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Standard Chartered Bank Botswana Ltd is regulated by Bank of Botswana Page 2 news Wednesday 26 May 2021 The Botswana Gazette Chinese Contractors Swim in Billion Pula Water Projects While WUC does not exactly deny that discrimination against local companies may be visible in the water in the way that almost all of its highly lucrative mega projects have gone to Chinese contractors since the onset of COVID-19 and declaration of the State of Emergency last year, it cites accent placed expertise, equipment and capacity to complete projects within budget and schedule as debilitating factors against citizen contractors. LETLHOGILE MPUANG reports.

Plant valued at over P279 million. Reports early this efficiency and delivery of the projects within budget ater Utilities Corporation (WUC) has year suggested that progress on this project that is and schedule. been accused of sidelining majority cit- due for completion later this year stood at 61% in “These are competitive bids open to international Wizen-owned companies in preference of December 2020. bidders,” Senai told The Botswana Gazette. “We Chinese contractors in the award of the parastatal’s Construction of the P800 million Ramotswa Water want projects completed on time and on budget. As multi-billion pula water projects since declaration of Treatment Plant has also been awared to a Chinese much as we are aware of the citizen empowerment the State of Public Emergence (SoPE) last year. contractor, China Petroleum-Zhengtai-Mentro Joint policy, the challenge is that most of our local com- The Botswana Gazette has learnt that at least five Venture. China Geo/Asphalt Botswana Joint Ven- panies do not have the relevant experience in imple- Chinese contractors have been awarded water proj- ture was awarded the P290 million tender for design menting such projects but we have made it a point ects in excess P5 billion in the last 16 months. China and construction of a pipeline and associated works that any international company that is awarded a ten- State Construction and Engineering Corporation to supply the villages of Tswapong South (Sefhare der should have a local partner.” (CSCEC) (Pty) Ltd, China Petroleum Pipeline Engi- cluster, Ramokgonami cluster, Pilikwe cluster, and He added that another challenge for many local neering, China Geo, Zhengtai and Unik Construction Ngwapa and Mokobeng villages). contractors is limited resources, especially equip- are among the largest beneficiaries of the more than Unik Construction, which was previously black- ment. 10 mega projects awarded by WUC since 1st April listed by the World Bank over issues of non-com- Khato nears completion of Masama-Mma- 2020. pliance, was awarded a P257 million project for the mashia pipeline China State Construction and Engineering Corpo- upgrade and remedial of treatment works and pumps According to WUC Executive Director, Techni- ration (CSCEC) (Pty) Ltd has been awarded three at Masingwaneng, construction of a break pressure cal Service, Ntshambiwa Moatlhodi, the P900 mil- mega water projects totalling more than P2 billion. In tank and pump station at Kalakamati, construction 2020, CSCEC was awarded the Lobatse Water Mas- of booster pump station at Moroka, construction of lion Masama-Mmamashia will soon be handed over ter Plan package for construction of a pump station a reservoir at Mbalambi, upgrades on electrical and by the contractor becuase it is expected that it will at Forest Hill (Kgale) and instalment of a reservoir at mechanical components, telemetry and electrical be completed next month (June). The tender was Lobatse for money in excess of P1 billion. components upgrade, pipelines and elevated tanks at awarded to Khato Civils/South Zambezi, Evolution The second project that CSCEC was awarded dur- different locations in the scheme. The same company Engineering JV in 2019. “We are not disappointed by ing the SoE is the North-South Water Carrier 2.3 for was awarded the Moshupa Sanitation Project that is the contractor’s commitment to the project,” Moatl- construction of a new pump station and associated valued at over P893 million in 2019. hodi told the media. “It will be completed within the appurtenances at the Mmamashia Water Treatment This publication understands that many of the citi- agreed time of 12 months, and most importantly at a Works for pumping treated water to the Forest Hill zen owned companies that made bids for these ten- cheaper price and without any cost overruns.” Reservoir, as well as interconnecting pipe work and ders were deemed to be below standard and no other He noted that the project would “normally” have site works and telemetry at over P900 million. consideration was made for them. The CEO of Water taken 24 months to complete. In addition to Gabo- The company also bagged the Gumare Water Utilities Corporation, Gaselemogwe Senai, says he rone and its surroundings, this project will benefit 23 Scheme project that involves pumping water from la- is aware of concerns of exclusion of citizen owned villages in the Goodhope constituency and parts of goons for over P36 million. CSCEC was also award- companies in almost all of these highly lucrative ten- the Kweneng region, including Molepolole and its ed a tender for expansion of Mahalapye Treatment ders but sought to emphasise the accent placed on surronding villages.

“We are not disappointed by the contractor’s commitment to the project,” Moatlhodi told the media. “It will be completed within the agreed time of 12 months, and most importantly at a cheaper price and without any cost overruns.”

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he people of Rasesa have peti- tioned Kgatleng District Coun- Tcil for relocation or permanent closure of a landfill at nearby Pilane Village because it pollutes the air in their village, The Botswana Gazette has established. “Pollutants from this fire are dis- charged into the immediate environment, particularly Rasesa Village and EXPRESSION OF INTEREST – PROVISION OF TRANSPORT SERVICES (TAXI/CAB) surrounding areas of our immediate TO DE BEERS GLOBAL SIGHTHOLDER SALES IN GABORONE neighbourhood, leaving us bearing the BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES heaviest brunt of these pollutants,” the The De Beers Group of Companies’ (De Beers) was established in 1888 and is a member of the Anglo-American Plc Group. petition reads in part. We are the world’s leading diamond company, with unrivalled expertise in the exploration, mining, sorting, valuing, selling and marketing of diamonds. We believe that diamonds are a catalyst for creating value and delivering socio-economic benefit in the countries and communities where we operate. “As a long-term The De Beers purpose is to “Make Life Brilliant”. We believe in making contributions that are real, long lasting and matter to the communities in which we operate. As the sales arm of De Beers, the De Beers Global Sightholder Sales (DBGSS) visionis “To be the world’s most efficient diamond distributor”. plan, the council DBGSS is inviting interested and registered companies of repute domiciled in the Republic of Botswana to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) for a three (3) year transport contract (taxi/cabs). Please note submissions are requested on a non – committal basis and meant to assist DBGSS to assess suitability to offer services. Shortlisting and evaluation will be made on the most should seriously suitable proposal received. Scope of Services For the duration of the contract the contractor will be expected to undertake to the following; consider • Provide cab/taxi transport services to DBGSS employees in Gaborone and surrounding areas Conditions • The duration of the intended contract will be for 36 calendar months. permanent • Contractors responding to this EOI shall include all relevant and supporting documents with their submissions. • All interested contractors will need to demonstrate capability, resources and experience to deliver the services required. closure and • Adherence to transport services safety standards are of utmost importance in this service delivery. • Contractors to perform all work in full compliance with the company’s Safety and Sustainability Development policies for the duration of the relationship with the company.

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site.” Further details of the proposal requirements may be obtained from [email protected] or According to information sourced +267 3716400. from the Internet, the most com- Proposal submission mon cause of underground landfill All proposals, clearly marked “Expression Of Interest – Provision Of Transport Services (cab/taxi)” should also be emailed fires is an increase in the oxygen con- to [email protected]. Late submissions, telegraphic, facsimile, telephone or telefaxed tent of the landfill, which increases submissions will not be accepted. bacterial activity and raises tempera- tures (aerobic decomposition). These The proposal must be emailed no later than 10h00 (DBGSS time) on 2 June 2021. ‘hot spots’ can come into contact with LIMITATIONS pockets of methane gas and result in a This is an Expression of Interest only; it is not a procurement document nor is it a request for tenders. The information fire. contained in this EOI is intended for information purposes only to assist interested parties in assessing whether or not to In their petition, the people of Rasesa respond to such request. No representation or warranty express or implied, is made by DBGSS or any of its agents, as to the note that this is the case with the Pilane accuracy or completeness of such information. Neither DBGSS nor its agents will be responsible for, and hereby expressly disclaim, any and all liability for any errors, omissions or inaccuracies in connection therewith. In its response to this EOI, the Landfill, and point out how this could Respondent must disclose to DBGSS, any potential conflict of interest that might compromise this process. If such a conflict cause or exacerbate respiratory diseas- of interest does exist, DBGSS may, at its discretion, refuse to consider the response in question. es that pre-dispose to COVID-19. Page 6 news Wednesday 26 May 2021 The Botswana Gazette

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he government has not given up on its efforts to remove BaSarwa from Ran- yane even after losing a 2013 court battle that protected BaSarwa from relocation, residents of the settlement have said. >ĞŐĂĞŶŐůŝƐŚDĞĚŝƵŵ^ĐŚŽŽů T ‘Legae, A Home Away from Home’ Ruling in favour of BaSarwa, the court ordered: “The authorities will not permit their officers to enter any household compound occupied by the Ranyane San with- Legae English Medium School is inviting applications for the following positions to start January 2022. out their express consent – as opposed to the door-to-door campaigns that officials were waging to ‘encourage’ people to relocate; the authorities will not remove the TEACHERS and LIBRARIAN engine that currently operates the borehole at Ranyane without 14 days’ prior writ-

REQUIREMENTS: ten notice to the community’s attorneys; and no one shall be removed from Ranyane less than 48 hours after the authorities have informed the community’s lawyers by • BEd or Degree and Postgraduate qualification in Education, BEd (Primary) preferred telephone of their proposed removal.” • Fluent in English First/First Additional Language, written and spoken But the people of Ranyane say the government is again disregarding to the court • Experience in an English medium or international school environment order and that the campaign to remove them continues by use of several means to • Lower / Middle school experience preferred (KSI / KS2 per Cambridge level) • Minimum experience 3 (three) years, prefer 5 (Five) compel them to leave ostensibly because the settlement lies in a wildlife corridor. • Experience in teaching the Cambridge International Assessment Curriculum at Primary Withdrawal of services is one of the means that the government has allegedly re- Level preferred. sorted to. • Quality new graduates welcome to apply • Prior applicants having international English medium school exposure are welcome to Reached for comment, a former councillor for Central Kalahari Game Reserve, reapply (teacher / student). Bashi Thiite, said almost all social services have been stopped. “They now access

Be prepared to work with the school’s Ethos and Policies. the services in Metsimantsho, about 30 kilometres away from Ranyane,” Thiite told The Botswana Gazette. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and According to the former councillor, the government’s claims that the area lies in applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and criminal records. a wildlife corridor are false. “There is no wildlife here,” he said, adding that the authorities are demarcating the land and allocating it as farms to ‘outsiders.’ Please forward Letter of Application, CV, certified copies of certificates and names of 2 (two) The Director of the Botswana Khoedom Council, Keikabile Mogodu, is currently referees to: The Managing Director, Legae English Medium School, PO Box 641 Gaborone – in Ranyane to assess the situation. He says all the social services like water and Botswana. Email: [email protected] health have been withdrawn without a word. “People here say when they ask for reasons, they are told by the district council and the District Commissioner’s office CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 30 June 2021 that they have been instructed to withdraw the services,” Mogodu said. A mobile clinic that used to visit the settlement has reportedly stopped coming. “It is very painful that even with COVID-19, these things can happen in our country,” said Mogodu. “I have contacted the COVID-19 Task Team about this and was referred to the District Health Management Team.” Gantsi District Council could not be reached for comment because the Council Chairman, Thato Tshweneyagae, was “attending a minister’s Kgotla meetings”, according to his secretary. Efforts to reach him on his cell phone proved futile because it was off. The Botswana Gazette Wednesday 26 May 2021 NEWS Page 7

BOFEPUSU SLAMS Speaking at the retreat, President MASISI’S ‘RESET’ Mokgweetsi Masisi called on ministers, Says it is the same excuse all the time MPs and elders of GAZETTE REPORTER the BDP to refocus

he Botswana Federation of Public, Private and Parastatal Sector their energies and Unions (BOFEPUSU) has dismissed the Botswana Democratic acknowledge that TParty’s (BDP) recent retreat as a poor excuse for a gathering after there had been 50 years of failing the country. Speaking at the retreat, President Mokgweetsi Masisi called on ministers, challenges along the MPs and elders of the BDP to refocus their energies and acknowledge that there had been challenges along the way, thus the government’s poor ser- way, vice delivery. Responding to Masisi’s address, the president of BOFEPUSU, Johannes Tshukudu, told The Botswana Gazette that the BDP had failed to demonstrate political will to change the landscape of joblessness that is characterized by poorly paid workers. Tshukudu said the BDP’s analysis of issues had become tedious after 54 years of the humdrum. “Calling a meeting and repeating what has been said over the last 54 years is not going to help. What can be an inspiring solution is coming up with a strategic programme to revitalize the public sector. What we saw was emp- ty talk where the President continues to make promises without action. We want to see results because people need service delivery. I do not understand what is being ‘reset’ by the BDP,” he noted in reference to the theme of the Domkrag retreat. The unionist said it was disturbing that MPs of the ruling party recently stood and voted against a motion for Botswana to adopt a living wage rather than merely a minimum wage. “A living wage is important because it is bound to assessing the cost of living and ascertaining whether it is still fea- sible for the working class to continue receiving the same wages against an ever-rising cost of living,” Tshukudu pointed out. He asserted that foreign companies Francistown, now your dominate the economy and expatri- ate their profits under Botswana’s- ex ATM can deposit! change control liberalization. “Batswa- na are spectators in the economy,” he said. “It was even reported that most Hassle-free convenience is here, with foreign companies generated huge profits that were laundered outside the real-time deposits now available at country.” your ATM 24/7. By contrast, Ipelegeng is reserved for Batswana as decent employment, Tshukudu said, referring to the inter- ATM deposits now available at Ghanzi, mittent public works programme in Palapye, Francistown and Kazungula. which people work on a rotational basis. “The people for whom Ipelegeng is reserved are the ones targeted during elections,” he asserted. “It is absolutely heartbreaking.” The unionist emphasized that BOFE- PUSU is not convinced that BDP will change anything. “Nothing has changed over the last 48 years,” he said. “It is the same excuse every now and then.” Page 8 news Wednesday 26 May 2021 The Botswana Gazette BE WARY OF COVID-19 TASK FORCE, ‘Settle water BACKBENCHERS WARN CABINET bills or face debt • Say they should weigh the decisions against people’s interests • Warn that failure in vaccination could play into the opposition collectors’

