as source of news are men. Today, social media reigns supreme in information dissemi- nation. When it comes to fighting COVID-19, the Internet and Does Our Kgotla social media have been a double-edged sword. The government and public health officials have used Twitter, WhatsApp, Face- book and other social media to reach large numbers of people quickly and efficiently and with information on how to stay healthy and limit spread of the virus. In the same vein, digital networks have allowed people to stay in touch and some businesses to operate in the face of lockdowns and social-distancing Need To Evolve? guidelines. But these technologies have also facilitated the spread of mis- Progress is not an antithesis of culture but its ally, writes THATO CHUMA information by people who take to these platforms with half- baked information and outright fake news. Besides polarising hen it comes to cultural values and prac- ers see it as a virtue for it to be dynamic. By any an already anxious society, most of these content platforms do tices, contesting perspectives have often moral measure, it would be fair to state that perhaps not understand news values, integrity of information and sensi- Wsurfaced over the years. Since our inde- both these perspectives can co-exist. Gender Studies tivities that needs to be observed before publication. As a result, pendence, Botswana’s societal centrepoint, the Kgot- academic at the University of Botswana, Dr. Portia there is massive weaponisation of these platforms and cyber la, has steadily sustained its principles while our out- Loeto, says the Kgotla ought to be more flexible in its bullying of ordinary citizens that goes unchecked on these plat- look and beliefs became noticeably less traditional. considerations. “I find it problematic that the Kgotla forms. As intriguing as this shift in attitudes has been, it has not evolved when it is a crucial aspect in our cul- Scrutiny and criticism are a core component of free expres- did not occur by itself and has birthed tensions that tures,” says Dr. Loeto. sion, bullying the public and victimising those who hold differ- now beg the question of whether the Kgotla needs to “It remains insulated from change. We know that ing views violates ethical media values that ought to be resisted evolve. historically, visibility leans more on men than women by society. The recent tension in which women were report- in this space, yet this has not changed. We know that In Botswana and much of the rest of Africa where messag- edly restricted from being administered COVID-19 it is entrenched in patriarchal views which have not ing was often centralised and free expression limited in the first vaccines if they were not wearing skirts or dresses shifted. A lot of these functions were not questioned decades of independence, the Internet and social media now has brought this issue to the fore. In the result, the in the past, but now we see more people question- provide individuals and organisations with new opportunities to lens has shifted towards repression of women’s liber- ing and redefining things. People are evolving but the share points of view and information that holds governments to ties in the context of culture as a whole. institutions around them are not. We keep changing account without the fear of gatekeepers and narrative spinners. In an era of conversations revolving around inclu- our perspectives as people and we teach that culture Still, this has to be done ethically. The cyber bullying and the sivity and accommodating others, the Kgotla seems is dynamic, yet our reality says otherwise.” proliferation of fake news and pseudo journalists are so appall- an institution at odds with the times. Traditionally, Speaking on aspects that our cultures can do with- ing that they are about to become a national crisis if not nipped the essence of the Kgotla is ingrained in its function out, Dr. Loeto asserts that our traditional institutions in the bud through fact checking and collective resistance. as a safe space. It is praised as a place of consulta- are not revisionist but need to be. “We need to de- Social media is also widely of used as the launch pad political tion and dispute resolution, serving as a court and a construct the ideas around what makes a woman and weapons. Afrobarometer says that unfettered Internet and social forum of various cultural signifiers such as seasonal what makes a man,” she says. “It is a form of control media have this dark underside of messages designed to misin- celebrations and day-to-day activities. to deny people access to essential things because of form, discriminate and polarise. “When fears are heightened, at In theory, this is a space that accommodates all re- what they are wearing as it obscures things that truly election times or during pandemics, these threats are magnified. gardless of creed, class or gender. Its value system is matter. Fact-checking and ‘digital literacy’ initiatives will go only so set in enhancing peace in the community. However, “We need to challenge things that do not match our far, and calls for government censorship will likely grow,” he due to its patriarchal influences, women are often way of thinking and consider if at all they benefit us. pan-African research network says. disgruntled because some of its regulations under- For bogosi and the Kgotla to be more inclusive, they But it is also the responsibility of individuals to choose what mine their humanity. For a space that extends a warm need to start looking at themselves to see what needs to do with the information that they find on these social media embrace and equal measure to all, the undertones of to be amputated and look around to see what needs news sites. The point is that creation and development of social gender inequality cannot simply be ignored. to be incorporated that would welcome inclusivity. media seems to satisfy a very deep biological need for clout, While introduction of dresses and trousers was They are part of a society that is constantly changing, and Botswana is no exception. of colonial influence, policing how we are dressed so why are they not also changing? When we do not Many governments have been at loggerheads with WhatsApp is something which culture places considerable em- interrogate our institutions? We deny them progress.” for over two years on the issue of tracing the originator of mes- phasis. It is regarded appropriate and respectable to Culture does not exist in a vacuum. It exists within sages on the platform. The Facebook-owned firm has in the past wear a dress as a woman in the presence of elders a sphere that is influenced by other factors such as refused to comply with governments’ requests to trace the ori- and men. The basic conception here is that men and personal values and a nation’s laws. In this light, the gin of a fake message, stating that the move would undermine women are not of equal worth. If the Kgotla truly Kgotla should have a better explanation of maintain- the private nature of the platform. In the end, we can only say aims at uniting and restoring people, why then does ing its values beyond ‘this is our culture’. If we are those who read social media news should know that they are it cling to discriminatory principles such as that of to see any value in our traditions, those traditions doing so at their own peril and ask them to take whatever they clothing in a time that is more open to versatility? should extend status and privilege to women. Prog- read with a pinch of salt. Some believe that this institution should not bend its ress is not an antithesis of culture but its ally. rules in the interests of ‘modern values’ while oth- THATO CHUMA

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TEFO PHEAGE give citizens a “lift” out of Afghanistan. “This is common diplomatic practice particularly he Minister of International Affairs and Co- in situations where we’ve got very few nationals operation, Dr Lemogang Kwape has said requiring assistance,” Dirco spokesperson, Clayson Tthat he is still yet to ascertain whether Bo- Monyela, was quoted by the South African media tswana has any citizens in Afghanistan after the as saying. Taliban seized control of the country recently. Monyela explained that direct evacuation of “We are very concerned,” Minister Kwape told South Africans from Afghanistan could be done The Botswana Gazette. “I am not aware of Batswa- under circumstances where their lives were under na living in Afghanistan but I will confirm with our threat and that such decisions would have to be Property Sale By Asian desk.” taken by the National Security Council. Countries have been evacuating their nationals Western media reports say following the US mil- from Afghanistan after the country fell back into itary withdrawal, Taliban militants made rapid ad- Taliban control following American President Joe vances causing widespread panic across the coun- Owner Or Agent: Biden’s decision to withdraw US troops from the try and forcing many to flee. country. Biden urged Afghanistan’s leaders to unite and The United States invaded Afghanistan and top- “fight for their nation”. The Taliban militants have pled the Taliban government of the Islamic republic now taken control of the government but face a in December 2001. daunting challenge of being recognized by the in- Which Is Better? The South African government’s Department of ternational community despite having promised to International Relations and Co-operation (Dirco) be different this time around by respecting lives Neltah Tshepiso Mosimanegape last week said it was in talks with other countries to and human rights.

There are pros and cons to selling your property either by yourself, as a landlord/property landlord, or through an agent. Now, when I say ‘agent,’ I am referring to a Real Estate Institute of Botswana (REIB) and Real Estate Advisory Council (REAC) individual who practices professionally and legally abides by the laws of the Real Estate Professionals (REP) Act. Here are a few pros and cons of selling your property yourself versus having it listed with a profes- POSITION: Senior Consultant - Pension Consulting sional agent. SALE BY OWNER Quote: Ref SC-PC Pros • Selling your property by yourself gives you full control of the Minet Botswana Retirement Solutions is looking for an individual to join the Pension Consulting team. The role will be at whole property sale process. Senior Consultant level, reporting to the Consulting Manager. • If you sell your property successfully, you do not have to pay any commission, typically 5%, to any third party (i.e. the agent). Key performance areas: Some sellers may engage ‘fly-by-nighters’ who offer a lower commission to sell their property. However, there have been so Under the supervision of your Manager; many incidences of landowners being ripped off by these ille- gally trading individuals. So this point is both a pro and con. • Co-ordinate Trustee meetings – invite participants, draw agenda, timely submit Trustee meeting report packs, take Cons and submit reviewed minutes to Trustees, follow up on action items (internal departments and external service providers); • On the same accord, as the seller, you will be responsible for the • Share regulatory information with client and regularly update the Regulator in respect of Trustee information; marketing, conducting viewings, vetting of prospects, prepar- • Keep up to date with developments and changes to the applicable legislation and compliance requirements; • Renewal of pension fund professional indemnity cover per set timeframes; ing offer letters, making visits to the departments such as the • Conduct pre-retirement counselling deeds registry to transfer the property. Sounds time and energy- • Formulate and conduct member presentations; • Co-ordinate and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure superior client service; consuming, right? • Submit pre-audit requirements within the stipulated timeframes; SALE THROUGH AN AGENT/AGENCY • Draft correspondence for review by CM eg newsletters, trustee reports, member booklets, letters to clients; • Assist in on-boarding new clients including drafting of Fund Rules in conformity to the adopted benefit structure Pros • Maintain an up to date status report on the fund registration process in respect of Rules, Rule Amendments and • Property agents have an academic certificate and undergo a one- other regulatory requirements • Support the CM in new business bids and tenders; year apprenticeship programme to perfect their craft as agents. • Ensure service providers are compliant with regulatory requirements. Agents are fully trained in the property purchasing process from • Maintain an up to date database of all Fund documentation. start to finish. They handle all the nitty-gritties of the process, Critical Competencies relieving sellers of the stress and frustration of completing a sale. • Attention to Detail • Agents ensure that the interests of the property owner are priori- • Excellent communication skills • Interpersonal Skills tised as agents earn on a commission basis. Therefore, ensuring • Handling Pressure and Time Management Skills a quicker sale benefits both the agent and property owner. • Conflict Resolution • People management • Agencies usually have a database of parties already looking for • Continuous improvement buyers of properties. Therefore, the chances of finding a buyer • Conscious of compliance-related deliverables and deadlines quicker increases as there is a larger pool of prospective buyers. Cons Qualification & Experience • A certain level of co-operation between the agent and the client • Degree in a business-related field or equivalent with the property owners is necessary, especially when access- • Certificate of Proficiency (COP), Retirement Funds • IISA/CFP will be an added advantage ing the property and providing the necessary documentation. A • 4 years experience in the Retirement Funds Industry lack of such co-operation, even if you are selling by yourself, can stall the sale. Interested applicants must send their curriculum vitae, certified copies of educational qualifications and Omang directly LIST YOUR PROPERTY WITH US. CONTACT ACCRED- to [email protected]. The closing date is September 10 2021. ITED PROPERTY SELLERS. Contact Tempest Gold on 72196950 to engage trusted and registered property agents to sell your properties. The Botswana Gazette Wednesday 25 August 2021 advertisement Page 15

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BUAN Enterprises (Pty) Ltd, a company owned by Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (BUAN), invites reputable and experienced entities (Companies, Joint Ventures, Consortiums, Partnerships) in the private sector to collaborate in commercial agriculture enterprises. The entities are required to have the capability to develop controlled Horticulture, Piggery and Poultry Projects.

The aim is to establish profit driven sustainable Horticulture, Piggery and Poultry projects with daily operations, maintenance, technical management, knowledge administration, skills transfer and mentoring of BUAN Graduates under BUAN Enterprises. The projects are to be setup at the BUAN Notwane Farm in the Content Farm in Sebele.

