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Fantastic Moments

Fantastic Moments is a subsidiary online publication of Fan’Mo Group committed to helping its clientele, corporates, consumers and brands connect with their audiences. We are about well-articulated and curated storytelling and features of impact and awareness of your brand from Botswana to the world.

Botswana Teachers Union (BTU) and Standard Chartered Bank band together to enhance the lives of teachers at the Union’s 7th Congress of Delegates to be held on the 23rd to the 26th July in Palapye. The Bank is committing P358,000 to sponsor the Congress, in an effort to deepen its long-standing relationship with the union by supporting efforts to invest more into the financial wellbeing of the members.  “Standard Chartered has been financing public education as a partner to BTU for many years, enabling members to advance their lives through the various financial solutions offered by the Bank. Whether it is elevating their…

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Fifteen years ago, a bold new voice emerged on South African television, one that spoke our language, reflected Mzansi lives and told local stories in a very refreshing way. That voice was Mzansi Magic. Now Mzansi Magic is celebrating its milestone birthday with a heartfelt tribute to the shows, stars and stories that shaped a generation. As part of the many celebrations, DStv is launching a Pop-Up Channel (DStv channel 196), a trip down memory lane for the viewers who have been part of the Mzansi Magic journey. We are bringing the celebration to your screens with an unmissable special documentary, incredible…

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The spirit of creativity and cultural unity came alive as the National Arts Council of Botswana (NACB) successfully hosted the first leg of the iconic National Arts Festival across various locations in Gaborone over the weekend of 5thJuly 2025, under the theme ‘Recognising our cultural diversity and celebrating the freedom of our expressions’, drawing thousands of artists, performers, and art lovers from across the constituencies. The festival was held across in three areas, Rainbow High School Hall, Maitisong Theatre and Joy City Park hosting Gaborone Constituencies: Gaborone North, South, Central, Bonnington South and North. The festival served as a vibrant platform for diverse artistic…

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They are arriving quietly. However, they intend to shine at this TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2024. Some have already experienced the demands of the CAF Women’s Champions League, while others have crossed borders to play professionally in Europe or North America. A few, barely out of their teens, already display a lucidity and confidence that commands respect. At the TotalEnergies Women’s AFCON 2024, five young players have all the ingredients to set the stands ablaze, turn the tide during games, and challenge the status quo. Their youth, freshness, and audacity could well make this tournament a…

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Access Bank Botswana has announced the official launch of its Custody Services offering, underpinned by the successful deployment of its new digital custody platform. This milestone marks the expansion of the Bank’s Corporate & Investment Banking capabilities and the introduction of a new business vertical focused on financial asset safekeeping and management. Custody Services are designed to provide institutional clients, including pension funds, asset managers, insurance firms and corporates with secure, transparent and efficient safekeeping of financial assets such as shares, bonds and other marketable securities. Through custody platform, clients benefit from real-time settlement, automated corporate actions, enhanced reporting and…

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Ofentse Tsipa is living proof that dreams can be manifested – and she is doing it all with style. Her name means “Christ has conquered” – a powerful reminder of her mother’s resilience after experiencing multiple miscarriages before her birth. As a transformational coach based in Kenya, she is helping people reach their goals while juggling a busy life of marriage, motherhood, and studies at United States International University-Africa (USIU-Africa). With a Dutch husband, two kids, and a passion for self-discovery, Ofentse often shares her journey of perfection and growth through her hit podcast and on social media. Whether she is discussing…

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State owned telecommunications enterprise, Botswana Telecommunications Corporation Limited (BTC) has announced the appointment of CEO, Jurgen Peschel effective June 2025 following a extensive recruitment exercise. This appointment is subject to regulatory approval. Peschel is German national and a seasoned CEO in the telecommunications space whose career spans over three decades of progressive leadership in cutting edge telecom, IT, digitisation and fintech across Europe, North America and emerging markets including Africa. He has led both group as well as local operator functions providing strong transformative leadership to develop telecommunications providers into the digital era and driving innovation in products and services…

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Automotive lubricants giant, Castrol has launched its latest formulations of the iconic Castrol GTX range which are GTX 5W-30 and GTX 10W-40 at a product launch event held at the Three Dikgosi Monument in Gaborone CBD on Tuesday afternoon. The launch marks a major upgrade in Castrol’s product offering for the everyday driver, promising superior protection, engine cleanliness, and performance in both old and new vehicles. The event, attended by mechanics, retailers, fleet operators, and industry stakeholders, signaled Castrol’s renewed commitment to value-driven innovation in Southern Africa’s automotive lubricant market. The GTX range, long hailed by consumers as “the Can…

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MultiChoice Botswana in partnership with the National Arts Council of Botswana (NACB) hosted an exclusive pre-screening of the highly anticipated Shaka iLembe Season 2 at New Capitol Cinemas in Phakalane, Gaborone, bringing together media, creative industry professionals and cultural custodians for an unforgettable evening of African storytelling. The event marked a significant celebration of premium African content, as invited guests were treated to a preview of the epic continuation of the series that captivated audiences across the continent when it first launched Season 1 in 2023. The screening not only showcased the power of locally resonant storytelling but also reaffirmed MultiChoice Botswana’s…

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In a major boost to women’s football, Orange Botswana has committed BWP 100,000 to the Botswana women’s national football team, The Mares, ahead of their participation in the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) Morocco 2024. The sponsorship was confirmed this week as the national team concludes its preparations for the continental tournament. Botswana has been drawn in Group B alongside Nigeria, Tunisia, and Algeria. The Mares will kick off their campaign against Algeria on July 6. Speaking on the sponsorship, Orange Botswana CEO Néné Maïga said the support underscores the company’s longstanding commitment to sports development and…

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