GAZETTE REPORTER the cabinet to speed up delivery of vaccines to score • Collective arrears stand in excess of PI billion political points. “The opposition is already prepar- • Most bills are from households ailure of the government to speed up the de- ing to taint the image of the government and I must • President Masisi instructed WUC to reconnect livery of COVID-19 vaccines for inoculating advise the cabinet to stand up because some people bad defaulters last year Fthe entire population could play into the hands may believe what the opposition says,” Kablay said. of the opposition, backbenchers of the Botswana The MP for Gantsi North, John Thithe, was rela- • President was concerned about COVID measure Democratic Party (BDP) have warned. tively mild, noting that the Task Force and the cabi- of washing hands constantly Speaking in interviews with The Botswana Ga- net have been working together to minimize the zette, the MPs also warned the cabinet of President spread of the virus while ensuring that the economy SESUPO RANTSIMAKO Mokgweetsi Masisi against going along with every is not severely impacted. Even so, Thite added, most decision of the COVID-19 Task Force because some people in Gantsi North are farmers and have suf- ater Utilities Corporation (WUC) has given its defaulting of them could hurt the interests of Batswana. fered a great deal since the onset of COVID-19. customers an ultimatum to settle their bills, make payment arrangements with the parastatal, or face debt collectors, The The MP for Letlhakeng-Lephephe, Liekat Kablay, “This has been the most difficult time for the party W Botswana Gazette has established. said the general consensus in his constituency is that and I am sure people will also understand that this WUC says when the 30 days within which to settle or come forward to because the government is slow in the roll-out of is a challenging period,” he said. “I want to believe make arrangements elapses in a week’s time, the names of all defaulters vaccines, ministers should take the lead in ensuring that the cabinet knows how important it is to ensure will be referred to debt collectors, that people are vaccinated. service delivery to Batswana because people will According to WUC’s Director of Strategy and Corporate Affairs, Peter “The economy has slowed down due to the virus start pointing fingers.” Sedingwe, this is a last resort measure adopted after a significant growth and I wish that the cabinet would speed up the ar- The MP for Nata-Gweta, Paulson Majaga, said in the level of arrears, the bulk of which are for domestic use, was registered. rival of vaccines,” Kablay asserted. “People in the it is important that those close to President Masisi Sedingwe says the move is also meant to fast-track payment of water villages are angry because they rely on the informal advise him properly even as the country is under a bills. Before the outbreak of COVID-19 in Botswana last year, the debt sector but the curfew means they are unable to gen- State of Emergency. “I am one of those who sup- was standing at P800 million. “We are not quite sure whether there is erate income. ported extension of State of Emergency because I reluctance to pay, but our records show growth in the level of debt,” he “I am not undermining anyone. Both the cabinet did not want an instance where people could one day told The Botswana Gazette in an interview, adding that customers should and the Task Force should stand up and ensure de- blame the President’s failure to deal with the virus understand that the money is needed for WUC’s daily operations and continued service delivery. livery of vaccines. If it is an issue of transportation, on us,” said Majaga. The increase from P800 million occurred between April 2020 and now, then we have our very own airline to do the job.” Majaga noted that although the government is go- raising concerns about whether President Mokgweetsi Masisi’s instruc- He called on the government to take advantage ing in the right direction, there is a need to amend tion to reconnect customers who had been disconnected has a bearing on of Botswana-born Dr Matshidiso Moeti, who is the certain COVID-19 regulations for the benefit of the rise in arrears. The President issued the instruction to WUC in order Regional Director for Africa at the World Health Or- people’s livelihoods. “People in our constituencies to enable compliance with one of the COVID-19 measures of regularly ganization, to order more doses and vaccinate the know the President and not the Presidential Task washing hands with soap and clean water last year. entire population. Force,” he said. “They also understand the State of More than over 39 000 defaulters were subsequently reconnected while approximately 200 were not connected for different reasons, among them He warned that the opposition could use failure of Emergency.” unoccupied plots and owners requesting not to be reconnected.

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nouncement of the most admired brands in Southern All Kasi, Yarona FM and Africa, featuring Lesotho, Botswana and Namibia, then West African and Nigeria; then North African Morocco, and will close with a live announcement of the Franco- phone Africa and Ivory Coast list hosted by Opinion & Botswana Life Ranked The Most Public at 18h00 GMT at Royal Work Club, Le Plateau in Abjidjan, Ivory Coast. The Brand Africa 100 results will be published in the June issue African Business magazine which on sale Admired Brands In Botswana globally from 31 May 2020 and is available online to subscribers on www.africanbusinessmagazine.com. The Brand Africa 100: Africa’s Best Brands events are organised by IC Events, Brand Leadership and afri- Choppies, Debswana, Orange, FNB and Red Crossbrands capractice, and supported by Africa Media Agency and BCW in communication and the Africa Brand Leader- recognized as most helpful during the Covid-19 Pandemic ship Academy as the academic partner. Established in 2011, the Brand Africa 100: Africa’s Best Brands rankings are the most authoritative survey Thebe Ikalafeng bound by a common theme – the Covid-19 pandemic. and analysis on brands and underlying businesses in Af- Predictably, given its global omini-presence dur- rica, based on a study by Geopoll across 28 countries oday Brand Africa unveiled the 11th annual Brand ing the pandemic, the WHO emerged as the #1 most spanning all the five economic regions and analysis and Africa 100: Africa’s Best Brands 2021 rankings admired global brand perceived to have been most ranking by Kantar and Brand Leadership. Collectively of the Top 100 most admired brands in Africa and helpful during the pandemic. MTN, which donated they account for over 80% of the population and over T 80% of the GDP of Africa. An analysis of the data over the inaugural listing of the best brands in Botswana in over 7 million COVID19 vaccine doses to 9 African the second virtual event hosted by Brand Africa and Bo- countries, is the leading African and private sector the past 10 years, has established that on average, only tswana’s Footprints. brand at #2, in private sector list where all multina- 20% of the brands admired by Africans are made in Af- During a year defined by the pandemic which brought tional mobile operators in Africa - Vodafone Group rica. the world to a halt, as markets having to adapt to a new (#3), Orange (#4), Airtel (#6) – and media brands, The 2021 survey was conducted between March and reality, across the continent, African brands, retained Facebook (#10) and DSTV (#24) made the list of the April 2021 and yielded over 80,000 brand mentions and their 13% share of the Top 100 most admired brands in Top 25. They were instrumental in communicating over 3,500 unique brands. Africa. about the pandemic and in keeping people connect- Reflecting on the inaugural listing of the listing in Botswana’s Best Brands ed. Underlying the role the private sector is play- Lesotho, Footprints Founder, Losika Seboni says, “It is All Kasi, is ranked the #1 most admired African brand ing during pandemic, the list is 80% dominated by inspiring to keep seeing homemade brands such as All and overall brand in Botswana, and Yarona FM is #1 diverse private sector brands and 20% governmen- Kasi and established brands such as Choppies continue most admired media brand, and Botswana Life is ranked tal and non-governmental agencies such as the Red to fly the national flag and inspire other entrepreneurs the most admired financial services brand in Botswana. Cross (#5), multi-lateral agencies such as WHO and to dare to take on the big brands. These results give us In a year defined by COVID-19 and its impact on Unicef (#7), government agencies such as the Center confidence that local brands are on the right track.” lives and livelihoods, this year Brand Africa survey for Disease Control (#16) and USAID (#19). Unsur- “There is no doubt the pandemic, pandemic that con- sought to establish the brands which were perceived prisingly, the leading pharmaceutical groups, John- tinues to cost lives and livelihoods, and coincided with to have been helpful during the pandemic. Botswa- son & Johnson (#12) and Astrazeneca (#25) rounded the launch of the implementation phase of the AfCFTA na’s leading retailer, Choppies and mining house Deb- off the list. Nigeria’s Dangote (#8) is only industrial which aims to accelerate intra-Africa trade from 18% to swana, France’s Orange, South Africa’s FNB and the Red brand in the list. 50% in 2030, is becoming a catalyst for loconomies with Cross brands recognized as most helpful Ethiopian Airways, the only African airline to have nations having to look internally for sustainability. The during the COVID-19 Pandemic. seemingly thrived during the pandemic, the first of internal shifts in the rankings in particular the African Africa’s Most Admired Brands the continent’s airlines to resume service and convert- brands, Africa can and will need to grow its own brands Despite an increase in sample size and countries, ing passenger planes into cargo planes to transport criti- to meet the needs of its growing consumer market,” says the Top 10 Most Admired Brands in Africa show little cal PPE’s around the world and the continent during the Thebe Ikalafeng, Founder and Chairman of Brand Africa change from previous years. MTN, consistently the only pandemic’s depths, spectacularly broke into the Top and Brand Leadership. “African brands will continue to African brand among the Top 10 brands overall, dropped 100 most admired brands in Africa, the only airline, play a dual role of being globally competitive but most to #11 for the first time in a decade. American sports and at #51. importantly of transforming the continent’s promise into fitness giant, Nike retains the top spot for the fourth year With loconomies a central pivot during the pandemic, a real change.” in a row. MTN and Dangote retain their status as the upstart South African brand, Bathu, muscled its way into “While mobile has always been an expedient and ef- most admired African brands recalled spontaneously and a Top 25 at #10 among the most admired African brands fective tool to provide us reach and accessibility across when prompted, respectively. Nigeria’s GT Bank retains list dominated by the stalwart brands, Dangote (#1), the continent, it became more important during the pan- its position as the most admired financial services brand MTN (#2) and DSTV (#3), which retained their top re- demic as virtually the only way to reach respondents in Africa. spective rankings. across the continent, providing us vital and timeous re- Top 100 brands in Africa continue to be dominated Out of all the 28 countries surveyed, only 5 (18%) have sults at a critical time,” said Caitlin van Niekerk, Global by European brands which have held their share at 41% an African as the #1 most admired brand in the country. Client Development Manager, GeoPoll. (-1), North America (+1), Asia (-), and Africa retaining Now in its 11th year, every year on or around Africa Karin Du Chenne, Chief Growth Officer Africa Mid- its 13% share of the most admired brands in the world. Day, 25 May, Brand Africa releases the results of the sur- dle East for Kantar, which has been the insight lead for Similarly, the leading African countries that dominate the vey on the most admired brands in Africa. Brand Africa since inception in 2010 says, “Despite the rankings largely retained their positions with Nigeria (-1) The announcement of the pan-African list, kicks of increase in the sample size and countries surveyed – and and South Africa (-) with 5 brands each, Ethiopia (+1) marathon series of announcements for the day, which more than 80,000 in brand mentions, the survey contin- and Kenya (-) accounting for the13 brands among the started with morning with a virtual event at 05h45 GMT ues to yield very consistent picture of a steadily trans- Top 100 most admired brands in Africa. in Uganda with the most Africa-wide, East African and forming continental brand landscape and the brands that The shifts in the rankings this year’s rankings are Uganda’s most admired brands; followed by the an- will drive the African transformation.”

Most Admired Brands in Botswana Most Admired Botswana Media Brands Rank Brand Domicile Rank Brand 1 All Kasi Botswana 1 Yarona Fm 2 Adidas Germany 2 Duma fm 3 Puma Germany 3 BTV 4 Orange France 4 Sunday standard 5 Coca Cola USA 5 Rb2 6 Samsung South Korea 6 Mmegi 7 Bk Proctor Botswana 7 Rb1 8 Choppies Botswna 8 Pula power 9 Converse Allstar USA 9 Mascom 10 Apple USA 10 Radio botswana

Most Admired African Brands in Botswana Most Admired Botswana Financial Services Brands Rank Brand Domicile Rank Brand 1 All Kasi Botswana 1 Botswana life 2 Bk Proctor Botswana 2 Letsego 3 Choppies Botswana 3 BIFM 4 Ama Kip Kip South Africa 4 LEA 5 Dstv South Africa 5 BIC 6 Odipeca Botswana 6 Botswana Savings Bank 7 Loxion Kulcha South Africa 7 National Development Bank 8 Mascom Botswana 8 MVA 9 MTN South Africa 9 Bank Gaborone 10 Senn Foods Botswana 10 Bank of Botswana Page 12 news Wednesday 26 May 2021 The Botswana Gazette

The Botswana Gazette Page 12 Wednesday 26 May 2021 Opinion Forum SINCE 1984

Because H.E. (His Public Health Excellency the Emergencies: President) said the Reset Agenda came Preparedness And from the BDP, I am assuming that he had Response By The also been consulting Minister Of Health & with councillors and other BDP structures. Wellness, Honourable Dr Edwin G. Dikoloti