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BoB Maintains Bank Rate At 4.5%

the upward adjustment in domestic fuel prices in July Says it does not see any inflationary pressures in the 2021,” it said. “However, inflation is projected to revert to within short to medium term the objective range in the second quarter of 2022, mainly on account of the dissipating impact of the recent GAZETTE REPORTER for second round effects and entrenched expectations (for upward adjustment in value added tax (VAT) and ad- example, through price adjustments by businesses, con- ministered prices from the inflation calculation, which t a meeting held recently, the Bank of Botswana’s tractors, property owners and wage negotiations), would altogether contributed 5.2 percentage points to the cur- (BoB) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) de- not normally attract monetary policy response,” the cen- rent level of inflation.” Acided to maintain the Bank Rate at 4.5 percent, a tral bank noted. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), which com- statement from the central bank says. “In this context, the MPC decided to continue with the prises BoB senior staff and advisers, guides monetary BoB took the decision because its projections show accommodative monetary policy stance and maintain the policy within the framework and objectives set out in that the economy will operate below full capacity in the Bank Rate at 3.75 percent. The Bank stands ready to re- the annual Monetary Policy Statement. This, among short to medium term and will not therefore create any spond appropriately as conditions dictate.” others, involves setting the policy rate (Bank Rate) but inflationary pressures, going forward, the statement ex- BoB added that inflation rose from 8.2 percent in June may also include review of other instruments of mon- plained. to 8.9 percent in July 2021, remaining above the upper etary policy. “The projected increase in inflation in the short term is bound of the Bank’s medium-term objective range of 3 - The Bank Rate is the rate charged by the central bank primarily due to transitory supply side factors that, except 6 percent. “The latest increase in inflation mainly reflects for lending funds to commercial banks.

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INSURANCE I FINANCIAL PLANNING & ADVISORY I RETIREMENT I INVESTMENT Botswana Life Insurance Limited is a member of the BIHL Group The Botswana Gazette Wednesday 25 August 2021 business Page 17 Canadian Miner Discovers New Mineralised Horizon In Botswana Project The company’s strategy is to become a low-carbon footprint producer of high-purity electrolytic manganese precursor materials used by battery The company’s strategy is to become a low-carbon mineralisation below overburden material and define drill footprint producer of high-purity electrolytic manganese targets, following prior geophysical surveys highlighting manufacturers for the expanding precursor materials used by battery manufacturers for the several anomalies indicating potential mineralisation,” expanding electric vehicle market. Giyani stated. electric vehicle market. According to a recent statement from the company, the “The field work for the survey has been completed and B Horizon discovered during the K. Hill Project FS in- the consultant will deliver the results and accompanying GAZETTE REPORTER drill programme has not been included in any previous report at the end of the third quarter 2021. Initial results resource estimates for the K. Hill Project. The company show IP anomalies clearly corresponding to high grade anadian miner Giyani Metals’ K. Hill Project also noted that it is analysing the data with its technical mineralisation. Targets identified will be followed up FS infill drill programme has resulted in dis- consultants with respect to its inclusion in the upcoming with a drilling campaign of around 3,000m to commence Ccovery of a new mineralised horizon (B Ho- resource and reserve statement for the K. Hill Project. in the fourth quarter 2021.” rizon) located below the main ore body, which is be- Giyani Metals stated that the revised K. Hill Extension Otse is located approximately 40km east of the K. Hill ing assessed for inclusion in the company’s envisaged drill programme completed 26 reverse circulation drill Project. mineral resource and reserve statement, The Botswana holes for a total of 1,803m. “This programme has also Commented Giyani CEO, Robin Birchall, on the dis- Gazette has established. intersected a significant new mineralised horizon, which coveries: “The exploration work at the K. Hill Project, Giyani is a mineral resource company focused on ad- will be further explored with follow-up diamond drill- the K. Hill Extension and Otse has exceeded our early vancement of its manganese assets within the Kanye ing,” it stated. expectations. The discovery of the B Horizon at K. Hill Basin in southeastern part of Botswana. Its Kanye Basin It announced that it conducted an induced polarisation Project and the newly identified mineralised horizon at Prospects include the past producing Kgwakgwe Hill (IP) survey at its Otse project over an area of approxi- the K. Hill Extension have the potential to add materi- Mine and Project, referred to as the K. Hill Project, as mately 50 hectares, focusing on two areas surrounding al tonnage to our existing resource base of 1.7 million well as the Otse and the Lobatse Manganese Prospects, historical pits in the southern portion of the prospect. tonnes for the wider K. Hill Project, increasing project both of which have seen historical mining activities. “The survey’s objective was to detect manganese oxide life and ultimately enhancing the NPV.” MVA Acquires Part of Railpark Mall

“Furthermore, no public interest concerns have been iden- CCA says no public interest concerns have been identified tified,” CCA noted in a statement released recently. The acquirer, MVA, is a fund established as a body corporate under Section 3 of the Motor Vehicle Accident Fund Act No. 15 of 2007 of the Laws of the Republic of Bo- tswana. MVA already has sharesin Riverwalk Mall, Airport Junction Mall, Game City Mall, Masa Square and various small to medium sized shopping malls in Botswana. The target enterprise, JTTM Properties, is owned by Botswana Railways (BR) Properties (Pty) Ltd and BRO. BRO holds 96.838 percent shares in JTTM Properties while the remaining 3.162 percent is held by BR Properties. The target enterprise, JTTM Properties, is owned by Bo- tswana Railways (BR) Properties (Pty) Ltd and BRO. BRO holds 96.838 percent shares in JTTM Properties while the GAZETTE REPORTER CCA is a body responsible for prevention of and redress remaining 3.162 percent is held by BR Properties. BRO for anti-competitive practices in the economy, removal of is a statutory corporation established under the Botswana otswana Motor Vehicle Accident Fund (MVA) will constraints on free play of competition in the market, as soon have a 10 percent stake in JTTM Properties, Railways Act to offer seamless, rail-based transport logis- well as protection of consumer rights by means of investi- the property investment vehicle which owns the tics solutions to its customers. B gation, prohibition and control of unfair business practices. Railpark Mall, The Botswana Gazette can reveal. BR Properties is a 100 percent subsidiary of BRO whose This comes after the Competition and Consumer Au- According to the CCA, through analysis of the facts of core mandate is to unlock the potential of BR’s real es- thority (CCA) decided to unconditionally approve the the merger, they determined that the proposed transaction tate through sound property management and development proposed acquisition of 10 percent issued share capital of between the companies is not likely to result in preven- practices. JTTM Properties is a property investment vehi- JTTM Properties by MVA from Botswana Railways Or- tion or substantial lessening of competition or endanger cle which owns the Railpark Mall development, a shopping ganisation (BRO). continuity of the services offered in the relevant market. complex in Gaborone. Page 18 business Wednesday 25 August 2021 The Botswana Gazette Botswana Food Imports Amounted To P823.8m in May

GAZETTE REPORTER ated, containing added sugar or other sweetening mat- “Investments in arable ter or flavored at 19.2 percent. tatistics Botswana says Botswana’s food imports Botswana Investment and Trade Centre (BITC) clas- during the month of May amounted to P823.8 mil- agriculture will; stimulate sifies the country as a Net Food Importing Develop- Slion, which was 11.1 percent of the country’s total ing Country (NFIDC) with the opportunity to increase imports of P7.4 billion during the same month. private sector development, domestic production of basic foodstuffs, particularly “Beverages, Spirits & Vinegar accounted for 20.3 per- cereals (grain sorghum and maize) and pulses. “Cereal cent of food imports, followed by Cereals & Preparations create employment, create national demand stands at 200 000 tons per year, of of Cereals, Flour, Starch or Milk; Pastry Cooks’ Products which only 17 percent is supplied through local pro- with 14.7 percent and 7.6 percent, respectively,” Statis- value-addition opportunities, duction,” notes BITC. tics Botswana noted in a recent statement. “Investments in arable agriculture will; stimulate “The most imported types of Beverages, Spirits & Vin- and enhance food security and private sector development, create employment, create egar during this month were Beer made from Malt at 29.7 value-addition opportunities, and enhance food secu- percent, followed by Waters; including mineral and aer- ultimately exports.” rity and ultimately exports.”

for mercy and forgiveness.” Joshua assured that the “faith tools” will rescue users from the curse of affliction, financial crisis, business failure, career failure among others. “The new anointing water – never a sickness it cannot heal, never an affliction it cannot cure, never a problem it cannot solve, in Jesus’ name!” However, medical science is unaware of anointing oil’s efficacy in COVID-19 treatment. Some religious leaders were among people who made some of the most outra- geous statements about the pandemic. One of the claims that they made, which drew laughter and concern in equal measure from members of the public, was that anointing oil could insulate their followers from the pandemic. This claim has been discredited by medical experts who insist that anointing oil is not medicinal and even accuse the clerics of using it to mislead their flocks. Nevertheless, some religionists are still glued to their beliefs. Profes- sor Emeritus of Physiology at the College of Medicine, University of Lagos, Olusoga Sofola, has expressed doubt over the possibility of anointing oil destroying the CO- VID-19 virus. “As a doctor and practicing Christian, I do not believe it is Botswana received 81900 doses of Pfizer vaccine on 20 August 2021. Botswana Vice President Slumber Tsogwane received the consign- possible. I believe it is part of ment from USA ambassador to Botswana Craig Cloud. Minister of health and wellness Dr Edwin Dikoloti and his assistant Sethomo Lelatisitswe were present.(Pic:Monirul Bhuiyan/PRESS PHOTO) the ways that these Pentecostal practitioners are using to mislead Miracle Water And Anointing their flock. There are several stories in the news of pastors that have Oil In The Face Of COVID-19 died following COVID-19 infection.” While some pastors swear by the presence of the Holy Spirit in the anointing oil and “As a medical doctor, I do not believe that anointing oil can destroy the COVID-19 virus because it is not scien- healing water that they peddle, others say these are given in order to establish contact with tific,” he said. “The scientific basis of infection is the entry of the virus through the nose and going ahead to infect demons for a breakthrough body tissues. There is nowhere in this transmission that JOHN CHURU they sought the impeccable healing powers of the late anointing oil can prevent.” Prophet Temitope Joshua at his shrine for the coveted Sofola, who is also president of the African Association And they cast out many demons and anointed with miracle blessings, including anointing water and anointing of Physiological Sciences (AAPS) and council member, oil many who were sick and healed them,” so reads oils. Batswana, including government ministers and MPs, International Union of Physiological Sciences (IUPS), “the Bible at Mark 6:13. It is now going for two years would also go there time and again. added: “As a doctor and practicing Christian, I do not be- since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic and the pur- During the early stages of the virus, the founder of The lieve it is possible. I believe it is part of the ways that these veyors of the gospel of the miracle water and the much Synagogue Church of All Nations, Temitope Joshua, re- Pentecostal practitioners are using to mislead their flock. touted anointing oil are conspicuous by their absence. leased anointing water and car sticker tagged “Not Mine There are several stories in the news of pastors that have The fact that to-date a sizeable number of the clergy and But God’s Own” to fight the coronavirus and other- ail died following COVID-19 infection.” other church leaders have been vaccinated since the start of ments. The SCOAN founder said he was mandated to re- Speaking in the local media a while ago, two leaders the vaccination programme is a complete departure from lease the “faith tools” after a long period at a prayer moun- church leaders poured scorn on the efficacy of these holy the healing sermons of a year or so ago which encouraged tain where he went to seek God’s face for the cure of the waters. According to Pastor Michael Sihambe of Fountain administration of anointing oils and healing water in order afflictions facing the world. of Christ Ministries, placing faith on anointed stuff is noth- to cure diseases. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, congre- “Let us talk about cure because of what is in this pro- ing but superstition that is not different from relying on the gations believed in the healing power of the anointing oils phetic message for this year, 2021 – cure of affliction. This charms of witchdoctors. “Witchdoctors keep their clients that were readily available in these churches, especially the is why the Lord gave me these faith tools – the new anoint- coming by telling them who is bewitching them and what so-called ‘fire churches.’ ing water and the new anointing sticker, tagged ‘Not Mine they should use or bathe with to escape their curses,” Si- An estimated 60,000 Batswana queued up to get miracle But God’s Own,’” Joshua intoned, adding that the world hambe said. “Pastors who sell anointed things aren’t any water and miracle oil from popular South African pastor has deteriorated to a level that neighbours no longer trust different.” Stephen Zondo when he was at Ditshupo Hall in Gaborone each other. Another elder, Apostle Mothusi Mmereki of Zion Ap- during a three-day crusade by his church, Rivers of Living “We need a sign to show that this new anointing wa- ostolic Church, cautions people to refrain from patronis- Water Ministry. The miracle water goes for P10, P25 and ter and anointing sticker came from God. In Judges 6:17, ing the sale of anointed oils and other “odd items”, saying P50, depending on the quantity. Church elder Leka Mofo- Gideon said to the Lord, ‘Give me a sign to show that you the practice is satanic. Mmereki says that in the spiritual keng says it is not just water. “It is anointed water, prayed are the one talking to me.’ In like manner, we need a sign realm, objects like anointing water and oils are given to for by the man himself at a secluded location,” he says. today because the world is full of confusion and disbelief. Many faithfuls made numerous trips to Nigeria where As you receive this anointing water, set aside a day to ask establish contact with demons for a breakthrough. The Botswana Gazette Wednesday 25 August 2021 timeout Page 19

