Author: Fantastic Moments

Cresta Mahalapye, a flagship property of Cresta Marakanelo Limited, proudly unveiled its new extension wing, the “South Wing”. The event marked a significant milestone for Cresta Marakanelo Limited and the broader hospitality industry in Botswana. The ceremony, marked by a festive atmosphere, showcased the 60-room South Wing, adding to the existing North Wing, and bringing the total room inventory to 124 rooms. The South Wing features two presidential suites, two executive suites, and a paraplegic-friendly room, all equipped with state-of-the-art amenities to meet the evolving needs of modern travelers. Mokwena Morulane, the Managing Director of Cresta Marakanelo Limited, expressed his…

Five years ago, Fairy Tree Academy opened its academic doors for all prospective students; from kindergarten to primary school leaving students. Consequently,on the 2nd December 2023, the school started festivities to celebrate their milestone with a corporate social responsibility to give back to its community that nurtured our existence. With the help of the Gaborone West Welfare office, an under privileged family was identified where one child from the family will receive a scholarship and a family helped to start a sustainable business . The business a tuckshop and opening stock. The school managements, students and parents participated in a…

A scintillating victory in front of their 12th player was enough to send the Botswana women national team dubbed The Mares to the second consecutive Women Africa Cup of Nations on Tuesday afternoon after eliminating rivals Kenya in a match played at the National Stadium in Gaborone. A solitary goal in the second half by forward Keitumetse Dithebe was enough to make an aggregate score of 2-1 in favour of the home team. The two teams have intially drew 1 all draw in Nairobi, Kenya a week ago. Historically, Dithebe is the first Motswana woman to score at WAFCON and…

In a historic move that underscores the growing collaboration between nations and industries, United Capital Fertilizer Zambia Company Limited has launched its $500million listed bond programme on the Botswana Stock Exchange. The event marks a significant step in the company’s journey towards sustained growth and strategic expansion. Addressing the audience at the launch, Chairman of board of Directors for United Capital Fertilizer, Mr. Chance Kabaghe, highlighted the importance of the strategic move to list the Bond in Botswana, emphasizing the nation’s stable economy and vibrant financial markets. He expressed his gratitude, stating, “We are particularly excited about the impact our…

Are you up for a chilled bev with Mzansi’s A-listers? Then watch Sip and Talk on DStv’s Mzansi Magic (Channel 161), a new show that tells the story of some of your favorite celebrities’ public trials and tribulations, from heartache to healing. Sip & Talk is a candid and intimate conversation hosted by none other than Dineo Ranaka who sits down with some of South Africa’s most interesting characters to unveil their secrets, struggles, and accomplishments. Sip and Talk airs every Sunday at 9 p.m and in each episode, a new guest joins Dineo for a drink and chat in a…

The Everyone Can Learn programme is set to revolutionize access to education and vital information for vulnerable and marginalized communities. Spearheaded by Women Lead Africa Founder and Executive Director, Mpule Kgetsi, and Educational Consultant, Dudzai Talent Kahuni, this innovative initiative aims to address the challenges faced by individuals from isolated areas and marginalized social groups who struggle with access to education and information due to limited literacy capabilities. The programme responds to a pressing need identified through Botswana Inclusive Education Policy (2011), which states that many who are attending school are not learning, or not learning as much as they…

The 12th Botswana Musicians Union (BOMU) Music Awards, an annual celebration of musical excellence, has announced the hosts for this year’s grand event, scheduled to take place on December 16, 2023, at Royal Aria, Tlokweng. The extravaganza night will be broadcast live on BTV at 8:00 PM. The highly anticipated ceremony will feature three hosts. Taking the lead on the main stage will be two distinguished personalities: Entrepreneur, DJ, Producer, and one of Botswana’s most esteemed musical exports, Thato Sikwane, popularly known as DJ Fresh, along with esteemed media personality and entrepreneur Khumo ‘Miss GeeKays’ Kgwaadira. The red-carpet event will…

GABORONE – Orange Botswana celebrates the business’ CEO, Nene Maïga, on her prestigious Female Innovator of the Year Award 2023, received at the Africa Tech Festival Awards in Cape Town, South Africa. This distinguished accolade recognises the exceptional contributions of women in the fields of technology, media, and telecommunications across the African continent. Having assumed the role of CEO at Orange Botswana in 2021, Nene Maïga is widely regarded as a trailblazer in the telecom industry. Her selection as one of the six outstanding women contending for this award underscores her exceptional leadership, unwavering dedication, and ceaseless efforts in propelling innovation and excellence within the technology sector. The Africa…

GABORONE – In support of the critical role Brokers play in the Insurance industry, Botswana Life Insurance Limited (Botswana Life) proudly hosted the Inaugural Botswana Life Annual Broker Connect, bringing together key players in the industry to engage in insightful discussions to drive sustainable growth of the industry. The Broker Connect was held at Avani Gaborone & Casino Resort on the 22nd of November 2023, and convened over 45 Broker Fraternities and other key players and stakeholders. Held under the theme “The role of the broker in driving sustainable insurance growth,” the forum worked to unpack the insurance sector as a whole, highlighting in…

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