The Fallacy Of Masisi’s ‘Reset’ hairperson, Botswana aligns with the statement delivered by Togo on behalf of the Africa Region After dismissing President Mokgweetsi Masisi’s Reset Agenda for blaming CMember States. We appreciate the important role played by WHO in providing technical guidance and support on our preparedness and response to the COVID-19 failures of the Executive on public servants, political scientist DR. PATRICK crisis. Botswana welcomes The Independent Panel for Pan- MOLUTSI turns his attention on what he calls the President’s one-phoko demic Preparedness and Response Report, and the recommendations contained therein. As reported, the world scheme and concludes that doing something similar to bull camps would is still in the midst of a pandemic with devastating public health and socioeconomic impact, and the vaccination cov- benefit more farmers and create more jobs. erage is far from being at the scale needed to reduce the burden of illness and curb transmission globally. his piece focuses on the fallacy of the so-called tswana has bypassed the citizens, hence a malnourished In this regard, we fully agree that vaccine rollout needs “Reset Agenda.” President Mokgweetsi Masisi middle-class and intolerable levels of poverty and in- to be scaled up urgently and equitably across the world. recently addressed the nation on what he called equality in the country today. It is exactly at this point However, as the Independent Panel has noted, the current T production capacity is stretched to its limits. We highly Reset and his Transformation agenda. According to the that one begins to see the fallacy of the Reset ideology. It President, the decision to reset came from two retreats is yet another bluff like transformation, EPR, diversifica- welcome the recommendation that manufacturing capacity of mRNA and other vaccines needs to be urgently built in which they had, an earlier one with the cabinet and senior tion, and so on. Africa, Latin America and other low- and middle-income public servants and the other later with BDP backbench How do you cause so much damage and destruction and regions. Members of Parliament. then turn around and say you have solutions to solve the Chairperson Botswana is ready to work with the interna- Because H.E. (His Excellency the President) said the endemic decades-long problems? Let me offer free advice tional and regional organisations and partners to translate Reset Agenda came from the BDP, I am assuming that to H.E. I do this knowing that he has a tendency of ignor- this into a reality. We further look forward to participating he had also been consulting with councillors and other ing advice. After the recent reshuffle of the cabinet and in the WHO’s first World Local Production Forum on en- BDP structures. If he didn’t, there lies the first problem transfer of senior public officers, I wrote cautioning him hancing access to medicines and other health technologies of lack of internal party democracy. We cannot expect against these frequent transfers of personnel because they which is scheduled for June 2021. to be consulted as non-BDP members and as the nation are harmful to the development of the country. He ignored In response to the threat of COVID-19 pandemic, Bo- if the BDP, which is closest to his responsibility, was not this advice and went on to transfer and promote more than tswana started preparations early on by activating the fully consulted. 30 senior officers. Be it as it may, my advice is: multi-sectoral Public Health Emergency & Preparedness Anyway H.E. says the Reset comes from the BDP’s in- 1. Please note that “Mabele a anyesitse matlhale otlhe.” Committee, which was followed by establishment of a trospection and, as a result of that introspection, they have You need to recognize that your BDP may not necessarily Presidential National Task Force to coordinate the re- decided to run or govern the country following his own be holding the best brains in this country. sponse. ‘transformation agenda.’ I must say I for one I am yet to 2. Please note that some of your advisers are bootlick- We initiated COVID-19 vaccination campaign in March see and understand this much talked about ‘transforma- ers and you choose them because they are yes-men and 2021, leveraging on our existing Expanded Program on tion agenda.’ I know there is some task force, but like the yes-women without requisite competencies. They want to Immunization, we strengthened coordination, implementation and M&E structures. The use of digital health tech- one on COVID-19, I am yet to see any serious advice that tell you what you prefer to hear not what is good for the nologies is also being explored as we aim to vaccinate all they are offering. I only hear the latter blaming people for country. eligible persons aged 18 years and above. Currently, only having spread COVID for travelling to their homes dur- 3. In the spirit if democracy, kindly reach out to the ing Christmas and New Year holidays. six percent (6%) of the target population is vaccinated. whole nation and consult if you want to reset, and start by Isn’t it funny that they asked for money from us and On the Implementation of the International Health admitting your failures without blaming them on public the government, which was given? They asked for a le- Regulations (2005), we note with concern the Global servants. gal instrument, the State of Emergency (SOE), and this Pulse survey which revealed disruptions across all servic- 4. Let me give you an example of what Reset should too they were given. They developed control tools, travel es, and request for continued efforts to ensure strengthen- entail. Please stop going around the country giving one or ing of PHC for delivery of quality essential health services, permits and others, and yet when the disease spread, they two people diphoko and diphelefu as gifts from you and including for life course stages, immunization, long-term blame us. Until our leaders learn to accept their failures your friends. Instead use government resources to build care, communicable and NCDs, strengthening the health and mistakes and apologize to us for them, they will never insemination farms around the country similar to bull workforce, and supply chain and blood supply, particularly be accountable. camps. Ask smallstock farmers to take their female sheep in low- and middle-income countries. Look at the Reset, it is on based false allegations of and goats there for artificial or even physical insemina- Lastly, Botswana congratulates the Group of Friends on a ‘failed’ public service. The proponents of Reset forget tion/mating. Look at the outcomes: the Pandemic Treaty, and welcomes, in principle, the deci- that constitutionally, the supervisor of the public service sion to consider development of a Framework Convention is the Executive, which is the Cabinet. So if the public 1. More farmers will be covered than your one phoko scheme; or other International Agreement in order to strengthen service has failed, it is the cabinet which has failed. Any- the IHR (2005) and the WHO. We look forward to work- 2. Improvement of smallstock will be quicker. way, in all fairness to His Excellency the President, he did ing with other Member States in the Working Group on 3. More jobs will be created in the ram/he-goat camps. concede that for the past 30 years (I would say the past 57 Strengthening WHO Preparedness and Response to Health years), the BDP government has failed this nation. 4. Vaccination and care programme will be improved Emergencies, in an inclusive and transparent manner in H.E. correctly observed that the development of Bo- and jobs created. this regard.

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However, tax treaties may bring this down to 5% if the shareholder is a company JOB PURPOSE holding at least 25% shareholding where a provision is made in the applicable dou- Accountable to the Procurement Specialist, the incumbent will be responsible for ble tax treaty. It is important to note that the following among others; the withholding tax is a final tax, meaning that once taxed by the company declaring them, the receiving shareholder will not be • Execute procurement processes in adherence to established policies and procedure taxed any further. in order to derive optimal value for the University. Tax on directors’ fees Directors’ fees which currently suffer • Sources quotes, processes order requisitions and procures as directed with PAYE at 25% at the highest bracket will delegated limits and procedures. soon be taxed through a withholding tax mechanism at 15% or 10%, depending on where the director is resident. Resident directors will pay withholding tax at 10% THE REQUIREMENTS whilst non-resident directors will part with The right candidate must meet the following minimum requirements, among others; 15% as tax. Previously, directors only paid PAYE if they earned P36 000 and above during the year. However, they will pay • Possess Bachelor’s Degree in Purchasing and Materials Management or tax at 15% or 10% on every thebe. For related. example, a resident non-working director who earns annual sitting fees of P70 000 • Posses two (2) years post qualification experience. currently pays tax of P1 700 and will pay P7 000 after the law commences. Further, • BASIC Knowledge of procurement processes and procedures. resident directors who were not taxed on the basis that their income was less that P36 000 will have to pay tax from the first COMPETENCIES thebe they earn. This will make them con- Execution and Delivery tribute more tax. Following the above, the payers of the Purchasing directors’ fees will now need to issue tax Supplier Management certificates to the directors, most likely in the form of ITW9 forms, which are used Customer Focus for other withholding taxes. This will be evidence that withholding tax was deduct- Fringe Benefits: ed at source. These include motor vehicle purchase advance scheme, an optional 50% BUAN funded medical aid plan, group life Rent and commission assurance scheme and a contributory pension scheme. Currently, businesses which pay rent are required to deduct a withholding tax of 5% Method of Application: Applications quoting the vacancy number, the post being applied for and accompanied by detailed from the rent. In like manner, any payer of CV, true and certified copies of educational/professional certificates, grade transcripts and national identity card, at least 3 commission is also required to deduct a recent references of which one should be from the immediate supervisor must be addressed to: 10% tax from such commission. For both The Director, Human Resources Email: [email protected] Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources the rent and commission, the payer is only OR required to deduct the tax on amounts of Private Bag 0027 Hand delivered applications should be submitted to at least P3 000 per month. The exemp- GABORONE Records office, Block 300, BUAN. tion threshold will increase from P3 000 NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. CLOSING DATE: 04 JUNE 2021 to P4 000 per month when the Act takes effect from 1 July 2021. +267 365 0 100 @BuanOfficial BUANbw BuanWorld Buanlive @ [email protected] Tax on interest Any payer of interest to a resident per- Page 14 advertisement Wednesday 26 May 2021 The Botswana Gazette

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT BE PART OF THE SACCOS REVOLUTION

Orapa Saccos is a Savings and Credit Co-operative Society registered in Botswana in 1988 under the Cooperative Societies Act. Membership is currently over 1500 members as of April 2021. The SACCOS was started with the Orapa / Letlhakane Debswana employees in mind.

The mission of the SACCOS is to provide efficient, sound, and affordable services to its members at reasonable interest rates to meet their social and economic needs.

Our Vision is “to be one of the leading savings and credit cooperative societies in Botswana offering excellent services and products to our customers”.

We are seeking to recruit highly qualified result-oriented individuals for the following positions tenable in Orapa Botswana.

1. HUMAN RESOURCES & ADMIN OFFICER • Monitoring of LAN / WAN and internet firewalls • Install, configuring and upgrading operating, security software and administrative The incumbent will be responsible for the SACCOs HR & Admin Function that is packages preparing and administering all HR policies, recruitment & selection and ensuring • Perform E-marketing and communication i.e., website updates and running of they are updated for the smooth running of the SACCO. Facebook, Twitter accounts etc • A team player in development and implementation of SACCO’s ICT Strategy KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Development of customer service platforms • Provides technical advice on new technologies that are relevant to the SACCO • Identification of manpower needs and optimal staffing levels and advise • Manages, develops, and communicates disaster mitigation and recovery plans in management in accordance with the prevailing policies case of system failure/malfunction to ensure business continuity • Provide recruitment service by ensuring that the organization is appropriately • Contributes to the development and management of security of information and manned by analyzing staffing needs, shortlisting applications in preparation for communication systems selection, conducting interviews, performing reference checks. • Participate in the purchase, installation, configuration of ICT Platforms to ensure • Performs initial induction and onboarding of new employees integrity, awareness, updates, and security of all ICT Resources are in line with the • Interprets and advises employees on all the HR policies, procedures, applicable society’s strategic plan rules and regulations and agreements as and when updated • Monitor the progress of the design, coordination, installation and commissioning • Maintaining current HR files and databases of the various networks and systems • Payroll & Benefits Administration • Investigate, recommend, and install enhancements and operating procedures • Advise management on staff motivation and retention measures that optimize the SACCO system functionality, network availability and reliability • Performing file audits to ensure that all required employee documentation is • Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly reports to Management or as may collected and maintained be required • Conducts employee separation in line with the company separation process • Any other lawful duties as may be assigned from time to time by Management • Tracks best practice and changes in the HR landscape to maintain a conducive work environment and proactively resolve queries QUALIFICATIONS • Advise management on disciplinary and grievance matters in line with the policies • Advise management on HR regulations and ensure compliance of such • A Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Computer science, IT, or related discipline from • Management of training in line with the training needs assessment a recognized institution • Management of employee welfare and benefits • Knowledge of Operation of various Banking systems and databases, Software development and Networking techniques QUALIFICATIONS • A+, N+ or Similar Certification in User support and Networking • Windows Server and Client Systems- Knowledge and Application • A Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Human Resources Management • Practical skills Web application programming (php, JavaScript, Asp, Html*) • A member of Institute of HR Management (IHRM) is an added advantage • Skills in database Administration especially MSSQL, MySQL. • Basic Programming Skills (.net, java) EXPERIENCE • Good knowledge in local area networks, security of data • Capability for troubleshooting, networking, and support • A minimum of three (3) years post qualification experience in Human Resources and Administration. INTERPERSONAL ATTRIBUTES • Knowledge of the Cooperative Model will be an added advantage • Knowledge of the current Botswana Labour Laws • Able to work independently with minimal supervision • Proficient in HR & Payroll systems and databases • Good communication and interpersonal skills

BENEFITS: EXPERIENCE

• Contributory Medical Aid 50/50 • A minimum of three (3) years post qualification experience in networked multi • Severance/Gratuity Benefits user environment. • Inconvenience Allowance • Knowledge of Cooperative Model will be an added advantage. • Salary Commensurate with Qualifications and Industry related • Proficient in IT systems and databases • The Tenure of the Contract is 3 years BENEFITS: 2. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY OFFICER • Contributory Medical Aid 50/50 The incumbent will be responsible for the ICT Function that is monitoring and • Severance/Gratuity Benefits maintaining the computer systems and networks of the SACCO, installing, and • Inconvenience Allowance configuring computer systems, diagnosing hardware and software faults and solve • Salary Commensurate with Qualifications and Industry related technical and applications problems • The Tenure of the Contract is 3 years

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES HOW TO APPLY

• Ensure the routine maintenance of ICT equipment Market yourself by sending a one-page cover letter about yourself and achievement to • Ensure that virus protection software is installed on all PCs and updated regularly date together with your detailed & updated CV, Certified Qualifications & a copy of your • Providing technical support to system users I.D. Card, and two recent references (in PDF format as one document) clearly indicating • Perform system administration tasks Position applied for on the subject line to [email protected] on or • Train staff in application usage and troubleshooting before 4th June 2021 at 1700hrs. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted. Both • Developing, maintaining, and monitoring procedures for all server backups and positions are tenable in Orapa Botswana. reports generation The Botswana Gazette Wednesday 26 May 2021 feature Page 15 The Botswana Gazette columnbusinessadvertisementnews Page B1 Wednesday 26 May 2021 BusinessNews SINCE 1984

the fourth sales cycle of 2021, with the sight event extended beyond its normal week-long duration,” Indian Covid-19 Strain Anglo American said in the report. “As a result, the provisional rough diamond sales figure quoted for Leads To Lower Demand Cycle 4 represents the expected sales value for the period 3 May to 18 May and remains subject For De Beers Rough to adjustment based on final But there is robust demand for diamond jewellery in USA and China completed sales.”