T1 The Botswana Gazette Wednesday 25 August 2021 Gov’t sets aside P500K for BOMU Awards • Awards moved to September • Artists can also look forward to World Expo Dubai GOSEGO MOTSUMI

he inaugural virtual Botswana Musicians Union (BOMU) Awards, originally scheduled for 31 July 2021, are now slated for September 2021, the Minister of TYouth, Sports and Culture (MYSC), Tumiso Rakgare, told Parliament recently. Minister Rakgare disclosed that the government has pledged P500 000 for this year’s annual awards that will honour and celebrate Botswana musicians and creatives who recorded and commercialized new music between 1 January 2019 and April 2021. “The majority of funds will go towards prizes for artists,” he said. “The ministry considers BOMU as a key stakeholder in engaging artists on all matters pertaining to the music industry. This is one of the ministry’s interventions to support the sector and avoid its total collapse.” According to the minister, beginning in March 2022 and culminating on Botswana Na- tional Day on 30 September, creatives can also look forward to celebrating their country with the world. Several Botswana artists are expected to participate in a six-month long exposition on a rotational basis. Besides performing at events hosted by Botswana, local artists will have other opportunities by organizers of the expo to perform alongside international artists for exposure and networking opportunities. An estimated 114 local artists will perform at the six-month long expo. Botswana creatives will also get to participate in the upcoming World Expo 2020 Dubai, which was postponed last year due to the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Minister Rakgare said the Dubai exposition will run for six months from the 1st October 2021 to 31st March 2022, hosting 190 countries with an estimated 25 million visitors. This will create an international market for locally produced goods and services and simultaneously showcase Botswana’s artistic talent. “Marketing and sale of arts and crafts will be a major part of the World Expo 2020,” Rakgare said. “The ministry has since collected arts and crafts from producers across the country, including basketry, leatherwork, beadwork, pottery, wire sculptures, woodcarvings and fashion design garments. The arts and crafts have been collected from 220 artists with a total value of P988 567. These will be sold at the exposition to generate income for the crafts producers.” BOSJE announces “Her,” Botswana’s first-ever Women’s Month Concert The organizers says it’s about celebrating though jazz the nize and celebrate women in Botswana a special performance by the BOSJE band. and to showcase inspiring contributions The “Her” livestream concert will air amazing ad crucial role that women play in society of female artists in the music industry in exclusively on the Facebook platform, em- Botswana. powering Botswana female artists to make “As BOSJE, we are thrilled to host this their mark in exciting new disruptive ways amazing event to recognize women and with a thrilling virtual experience. the crucial role that they play in our so- Mogami concluded: “With all that is ciety and industry as a whole,” said the happening in the world right now, it is Founding Director f BOSJE, Akhutleleng important to take a pause from the chaos Mogami. and uplift people’s spirits with our tal- “Through this initiative, we hope to tell ents. Through the power of music, which ‘Her’ story through the arts and shine a is a subject that is close to my heart, we spotlight on ‘Her’ talent and legacy in an really hope to make a difference by not effort to empower ‘Her’ and the young only acknowledging the greatness that lies women that follow.” in women but also by giving a memorable This concert will feature performances experience for our viewers.” for an unforgettable experience by Bo- Tickets for the “Her” concert are priced tswana’s leading women in the music in- at P50 apiece and can be purchased from dustry. The line up for “Her” include Sa- the Botswana Society for Jazz Education he Botswana Society for Jazz Edu- commemoration of Women’s Month for cation (BOSJE) has announced 28 August. mantha Mogwe, Jembesoul, Ms. Abbey, through: 72234740 or bosjebw@gmail. Ttheir first-ever music concert in Titled “Her,” the virtual aims to recog- Filwe, Jonjobike, Sebaga and Chello and com. Page 20 timeout Wednesday 25 August 2021 The Botswana Gazette Even so, the appointment of the new board members has left divided opinions and ruffled feathers among some creatives. While others opined that the new board needed the chance to prove themselves others felt disappointed. Their bone of contention is that most of the selected members have not been active in the creative industry advocacy. While they might have the relevant qualifications, they have never displayed their commitment to grow the arts and therefore didn’t inspire confidence to start doing a great job. “The important question is are they dis- ruptors? We need people who can inspire people, a role model who understands what is going on the ground. We need that mix. Government chose strong represen- tatives and I can’t say the same about the creatives, they don’t inspire greatness and confidence,” said a creative who commented on terms on anonymity. “We are spoilt for choice when it comes to the people who would be a good fit for the board positions. The likes of Tonderai Tsara, Thobo Kerekang, Seabelo Mod- Appointment of new board ibe, Zenzele Hirshfeld, Tshepiso ‘Kast’ Molapise are among the few that come to mind.” The Botswana Entertainment Promoters draws bittersweet reactions Association (BEPA) released a statement on the appointment of the new board. While they lauded the ministry for their • The new board has ruffled feathers among some creatives tative, Vuyelwa Segokgo – MNIG Repre- efforts in establishing the highly antici- • BEPA releases a statement on the appointment sentative and Keitseng Monyatsi - MITI pated council they highlighted that it was Representative. not a healthy mix of people from different “As I promised during debate and pre- arts disciplines. GOSEGO MOTSUMI have a good mix of skills in academia, sentation of the Bill, I have employed Said the president of BEPA, Gilbert intellectual property management, Hu- a transparent process in appointing the Seagile: “Although we would have liked a hile creatives celebrate the man Resource Management, Finance and Board. An expression of interest was flight- representation from our sector, we are hap- establishment of the National Accounting and practical music and arts ed by PEEPA and 148 applications were py that this milestone has been achieved Arts Council of Botswana, experience. W received, following which a shortlist of 15 and we look forward to contributing and Minister of MYSC’s announcements of Former Botswana Tourism Organisa- applicants were presented to me for selec- working positively with the new board.” the council’s new board members last tion CEO, Thabo Dithebe is the new tion,” Rakgare said. The National Arts Council of Botswana week left a bittersweet taste among cre- Chairperson and other members include “Establishment of the Secretariat is Act came into effect on the 17th Septem- atives. Tumiso Rakgare announced the artist with Human Resource background an important first step in this process. To ber 2020. The Council is set up to coor- new board members when delivering a Tebatso Hule, Mogomotsi Mokgosi who achieve this, a Consultant has been en- dinate and regulate the Arts and Culture statement on the state of the creative in- has finance background, actress Lerato gaged to develop the Organisational Struc- Sector, promote good corporate gover- dustry last week Friday in Parliament. Motshwarakgole, Arts specialist Reginald ture, Job Effectiveness Descriptions, Grad- nance, facilitate cultural exchanges with The National Arts Council of Botswana Bakwena, music artist Mmaphala Let- ing and Remuneration of the employees of other countries and stakeholders, advise Act provides for appointment of an 11 satle, Connie Rapoo, Joel Thuto from the the Council. This process is expected to Government on matters relating to arts member Board to provide strategic direc- Ministry of Presidential affairs (MOPAG- be completed before the end of November and culture, and facilitate commercializa- tion and leadership for a three year peri- PA), Thabo Molebatsi MYSC Represen- 2021.” tion of arts and culture activities, among od. Rakgare said the appointed members others. “Debbie with a T” to star as Rafiki in Disney’s The Lion King Versatile Motswana artist is off to Paris with love for the classic musical international markets. beats, Jembesoul as well as Shay of Blain “I feel excited, anxious and nervous and Shay fame. at the same time but I’m really looking Her activity in the local music scene in- forward to learning and growing in this cludes performing in bands such as WDP, creative space with the international con- opening for Joss Stone with The Contra- text,” she said. bandits, headlining her own show at Mai- “Speaking and singing in French will tisong Festival and entertaining patrons undoubtedly be another hurdle but one at corporate events such as The Debeers that will be a valuable asset to my char- Entrepreneurs Catalyst. acter once I master it. Debbie with a T is Her musical peers have expressed joy ready to take on Europe!” in this big break in her career. “The tal- Debbie with a T is no stranger to the lo- ent that Tebogo is deserves to shine bright cal industry, having done theatrical and for the world to see. They couldn’t have musical productions such a Summer of picked a better artist to join the cast of The ‘79 directed by Sharon Dutton, Strings of Lion King. We will all surely miss her dy- Southern Africa, Exodus Live Poetry, Bye namic voice and boisterous character. We Bye Birdie by Stuart White and Battling wish her all the best in her new journey,” the Divas by Aldo Brincat as well as other said Leroy Nyoni of the crossover jazz smaller projects. group, WDP. She has always had a passion for the- Debbie with a T left local audiences atre, having studied dramatic arts at Tsh- with a final virtual performance showcas- wane University of Technology in Preto- ing music from her anticipated EP, “Self.” ria, South Africa. The performance was live online via the Her talent extends beyond theatre as All Things Musical Live FaceBook last Debbie with a T once peaked at No. 2 on Saturday. It featured cameo performanc- the local R&B charts with her debut single, es by Yama Nominee Ms Abbey, Yarona ocal soul artist “Debbie with a T,” formally Tebogo Gaetsewe, is set to fly the Bo- “Letsatsi,” released in 2018. This landed FM’s Zuziwe Mavuma, 267Shay of Blain tswana flag high when she joins the cast of Disney’s The Lion King in September. her other collaborations with artists and and Shay Fame, as well as Freestyle Fri- LSuch a casting continues to give other Batswana artists hope to break through to producers such as Andy Batshogile, Juz- days host, Enter Aether. The Botswana Gazette Wednesday 25 August 2021 timeout Page 21 reotypes and write her own life story. Says Mack: “So many times, we “Girls that Make it to the Top” know of our capabilities, but we un- fortunately do nothing or take mini- mal action to ensure that our capabili- coincides with women’s month ties become a reality. We live in an era where people are hopeless about • The new book aims to empower women to reach their desired destinies their destinies. This book brings hope and light. There is no time as vital as • Miss South Africa 1994, Basetsana Khumalo, penned the foreword the present for releasing a book that Penned by local author, poet and will help set a foundation for the girl lecturer Boitshepo Mack, the book un- child living in this era and other eras earths issues of self-confidence, iden- to come.” tity and all other factors that may hin- In her quench to impact lives and der success for the girl child. “I was build a sisterhood across borders, the driven by my passion in seeing the girl author worked with Miss South Af- child take charge of her life and suc- rica 1994, Basetsana Khumalo, who ceeding,” said the Molepolole native penned the book’s foreword. In it in an interview. Kumalo wrote that patriarchal society “I love seeing people evolve and has largely relegated the girl child to become the very best version of them- inferiority and to feel undervalued. It selves; I love seeing women who are is important, she added, for every girl not afraid to grab life by the horns child to know that girls can make it to and just flourish, hence my desire to the top. inspire and rejuvenate the energy of “I would love the book to not only women and the girl child.” impact lives locally but to also do the The book has 16 chapters, namely same across borders. I would love to Self-Sabotage, Toxicity and Gratitude, see women stand up and take charge How Love Impacts Success, Passion, of their destinies through the aid of Effort, Mentorship and Success, Em- my book,” said Mack. bracing Flaws, Confidence, Personal Launch dates for “Girls that Make Branding, Emotional Intelligence and it to the Top” are yet to be confirmed. Self-Discipline, among others. Mack published her first book, Mack is of the view that society “Dare to Become,” in 2018. It is an has placed so many expectations on anthology of poems that aims to un- earth hidden emotions and dismantle GOSEGO MOTSUMI females that they end up being gov- erned and caged by these expecta- issues of depression while daring individuals to become the best versions rom a deep dive into women empowerment to taking charge of their des- tions. “Girls that Make it to the Top” of themselves. tinies, the newly-released “Girls that Make it to the Top” will both enis therefore a guidebook set to enable Flighten bookworms not only this women’s month but all year round. the female to set herself free from ste- Okavango Craft Brewery introduces the non- alcoholic Mock Charge A startup business in the resort town of Maun has proved that adversity is the mother of invention by turning water into beer using local inputs in a sustainable process that does not disturb the ecological balance. The non-alcoholic Mock Charge is made with water from the Okavango and millet grains sourced from local farmers who use sustainable practices. Staff Writer GOSEGO MOTSUMI reports that has lasted most of the year so far, Mc- government by means of tax breaks or n the face of adversity occasioned by brewpub, which is the first of its kind in Culloch says any business in the alcohol services rebates. “We are well aware that COVID-19 and the extended alcohol Botswana. This is where customers can sit industry is currently in trouble. As a start the health and success of the economy Iban, the Okavango Craft Brewery in down for a great pub meal and enjoy a beer up, Okavango Craft Brewery have had to rests on the shoulders of the private sec- Maun needed to improvise and adapt. The with great taste without alcohol. lay off staff and reduce expenses and in- tor, not just the government,” McCulloch startup company just had to diversify its The non-alcoholic beer is locally made vestment. However, they were determined noted. “But there are things that we could product offering to keep their operations in Maun with water from the Okavango to persist and keep those on their team do that other countries have and are doing and brand alive by introducing a non-alco- and millet grains bought from farmers that who have worked hard and are central to that could help the private sector help the holic beer, the Mock Charge. live around the Okavango Delta who use the business going. country reach growth again and put the “The main thing to get right was to keep sustainable farming practices. Says Mc- “It’s like saying to a milk dairy busi- nation on a more sustainable footing. the flavour and quality as good as normal Culloch: “This is for everyone who likes ness, you can’t sell your milk or cheese “SMMEs are key to job creation, self- drinking beer in which alcohol gives a good quality beer but can’t buy it at the or yoghurt,” McCulloch said in an in- reliance and economic success. We would great deal of the taste and drinking expe- moment. terview. “Trying to make your business like to see our business become a beacon rience,” said the company’s director, Gra- ”We can’t sell beer at the moment but work is exceptionally difficult. We have of one such small startup that makes it ham McCulloch, in an interview. we can sell non-alcohol. The alcohol ban nearly folded countless times and we have even through adversity and high chal- “But we did it and are confident that we is not going to impact our business as bad- racked up a massive debt, which will set lenges, eventually growing, diversifying now have a beer that, as the name sug- ly as it did before. We encourage custom- the business back five to10 years in terms further and generating critical circular gests, offers our customers an experience ers to come and try it out in our brewpub of its viability.” economies here in the Okavango that of- that comes as close as possible to a full and restaurant. We are also busy canning Although they are not the only industry fer more knock-on impacts in terms of beer drinking experience but without the the Mock Charge and will have it on the being impacted by the pandemic, giving market, value chain development and sus- impact of alcohol.” shelves soon.” up is not an option. He suggests that their tainable development in our region.” The Mock Charge can be bought in their In the face of an extended alcohol ban businesses could use a little help from the Page 22 feature Wednesday 25 August 2021 The Botswana Gazette

