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Tendering made easy » TheVoiceBW

Francistown · Francistown

Tendering made easy » TheVoiceBW

State President Ministry to Professionalize Private Security The Ministry of State President is in the process of formulating new guidelines aimed at addressing challenges faced by private security companies during the tendering and procurement process. Through engagement with relevant stakeholders, the Ministry intends to create user-friendly policies that are easier for bidders to understand. In a bid to professionalize the private security i…Read Article

Man in Court for Raping His 91-Year-Old Grandmother – Botsuana

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Man in Court for Raping His 91-Year-Old Grandmother – Botsuana

In a disturbing turn of events, a 33-year-old man has been accused of raping his 91-year-old grandmother in the early hours of Tuesday in Tatisiding, Phusumane ward. This shocking incident has left the community in disbelief, particularly as the elderly woman and her relative have lived in harmony for years. Reports suggest the suspect, who is being kept anonymous to protect the victim’s identity, intended to steal his grandmother’s tandabala mo…See the Story

Brothers busted » TheVoiceBW

Court · Francistown

Brothers busted » TheVoiceBW

Cops receive 30 complaints over siblings alleged crime spree United by an apparent life of crime on the outside, the Motlotlegi siblings were inseparable in court on Friday, shackled together at the feet accused of a spate of robberies in Francistown. Gobonaone, 30, and baby brother, Kitsiso 26, are said to have embarked on a crime spree in April and May, breaking into vehicles and stealing properties. With the heat on them rising after fed-up r…Read Article

Tafic’s triumph ignites Ghetto

Sunday Standard Tafic’s triumph ignites Ghetto In Francistown, Tafic FC has become the heartbeat of the city. After years in the shadows, “Matchiminyenga” has given loyal fans a season to remember and a reason to believe again. From bus ranks to street bars, the buzz is the same: Tafic is back, and they mean business. The streets are alive with celebration as the city’s beloved team has wrapped up a stellar season, clinching six out of nine indi…Francistown · Francistown Read Article

Gaolathe Outlines Course for Economic Revival

The Vice President and Minister of Finance of Finance, Ndaba Gaolathe, just told his audience at the Northern Trade Fair in Francistown: “We are transforming Botswana into a logistics hub and a manufacturing hub for base metals beneficiation” TLOTLO KEBINAKGABO Vice President Ndaba Gaolathe used the opening of the Northern Trade Fair to…Finance · Francistown Read Article

BAA More Confident After National Finals

The successful conclusion of national athletics finals at which several personal bests were achieved over the weekend in Francistown has added a new level of confidence for success at forthcoming international meets. Staff Writer TLOTLO KEBINAKGABO reports The Botswana Athletics Association (BAA) is optimistic about the future of its national teams following successful national…Francistown · Francistown Read Article

Zimbabwean Suspects Held in Botswana Remand Prison Over Theft Charges

Zimbabwean nationals have been remanded in custody by a Botswana court after being arrested in connection with a series of burglaries, theft, and illegal immigration offenses. The suspects, Mthulisi Ncube (25) and Beliff Tshebukani Ngwenya (29), are accused of orchestrating a cross-border criminal operation that targeted teacher residences in Botswana. The pair were apprehended following an intense manhunt involving Botswana Police Service offic…Immigration · Francistown Read Article

Running for employment » TheVoiceBW

A man on a marathon mission to make a difference Deeply moved by the impact of unemployment in Botswana, and roused to take action by a prophetic-like dream, a Tutume youth is planning something a little different. Starting today, Monday, 32-year-old Jonathan Chakalisa will set off on a 630km journey, running the length of the A1, from Ramokgwebana Border in the north all the way to Ramatlabama in the deep south. He estimates it will take him ar…Francistown · Francistown Read Article

The curious case of a dodgy result that scorched investors

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If OFX’s results fell off the back of a truck, they were either the wrong set of numbers or landed in the hands of an idiot.Australia · Australia See the Story

Gloves Off In The Ghetto » TheVoiceBW

Gold Rush Boxing Champs Gathers Momentum Come 7 June, there will be no place to hide for the 10 boxers destined to compete in the Gold Rush Boxing Championship at Adansonia Hotel in Francistown. Initially slated for 24 May, the second city’s first-ever professional boxing tournament was postponed by two weeks to ensure everything is up to standard on the big day. Now, organizers believe all is in place to ensure an unforgettable, high-quality sp…Francistown · Francistown Read Article

Pedestrian deaths on the rise » TheVoiceBW

At Least 120 Die on the Roads Annually Concerned about the rising number of pedestrians and cyclists being killed on the country’s roads, the Motor Vehicle Accident Fund (MVA) has urged motorists to be more responsible. Speaking at the MVA’s Safe Mobility Challenge in Francistown on Saturday (10 May), the parastatal’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Michael Tlhagwane said drivers must understand they share the road with pedestrians and cyclists. H…Francistown · Francistown Read Article

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