GAZETTE REPORTER India as the country navigates the current challenges “As a result, the provisional rough diamond sales presented by the pandemic – reminding us that the figure quoted for Cycle 4 represents the expected he second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic road ahead remains uncertain and that we must con- sales value for the period 3 May to 18 May and re- that is continuing to claim lives in India has tinue to adopt a watchful approach,” De Beers Chief mains subject to adjustment based on final completed Taffected De Beers’ fourth sales cycle of 2021, Executive Officer, Bruce Cleaver, noted in an Anglo sales.” this publication has established. American report released recently. De Beers Group is a multinational company that For weeks, the South Asian country has battled a dev- However, Cleaver said De Beers is continuing to specializes in diamond exploration, diamond mining, astating second wave of COVID-19 that has crippled see robust demand for diamond jewellery in its key diamond retail, diamond trading and industrial manu- its health system and led to shortages of oxygen sup- US and China consumer markets. De Beers’ value of facturing. The company is owned by Anglo American plies, hence its overwhelming daily deaths. According rough diamond sales (global sight-holder sales and (85 percent) and the Government of Botswana (15 to a report released by De Beers’ parent company, An- auctions) for the fourth sales cycle of 2021 amounts percent). glo American, this has led to reduced midstream ca- to $380 million. Cycle 4 2021 provisional sales value De Beers Group and its partners produce around pacity and subsequently lower rough diamond demand represents sales as at 18 May 2021. one third of the world’s rough diamonds by value. It during what is already a seasonally slower time of year “Owing to the restrictions on the movement of peo- sells rough diamonds to global diamantaires through for midstream purchases. ple and products in various jurisdictions around the its diamond trading and auctions businesses. It sells The majority of the world’s diamonds are cut and globe, De Beers Group has continued to implement a polished diamonds and diamond jewellery via its polished in India. “Our thoughts are with all those in more flexible approach to rough diamond sales during Forevermark and De Beers Jewellers businesses.

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INSURANCE I FINANCIAL PLANNING & ADVISORY I RETIREMENT I INVESTMENT Botswana Life Insurance Limited is a member of the BIHL Group Page 16 business Wednesday 26 May 2021 The Botswana Gazette Orange Botswana Rolls Out 2021 Digital School Programme • Digital equipment to be donated to 22 primary schools countrywide • Content material was developed by local experts and approved by govt GAZETTE REPORTER

eading mobile network provider Orange Botswana has begun their L2021 Digital School Programme which will see the company donating digital equipment to primary schools. Through the programme that they started in 2018, Orange Botswana seeks to provide the most deprived schools with the benefits of the educational content available in their digital kit. This year, Orange will donate 50 tablets, two mini-servers, 50 headsets, one projector and projector screen, one REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP): PROVISION OF Bluetooth speaker, one laptop and 11 adap- LANDSCAPING AND HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES AT BOTSWANA tors to 22 selected primary schools. “It is a call we are heeding OIL LIMITED-GABORONE DEPOT AND TRUCK STAGING CENTRE OVER A 3 YEAR PERIOD- BOL/2021-22/02 as this year we will roll Botswana Oil Limited (BOL) serves as the Botswana Government’s transformation agent in the oil and gas industry out this programme to 22 and is mandated to ensure the security and efficiency of supply of petroleum products for Botswana, manage state primary schools across owned strategic fuel reserve facilities, strategic stocks as well as bulk storage and distribution. Wholly owned by the Botswana Government, the entity is also responsible for facilitating the participation of citizen companies in the the country. It is our petroleum sector. Botswana Oil Limited is registered under the Companies' Act and started operating in July 2013. commitment at Orange REQUIREMENTS Botswana to continue • BOL invites citizen wholly owned Companies registered with the Public Procurement Asset Disposal Board supporting Government (PPADB) under Code; 137 Gardening and Landscaping Services, Sub-code 01 Gardening, landscaping, and maintenance to submit proposals for the Provision of Landscaping and Housekeeping Services at BOL Gaborone of Botswana efforts in Depot and Truck Staging Centre over a three (3) year period. transforming learning.” 1. Request for Proposal documents will be sent electronically upon receipt of proof of payment effective Orange Botswana Director of Legal and st Friday 21 May 2021, for a non-refundable fee of BWP 250.00. Corporate Affairs, Lepata Mafa, noted that the digital school programme is more than 2. Please note that Youth Owned Companies are required to advance a non-refundable fee of BWP 125.00 in just a donation of ICT devices but is a pro- order to receive the bid documents. Please provide a certified copy(ies) of Identity Documents for the company gramme that is meant to successfully em- shareholder(s) as proof. bed ICT in learning and teaching. “That is why we are training teachers and students 3. Bidders are required to make payment to the account below and email proof of payment to the email stated (of schools that will get donations) on how below (7). to use the devices because we do not want them to remain unutilised,” she said during ABSA their recent donation to Mosamowakwena Account Number: 1017833 Primary School which is located about 24 Branch Number: 290267 kilometres from Lobatse. Branch Name: Barclays House Mafa stated the two mini-servers are loaded with primary school learning mate- REF: (Your Company Name) rial which was developed locally and has 4. Detailed Bids/Tenders must be submitted electronically, in pdf format with a password protection been approved by the Ministry of Basic Education. She said the COVID-19 pan- to .The Password to be shared on the day of the Tender closing. [email protected] demic has highlighted the urgent need to accelerate digitisation in learning. “This is nd 5. Bids/Tenders must be submitted electronically not later than 10h00 on Tuesday the 22 of June 2021. a call for all of us to invest more to bring technology to the classrooms,” she said. 6. Late emailed tender offers will NOT be considered. “It is a call we are heeding as this year we will roll out this programme to 22 pri- 7. Enquiries in relation to this notice can be made to [email protected] mary schools across the country. It is our commitment at Orange Botswana to continue supporting Government of Botswana efforts in transforming learning.” Through the programme, Orange Bot- swana also aims to bridge the digital di- vide by leveraging technology to improve access to education in primary schools in remote areas, thus working to promote sustainable digital inclusion. The Botswana Gazette Wednesday 26 May 2021 business Page 17

Palestine A poem by R. Nazim Khan I am a very ancient of lands Of rivers, hills, valleys and sands Of birds and bees and fruit trees Of love and hope and holding hands I was ruled by Sulaiman When I was known as Canaan After Daud conquered me As mentioned in the Qur’aan I was once at peace The blessings did not cease My people were happy and content I was in one piece But then came the raid In the form of a crusade To liberate me I am told Tsodilo initiates On my people they preyed Then came Salaahudeen the brave He fought the enemy wave after wave Till they were defeated and shattered And I was no longer a slave The enemy did not desist PEA Analysis of And they came back in my midst In the world wars first and second Their power I could not resist My own brothers betrayed me Put a dagger in my back and slayed me They cut me into pieces to trade me Into another nation they made me Botswana Iron My people are now homeless While my lands they now repossess And my people they oppress As their agenda they progress Another family evicted Another person convicted If my people resist Project As terrorists they are depicted My children are taken away In jails they are put away • Promising samples sent for testing in SA and at BIUST Many never again see light of day Many they torture, many they slay • Botswana’s coal reserves hold potential synergies for Tsodilo My people live behind barbed wires And walls of tyres They bomb them and shoot them GAZETTE REPORTER record,” he said. The houses burn in their fires “This encouraging market outlook coupled, The world looks on at my plight anada-based exploration-stage com- with the gathering pace of the green steel rev- But injustice no one wants to fight pany Tsodilo Resources Limited has Alas! The cowards sit tight in fright olution, means that we are confident that the Can they not see wrong from right? started geochemical analysis for grade PEA will bring strong added value to the com- C Meanwhile rivers of blood flow determination and geotechnical test work for pany as we develop this project towards min- They have bombs, I have only stones to throw Rock Mass Rating (RMR) evaluation for Pre- ing.” But I will never move from my place liminary Economic Assessment (PEA) of its Bruchs also stated that Botswana has sig- I will never go! Xaudum Iron Formation (XIF) project in the nificant coal reserves which can be a major ad- Seventy three years have gone North West District of Botswana (Ngamiland), My people have tyranny borne vantage for the Xaudum iron project, allowing Never a day of freedom did they see this publication has established. for coal to be used in the beneficiation process In oppression born, oppression they died upon According to a statement from the company, to generate iron products such as iron pellets, Come, live with me for a week 755 samples from 10 drill holes within the XIF sponge iron, pig iron and steel. See the daily life of which I speak Block 2 area have been sent to ALS Chemex You think I exaggerate and fabricate? The project, according to Bruchs, has the po- A way out you will quickly seek in South Africa for analysis. Tsodilo Resources tential to positively impact the future economy also announced that 34 samples from seven My young and my old of Botswana as the country looks to diversify In the heat and in the cold drill holes representing the main XIF geologi- its economy, and help it reach its goal of mov- My heart bleeds at their plight cal domains have been sent for geotechnical ing away from a dependence on diamond rev- Full of courage! They are my gold! laboratory test work assessment at the Bo- enue. In turmoil over years tswana International University of Science and So many tears Tsodilo is a Canada-based exploration-stage My cries of pain Technology’s (BIUST) Department of Mining company. The company is engaged principally No one hears and Geological Engineering. in the acquisition, exploration and develop- Why with me will you not stand? “Metallurgical results show that the XIF ment of mineral properties in Botswana. It is Your voice to me you will not lend? magnetite product is expected to be a premium At least speak up for me! actively reviewing additional diamond, base If you cannot give me a hand! product containing 67 percent iron, which is and precious metal opportunities within south- preferable over lower grade iron ores,” not- Do you not care? ern Africa and has interests in its Botswana Do you not see what I bear? ed the Chairman and CEO of Tsodilo, James subsidiary, Newdico (Proprietary) Limited , But what can I do? You say Bruchs, in the statement. which held one prospecting licence covering My pain you cannot share “These high-grade ores and products current- approximately 850 square kilometres in north- The silence of the world is deafening ly command larger price premiums over stan- Don’t they see what is happening? west part of the country. The injustice is relentless dard ores (62 percent iron), resulting in higher Its Gcwihaba Resources (Pty) Ltd subsid- But our resolve is only strengthening margins for suppliers of high-grade products.” iary holds one prospecting licence for precious But injustice win? This cannot be! Bruchs explained that the results of the anal- stones in the Kgalagadi District and over 20 And the whole world will see ysis will be important to the technical evalua- Salahuddeen will rise again metal prospecting licences in the North West And I will once again be free tion and economic understanding of the project District. It has interest in its Botswana subsid- and will be included in the PEA. “The iron ore So you will not see me crying iary, Bosoto (Pty) Limited, which holds the Despite my people dying market is entering a new ‘super cycle’ based on precious stone prospecting licence for the area For I am the land of Al-Aqsa improving fundamentals and a healthy market which contains the BK16 kimberlite. I am Palestine, I am Palestine and has recently recorded the highest price on Page 18 ADVERTISEMENTadvertisementtimeoutBtimeoutUSINESSTIMEOUT Wednesday 19 May 2021 The Botswana Gazette