How To Revive African It is critical now for African destinations to promote domestic Tourism After the tourism, which also paves the way for COVID-19 Pandemic international tourism. The key will be the ability to predict the potential Tafadzwa Matiza effects of COVID-19 on tourist Senior Lecturer and Researcher in Tourism, North- West University behaviour.

efore the COVID-19 pandemic, the global tourism industry contributed US$9.2 trillion or 10.4% to Bglobal GDP. It was considered one of the fastest- growing industries, accounting for at least one in every four new jobs globally. Fast forward to 2021, and the pandemic has all but crippled the sector. Tourism demand – arrivals, travel, and the use of facilities and services – con- tracted by an estimated 74% in 2020. This has cost the industry upwards of US$1.3 trillion and has com- certainty and negative consequences of tourism often Custodians of destination brands. Marketers must promised millions of jobs. go beyond the crisis event. My study explored physical promote African destinations as attractive but socially The African region shed an estimated US$83 billion (health-related), psychological and social risk as influ- responsible locations. They must share information, such in GDP contribution (down by 49.2%), and lost up to ences on tourist behaviour. as measures put in place to protect tourists, so as to help 7.2 million industry jobs compared to 2019 levels. Heightened perceived risk triggers feelings of anxiety people make their decisions. The impact of health crises such as SARS, H1N1 and apprehension associated with travel and tourism. This Tourism service providers. Most importantly, tour- and Ebola weren’t on the scale of the disaster brought affects the brand image of the crisis-affected countries and ism product owners must innovate and adapt their tourism by the COVID-19 pandemic. This impact was made influences tourists’ decision-making. As a result, tourists offerings to meet the demand for safe domestic tourism. worse by government interventions to mitigate the delay their trips and change their choice of destination. In This would kick-start the tourism sector and prepare it for spread and effect of the virus. some cases, they cancel their planned tourist activity. international tourism. But vaccines offer hope for the industry. Its recov- For example, as a result of the 2003 SARS outbreak, Going forward ery must begin with domestic tourism. In 2019, do- some Asian countries such as China and Singapore suf- The results of my study have significant implications for mestic tourism accounted for only 50.2% of the travel fered significant slumps in tourism demand. Tourists African tourism practitioners. The domestic tourism sec- avoided travelling to the region because of health and and tourism receipts in the sub-Saharan African re- tor, much like the global tourism industry, faces a multi- safety concerns. gion – lower than other regions. faceted challenge. It comes from both the tourism demand It is critical now for African destinations to pro- The Ebola outbreaks in Sierra Leone and Guinea in side (perceived health, social and psychological risk) and mote domestic tourism, which also paves the way for 2008 and the Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) the supply side (massive fiscal deficits, job losses, busi- international tourism. The key will be the ability to 2012 in Saudi Arabia also elicited a similar response from ness liquidation and human capital depletion). predict the potential effects of COVID-19 on tourist tourists. Tourism practitioners need to be aware of the influence behaviour. International studies are already gathering evidence of of health-related physical risk on tourists’ perceptions and Perceived risk the impact of the COVID-19 crisis on tourist behaviour. intentions. It is likely that tourists will feel that home is As a primer to a series of future studies, I reviewed the But previous tourism research already predicts a situation safer than abroad. This would be a benefit for domestic literature on health-related perceived risk and its potential of multiple risk factors influencing tourists. Critical to impact on post-crisis tourism. It is possible to anticipate the post-crisis tourism will be mitigating the potential health tourism. negative influence that perceived risk will have on tourist and safety concerns that may discourage tourism. Moreover, measures such as promoting mask-wearing, behaviour, and ultimately both domestic and international My study found that multiple stakeholders need to be sanitising, social distancing, digitising some service pro- tourism demand. involved in the tourism recovery process. These include: cesses and promoting vaccination will be vital to the re- My study provides insights into the lessons learnt from National governments. They must harness the finan- covery and promotion of domestic tourism. Tourism prac- previous crises in tourism, and what tourism practitioners cial, human and technical resources required to support titioners must work out how to time supply and demand. did to mitigate the effects of perceived risk on tourists. It the tourism recovery. Critically, governments must ef- This can include product innovation and pricing reforms also provides practical actions that the sector can take to fectively manage both the efficient rollout of vaccination to cater to domestic tourists and keep up with new tourist recover. programmes and the responsible reopening of the tourism demands. Previous studies of tourist behaviour show that the un- economy to domestic and international tourists. (THE CONVERSATION) This is Afghanistan: the Graveyard of Empires A Motswana soldier early on gave the Americans a strategic warning premised on a OLOPENG RABASIMANE line in Ponatshego Mokane’s poem, “Ntwa ga e lowe ka bokima.” As the Americans he evening was posh. So was the restaurant in an upmarket hotel in Gaborone. Sushi, that overrated scrambled out of Kabul last week, a general in the 300 000-strong Afghan National Tminiscule Japanese meal of rice and uncooked fish, served as a starter. After an exchange of pleasantries Army told the Motswana soldier: “The Americans had watches, the Taliban had time.” in Arabic, we all went dead quiet. The deafening silence was occasionally disturbed by my coughing, as I battled to accustom my palate to Japan’s culinary contribution to the world. It did not work and I gave up. I wish I could comment on circumstances that brought Ihsanullah Azim here, but since I am not certain, I will spare you the speculation. But here he was, Colonel Ihsa- nullah Azim of the Afghan National Army. A man whose skills and knowledge in the art of war had not only been honed and refined by the notoriously impenetrable terrain of Afghanistan but also qualified by prestigious military schools of the West. He was a graduate of the US Army War College, a reputable military institution with alumni like General Colin Powell and General Norman Schwarzkopf. In addition, he was a beneficiary of defragmentation of various tribal Afghan militia into the Afghan National Army. He was probably from the Northern Alliance (a US-funded loose coalition of tribal militias from northern Afghanistan made up mainly of Tajiks and Uzbeks). But due to inher- ent sensitivities in such discussions, it would have been utterly stupid to seek clarity on such aspects. To page 23 The Botswana Gazette Wednesday 25 August 2021 feature Page 23