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• Tea is the second most consumed beverage in the world after water • Celebration aimed at raising awareness on the Five Roses importance of tea in fighting poverty and hunger and Protea • The event was also about dimensions of wellness GOSEGO MOTSUMI With over 14 varieties of tea showcased at the tea party, the beverage was undoubt- o mark the International Tea Day edly everyone’s cup of tea. The exhibition that fealls on May 21 every year, featured exotic blends such as Puree Pep- Hotel TFive Roses and tea enthusiast Ora- permint, Chai, Mixed Berries, Pure Cham- tile Kefitlhile partnered with Protea Hotel omile, Passion Fruit and Ruby Orange tea by Marriot Masa Square and ushered in the that revitalized guest’s senses. winter season by hosting a tea party this The tea party boasted an array of local past week. sponsors and partners, including White celebrate The first of its kind tea celebration Label Fragrances, Nako Time Pieces and hosted at the hotel at the Gaborone CBD, Phollala Events. The celebration also fea- the event was aimed at paying homage tured conversations around the impact of to the long history and deep cultural and the COVID-19 pandemic on people’s ca- Int’l Tea economic significance of tea around the reers, entrepreneurship and dimensions of world. On the day patrons were spoiled for wellness. choice between a fresh pot of gourmet ice Said digital content creator and influenc- tea and piping hot brews that were paired er, Tumi Nthutang: “We had thought that with freshly made scones and a themed COVID-19 would be a two-month long Day dessert platter. situation at the most and that we should The International Tea Day, which is rec- soon be back to life as we know it. When ognized by the United Nations, promotes that did not happen, we were forced to and fosters collective actions to implement adapt and find ways doing what we do. Our activities in favour of sustainable produc- type of work talks about brands, attending tion and consumption of tea, as well as events and taking videos and it was diffi- raise awareness of the importance of tea in cult to even collaborate with a brand that fighting hunger and poverty. was still figuring out how to operate during Said Five Roses’ Sales Operations Man- this pandemic.” ager, Andre Van Wyk: “Tea is the second This was Protea Hotel’s first event in most consumed beverage in the world after over a year since the COVID-19 pandemic water. While May 21 may seem like an ar- hit. The hotel continues to strive towards bitrary date chosen by the United Nations, redefining the hospitality experience in the significance of celebrating in May is Botswana despite the challenges brought that tea productions begin in May in most about by the pandemic. Tables were stra- tea-producing countries. tegically placed with guests sitting six feet “The day is aimed at raising awareness apart and masks worn to enter and during on the importance of tea in fighting pover- portions of the programme. ty and hunger. Tea is known for its relaxing “We are thrilled to have been part of and therapeutic benefits and as the month the first International Tea Day celebrated of May also is Mental Health Awareness in Botswana and to host some of our es- Month. What better way to de-stress than teemed guests,” said the General Manager with this millennia old delicacy.” of Protea Hotel, Hayden Bowl. “The previ- While the Five Roses brand is well ous year was challenging for us all and not known for its original tea flavour, over many can say it was their cup of tea. But as the years it brewed up success by innovat- Protea Hotel, we are taking the first steps ing and experimenting with new flavours. towards creating new positive memories.” The Botswana Gazette Wednesday 26 May 2021 timeout Page 19 is committed to identifying ways in which tures of inclusion in the workplace. It is the ARTivism organisation can foster ini- also the department responsible for bring- tiatives that provide relevant and impactful ing sensitivity awareness to the work space differences in under-represented communi- and progressive HR practices that employ- ties. ees can follow. “Inclusivity could also “With this engagement, the goal was to mean skin colour, job vacancies always understand the experiences of today’s LG- exclude other pronouns as it is always he BTQI+ workforce and how companies can or her. This needs to change,” said Max create more inclusive workplaces,” said the Mosiakgabo from the HR field. curator of the event, Tanlume Enyatseng. The dialogue was the second collabora- “Today 40% of LGBTQI+ employees tion between Banana Emoji Productions are closeted at work and 75% have report- and the Delegation of European Union in ed experiencing negative day-to-day work- Botswana. “The European Union is hon- place interactions related to their identity. oured to collaborate with Banana Emoji I hope participants who attended walked once again in advocating for the LGBTQI+ away with some self-awareness of how community in Botswana,” said Deputy they are communicating and interacting Head of Delegation, Silvia Bopp-Hamrou- with others as a leader or a subordinate in ni. the workplace.” “Our Strategy for LGBTIQ Equality During the conversation that attracted proposes to integrate the fight against dis- participants from all walks of life, some crimination affecting LGBTIQ people in Inclusion of LGBTQI+ queer identifying people indicated that all EU policies and, among other actions, there are no laws and policies that protect to promote inclusion and diversity in the them in the workspace. In case a queer workplace. We champion the use of dia- community is non-existent identifying individual is fired for their sex- logue to highlight the experiences of LG- uality, there are no laws protecting them. BTQI+ Batswana and create opportunities “In case I experience offensive jokes, there for further inclusion, and understanding.” are no work policies that would help us Banana Club creates platforms for dia- in the workplace handle the situation. We find ourselves in logue and conversation about key issues hetero-normative spaces that require us to among the youth, creatives and the pre- • Lawyer says the law does not protect people equally dim ourselves,” said someone who pre- dominantly queer community. The organ- ferred anonymity. isation has created a network of individu- • Human Resource identified as the department responsible Asked if there are actual rights protect- als and organisations that works together for creating structures of inclusion ing LGBTQ+ people in the workplace, to challenge discourse, educate, empower attorney Bonolo Selelo said the law pro- and engage Batswana at large on matters tects everyone but not equally. In the case • Discrimination inherent in the pronouns of “he” and “she” affecting the youth, creatives and the LG- of inappropriate jokes in the workspace, she said there are policies because it is BTQI+ community. GOSEGO MOTSUMI cant investment made and decades of hard harassment. “From a legal view, it is best “We are excited to kick-start our year work done, organiZations still need to do to report in writing to Human Resource,” of dialogues,” said Enyatseng, the curator. hile the question of whether more. Selelo said. “If nothing happens maybe “This year we wish to extend our voices companies are creating more in- This was revealed at another instalment six months down the line, you may have a beyond the Gaborone region by holding clusive workspaces for the les- of Banana Club Dialogues hosted in col- W solid case of harassment.” future sessions in other cities. This will bian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and laboration with the Delegation of the Eu- Human Resource was identified as the intersex (LGBTQI+) community arises, ropean Union in Botswana last weekend hopefully create visibility for queer youth department responsible for creating struc- research has shown that despite signifi- in Gaborone. Banana Emoji Productions in locations outside of the capital city.”

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JOB REQUIREMENTS from Botswana • Degree or equivalent qualification in Industrial Engineering, Production Manufacturing and/or Operations Management in a Dairy Manufacturing environment • High level of computer literacy • Southern Africa is the most under-represented • Experience with FSSC 22000 certification in a dairy factory • At least 10 years applicable experience in dairy manufacturing part of Africa on the prestigious platforms • Good communication and effective management/leadership skills • Thorough knowledge of fresh milk, cultured milk, UHT milk, and juice processing • Motswana actor Donald Molosi co-curates the • In depth knowledge of mini business concepts (best practices/ continuous improvement programs) • Ability to build cohesive teams festival • Must be prepared to work irregular hours if required • Knowledge of ELKE, MRP and Maintenance programs long with New York City’s Broadway, London’s West End theatre • Assertive and result driven individual is considered by many to represent the highest level of commercial JOB SUMMARY Atheatre in the English-speaking world. Seeing a West End show is • Manage all activities of the Production Plant in Gaborone (Milk Procurement, Quality, Laboratory, a common tourist experience when people visit London. This year, the Engineering, Logistics and Production) world’s largest solo theatre festival, United Solo, will debut on the West • Ensure production of quality products • High level communication with internal and external customers/suppliers End with Motswana actor Donald Molosi as co-curator. • Oversee the Production Schedule/Plans to ensure adequate market supply Molosi has since performed four of his plays at United Solo in New York, • Compile and strictly manage Fixed and Variable Cost Budgets ultimately winning Best Actor Award in 2011 for his performance as Sir • Ensure optimal productivity and efficiency levels at all times • Effective Project Management Seretse Khama in “Blue, Black and White.” Following this, Molosi was • Manage Production Plant according to SHEQ, Food Safety and Occupational Safety legislation inducted as an Academy Member of United Solo. According to the United • Manage optimal procurement of raw materials and ensure a proper stock control system Solo website, membership in the Academy is by invitation of United Solo • Manage the training and development of personnel and is limited to those who have been awarded at the United Solo Theatre Apply to: Senior Human Resources Officer Festival. Clover Botswana Members of the Academy are encouraged to discover new talents, Private Bag 339 GABORONE recommend solo shows, suggest nominees and vote for winners each year. In 2021, United Solo will expand its audience to include a tour on Fax: 390 2972 London’s West End. “I think it’s fantastic what the festival management Email. [email protected] is doing,” said Molosi. Applications received after Friday, 4th June 2021 will not be considered. A detailed CV and contact “This year I am assisting with setting up the West End part of the festival. telephone number must accompany all applications. I hope that there will be many submissions from southern Africa. We are Candidates not contacted by 30 June 2021should consider their applications as unsuccessful. the most under-represented part of Africa on these prestigious platforms. Submissions are opening soon. I am searching for Botswana’s next Broadway star.” Along with having a new London festival in addition to the long-standing New York one, United Solo will also have a virtual festival in 2021. Performers can submit pre-recorded performances with their applications for potential selection to perform virtually through the festival’s digital platforms. “The festival will have a virtual platform for performers as well,” Molosi explained. “So if you cannot travel because of COVID precautions or ADVERTISEMENT any other reason, you can still perform at United Solo. Performers can just google United Solo and submit online. This is a great opportunity for TECHNICAL MANAGER Botswana performers.” The above-mentioned vacancy exists in the Maintenance Department at Clover Botswana – Past winners at United Solo include Anna Deavere Smith, John Leguizamo, Gaborone. Clover Botswana is a branded dairy foods and beverage company. It believes in and most recently Sir Ian McKellen. superior Procurement, Production, Marketing, Sales, and Distribution of its products to consumers. Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the above post. Plot Rezoning Notice Requirements: • “O” level with Trade Test as Electrician or Millwright (background in Maintenance, Planning and Scheduling in FMCG) wners of Plot 10275 Lesetlhana, Ramotswa hereby gives notice • Proven knowledge and experience regarding preventative maintenance and fault finding on in terms of the Town and Country Planning Act, 2013 that an ap- Tetra Pak fillers, Combi Block Fillers, Rotary fillers, Sterilizers, Homogenizers, Automatic Valves, plication for planning permission has been submitted to Bamalete regular and aseptic O • At least 7 years applicable experience in the FMCG environment Administrative Authority for rezoning of the property described above, • Sound communication skills and people skills from “Residential” to “Multi Family Residential”. • Must be prepared to work overtime, weekends and on public holidays Objections or representations in respect of the application must be • Experience in electronic maintenance systems (i.e. ELKE/Pragma etc.) • Proven knowledge and experience in High Voltage Switchgear lodged with Physical Planning Office at Ramotswa. • Willingness to share knowledge and experience with junior Artisans and to assist with training.

Responsibilities: • Performing preventative maintenance and corrective maintenance on all Plant equipment and services CHANGE OF LAND USE • Responsible for general plant maintenance as required • Planning and execution of major services (ensuring ordering/availability of correct parts) he Owner of Plot 10419 in Extension 7, White City, Gaborone • Project management – (Sourcing parts, obtaining quotes, contractor liaison, contractor wishes to change Land Use from Residential to Civic and Com- management) • Repairs and maintenance of instrumentation in processing plant Tmunity (Private Clinic). Owners of plot 1661, 10418, 10420 and • Training and coaching of junior artisans. interested parties in the area are herein informed. For consent/objection • Ensure high standard of machine operation and efficiency • Be a skillful team player in Maintenance Support Team. and viewing drawings contact GCC Physical Planning Department.

Apply to: Senior Human Resources Officer Clover Botswana Private Bag 339 GABORONE NEIGHBOUR CONSALTATION

Fax: 390 2972 wner of plot 21198 , Gaborone wishes to inform owners of plots Email. [email protected] 21197 and 21199 of her intention to change land use of her plot

th from sigle residential use multi residential use Applications received after Friday, 4 June 2021 will not be considered. A detailed CV and contact O telephone number must accompany all applications. For any objection contact Maria Pule at 74002686 or Gaborone City Candidates not contacted by 30 June 2021 should consider their applications as unsuccessful. Council at 3657494 / 5 / 6 / 542 The Botswana Gazette Wednesday 26 May 2021 TIMEOUT Page 21 Heartstrings & Heartbeats continues to strike healthy conversations on mental health

• Project started with release of star-studded single called “Troubled” • Aims to explore the science behind mental health issues hen multiple stakeholder public engagement project Heart- fected by mental health and it might be good to start from the owners of strings & Heartbeats was launched, it hit the ground running the problem to inform the dialogue so it shapes the data for scientists to Wwith release of a hit lead single aptly titled “Troubled.” pick areas they could explore for the sake of knowledge production. Denmark-based producer Kirat ‘Kiz’ Singh, better known as “Oceans,” “We are currently facilitating interviews with creatives from all walks alongside Danish artist Jacob Jørgensen, famously known as J Spliff, of life to inform our research. We want to see creative people co-creating teamed up with local traditional four-string guitarist Solly Sebotso and the solution and becoming mutual beneficiaries to the science. This will soulful songbird Mpho Sebina to create an upbeat song to raise aware- not only see creative people working together but also ensure scientists ness on mental health. share research and knowledge on providing solutions to mental health “Apart from its brilliant aesthetics, the song - which was well received (issues).” by the masses - also aims to address the important subject matter of hav- The project facilitators are working with scientists from the Faculty of ing open conversations around mental health,” said co-founder of the Medicine at the University of Botswana to look at the data generated in project from Infers Group, Abraham Mamela. an unorthodox approach in order to find ways of co-creating solutions, “In future we will focus on areas other than music, including fashion knowledge and a better understanding of mental health issues. design and dance. We are at a stage where we are creating different artis- To further deepen their dedication to their cause, a team from Denmark tic works that will trigger dialogue and get people talking about mental is in Botswana to shoot a music video of the song “Troubled.” They health challenges.” have also staged and engaged in co-creation workshops to discuss mental This is because mental health is generally ignored in most parts of Af- health among creatives. rica, Botswana included, which is evident in the paucity of mental health Co-founder of the project, Sidney Sithole, who is based in Denmark, facilities across the continent. The irony is that the stigma continues noted that his involvement in the project is to bring awareness to mental even now when the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated mental health health as a former patient. “I have suffered from depression myself and issues and needs. Aware of this, Heartstrings & Heartbeats decided to this project is dear to me because I understand how mental health issues work with influential creatives and role models in their communities to can be shunned,” Sithole said. open a dialogue on mental health through their creative works and conversations. “It is just as important as physical health. The objective is to reach as “These influential figures are showing their communities that itis many people as possible and spark dialogues that can normalise mental okay to talk about mental health,” Mamela said. “Creatives are also af- health and treat it accordingly.”

TAFA J IN THE HIGH COURT OF THE REPUBLIC OF BOTSWANA HELD AT GABORONE CASE NO. CVHGB-000029-18 VACANCY In the matter between: FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF BOTSWANA LIMITED Plaintiff and KELESITSE RAMOND GILIKA First Defendant DIESEL PLANT MECHANIC (FOREMAN) PORTIA TEBOGO GILIKA Second Defendant WHALERS (PTY) LTD Third Defendant Applicants with following qualifications and experience may apply NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION BE PLEASED TO TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to judgment granted in the above Honourable Court on 7th City and Guilds Certificate (or equivalent). December 2018, the First, Second and Third Defendants’ property will be sold by auction to the highest bidder by Deputy Sheriff Omphemetse Peter Kaisara. In depth knowledge of truck engines and gearboxes, hydraulic DATE : 10th June 2021 cranes, compressors and pneumatic drilling rigs. TIME OF SALE : 10.30 am PLACE OF SALE : Lot 21028, Gaborone West Extension 5 Heavy duty driving licence essential. PROPERTY TO BE SOLD : piece of land being Lot 21028, Gaborone West Extension 5, 770m2 (Seven Hundred and Seventy Square Metres); held under Deed of Transfer No. 163/2006 dated 31st day of Minimum of 10 years experience in the trade, with 5 years in January 2006 made in favor of KELESITSE RAYMOND GILIKA with some developments thereon being a castle type 4 bedrooms house, master ensuite, sitting room, kitchen, bathroom, toilet and shower, dining room, supervisory position. swimming pool, staff quarters, office, study room, paving, screen wall, electric fence and sliding gate. Terms and conditions : Cash or Bank Guaranteed cheques. The Manager DATED AT GABORONE THIS 22nd DAY OF APRIL 2021. P O Box 260 Deputy Sheriff Omphemetse P Kaisara (71222244) Francistown C/o Serole & Partners The Courtyard, Lot 54513, Unit 1 P O Box 1679 ABG, Sebele GABORONE Closing date: 30 May 2021 Page 22 news Wednesday 26 May 2021 The Botswana Gazette

Yarona FM Builds Gym for G- West Community

hrough its annual Fat Boy challenge community development initiative leading com- Tmercial radio station Yarona FM has built an outdoor gym for the Gaborone West community. “Community development is important because it provides the foundation a city builds off of to improve the lives of its citizens. It creates strong, diverse communities that are able to attract and keep talent, start and grow businesses, and overcome issues that arise. Considering The importance of community service lies in the fact that it connects us to the community by improving it, and making it a better place for all of us to live in,” said Yarona FM Station Manager Kelly Ramputswa. Valuing Your The outdoor gym which is located by the Diphe- strong social bonds, are safer places and the people who togo Ward has several gym equipment that is open live in them are generally healthier and happier than places for the general public use. The equipment includes where physical activity isn’t a priority. horizontal bars, combination of push and pull chairs, The outdoor gym was officially opened by the Gaborone Property? Then double pull up bars, double ski, double and elliptical City Mayor Father Maphongo who commended Yarona cross trainers. The Yarona FM Fat Boy Challenge is FM for being in consistent with empowering various com- a fitness Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) pro- munities. He encouraged the G- West residents to utilise gram aimed at losing fat and keeping healthy for a the gym so they keep fit and stay healthy. good cause. The gym is strategically placed where Over the years, Yarona FM through Fat Boy Challenge Read This not everyone has access to modern gym facilities due has been giving back to the less fortunate according to their to the fact that not everyone there has the means to needs. This has been either through charity organizations Neltah Tshepiso Mosimanegape access them. or communities. G- West residents where pleased with this Ramputswa further mentioned that communities new development which they started using immediately af- 1. REMOVE SENTIMENTAL ATTACHMENT which participate in sport and recreation develop ter the official opening ceremony. TO YOUR PROPERTY Most property owners believe their property is worth much more than it actually is just because of their sentimental attachment to it. This attachment is especially common in Botswana where land ownership is a big deal. But the truth is that a property/plot handed down as an inheritance from your great grandmother does not affect the value of the property in any way and will cer- tainly not be taken into consideration by the valuer. 2. FACTORS INFLUENCING THE VALUE OF THE PROPERTY As cliche as it may sound, ‘location, location, and location’ still has an enormous impact on the value of FNBB Know Your Customer (KYC) a property. Properties that are centrally located in areas with developments such as schools, malls and good Steven Lefentse Bogatsu, CEO of FNB Botswana SMS communication. neighborhoods positively impact the value of your We encourage customers to be on the lookout for KYC property. The local market conditions also affect prop- ver the past months, FNBB embarked on a KYC refresher notifications, which are periodically issued by erty valuations. So keep your ear to the ground or con- (Know Your Customer) compliance drive, by the Bank, to ensure that the necessary KYC compliance sult a property expert such as Tempest Gold for expert encouraging both its business and retail custom- documents are timeously submitted to the Bank, as and O advice. ers to submit required KYC documents and update their when they are required. details. The Bank has made headway in this process as 3. COMPARABLE VALUES most customers are now compliant. As a financial institution, FNBB Comparable valuations of similar properties in your FNBB would like to thank all customers who have up- property’s neighborhood can also be used to determine dated their KYC details. It is, however, regrettable that is required to comply with set the property value. Where your property is situated some customer accounts have had to undergo freezing regulations that have been enacted as takes us back to the first point on the importance of due to KYC non-compliance. We regret the inconve- location. nience that this has caused to the affected customers. a measure to prevent financial crime, 4. WANT TO INCREASE THE VALUE OF YOUR The Bank has put in place measures such as increased such as terrorism financing and money PROPERTY? HERE IS WHAT YOU CAN DO frontline and back office personnel, to assist customers Property improvements add value to a property. In- who wish to submit their KYC compliance documents ei- laundering among other things, by stead of a fenced perimeter, consider building a wall ther at FNBB branches or via the KYC compliance mail- around your property. A well-maintained property (in- ing address [email protected] to ensure a seam- ensuring that customer accounts held terior and exterior) can increase the value. For example, less and hassle-free customer experience. We can confirm that once customers have submitted all the required infor- with us are KYC compliant. a well-maintained, beautiful garden and paved yard add mation and/or documents, their accounts will be activated value. You can also install fitted wall wardrobes and a within 24 hours. On behalf of the entire FNBB and Executive Manage- fitted kitchen. Finally, you can replace your vinyl tiles As a financial institution, FNBB is required to comply ment team, we would like to sincerely thank our custom- with ceramic or porcelain tiles, improving the overall with set regulations that have been enacted as a measure ers for the patience they have displayed during this pe- property’s attractiveness. to prevent financial crime, such as terrorism financing riod. 5.CONTACT ACCREDITED PROPERTY VAL- and money laundering among other things, by ensuring As we continue our journey of innovation and customer UERS that customer accounts held with us are KYC compli- service excellence, we will relentlessly engage with cus- Property valuers with experience in the market ant. We therefore believe that KYC compliance can only tomers and various stakeholders, to ensure that the KYC can accurately give you a good estimate of your be achieved through collaboration with our customers. process is much faster and smoother for all our customers. Open Market Value, Forced Sale Value, and Insur- That’s why it is important for us to regularly engage with Should customers have any enquiries regarding their ance Value. Contact Tempest Gold on 72196950 to our customers to encourage them to share the necessary accounts, our contact centre is available 24/7 on the toll- engage trusted and registered valuers to value your free number 0800 302 302. KYC information, whether in person, via email or via properties! The Botswana Gazette Wednesday 26 May 2021 news Page 23

The hotel, tourism and hospitality chain has assisted less fortunate families by donating over 3,000 masks to “Community Empowerment is Ground Zero Matlapana Primary School in Maun, Mahube Primary School in Francistown and Chobe Community Junior Secondary School in Kasane. Since the beginning of For All Development - And an Expression Of the outbreak, health experts have highlighted the significance of masks as barriers for preventing the spread of the COVID-19 virus. Cresta took this message to heart Our Purpose and Cause” – Cresta MD and has not hesitated to give back to the community. The Group is currently running a radio campaign where • In an exclusive interview the MD touches on a range of topics from sister company Cresta members of the community can nominate a school of their choice to receive masks every week. Beneficiary Hotels’ acquisition of a property in Cape Town to organic gardens in Mowana schools of this mask drive include Morwalela Primary School in Palapye, Lenchwe CJSS in Mochudi and Ra- • Shares his thoughts on responses to Covid-19 economic crisis and lessons for the future motswa School for the deaf. • His thoughts on acquisitions and mergers in economic slow downs The conversation shifted to business, sustainability and viable strategies in consolidating the future in hard times. Asked about the recent acquisition of a property he Head Office has alcohol sanitizers mounted in Cape Town by sister company Cresta Hotels, Moru- on almost every wall including one just af- lane highlights the importance of looking ahead. Tter the lift on the second floor; a reminder of “With the rollout of vaccinations and roll back of lock- the current reality which has shaken our world to the downs in some advanced economies like the US and the core; the tourism sector even more so. I could hear UK we are hopeful of an ease of travel in the short to him share pleasantries just outside Cresta Marakanelo medium term. Having strategic assets like the Cresta Limited (CML) boardroom where I await him for our Grande Cape Town, in the peak of SA’s prime tourist interview. This head office is the battle ground of sus- destination, is premised on long-term aspirations.,” the tainability of one of Botswana’s enduring brands. The Managing Director says. hotel chain’s footprint is impressive and its standards “At our flagship property, Cresta Mowana Safari Re- have never been compromised in the height of the na- sort & Spa, we revamped the executive suites including tion and indeed the globe’s worst economic crisis in the Presidential suite, premised on the same principle. recent memory. We believe in tourism, Botswana’s unique offering and There is a lot to ask him, so much to explore given that international tourism will come back, he empha- the cruel twist of fate Covid-19 blows have had on the sizes. local economy, global travel and reality the way we Morulane believes that the future is promising and that knew it. the beloved hospitality industry will roar back to life. “In a crisis of this magnitude you are reminded of “The pandemic made us self-reflect. We have organic the basics. We exist to serve our people in our stake- gardens at each of our hotels which supply our kitchens holder universe in different forms. The first challenge with rich natural food from our fertile soils. We planted was making sure we are here today but doors will over 500 trees in 2020 alone and hope to plant thousands still open tomorrow.” says Mokwena Morulane, CML more in years to come. Our environment is our future. Managing Director. How we take care of our land and our people echoes be- “Our crisis and standard operating protocols were yond the balance sheet. We have a green certified hotel revised and brought up to date. We moved swiftly to in Cresta Maun, which is one with nature. As the crisis provide some of our facilities such as Cresta Lodge viability,” Morulane notes. continues, we will be thinking of other value frontiers and Cresta Marang to Government for quarantine pur- He believes that making a difference despite hardships is that will urge us to forge ahead to protect shareholder poses. Our stakeholders are wide and diverse and our a matter of principle and the brand aspiration of the CML value,” Morulane concludes. own hardships could not hinder us from being a fabric strategy map. “The Government called for help and we of- Morulane made it clear that in the short to medium of consciousness and rendering a helping hand in what fered ourselves… That is how we forge ahead as a people. term the hotel chain will have more news to share with was clearly a threat to our lives and socio-economic That is what Cresta is about.” its customers and its diverse stakeholder universe. Pan-African Risk Advisor Minet Group And Botswana’s Africa Lighthouse Capital Acquire AON Botswana Strategic partnership off ers inherent benefits of global knowledge, African insights, and local expertise and commitment.

inet Group and Africa Lighthouse Capital today Mavuma, previously Managing Director of Aon Botswana, announced that they have received regulatory continuing to lead the business as the MD supported by the Mapproval and fulfilled all requirements to acquire local management team. Aon’s shareholding in Aon Botswana, and consequently “The addition of Minet Botswana to our growing Afri- will begin the process to rebrand to Minet Botswana. can network affirms our belief in the great opportunities Minet Group is a well-known and trusted pan-African for growth that Africa offers, driven by rising consumer risk advisory firm and Aon’s largest Global Network Cor- demand, huge investment in infrastructure and quick adop- respondent and has been rapidly expanding its African tion of new technology,” says Joe Onsando, CEO at Minet footprint since 2017 through the acquisition of operations Group. “This transaction significantly adds to the diversity from global professional services firm Aon in Kenya, Le- and skills base of our team and will have a positive impact sotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania, Uganda, on the range of products and services we provide. Our Cor- and Zambia. Minet has been delivering world class prod- respondent agreement with Aon gives us access to global ucts and services across Africa for over 70 years. expertise and data driven insights and uniquely positions Africa Lighthouse Capital (ALC) is a leading Botswana us to deliver risk advisory solutions that reduce volatility, citizen-owned private equity firm focused on investing in thus driving improved performance for our clients. This is Botswana companies and propelling them into regional a very exciting time to be Minet in Africa.” champions, with over BWP 500 million in funds under “The significantly increased Botswana citizen sharehold- management. ing effected by this transaction gives rise to an exciting era The new entity will be rebranded to Minet and will in- of local market focus and growth for Minet Botswana,” herit deeply rooted respect by its clients for their innova- says Bame Pule, Founder and CEO of Africa Lighthouse tive and locally relevant solutions, responsiveness, and Capital. “We intend to work with Minet Botswana’s local efficient processes. Furthermore, it shall have the benefit management team to further localise the business in terms of consistency in leadership and staffing, with Barnabas of product development, while at the same time investing To Page 24 Page 24 Wednesday 26 May 2021 The Botswana Gazette