This is Afghanistan Mara Brock Akil brings it home From page 22 when she says: “When I tune Afghanistan was the subject of our meeting. In particular, the West’s US-led adventure in Afghanistan. At the time, it was increasingly be- into my creativity, I get aroused. coming clear that the Transatlantic Alliance, with all its laser-guided weapons and hypersonic planes, was in a hornets’ nest. And there was It’s akin to the attractions no hope that they could turn the tide. Not even in Jesus’ Third Coming. Before he could even utter a word, Colonel Azim gave me a coy look of another. It’s as if my ideas that quickly transitioned into indifference. An expression of hopeless, yet deep concern was written all over his face. “It is true that Afghani- secrete pheromones that stan is a graveyard of empires,” he said in his deep Arabic accent. He then poured out gallons of Afghan history and tribal dynamics about actually get me turned on – like how empire after empire had fallen in the course of attempting to conquer Afghanistan, the “graveyard of empires”. straight-up horny.” Little did I know that even the most-feared Mongol warrior, Geng- his Khan, had dared to conquer Afghanistan, only to regret the misad- venture. The same Afghanistan that defeated Genghis Khan in the 13th Century came to haunt the British in the 19th Century, Russians in the 20th Century and now the Americans in the 21st Century. The inhospita- ble terrain, the unforgiving and unpredictable weather, fractured tribal politics, turbulent relations with local populations and battle-hardened armed militias. For Colonel Azim, there would be nothing surprising if the US and its allies were to abandon their adventure in Afghanistan; they would only be the latest in a long series of nations to do so. The British 1839 invasion of Afghanistan was not so much a defeat as it was a complete humiliation: a military disaster of unprecedented proportions, perhaps matched only by the Fall of Singapore exactly 100 years later. Fear- ful of increased Russian interest in the area, the British decided to in- vade Afghanistan and marched unchallenged into Kabul in early 1839 with a force of between 16,000 to 20,000 British and Indian troops collectively known as Indus. A mere three years later, there was only one known British survivor, Assistant Surgeon William Brydon who limped into the safety of Jalalabad on a wounded horse. Asked what had happened to the army, Brydon is reported to have answered, “I am the army.” Many had perished from cold, hunger, exposure and exhaustion through the perilous Afghan mountains in horrendous winter conditions. But despite all that unkind history, the Soviet Union marched into Afghanistan in 1979. Ten years later, they left tattered, torn and staring at the collapse of the Soviet empire. My first interaction with Afghanistan came in the form of a call from a friend. He was worried by the momentum of events post-September Awaken Your Inner Artist: 11 and inevitability of war in the Middle East. I gave him my layman’s opinion. A few days later, he called to say his employer had appreciat- ed my opinion and wished I could expand it. It was nothing more than a strategic warning brief premised on a line in Ponatshego Mokane’s Yoga And Creativity poem, “Ntwa ga e lowe ka bokima.” Although we Batswana may not find value in the statement, it is actually the essence of the asymmetric doctrine of war. Do you know that you are creative? In a 2012 study published in Frontiers in Human The warning to the Allied forces was that they were entering a new ll of us are born creative. All 8 billion of us Neuroscience, MRI scans proved that long-term terrain of warfare where advanced military hardware and technology in the population of the world are products meditators show higher levels of gyrification (the would count for nothing. Further, they were fighting an adversary Aof creativity. Creativity is procreation and folding of the cerebral cortex linked with faster whose course of action negated the very premise of war. In conven- baby-making. They both originate from the same information processing and brain effectiveness). tional understanding of instruments of national power, war is a rational energy centre, the sacral chackra. Even short-term meditators had early signs of gyri- coercive tool of seeking compliance. Therefore, by maximising fatality Mara Brock Akil brings it home when she says: fication. or the threat thereof on the adversary, we may impose our will. Howev- “When I tune into my creativity, I get aroused. It’s PRACTICAL WAYS YOGA IGNITES CRE- er, for the Taliban – as it is for other mujahedeen groups - death attains akin to the attractions of another. It’s as if my ideas ATIVITY the status of martyrdom. Therefore, maximising fatality on their side secrete pheromones that actually get me turned on 1. Asana (physical practice) breaks up the ha- would not necessarily generate compliance. For that reason, both Op- – like straight-up horny.” bitual patterns of thought that keep that sense eration Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom being based We all start off creative but we lose our authen- of freshness and creativity constricted. It en- on entirely false intelligence, they were also anchored on wrong instru- tic selves as we grow older. As babies, our primal ments. Military invasion was never going to be a solution. instinct is to test things, figure out and seek. It is hances energy, focus and originality. It is needless to narrate the events of the past two weeks in Afghani- this innate exploration that drives our capacity to 2. Dharana (deep concentration) and dhya- stan. It was not meant to end like this. No fanfare. No ceremony. No be creative. na (experiencing a sense of oneness with claims of mission accomplished. Just like those who came before, Education is largely to blame for our loss of cre- the object of our concentration) are par- America’s war in Afghanistan is ending in a crushing defeat. It is the ativity, according to a NASA study. ticularly powerful for training us to access logical conclusion. Allied forces are scrambling out of Afghanistan. In a longitudinal test of creative potential, it was and retain a focused state of creative flow. As the Taliban advanced towards Kabul and all routes to the capital found that of 1,600 four- and 5-year-olds, 98 per- 3. Vairagya (non-attachment) teaches us to fell under their control, it became crystal clear to Afghan President cent scored at “creative genius” level. cultivate dispassion and let go of expec- Ashraf Ghani and to every diplomat, security official and intelligence Five years later, only 30 percent of the same tations by diligently observing the mind operative that Hamid Karzai International Airport would be their only group of children scored at the same level. Again way out. It took the Taliban exactly 10 days to sweep through the en- without reacting to, clinging to or rejecting five years later, only 12 percent. When the same tire country and march straight to the presidential palace. The 300 anything. When we are not attached to the 000-strong Afghan force abandoned its posts and fled without firing test was administered to adults, it was found that outcome, our creativity flows authentically a single shot. only 2 percent scored at this genius level. with ease. Ever since the resurgence of the Taliban, I have been in constant This is such a sobering truth. The good news In summary, that wide-eyed 5-year old who contact with my old friend, Colonel Azim, now a Major General and though is that not all is lost. could create imaginary playmates is still present. Commandant of Marshal Fahim National Defence University. He is A great starting point to tap into your creative ge- You can coax her/him out of hiding by simply roll- on the run. The Taliban have taken over the university. I have not en- nius is through the practice of yoga. Scientifically, ing out your yoga mat and practising yoga. If you yoga is proven to change the structure of the brain. quired about his whereabouts. At this time, such questions can become would like to start, thererae plenty of free classes Meditation increases frontal cortex activity, a matter of life and death. All I can tell the world is that he is feeling online. Visit www.yownnyoga.com to learn more. abandoned and betrayed. Absolutely betrayed. which has been linked to focus, calm and concen- Bonolo Phaladze is registered yoga teacher (RYT200) In our latest conversation, he told me: “The situation here in Kabul is tration. With enough practice, it can even enlarge with Yoga Alliance, a global governing body for yoga really very dangerous.” He concluded our conversation by paraphras- that area of the brain. Breathwork can also increase teacher. She is the teacher lead at Yownn Yoga Studio ing an Afghan proverb: “The Americans had watches, the Taliban had alpha brain waves which bolster creativity. in Gaborone. time.” Page 24 sport opinion Wednesday 25 August 2021 The Botswana Gazette

Recent utterances in the media by Nicholas Zakhem aimed at the Botswana Premier League (BPL) and the Botswana Football Association(BFA) leadership not only are they inciting rebellion against the two structures, they are inciting a long and divisive disenfranchise between football lovers and the government of the day.

he pandemic has struck the country in a very obscure manner that not only affected Tthe livelihood of Batswana, it has literally paralyzed the country’s economy. Vast sectors of the economy decry of negligence on the side of government. God himself warned us against judging others. The government itself has been dismally failing to relay information to the public adequately. Some are even insinuating for government to be on a clangorous course. In due honesty a lot is happening behind the scenes. A lot is being done to tackle this pandemic. My numerous conversations with both Minister and His Assistant in the ministry of Health and Wellness have rightful- ly shown that a lack of information sharing with the general public finds the nation at the helm of frustration and panic. His Excellency the Presi- dent Dr Mokgweetsi Eric Keabetswe Masisi in his recent epoch talked much about the country unit- edly as one to fight this pandemic, him emphasiz- ing a change in mindset and private government partnership. Private and government partnership I Unpacked: Someone mean real stuff, not those similar to the Afroman’s recent vaccine scam. Thus I found it necessary to pen down this piece addressing Nicholas Zakhem. The sporting fraternity of the country just as much as the entertainment fraternity has been Needs To Set The affected sorely by this pandemic. Recent utterances in the media by Nicholas Zakhem aimed at the Botswana Premier League (BPL) and the Botswana Football Association(BFA) leadership, Record Straight For not only are they inciting rebellion against the two structures, they are inciting a long and divisive disenfranchise between football lovers and the government of the day. In good authority, the government has had inter- Nicholas Zakhem nal engagement with Botswana Football Associa- tion (BFA) for sometime now. The results of their engagement we witnessed the “Return to Game” help boost the country’s football acceleration. individual who nominated the incumbent Chair- proposal being implemented by government. Then Look here, sports outside education can never person. As for Jagdish…well BFA is in line with came Covid 19 deaths and rise in positive cases. be sustainable. Sports as a physical activity goes what government is putting forward. If Jagdish The administration, government to be precise was with age. President Letshwiti has emphasized also wants to join the bandwagon of attacking literally pinned to the wall. His Excellency Dr that as much as we wish to progress in football the government of the day he should be clear. For Mokgweetsi Eric Keabetswe Masisi had to make there is a need to ensure the future of the young Zakhem to be calling BFA regions and insisting one of the toughest decisions ever since he took generation post football is secured. Players can- BFA President should be recalled from position office, close the sporting, entertainment and ban not continue earning peanuts and we chant let's as he is running the country’s football like his pri- sale of alcohol for three weeks. It wasn’t an easy get back to the game only because we want to vate garden is nor here nor there, it is malicious to decision to arrive at, a thoughtful process began please team owners. NO. want to dictate BFA and BPL terms. and advise from economists and health experts It is unfortunate that during such nerve-wreck- My advice to Nicholas Zakhem is simple and took precedence over the President’s thoughts and ing times a well experienced sports individual precise; If he wishes to attack President Dr Mok- perhaps his political acumen. He took the decision such as Nicholas Zakhem has deliberately ig- gweetsi Masisi’s administration he should wear to precaution the sake and lives of Batswana over nored these factors. He complains of the BPL political gloves and stop inciting rebellion against having undertook an illegal election that we saw his political career and over the prerequisite of the government indirectly discredit BFA and BPL. a new Chairperson being put in office and Jagdish general majority. Our country runs through proper channels. The Botswana Football Association (BFA) un- Shah thrown under the bus. He should be clear to Kabelo Masvingo Kgwarae-Mhuriro der President Letshwiti has not been sleeping on even Jagdish about want really transpired. He di- Former BAC SRC Minister Former BDP NYEC Political Board member their jobs. They have opted to focus on the stra- vorces the fact that he was actually the very same tegic and managerial aspects of football awaiting the lifting of the restrictions. Doing so not only DISCLAIMER shall it accord players lifelong sustainability but Readers please note that the views aired on this page are those of the writers and not the publishers. The Botswana Gazette Wednesday 25 August 2021 advertisement Page 25

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Director,NOTICE P OFO SALE BOX IN EXECUTION502641, Gaborone CONDITIONS OF SALENOTICE may beOF inspectedSALE IN EXECUTIONat the offices of the hereunder mentioned Deputy’s Sheriff’s offices at Boikago ward, Next to Majoka Hardware, Palapye. He can be contacted at 71607940/74724543 BE PLEASED TO TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to a Judgment granted by the above BE PLEASED TO TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to a Judgment granted by the above TH Honourable Court, the following immovable property will be sold by public auction by HonourableDATED AT Court, FRANCISTOWN the followin gONim movableTHIS THE property 11 DAY will OFbe soldAUGUST by public 2021 auction by DEPUTY SHERIFF DEBRAIN JAMES MOYO to the highest bidder as follows:- DEPUTY SHERIFF DEBRAIN JAMES MOYO to the highest bidder as follows:- VAN NIEKERK ATTORNEYS Plot 4660, Area G, Ditau Street, P. O. Box 37, Francistown TH DATE OF SALE : 27TH SEPTEMBER 2021 DATE OF SALE : 27 TelephoneSEPTEMBER No. 2021 241 3421