African Countries also increased the number of their Pan-African Risk embassies in Ankara, from 10 in 2008 to 37. Turkey, which is the 5th country in the world in terms of the number of diplomaticmissions, continues to bring the issues of Africa to the agenda at the global level with its wide Advisor Minet Group diplomacy network, and also continues to cooperate with African countries in regional and international platforms. We continue to develop our commercial and economic And Botswana’s Africa relations with a win-win approach. Despite pandemic conditions, we managed to keep our trade volume close to the previous year’s data. The total value of our direct Lighthouse Capital investments in Africa has exceeded 6 billion Dollars. Our Turkish contractors contribute to Africa’s development by undertaking more than 1,150 projects. Acquire AON Botswana We appreciate theAfrican Continental Free Trade Area Agreement, which is considered the most important proj- From Page 23 ect of Agenda 2063. We are ready to share our experiences with our African friends and provide support in this re- in local skills development and business development. We gard. Development and humanitarian aid of Turkey con- look forward to this exciting journey, which will result in tinues to contribute to the creation of favourable condi- a significantly enhanced service offering for Minet Bo- tions for the establishment of a prosperous Africa. tswana’s clients.” The Africa The official development aid provided by our public in- Consequently, and similar to the other members of the stitutions to Africa between 2005 and 2019 has reached Minet Group, Minet Botswana becomes an Aon Global almost 3.5 billion Dollars. In line with the Addis Ababa Network Correspondent, retaining its access to Aon’s re- Action Agenda commitments, our total development aid sources, technology, and best practises, combined with We Strive For for 46 Least Developed Countries (LDCs), 33 of which are in Africa, was 8.7 billion Dollars between 2009-2019. the benefit of independent, local agility. This transaction We are also pleased that the sustainable development furthermore significantly increases local shareholding, en- projects of Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency abling operations to become even nimbler and better po- (TİKA), whose representation office number has reached sitioned to unlock new and existing growth opportunities. Is Possible 22 in Africa and whose bilateral official development as- Clients of Minet Botswana will experience continuity of sistance for the continent exceeded 500 million Dollars, product and service delivery standards in the short term. In are embraced throughout the continent. the near future, they can expect an enhanced offering that Turkish Maarif Foundation has been providing educa- combines agility with technology and product innovation, In Unityand tion services to more than 14 thousand students with 144 tailormade for their specific needs. Together, Minet and schools and 16 dormitories all over Africa. The number ALC bring a sound understanding of local market condi- of our African students who graduated with the Turkiye tions, strong governance, and an established track record Scholarships program, has exceeded 15 thousand. Hold- in the region. These qualities, combined with Aon’s global Solidarity ing the honour of being the only foreign company that capabilities and expertise, will bring clear benefits for cli- flies to the highest number of destinations including 60 ents. would like congratulate all our African friends on May cities in Africa, Turkish Airlines continues to contribute to This transaction vastly increases citizen ownership with 25th Africa Day wholeheartedly. the reunion of Africa with the rest of the world. shareholders who are going to be active in the business. I We remember with appreciation the African coun- We did not leave our African friends alone during the The transfer of equity interests in Botswana to investors tries coming together under the roof of the African Union COVID-19 pandemic. Within the framework of the (AU) on May 25th, 1963, predicating on independence and with local and regional expertise, presence and commit- pandemic, we provided medical equipment donations, freedom, and displaying a common consciousness based on ment will allow the businesses to move quickly in line with cash donations or purchase permission assistance for the solidarity and unity. market movements, and to introduce products that are tai- export and purchasing of medical supplies, to 44 African The success story reached in the following decades in countries. The approximate value of relief aid material we lored to the local market. this spirit and understanding gives us hope for the bright “Minet’s commitment and drive to incessantly adapt to made to the region has reached 12 million Dollars, and the future of the Continent. Without a colonial past and having amount of our financial aid has reached 6 million Dollars. changing market conditions, and to innovate to meet the attained its full independence with its struggle against the unique insurance demands of the African continent, while Turkey’s endeavors for developing vaccines against CO- occupation forces during the War of Independence, Turkey VID-19 is also continuing. We are determined to complete maintaining the high standards customers have come to is one of the countries that best grasps the meaning of this our vaccine activities in autumn and offer these to the ser- expect - Onsando concludes - will continue to grow and day. We are happy to share today this common joy, con- vice of all humanity, especially to African countries. give Minet a powerful competitive edge within the African scious of the importance of remembering the struggle for The theme of “Silencing the Guns: Creating Conducive independence by the peoples of Africa, for freedom, equal- market”. Conditions for Africa’s Development and Intensifying ity and justice, and evoking the founding goals of the AU. About Minet the Fight Against the Covid-19 Epidemic” set for Africa Our approach to African countries completely matches Minet is a trusted pan-African risk advisory firm that Day celebrations to be held online this year due to the the founding principles of the AU and is built on a holistic, meets the uncertainties of tomorrow by delivering risk and pandemic, is in harmony with Turkey’s humanitarian and inclusive, equal partnership on the basis of mutual respect human capital solutions today. As the largest Aon Global entrepreneurial foreign policy agenda. and win-win strategy. We share the spirit of 1963 and the Network Correspondent, Minet has access to a network Standing against all kinds of violence, advocating the of over 50,000 colleagues in 120 countries as well as to vision of Africa, and attach great importance to Agenda 2063 and UN 2030 Sustainable Development Goals. resolution of disputes through dialogue, and conducting proprietary data, research and analytics which enable us to In our concerted journey, which gained momentum with mediation activities when needed, our country strongly provide clients with an unrivalled advantage. Funded by our observer membership status to the AU in 2005, we have supports the goal of “silencing the guns”. Turkey, along Capitalworks, a leading pan-African private equity inves- covered plenty of ground with the 1st Turkey- Africa Part- with its different mediation and facilitation roles under- tor, Minet Group has been rapidly expanding its African nership Summit that we hosted in Istanbul, and by being taken across the world, is also the co-chair of the Group footprint and is currently present in 8 Sub-Saharan coun- declared a strategic partner of the Union in 2008. After the of Friends of Mediation established under the UN, the tries: Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique (Minseg), 2nd Turkey-Africa Partnership Summit held in Malabo in OSCE and the OIC. We believe that our joint efforts with Namibia, Uganda, Tanzania, and Zambia. For more infor- 2014, our ties with African countries have become stronger. the AU, which is a member of the friends group in UN, mation, please visit www.minet.com. We hope to host the Third Summit in our country, in will contribute to security and stability in Africa. Minet Media Contact: Annemein Stacherski • M: +230 September, which we believe will offer opportunities for With its innovative steps, Turkey shapes not only the 525 9 73 74 • a strong and comprehensive cooperation between Turkey diplomacy of today but also that of the future. In 2019, About Africa Lighthouse Capital and Africa. we announced the Digital Diplomacy initiative by taking Africa Lighthouse Capital is a Botswana-headquartered We continue to contribute to peace and stability and eco- advantage of the transformative power of technology. We private equity firm with investments and operations in Bo- nomic and social development in Africa through our pub- believe Africa’s recent focus on digitalization for sustainable development is spot-on. Within this context, we have tswana, South Africa, Nigeria, and Mauritius. Africa Light- lic institutions, non-governmental organizations and the observed with pleasure that digital transformation is rec- house Capital provides financial and intellectual capital to private sector. Our Africa Initiative and Africa Partnership ommended to achieve Agenda 2063 targets and to ensure growing companies and partners with their management policies, considered among the most successful initiatives of our foreign policy, constitute an added value to our rela- sustainable economic recovery in the “Africa’s teams to significantly expand the businesses into African tions with the Continent. We can see this constructive effect Development Dynamics: Digital Transformation for champions through value-creating initiatives including ac- in many areas such as trade, investment, culture, security, Quality Jobs” report published by the AU this year, de- quisitions, organic growth, talent development and succes- military cooperation and development, and especially in spite COVID-19. We are ready to work with our African sion planning, operational enhancements, and the structur- our intensifying and developing political relations with Af- friends in the field of digital transformation.We will con- ing of efficient financing. In Botswana, Africa Lighthouse rica in the last decade. tinue to be in unity and solidarity with African countries Capital manages a private equity fund on behalf of local We are pleased to observe that African countries also and the AU with the strength and inspiration we derive institutional investors and pension funds for investment in attach importance to strengthening cooperation with our from our centuries-old historical, cultural and human re- leading companies in Botswana and the rest of Africa. For country. We continue to integrate Turkey and Africa in all lations with Africa. I avail myself of this opportunity to more information, please visit www.africalighthouse.com. areas.While the number of our diplomatic missions in the congratulate Africa Africa Lighthouse Media Contact: Bame Pule • M: +267 continent was only 12 in 2002, we increased this number to Day with heartfelt feelings. 316 4033 • [email protected] 43 with our embassy opened in Togo last month. 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he Ministry of Health and Wellness has been in- undated with many enquiries on whether it is le- Hiv Self Screening Tests Are Tgally permissible for individuals to do HIV self- testing. Section 119 of the Public Health Act, read with the definition of “HIV test” in section 2 and section 105 (4) of the Act, indicates that the law only prohibits diagnostic HIV testing, if conducted in structures/ facilities Not Prohibited By Law that have not been approved by the Minister. The difference between screening and diagnostic HIV tests is that the screening test only predicts the presence of HIV in an individual while the diagnostic HIV test confirms the presence of HIV in an individual. Diagnos- tic HIV test results are therefore, regarded as valid and conclusive, while screening tests are preliminary and inconclusive. If the results of a screening test are positive, a diagnostic test is done to confirm the results. The diagnostic test is conducted by a medical practitioner or an approved health care worker, in an approved structure or facility, to ensure the privacy of patients and to avail the necessary counselling, prior to and after the testing. HIV self-testing therefore, falls under the ambit of HIV screening tests. Pursuant to its mandate to encourage people to know their HIV status, the Ministry of Health and Wellness sometimes gives HIV self-test kits to individuals whose partners are unable to come to health facilities for HIV testing, amongst others. Such partners are then encouraged to visit the nearest health facility upon learning of their results, for confirmation purposes, failing which the ministry would devise other means of reaching them. The position of the ministry is that the Public Health Act does not prohibit HIV self-testing, as a screening modality. The ministry therefore, encourages all members of the public to take responsibility of their health by amongst others, actively participating in activities meant to help them know their HIV status. Fifty-Eight Years Of The African Union

MINISTER DR. LEMOGANG KWAPE* This theme resonates well with our aspirations, as is in line with the great value we place on our culture and heri- he 25th of May marks a historic day on the Afri- tage. Among others, as a nation, we continue to engage can Continent. It was on this day in 1963 that the and consult our traditional leaders, namely members of TOrganisation of African Unity was founded. It is Ntlo Ya Dikgosi in making key decisions. Ntlo ya Dikgosi now fifty-eight (58) years since its formation and nineteen plays a key role in assisting Government to ensure that years ago, evolved to become the African Union. our heritage and culture underpin our development goals. As it may be recalled, Botswana joined the African This year’s celebrations are being held at a time when Union a month after attaining independence in 1966, and the Continent still grappling with the challenges of CO- today we proudly stand with our African brothers and VID-19 pandemic. Many African countries are facing a sisters as we celebrate the milestones achieved thus far bleak future as economies have been negatively affected through our continental body. by this scourge. It is therefore befitting that I take this opportunity, on The pandemic has the potential to erode the progress this special day, to pay tribute to African men and women made by the Continent in the fight against poverty and who bore the brunt of racial discrimination and depriva- other social ills. It is therefore imperative that we double tion of basic fundamental rights and freedoms. Despite our efforts and work closely together to prevent the dis- the injustices faced, they had a common aim, great resolve ease from spiralling out of control, claiming more lives and collective purpose to secure a better future for this and further affecting livelihoods. continent and its peoples. However, notwithstanding this, the pandemic has pro- Africa Day celebrations present a special opportunity vided an opportunity for the Continent to re-examine its for us not only to celebrate our landmark achievements, socio-economic priorities and strategies to achieve sus- but to also reflect on our future prospects. tainable development within a reasonable period of time. It is indeed an opportune moment for us to also reflect Thus, in our quest to promote sustainable socio-eco- on the Union’s transformation over the years, its short- nomic development, we have identified comings and successes. The principles of self-determina- through our Continental Vision of Agenda 2063, 16 key tion, freedom and political independence were and still Flagship Projects which we have to effectively imple- are the cornerstones of the Union and key components for ment. These include the African Continental Free Trade development. Regrettably, today we still have some coun- Area (AfCFTA), which came into operation in January tries on the Continent that have not attained their political 2021 and aims to provide a single Continental market for independence and self-determination such as Saharawi goods and services within the Continent. Arab Democratic Republic (SADR). The AfCFTA endevours to bring together all African We therefore need to continue to speak with one voice countries with a combined population of more than one to support and stand in solidarity with the people of Sah billion people and a combined gross domestic product of rawi Arab Democratic Republic and call for their politi- more than 3.4 trillion US dollars (USD) thus creating the cal emancipation through the African Union, the United largest free trade area in the world. Nations and other relevant bodies. It is estimated that once fully operational, the AfCFTA Continental integration as it allows efficient transporta- This year’s celebrations are in line with the AU Theme has the potential to reduce the number of people living tion of goods between Botswana and Zambia and en- for 2021, “Arts, Culture and Heritage: Levers for Building in poverty in the SADC region by 3.9 million. Botswana hances trade throughout the continent. the Africa we Want”. This theme is aligned to Aspiration 5 is therefore working very closely with the rest of the AU Against this backdrop, as we commemorate this im- of the Continent’s Agenda 2063, which calls for an Africa Member States to ensure that the Continental bloc realis- portant day, I encourage us to continue to take advantage with a strong cultural identity, common heritage, shared es its potential and brings about the envisioned economic of the opportunities values and ethics. The theme calls for Member States to benefits. provided by our forefathers and foremothers to realise invest more resources in promoting national and regional The recently opened Kazungula Bridge between Bo- an integrated, prosperous and peaceful Africa. cohesion by investing in African Culture and heritage as tswana and Zambia is one of the major milestones un- As I conclude, I wish to reiterate Botswana’s full com- a vehicle for promoting and achieving the national eco- der the African Union integration Agenda. The Bridge is mitment to the African Union and its blueprint Vision of nomic and social development. a testament of Botswana’s commitment to Regional and Agenda 2063. Page 26 advertisement Wednesday 26 May 2021 The Botswana Gazette

IN THE HIGH COURT OF THE REPUBLIC OF BOTSWANA IN THE HIGH COURT OF THE REPUBLIC OF BOTSWANA HELD AT GABORONE (Before TAFA J) HELD AT GABORONE (Before KETLOGETSWE J) CASE NO. CVHGB-001145-20 CASE NO: CVHGB-002361-16 BBS LIMITED Plaintiff In the matter between: and BOTSWANA BUILDING SOCIETY Plaintiff TODD MHENYADIRA MANGADI Defendant and JUDITH DUBE Defendant NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION BE PLEASED TO TAKE NOTICE THAT pursuant to the Judgment granted by the Honourable Court the following immovable property hereunder of the Defendant will be sold by public auction by Deputy Sheriff to the highest bidder BE PLEASED TO TAKE NOTICE THAT pursuant to the Judgment granted by the Honourable Court the following nd as follows:- immovable property hereunder of the 2 Defendant will be sold by public auction by Deputy Sheriff to the highest DATE OF SALE : 25th June, 2021 bidder as follows:- TIME OF SALE : 10:30 hours DATE OF SALE : 24th June, 2021 PLACE OF SALE : Plot 5612, Gaborone TIME OF SALE : 1030hours PROPERTY TO BE SOLD : Defendants’ right, title and interest on a certain piece of land being Lot 5612, PLACE OF SALE : Lot 59645, Gaborone Gaborone, measuring 1197m2, held under deed of transfer no. 647/2007 dated 30thMarch 2007, together with PROPERTY TO BE SOLD : Defendant’s right, title and interest on a certain piece of land being Lot 59645, developments comprising of a double story, ground floor consists of fitted kitchen, sitting room, dinning room, 3 Gaborone measuring 375m2, held under deed of transfer no 143/2015 dated 26th January 2015, together with bedrooms and two bathrooms with toilet and shower, and first floor, 3 bedrooms, master ensuite, visitors toilet, bar developments comprising of a 4 bed roomed house, 2 master ensutes, open kitchen, sitting room, bathroom and a room, gym room, Tv room, visitor’s toilet, screen walled, electric fence and swimming pool, made in favour of TODD toilet, front shade and screen wall. MHENYADIRA MANGADI. TERMS AND CONDITIONS : Cash or Bank guaranteed cheque otherwise detailed and conditions of TERMS AND CONDITIONS : Cash or Bank guaranteed cheque otherwise detailed and conditions of sale may be inspected at the Plaintiff’s Attorneys Office. sale may be inspected at the Plaintiff’s Attorneys Office. DATED AT GABORONE THIS 18th DAY OF MAY, 2021 DATED AT GABORONE THIS 19th DAY OF MAY, 2021. KEBONYEKGOSI NTEBELE c/o RAMALEPA N. OOKAME c/o RAMALEPA ATTORNEYS TTORNEYS Plaintiff’s Attorneys Plaintiff’s Attorneys Plot 3171, Morupule Drive Plot 3171, Morupule Drive Extension 11, Gaborone Extension 11, Gaborone P.O. Box 70567 P.O. Box 70567 GABORONE(UB) GABORONE(UB) (VR/mm/13920) 72879169 (VR/mm/7317)