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IN THE HIGH COURT OF THE REPUBLIC OF BOTSWANA IN THE HIGH COURT OF THE REPUBLIC OF BOTSWANA HELD AT FRANCISTOWN HELD AT FRANCISTOWN CASE NO: CVHFT 000 036/18 CASE NO: CVHFT 000 822/18 In the matter between: In the matter between: ABSA BANK BOTSWANA LIMITED ABSA BANK BOTSWANA LIMITED formerly BARCLAYS BANK formerly BARCLAYS BANK OF BOTSWANA LIMITED Plaintiff OF BOTSWANA LIMITED Plaintiff And And MOLEKODI BASHI OATHOTSE Defendant THAPELO GLADWIN TLHAPISO Defendant

NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION

BE PLEASED TO TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to a judgment issued out of the BE PLEASED TO TAKE NOTICE THAT pursuant to a Writ of Execution issued above Honourable Court in the above matter, the following immovable property out of the above Honourable Court in the above matter, the following immovable of the Defendant will be sold by public auction by Deputy Sheriff Bathusi Billy to property of the Defendant will be sold by Public Auction by Deputy Sheriff the highest bidder as follows: Bathusi Billy to the highest bidder as follows:

DATE OF SALE : 24th September 2021 DATE OF SALE : 24th September 2021 VENUE : Lot 5639, Selebi Phikwe VENUE : Tribal Lot 12579, Molepolole TIME : 1100 Hours TIME : 1030 Hours

PROPERTY TO BE SOLD : Certain piece of land being Lot 5639, Selebi PROPERTY TO BE SOLD : Piece of Land being Tribal Lot 12579, Molepolole, Phikwe, measuring 468m2 (Four Hundred and Sixty Eight Square Metres) held measuring 999m2 (Nine Hundred and Ninety Nine Square Metres), held under under Deed of Transfer No. 2749/2000, registered in favour of MOLEKODI Memorandum of Agreement of Lease No. TL 2758/2012 dated the 5th day of IN THE HIGH COURT OF THE REPUBLIC OF BOTSWANA together with developments thereon comprising of a 3 November 2012 and made in favour of , together HELD ATBASHI FRANCISTOWN OATHOTSE THAPELO GLADWIN TLHAPISO bedroomed house withCASE 1 NO:ensuite,CVHFT 000 0dining36/18 room, living room, kitchen, bathroom, with developments thereon, consisting of a 3 bedroomed residential house with

toilet and a boundary wall. kitchen, sitting room, dining room, TV room, toilet and bathroom. ABSA ǣ BANK BOTSWANA LIMITED IN THE HIGH COURT OF THE REPUBLIC OF BOTSWANA BARCLAYS BANK OF BOTSWANA LIMITED Plaintiff HELD AT FRANCISTOWN TERMS OF SALE : Cash or Bank guaranteed cheques only. TERMS OF SALE CASE NO::C VHFTCash 000 822 /1or8 bank guaranteed cheques only. MOLEKODI BASHI OATHOTSE Defendant CONDITIONS OF SALE may be inspected at the offices of the hereunder CONDITIONSABSA ǣ BANK BOTSWANA LIMITED OF SALE may be inspected at the offices of the hereunder mentioned Deputy’s Sheriff’s offices at Boikago ward, Next to Majoka mentionedBARCLAYS BANK Deputy’s OF BOTSWANA LIMITED Sheriff’s Plaintiff offices at Nkoyaphiri Industrial, Tshepho Tile NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION Hardware, Palapye. He can be contacted at 71607940/74724543 Products Offices, Plot 1154. He can be contacted at 71607940 THAPELO GLADWIN TLHAPISO Defendant TH TH DATED AT FRANCISTOWN ON THIS THE 11 DAY OF AUGUST 2021 DATED AT FRANCISTOWNNOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION ON THIS THE 11 DAY OF AUGUST 2021

VAN NIEKERK ATTORNEYS VAN NIEKERK ATTORNEYS Plot 4660, Area G, Ditau Street Plot 4660, Area G, Ditau Street P. O. Box 37, Francistown P.O Box 37, Francistown Telephone No. 241 3421 Telephone No. 241 3421

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In the matter between: In the matter between:

BANK OF BARODA BOTSWANA LIMITED Plaintiff BANK OF BARODA BOTSWANA LIMITED Plaintiff

and and

KAGO PHEPA (PTY) LIMITED First Defendant KAGO PHEPA (PTY) LIMITED First Defendant VALENTINE STATIONERS Second Defendant VALENTINE STATIONERS Second Defendant GIFT SHOP (PTY) LIMITED GIFT SHOP (PTY) LIMITED JEEVA RATHNA KUMAR GADAPAKA Third Defendant JEEVA RATHNA KUMAR GADAPAKA Third Defendant MAMATHA KUMAR GADAPAKA Fourth Defendant MAMATHA KUMAR GADAPAKA Fourth Defendant

NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION

BE PLEASED TO TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to a Judgment granted by the above BE PLEASED TO TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to a Judgment granted by the above Honourable Court, the following immovable property will be sold by public auction by Honourable Court, the following immovable property will be sold by public auction by DEPUTY SHERIFF DEBRAIN JAMES MOYO to the highest bidder as follows:- DEPUTY SHERIFF DEBRAIN JAMES MOYO to the highest bidder as follows:-

DATE OF SALE : 27TH SEPTEMBER 2021 DATE OF SALE : 27TH SEPTEMBER 2021

TIME : 10:30 AM TIME : 10:30 AM

VENUE : LOT 53, MAHALAPYE VENUE : LOT 53, MAHALAPYE

PROPERTY TO BE SOLD : Certain piece of land being LOT 53 PROPERTY TO BE SOLD : Certain piece of land being LOT 53 Page 26 MAHALAPYE, in BAMANGWATO advertisementTRIBAL MAHALAPYEWednesday, 25in AugustBAMA 2021NGWATO The Bots wTRIBALana Gazette TERRITORY, measuring 3101.8 m² held under TERRITORY, measuring 3101.8 m² held under IN THE HIGH COURT OF THE REPUBLIC OFMemorandum BOTSWANA of Agreement of Lease No. FT IN THE HIGH COURT OF THE REPUBLIC OFMemorandum BOTSWANA of Agreement of Lease No. FT TH TH HELD AT GABORONE TL61/2003 dated 20 day of MARCH 2003 HELD AT GABORONE TL61/2003 dated 20 day of MARCH 2003 made in favour of VALANTINECVHGB-000469-17 STATIONERS & made in favour of VALANTINECVHGB-000469-17 STATIONERS & In the matter between: In the matter between: BANK OF BARODA BOTSWANA LIMITED GIFT SHOP (PTY) LIMITEDPlaintiff together with BANK OF BARODA BOTSWANA LIMITED GIFT SHOP (PTY) LIMITEDPlaintiff together with and some developments, thereon being Four (4) and some developments, thereon being Four (4) KAGO PHEPA (PTY) LIMITED First Defendant KAGO PHEPA (PTY) LIMITED First Defendant VALENTINE STATIONERS GIFT SHOP (PTY)warehouses LIMITED & small room &Second security Defendant wall electric VALENTINE STATIONERS GIFT SHOP (PTY)warehouses LIMITED & small room &Second security Defendant wall electric IN THE HIGH COURT OF THE REPUBLICJEEVA RATHNA OF KUMAR BOTSWANA GADAPAKA fence. Third Defendant JEEVA RATHNA KUMAR GADAPAKA fence. Third Defendant MAMATHA KUMAR GADAPAKA Fourth Defendant MAMATHA KUMAR GADAPAKA Fourth Defendant HELD AT LOBATSE TERMS OF SALE : Subject to Conditions of Sale. TERMS OF SALE : Subject to Conditions of Sale. NOTICE OFAll SALEbidders IN are EXECUTION to make a refundable deposit CASEof NO: CVHGB 000909-19NOTICE OFAll SALEbidders IN are EXECUTION to make a refundable deposit of BE PLEASED TO TAKE NOTICE that pursuantBWP30, to a Judgment000.00 granted5(Five) by the days above before Honourable the dateCourt, of the BE PLEASED TO TAKE NOTICE that pursuantBWP30, to a Judgment000.00 granted5(Five) by thedays above before Honourable the dateCourt, of the In the matter between: following immovable property will be sold by publicsale auction to secure by DEPUTY the space. SHERIFF DEBRAIN JAMES MOYO to the following immovable property will be sold by publicsale auctionto secure by DEPUTY the space. SHERIFF DEBRAIN JAMES MOYO to the BIBIAN VENTURES (PROPRIETARY)highest LIMITED bidder as follows:- Only cash or bank guaranteed cheques will Plaintiffhighest bidder as follows:- Only cash or bank guaranteed cheques will and DATE OF SALE : 27TH SEPTEMBERbe 2021 accepted. DATE OF SALE : 27TH SEPTEMBERbe 2021 accepted. TIME : 10:30 AM TIME : 10:30 AM SOUL FASHION GROUP (PROPRIETARY)VENUE LIMITED: LOT 53, MAHALAPYE VENUE : LOT 54, MAHALAPYE PROPERTY TO BE SOLD : Certain piece of land being LOT 53 MAHALAPYE, in BAMANGWATO TRIBAL PROPERTY TO BE SOLD : Certain piece of land being LOT 54 MAHALAPYE, in BAMANGWATO TRIBAL t/a URBAN SOUL DATEDTERRITORY AT ,GABORONE measuring 3101.8 ON m² THIS held under THE Memorandum 12 TH DAY of Agreement OF AUGU of Lease ST 2021 No. FT. TL61/2003 Firstdated DefendantDATEDTERRITORY AT ,GABORONE measuring 3455 ON m² heldTHIS under THE Memorandum 12TH DAY of Agreement OF AUGU of LeaseST No.2021 FT .TL 62/2003 dated 20TH day of MARCH 2003 made in favour of VALANTINE STATIONERS & GIFT SHOP (PTY) LIMITED together 20TH day of MARCH 2003 made in favour of VALANTINE STATIONERS & GIFT SHOP (PTY) LIMITED together MOLEFE NKWETE with some developments, thereon being Four (4) warehouses & small room & security wall electric fence. Secondwith Defendant some developments, thereon being Four (4) warehouses & small room & security.

TERMS OF SALE : Subject to Conditions of Sale. TERMS OF SALE : Subject to Conditions of Sale.All bidders are to make a refundable deposit of All bidders are to make a refundable deposit of BWP30, 000.00 5(Five) days before the date of sale to secure BWP30, 000.00 5(Five) days before the date of sale to secure the space. the space. OSEI-OFEI SWABI & CO. OSEI-OFEI SWABI & CO. Only cash or bankNOTICE guaranteed cheques OF will be accepted.SALEPlaintiff's IN Attorneys EXECUTION Only cash or bank guaranteed cheques will be acceptedPlaintiff's. Attorneys First Floor, Unit 18 Kgale Mews, First Floor, Unit 18 Kgale Mews, DATED AT GABORONE ON THIS THE 12TH DAY OF AUGUST 2021. DATED AT GABORONE ON THIS THE 12TH DAY OF AUGUST 2021. Gaborone International Finance Park Gaborone International Finance Park BE PLEASED TO TAKE NOTCE that pursuant to the judgment grantedP OSEI-OFEIO Box 403506 bySWABI the & CO above. Honourable Court, the following property P OSEI-OFEIO Box 403506 SWABI & CO. GABORONEPlaintiff’s Attorneys GABORONEPlaintiff’s Attorneys will be sold by public auction by Deputy Sheriff Uyapo MafikaFirst to Floor, the Unit highest18 Kgale Mews, bidder as follows:- First Floor, Unit 18 Kgale Mews, (Ref:Gaborone DS. Internationalgno.011789 Finance) Park (Ref:Gaborone DS. Internationalgno.011789 Finance) Park DeputyP O Box 403506Sheriff GABORONE Debrain James Moyo) DeputyP O Box 403506Sheriff GABORONE Debrain James Moyo) DATE OF SALE : 3 rd April 2020 (Ref: DS.gno.011789) (Ref: DS.gno.011789) CellDeputy no. Sheriff 72192666 Debrain James Moyo) Cell no. 72192666 CellDeputy no. Sheriff 72192666 Debrain James Moyo) Cell no. 72192666 TIME : 10:30 hrs VENUE : Broadhurst Police Station, Gaborone LEBURU J. H/W MOANGA PROPERTY TO BE SOLD : 1 x Various DEBT Caps, COLLECTION 103IN THEx Sun HIGH Glasses,COURT OF THE 80 REPUBLIC xDEPARTMENT T-Shirts, OF BOTSWANA 2 x Jackets, 2 x ShirtsIN Long THE MAGISTRATE Sleeves, COURT 1 x Samsung FOR THE DISTRICT OF GABORONE HELD AT GABORONE HELD AT EXTENSION II CASE NO. CVHGB-002670-20 Computer Set (Sale Point), 10 x Trousers, 2 x Pants, 1 x Samsung Home Theater, 5 x Purse, 4 x Watches, 8 x Rails, 1 x Shoe Rack, CASE NO. CCMEX-000182-2021 In the matter between: DEBT COLLECTOR In the matter between: 1 x Sunglasses Display, 20 x Phone Covers, 91 x CD’s,RAIN CAPITAL 1 x 10 (PTY) Ear LTD Rings, 1 x 2 Wrist Band, 1 xPlaintiff 6 Finger Tiptop, 2 x Display Dolls, 13 SEFALANA CASH & CARRY LIMITED Plaintiff Akheel Jinabhai & Associatesand (In Association with Mckee Commercial Law) is in need x Du Rag, 7 x ODD Stocks, 10 x Belts, 6 x Neck Lace,MOLEFI 7 RODGERSx Neck SANOTO Pieces, 1 x USB Cable, 32 x DefendantPair of Shoes.and of a reliable and proactive DEBT COLLECTOR to join our team. HYPERCODE (PTY) LTD Defendant NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION 1 x Home Theatre Sansui Subhover,The 3DEBT x Wooden COLLECTOR Bench, will work 1 xdirectly Various with Stockour attorneys in Trade, on various 1 x CCTVDebt Camera Set, 1 x LG Television,NOTICE OF 1 SALE IN EXECUTION x Dell Monitor, 1 x Samsung Printer, 5 x Office Chairs,BE PLEASED 1 Collectionx TOShoe TAKE NOTCEMattersDisplay, that pursuant 1 x toVarious the judgment Sunglasses, granted by the above 1Honourable x LG Court,Computer the Sale Point, 8 x following property will be sold by public auction by Deputy Sheriff Augustine K. Mokalake to theBE highest PLEASED bidder TO TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to judgment granted in the above Honourable Court on 23rd JUNE Steel Shelves, 2 x Hand Truck, 10The xbest Sunglasses candidate must Stand, beas follows:- able 1 xto Bixolonprioritize deadlines,Printer. be a team player, work under 2021, the Defendant’s property will be sold by auction to the highest bidder by Deputy Sheriff OMPHEMETSE PETER KAISARA. pressureDATE and OF have SALE superior :organizational 6 September 2021 skills. Strong written and oral communicationTIME skills are: 10:30 a must, hrs as is the desire and aptitude DATE : 9th September 2021 1 x Plasma Television, 1 x Samsung Home Theatre,forVENUE learning 1 x Various new concepts Stock: Lot on37533, inthe GaboroneTrade, job. 7 x Wooden Shelves, 3 x Wooden Bench, 15 x TIME OF SALE : 10.30 am At least +3PROPERTY years’ experience TO BE SOLD as : aThe Defendant’s rights, title and. interest to Lot 37533, Gaborone, measuring Sunglasses Stand, 1 x LG Computer, 9 x Steel Shelves,623m2 (Six 1 Hundredx Samsung and Twenty DEBT Printer,Three Square COLLECTOR 1 Metres), x Cap held underStand. Deed of Fixed PeriodPLACE State Grant OF SALE No. : Broadhurst Police Station 1791/2001 dated 12 July 2001 in favour of Molefi Rodgers Sanoto with developments being a three bedroomed Computerhouse skills sitting in room Word lounge, and kitchen, Outlook toilet andare bathroom essential. and wall. PROPERTY TO BE SOLD : 2 x Veeter speakers, 2 x wharfedale speaker, music amplifer and mixer, 5 x plastic TERMS OF SALE : Cash or bank guaranteed cheques. Detailed conditions may be inspectedtables, 11 plastic chairs, at the21 bar officesstools, KIC fridge, of HP monitor, Compaq CPU, DSTV decoder, LG plasma, Sinotec Trained in Excalibur DebtTERMS Collection OF SALE Software : (optionalCash or bank but guaranteed shall be cheques. an advantage). Detailed conditions mayplasma, be inspected Telefunken at plasma, Food warmer, Defy freezer, Hisense fridge, 4 burner gas industrial stove, Deep fryer, Deputy Sheriff Uyapo Mafika shall not be obligedthe tooffices accept of Deputy Sheriff any Augustine bid K. made.Mokalake. The Deputy Sheriff shall not be obliged2 to steel accept tables, any bidbutcher scale, Sony plasma TV, DSTV decoder, LG Monitor, Dell CPU. made. Salary is commensurate with experience. Terms and conditions : Cash or Bank guaranteed cheques. DATED AT GABORONE ON THIS 2ND DAY OFThere MARCH are excellentDATED 2020 AT career GABORONE. prospects ON THIS for 28 THthe DAY right OF JULY candidate. 2021. DATED AT GABORONE THIS 19TH DAY OF AUGUST 2021. DEPUTY SHERIFF: AUGUSTINE K. MOKALAKE Plot 74768, New CBD, Capricorn House, Left Wing P O Box 20575, GABORONE, Deputy Sheriff OMPHEMETSE PETER KAISARA (71222244/72195133) (REF:JM.kbm.002126, 3163125 / 73220555)C/o Serole & Partners The Courtyard, Lot 54513, Unit 1 Application by DEPUTYletter with SHERIFF: CV to EMAILUYAPO: [email protected] MAFIKA P O Box 1679 ABG, Sebele GABORONE Plot 74768,TEL: New +267 CBD, 316-3125 Capricorn House Left Wing P O Box 20575, GABORONE, BUSANG J. KETLOGETSWE J. IN THE HIGH COURT OF THE REPUBLIC(REF: OFPL.rm.000113, BOTSWANA 3163125 / 71696997) IN THE HIGH COURT OF THE REPUBLIC OF BOTSWANA HELD AT LOBATSE HELD AT LOBATSE CASE NO: CVHGB-000439/21 CASE NO: CVHGB-000439/21 In the matter between: In the matter between: ALBERTA CONSTRUCTION AND ENGINEERING (PTY) LTD APPLICANT ALBERTA CONSTRUCTION AND ENGINEERING (PTY) LTD APPLICANT And And KENNEDY SCHASHER HOLDING (PTY) LTD 1ST RESPONDENT JAPAN (PTY) LTD t/a FIBRELAND RESPONDENT MELVON GUGA 2nd RESPONDENT IN RE: IN RE: ALBERTA CONSTRUCTION AND ENGINEERING (PTY) LTD PLAINTIFF ALBERTA CONSTRUCTION AND ENGINEERING (PTY) LTD PLAINTIFF And And JAPAN (PTY) LTD t/a FIBRELAND DEFENDANT KENNEDY SCHASHER HOLDINGS (PTY) LTD 1st DEFENDANT MELVON GUGA 2nd DEFENDANT SUBSTITUTED SERVICE (IN TERMS OF ORDER 8 (3) OF THE RULES OF THE HIGH COURT) SUBSTITUTED SERVICE (IN TERMS OF ORDER 8 (3) OF THE RULES OF THE HIGH COURT) TO: The Respondent/ Defendant is JAPAN (PTY) LTD t/a FIBRELAND, a Public Limited company incorporated in Botswana and in accordance st st with the Company laws of the Republic of Botswana and whose address for the purposes of this suit is PO BOX 29, GABORONE. Herein TO: The 1 Respondent/1 Defendant KENNEDY SCHASHER HOLDINGS (PTY) LTD, a Public Limited company incorporated in Botswana and in accordance with the Company laws of the Republic of Botswana and whose address for the purposes of this suit is PO BOX 47671, GABORONE. referred to as Respondent/Defendant nd nd th AND TO: The 2 Respondent/2 Defendant, MELVON GUGA, an adult male of full legal capacity and whose address for the purposes of this suit is PO BOX KINDLY TAKE NOTICE that by summons issued against you on 14 April 2021 by the above mentioned Plaintiff whose address for purposes of 47671, GABORONE and whose further and better particulars are unknown to the Plaintiff. Herein referred to as “2nd Defendant”] this suit is that of their Attorneys herein under stated, for the following reliefs: KINDLY TAKE NOTICE that by summons issued against you on 10th February 2021 by the above mentioned Plaintiff whose address for purposes of this suit a. Payment in the amount of P 273,102.00; is that of her Attorneys herein under stated, for the following reliefs: b. Interest at 10% tempora morae; a. Payment in the amount of P 158 930.00; c. Costs of suit on Attorney and client scale; b. Interest at 10% tempora morae; d. Further and/or alternative relief. c. Costs of suit on Attorney and client scale; And that an order has been made that the publication of notice of such summons shall be deemed to be good and sufficient service of the d. Further and/or alternative relief. summons on you. And that an order has been made that the publication of notice of such summons shall be deemed to be good and sufficient service of the summons on you. You are therefore required to enter an appearance to defend to the summons within Twenty one (21) Days after publication hereof, with the You are therefore required to enter an appearance to defend to the summons within Twenty One (21) Days after publication hereof, with the Registrar of the Registrar of the Court and to serve such filed appearance upon the Plaintiff’s Attorneys of record Court and to serve such filed appearance upon the Plaintiff’s Attorneys of record TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that if you fail to give such notice within Fourteen day (14) Days, judgment may be granted against you without further TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that if you fail to give such notice within Fourteen (14) Days, judgment may be granted against you without further reference to reference to you. you. DATED AT GABORONE ON THIS………… DAY OF ……………………….. 21 DATED AT GABORONE ON THIS………… DAY OF ……………………….. 21 …………………………….. ……………………….. THE REGISTRAR THE REGISTRAR ______KWAPE LEGAL PRACTICE KWAPE LEGAL PRACTICE Plaintiff’s Attorney Plaintiff’s Attorney Plot 129, Unit F Plot 129, Unit F GIFP GIFP P O Box 70714 P O Box 70714 GABORONE. GABORONE.