IN THE HIGH COURT OF THE REPUBLIC OF BOTSWANA HELD AT LOBATSE (BUSANG J) CASE NO: CVHGB-000247-2020 NOTICE TO DEBTORS AND CREDITORS In the matter between: GAOLEBALE ISSAAC Plaintiff And IN THE ESTATE OF THE LATE LLOYD ELDRIDGE ORENEETSE HAZEL SEBEDI Defendant GEORGE IVES, who died at PLOT NO. 9279, SOMERSET NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION EAST, FRANCISTOWN on the 4TH day of FEBRUARY 2021. BE PLEASED TO TAKE NOTICE THAT pursuant to the Judgment granted by the Honourable Court the following movable property hereunder of the Defendant will be sold by public auction by Deputy Sheriff to the highest bidder as follows: - DATE OF SALE: 6th July 2021 NOTICE IS HEREBY given that Creditors and Debtors in the TIME OF SALE: 10:30 am PLACE OF SALE: Lot 5072, Tlokweng above Estate are hereby required to file their claims and pay PROPERTY TO BE SOLD: A certain piece of land being Lot 5072, Tlokweng Gabane situated in the Batlokwa Tribal Area their debts to the undersigned within thirty (30) days from the in Tlokweng measuring 893m (Eight Hundred and Ninety-Three Metres Squared) held under memorandum of Agreement of Lease No. TL 298/2018 in favour of Oreneetse Hazel Sebedi together with developments thereon date of the last publication hereof. being a 1bedroomed house, kitchen, sitting room, bathroom, combined with toilet, screen walled with sliding gate. TH TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Cash or Bank guaranteed cheque otherwise details and conditions of sale may be DATED at FRANCISTOWN on this the 12 day of MAY inspected at the Plaintiff’s Attorneys Office. 2021. DATED AT GABORONE ON THIS 20TH DAY OF MAY, 2021. D. N. OOKAME c/o RAMALEPA ATTORNEYS THE EXECUTOR TESTAMENTARY Plaintiff’s Attorneys Plot 3171, Morupule Drive VAN NIEKERK ATTORNEYS, Extension 11, P.O. Box 70567 Ditau Street, Plot 4660, PO Box 37, FRANCISTOWN. GABORONE (UB) (TJ/bf/13753 - (72879169)

IN THE HIGH COURT OF THE REPUBLIC OF BOTSWANA IN THE HIGH COURT OF THE REPUBLIC OF BOTSWANA HELD AT GABORONE CVHGB-000469-17 HELD AT GABORONE CVHGB-000469-17

In the matter between: In the matter between: BANK OF BARODA BOTSWANA LIMITED Plaintiff and BANK OF BARODA BOTSWANA LIMITED Plaintiff 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 Honourable Court, the following 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 DEPUTY SHERIFF DEBRAIN JAMES MOYO to the highest immovable property will be sold by public auction by DEPUTY SHERIFF DEBRAIN JAMES MOYO to the highest bidder as follows:- bidder as follows:- DATE OF SALE : 30TH JUNE 2021 DATE OF SALE : 30TH JUNE 2021 TIME : 09:00 AM TIME : 10:30 AM VENUE : TRIBAL GRANT 181-LP, MAHALAPYE VENUE : LOT 53, MAHALAPYE PROPERTY TO BE SOLD : Certain piece of land being TRIBAL GRANT 181- LP, MAHALAPYE, in BAMANGWA- PROPERTY TO BE SOLD : Certain piece of land being LOT 53 MAHALAPYE, in BAMANGWATO TRIBAL TO TRIBAL TERRITORY measuring 50083 HA held under Deed of Transfer No. FT TG22/2009 dated 9TH day of TERRITORY, measuring 3101.8m² held under Memorandum of Agreement of Lease No. FT TL61/2003 dated FEBRUARY 2009 made in favour of KAGO PHEPA (PTY) LIMITED together with some developments, thereon 20TH day of MARCH 2003 made in favour of VALANTINE STATIONERS & being a Plant of Cement Manufacturing Equipment and a wall build up structures with security wall and GIFT SHOP (PTY) LIMITED together with some developments, thereon being Four (4) warehouses & small room Electricity fence. & security wall electric fence.

TERMS OF SALE : Subject to Conditions of Sale. TERMS OF SALE : Subject to Conditions of Sale. Only cash or bank guaranteed cheques will be accepted. Only cash or bank guaranteed cheques will be accepted.

DATED AT GABORONE ON THIS THE 18 TH DAY OF MAY 2021. DATED AT GABORONE ON THIS THE 18TH DAY OF MAY 2021. OSEI-OFEI SWABI & CO. Plaintiff’s Attorneys OSEI-OFEI SWABI & CO. First Floor, Unit 18 Kgale Mews, Plaintiff’s Attorneys Gaborone International Finance Park First Floor, Unit 18 Kgale Mews, Gaborone International Finance Park P O Box 403506 P O Box 403506 GABORONE GABORONE (Ref: DS.gno.010634) (Ref: DS.gno.011789) Deputy Sheriff Debrain James Moyo) Cell no. 72192666 Deputy Sheriff Debrain James Moyo) Cell no. 72192666

IN THE HIGH COURT OF THE REPUBLIC OF BOTSWANA IN THE HIGH COURT OF THE REPUBLIC OF BOTSWANA HELD AT GABORONE CVHGB-000469-17 HELD AT GABORONE CVHGB-000469-17

NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION

BE PLEASED TO TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to a Judgment granted by the above Honourable Court, the following 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 DEPUTY SHERIFF DEBRAIN JAMES MOYO to the highest immovable property will be sold by public auction by DEPUTY SHERIFF DEBRAIN JAMES MOYO to the highest bidder as follows:- bidder as follows:- DATE OF SALE : 30TH JUNE 2021 DATE OF SALE : 30TH JUNE 2021 TIME : 10:30 AM TIME : 11:30 AM VENUE : LOT 54, MAHALAPYE VENUE : LOT 6435, MAHALAPYE PROPERTY TO BE SOLD : Certain piece of land being LOT 54 MAHALAPYE, in BAMANGWATO TRIBAL TERRI- PROPERTY TO BE SOLD : Certain piece of land being LOT 6435 MAHALAPYE, in BAMANGWATO TRIBAL TERRI- TORY, measuring 3455m² held under Memorandum of Agreement of Lease No. FT TL 62/2003 dated 20TH day TORY measuring 1273m² held under Notorial Deed of Transfer No. FT MA 67/2008 dated 13TH day of JUNE 2008 of MARCH 2003 made in favour of VALANTINE STATIONERS & GIFT SHOP (PTY) LIMITED together with some made in favour of JEEVA RATHNA KUMAR GADAPAKA together with some developments, thereon being a Three developments, thereon being Four (4) warehouses & small room & security. Bed-roomed house, sitting room, kitchen, double garage, security wall with electric fence.

DATED AT GABORONE ON THIS THE 18 TH DAY OF MAY 2021. DATED AT GABORONE ON THIS THE 18 TH DAY OF MAY 2021.

OSEI-OFEI SWABI & CO. OSEI-OFEI SWABI & CO. Plaintiff’s Attorneys Plaintiff’s Attorneys First Floor, Unit 18 Kgale Mews, First Floor, Unit 18 Kgale Mews, Gaborone International Finance Park Gaborone International Finance Park P O Box 403506 P O Box 403506 GABORONE GABORONE (Ref: DS.gno.010634) (Ref: DS.gno.010634) Deputy Sheriff Debrain James Moyo) Cell no. 72192666 Deputy Sheriff Debrain James Moyo) Cell no. 72192666 The Botswana Gazette Wednesday 26 May 2021 sport Page 27 final whistle to display their an- noyance, some even went to the extent of attempting to shove him. FIFA laws dictate that confron- tational contact with match officials should be punished by bran- dishing yellow cards and even red cards even after the game has end- ed. The players at fault are usually set to face retrospective action in the form of a ban and that remains to be seen in this case. Bondo brandished two red cards to MC Alger players including goalkeeper Ahmed Boutagga and attacking midfielder Abdenour Belkheir as they were the instiga- tors of the scuffle and the most ag- gressive of the MC Alger players. The incident raised questions about the security detail at the stadium as well as how match officials are not given proper protection after games. In other leagues around the world security guards (also known as stewards in other countries) usually surround the match officials to provide a barrier which prevents access to match officials whenever they have drawn Bondo NOT PROTECTED the ire of players or coaches. Referees are normally escorted to their change rooms to prevent Match officials not given enough protection them from potential harm. Bondo is no stranger to such confronta- BONGANI MALUNGA League. MC Alger lost the game 1-0 after a 92nd min- tional situations as he was once ute goal from Walid El Karti which confirmed an over- confronted by angry Mochudi n an incident which highlighted how match offi- all 2-1 aggregate score for the club. Centre Chiefs players after a cials are not given enough protection, Botswana MC Alger players reportedly thought Bondo allowed heated Mascom Top 8 encounter referee Joshua Bondo was attacked by angry MC I Wydad players’ celebration to carry on for too long against Township Rollers at UB Alger players after they were knocked out by Wydad while additional seconds were not added for the delay. Stadium in 2013. Casablanca in the quaterfinals of the CAF Champions The MC Alger players charged towards Bondo at the

SportsBriefs With Bongani Malunga OCK Drop More Points

1 umisang Orebonye and Kabelo Seakanyeng’s club, OCK Khouribga, dropped points as they played to a goalless draw against UTS Rabat this past weekend in Botola 2 T(Moroccan First Division). Last week OCK were level on points with log leaders JS Soualem but they are now two points behind the leaders. JS Soualem won their weekend game to remain at the top of the log. Orebonye started the game on the bench for the first time in over three months. OCK are now in danger of dropping to the third spot which results a playoff game in order to gain promotion to the top tier of Moroccan football.

TTM Close To Securing Safety ogakolodi Ngele’s Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila (TTM) recorded an important draw against Baroka FC to remain within touching distance of avoiding a relega- Mtion and promotion playoff scrap at the end of the season. TTM drew 0-0 against Baroka to open up a four point gap between themselves and 15th placed Chippa United with two games to go. Ngele was still missing from the matchday squad with an undisclosed in- jury. TTM’s next game will be against bottom table rivals Chippa United in what is expected to be a thrilling game as both teams need maximum points. Page 28 Wednesday 26 May 2021 The Botswana Gazette

Wednesday 26 May 2021 FUB Awaits BFA Meeting

• Planned April meeting cancelled, FUB seeking talks on a new date • FUB urges BFA to give the long sought talks more urgency • BFA maintains that they have an open door policy and remain committed to safeguarding and improving players’ welfare during the COVID-19 era

BONGANI MALUNGA has urged the BFA to give the long sought talks more urgency after the cancelled meeting. “We he Botswana Footballers Union (FUB) are seeking talks with the BFA regarding numer- has underlined its commitment to ad- ous issues including the transition of the BFL, Tdressing players’ needs by seeking more implementation of the Collective Bargaining talks with the Botswana Football Association Agreement, the return to play protocols. We also regarding numerous issues that have plagued want to know about the state of functioning ju- players during the COVID-19 era. Planned talks dicial structures as many players and clubs still between the two bodies were set to take place have disputes and they all have to be resolved in on April 13 but the meeting was cancelled at the order for all concerned parties to be ready for the eleventh hour according to the players’ union. new season. We want to know when the transfer With no competitive football for over a year, window will be open as well as how much time players’ wages took a huge hit with the local the clubs will be given for pre-season prepara- game unable to generate revenue. For some tions. There appears to be a communication clubs salaries were replaced by allowances and mishap but we want to have another round talks. this has brought resulted in a dark and gloomy We believe that with the BFA as the regulator of feeling for the players. all things football related and us as the players’ The FUB, in response to the players’ prob- representatives we need to have this meeting to lems, are actively seeking more talks with the address a lot of issues that are hanging in the BFA to address the players’ concerns. Accord- balance,” Masaseng told Gazette Sport. ing to FUB, the previously set April 13 meet- For their part the BFA, through a National ing had an agenda which would have addressed Executive Committee (NEC) member, told this issues such as the transition of the Botswana publication that they have an open door policy Football League (BFL) and how the new set up and they are committed to safeguarding and im- works, the Collective Bargaining Agreement proving players’ welfare during the COVID-19 (which needs renewal), what nullifying the sea- era. “The said meeting was not cancelled, rather son means for the players’ contracts (especially it was postponed to a date yet to be communi- those who had signed short-term deals and those cated as most members of the NEC have clash- that are set to elapse). ing schedules. Once the schedules clear up the FUB Secretary General Kgosana Masaseng talks will take place,” said the NEC member.