BEFORE: GAREKWE J IN THE HIGH COURT OF THE REPUBLIC OF BOTSWANA NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CHANGE MARRIAGE PROPERTY REGIME HELD AT LOBATSE in terms of Section 8 (1) (f) of the Married Persons Property Act, 2014) CASENO: CVHGB-002237/19 In the matter between: BE PLEASED TO TAKE NOTICE THAT: MOKWADI MOKOPE PLAINTIFF And MOLETI NOGE DEFENDANT 1. WHEREAS KELESITSE RAYMOND GILIKA and PORTIA TEBOGO GILIKA (nee SEPHIRI), married in community of property on the 03rd August 2002, at Gaborone, wish to change their matrimonial property regime from in community of property to out of community of property; NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION BE PLEASED TO TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to the judgment of the above Honourable Court, the movable 2. The parties intend to make application to the High Court of the Republic of Botswana following the property of the above named Defendant shall be publicly sold in execution by the Deputy Sheriff as follows:- expiration of the three (3) weeks’ notice from the date of first publication hereof; and DATE OF SALE : 9th September 2021 3. Any person, creditor or debtor, who may have an interest in the assets and/or liabilities of the individual VENUE : Broadhurst Police Station and separate estates; or should they have any objection to the above intended change, should inform the TIME : 10:30 a.m parties Attorneys, MAKATI LAW CONSULTANCY, before the expiration of the said 3 weeks’ period, or make representations before the High Court of Botswana once the contemplated application is lodged. PROPERTY TO BE SOLD : 1x1 TV stand, 1x1 Samsung plasma, 1x 4 piece sofas, 1x1 Defy washing machine, 1x3 gas cylinder, 1x1 cadac stove, 1x1 univa 4 burner gas stove,1x1 Samsung fridge,1x1 Samsung DATED AT GABORONE ON THIS 11th DAY OF AUGUST 2021. microwave, 1x5 plastic chairs, 1x1 queen bed.

MAKATI LAW CONSULTANCY CONDITIONS OF SALE : Cash or bank guaranteed cheque. Applicants’ Attorneys DATED AT GABORONE THIS 24TH DAY OF AUGUST 2021. 28 Kgagodi Crescent, Peolwane ______Plot 59860, Block 7 DEPUTY SHERIFF OMPHEMETSE KAISARA P O Box 108; Tel:3975726 CELL: 72195113 /3190188 GABORONE C/O MOTUMISE ATTORNEYS (Our Ref: DMM.lem.01291) Plaintiff’s Attorneys Plot 378 (2nd Publication) Moeding Road P.O.Box 504606 GABORONE TEL: 390 4040/CELL: 73454599 The Botswana Gazette Wednesday 25 August 2021 sport Page 27 Tebogo Proves He Is A Double Act • Records Botswana’s first ever world stage medal at short distance level • Tebogo narrowly missed out on a 23 year old record

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otswana’s sprint sensation Letsile Tebogo recorded a historic double as he bagged a gold medal in the 100m category and a Bsilver medal in the 200m category at the Under 20 World Cham- pionships in Nairobi, Kenya. In the process he became the first ever Motswana to record a podium finish in the short sprint category ina global competition. Tebogo won the final on Friday with an impressive time as he clocked 10.19. At the time, this was Botswana ‘s second ever gold medal in the competition after Nijel Amos’s win in 2012. In the next few days Tebogo and Amos were joined by Anthony Pesela who won gold in the 400m category and the Botswana 4x400m relay team who also bagged gold. Tebogo’s stride, posture and running power mirrored that of many global sprint stars. many of whom are versatile double acts in the 100 m and 200m categories. The 18 year old star proved that he is also a double act as he bagged a silver medal in the 200m final. In what turned out to be a battle of final lap sprint bursts between Tebogo and his Nigerian counterpart Udodi Onwuzurike, the latter emerged victorious as Tebogo could only settle for a silver medal. The race could be viewed as a preview of what could be a match up for the next decade in short sprints at African and global level with Botswa- na finally having a say in short sprint conversations. Tebogo recorded a time of 20.38. Tebogo narrowly missed out on a 23 year old record at the championship which was set by British athlete Christian Malcom who won a gold medal in the 100m and 200m categories in 1998.

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1 Pesela records Championship record

ot only did Anthony Pesela win a gold medal in the 400m final at the World Athletics Under 20 Championships in Nairobi, he also recorded a championship record of 44.58. To date, he Nis the fastest ever 400m athlete to ever grace the competition, eclipsing the efforts of the likes of LaShawn Merritt, Renny Quow and many others who came before him.

2 Ditlhokwe back in action after suspension ebras captain Thatayaone Ditlhokwe returned to league action this past weekend as his club Supersport United recorded a 0-0 draw against Cape Town City. Ditlhokwe was named in the starting line up as he Zhelped his side record a clean sheet in their first league game of the season. Ditlhokwe missed Supersport United’s MTN8 Quarterfinal defeat against Golden Arrows through suspension. Page 28 sport Wednesday 25 August 2021 The Botswana Gazette

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Cooper Eyeing Second othusi Cooper will have an opportunity to grab his second trophy in Zambian foot- Mball when his club Lusaka Dynamos takes on MTN Zambian Super League champions ZESCO Dynamos Trophy This Weekend United in the Charity Shield this weekend. The game will take place on Saturday at the Woodlands Stadium at 3pm. Similar to season opening curtain raisers around the world, the Zambian Charity Shield pits the league champions (ZESCO) against the ABSA Cup winners (Lusaka Dynamos). Having already won his first piece of silver- ware last season the Zebras midfielder will be hoping for a win that would see him lift his second trophy in the space of eight months. The former Township Rollers midfielder’s arrival at the club has coincided with the arrival of their first trophy in 13 years. Although their league form was disappoint- ing the club hailed last season as a reasonable success and Cooper became an instant fan favourite in the process. Cooper missed the CO- SAFA Cup tournament after testing positive for COVID-19 and Dynamos will be upbeat about the amount of rest he got during the off- season. Cooper’s club has been busy in pre-season training and they recently won 5-3 against Atletico Lusaka in a friendly game. ZESCO United are likely to be a lot more prepared having started their pre-season a lot earlier. On August 7, ZESCO United beat Chipata 2-1 in a friendly, this past weekend they drew 3-3 against Jumulo FC. Decend Start For Ngele At Chippa

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ogakolodi Ngele has made a decent start to life at Chippa United. He was handed a full debut by Gavin Hunt as his new club made a winning start to the 2021/2022 DSTV Premiership sea- Mson against new comers Sekhukhune United during the weekend. Chippa United won the game 1-0 courtesy of a goal from Vuluyeke Zulu with Ngele making an impressive contribution as he was a goal threat every time he touched the ball. Ngele provided his fellow attackers with telling passes but they could not convert their chances to double the lead. The Zebras star also proved to be a menace from set piece range as his free kicks gave Sekhukhune goalkeeper Tapuwa Kapini something to think about. Ngele created his first big chance in the 22nd minute with a curling free kick which found a team- mate but his header surprisingly went wide with only the goalkeeper to beat after evading other markers in an aerial duel. One particular free kick which stood out was in the last few minutes of the game whereby Ngele’s seemingly goal bound effort went a few millimetres past the goal frame. The next task for Ngele and his teammates was a home game against reigning DSTV Premiership champions Mamelodi Sundowns on Tuesday (yesterday) which they recorded a 0-0 draw. Ngele was in the starting line up and he was substituted in the second half after an industrious performance. The Botswana Gazette Wednesday 25 August 2021 Page 29 sports

Wednesday 25 August 2021 Young Blood Conquer The World

Gazette Reporter other gold for Botswana at the championships in 400m but I will be coming with all guns blazing in 200m in with an unbelievable time. The Etsha 6 native’s daz- the next competitions since my aim is to qualify for the otswana Athletics Association (BAA) Junior zling performance produced a SB of 44.58 seconds also World Championships next year,” . Tebogo said. National Team has imitated their seniors' a Championship Record (CR) on his first ever individual On his part Pesela said he is more than happy to have recent exceptional performance at the To- appearance at the world stage. won a medal at the World Championships especially af- kyo 2020 Olympics by winning big at the In an interview with Gazette Sport upon the team’s ar- ter gaining a much needed experience at the Tokyo 2020 just ended World Under 20 Championships rival in the country on Tuesday, Tebogo said he is happy Olympics which is a true reflection of growth. Bheld in Nairobi, Kenya. Botswana’s athletics history was with his achievements at the world stage especially on his “Being at the Olympics inspired and motivated me to re written in the history books after it won its inaugural debut which he believes that he will be able to carry forth do well in these championships, I have learned a lot from gold medals in 100m, 400m and 4x400ms at the World the form and momentum. my seniors and my target now is to improve my personal U20 Championships since the only gold that the country “I am so happy that I have made my country proud best to a time that will earn me a diamond league entry has ever won through Nijel Amos at 2012 World Junior with the performance that I put at the championships, rep- whenever the time is right. I have already qualified for Championships held in Barcelona, Spain. resenting the country always comes with emotions and the world championships next year in United States of The new kid on the block, Letsile Tebogo dominated happiness at the same time. I am very honoured to be America and it means hard work from now and I am up the 100m race in all rounds to win a gold in his first indi- referred to as the world junior champion amongst the best for the challenge,” Pesela explained. vidual international stage competition following his ap- athletes in the world. My intention was to just do my best He joined Isaac Makwala and Nijel Amos as individual pearance at the 2021 World Relays held in Poland four more so that Botswana is not known to be good on short athletes who have already qualified for the World Cham- months ago. Tebogo arrived in Nairobi with a 100m per- sprints but defied the odds and we have made a statement pionships slated for Oregon, USA next year. sonal best (PB) and a National Record (NR) of 10.14 sec- on the one especially after winning a gold and a silver The Junior team Coach, Chilume Ntswarang said they onds, he clocked in February at the National champion- medal at the big games,” he said. are also happy with the team’s performance, but they are ships and he smashed it again last week to register a new He however said he is a bit disappointed that he did not of the view that they could have qualified a bigger team PB and NR of 10.11 seconds. win a gold in a race that he considers his favourite, 200m if it was not for Covid-19 setbacks. “Botswana is gifted He continued with his fine form and won a silver medal and intends to work on improving his tactics in 200m. in track events and we could produce more athletes who in 200m with a time of 20.38. Anthony Pesela proved his “ I like 200m and I want to specialise in 200m simply can do well in the international stage. Development is key worth and why he was part of the men’s 4x400m relay because it is my favourite and I believe that my strength and school sport must return as soon as possible because team that won bronze at the Olympics by winning an- is in this category, yes I am happy with my 100m gold that’s where we discover talent,” he concluded. BNSC Approves Gambling Authority Sports Vision terview with this publication. “In other ensure that the right investments and sys- countries, funds from lotteries have tems are in place to ascertain fair play and played very significant roles is support- detect suspicious activities and foul play. ing both development and elite sport. In ‘You first need to develop systems and fact, in some countries the national lottery tighten controls,’ he says. would be the biggest financier of sport.” Renowned sports analyst Jimmy The founding CEO of the Gambling George also believes sports betting is a Authority, Johnson is on record saying way to go for the country. “Sports betting sports betting can be of great benefit to is a window of opportunity that should be the country. But those in sports circles, he exploited,” he said. “The developed world posits, will have to wait a bit before sports is going that route so we should do the betting is introduced because the author- same. Our sport can economically benefit GAZETTE REPORTER structural development as central to his ity would want to allow the national lot- from it.” roadmap which he anticipates will turn- tery to roll out first before another gam- Meanwhile, South Africa’s gambling lot of money can be generated from around the Sports fraternity’s fortunes. bling component is introduced. revenues were estimated at R30 billion sport betting to support the coun- According to Serufho, funds accrued “Before rolling out sports betting, we in 2019, according to a new report by the Atry’s sport development, Botswana from sports betting would not only ben- have to ensure that the infrastructure is National Gambling Board of South Af- National Sport Commission (BNSC) efit sports development but would also be developed to certain standards and that rica. The South African gambling indus- Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Tuelo Se- influential in sports facility development, all processes involved are set to create a try includes casinos, sports betting, horse rufho has revealed. elite sports development , higher perfor- conducive and fair betting platform for race betting, the national lottery, limited Serufho‘s remarks follow developments mance training and capacity development. the gambler,” he said. Johnson says the payout machines and bingo. Sports bet- at the gambling authority where the CEO, “We are waiting in great anticipation for Authority will work in partnership with ting in South Africa made a whopping R5 Thulisizwe Johnson has marked sports and sports betting,” he said in a telephone in- stakeholders in sports like the BNSC to billion in 2019 as according to the report.