From karate to �ka-rotten� :: Mmegi Online

Botswana Karatekas have always thrived, bagging several medals at international level and pushing their sport to be regarded as one of the most progressive in the country. But a weevil, stationed in the karate boardroom has begun to destroy the good image. Staff Writers, MQONDISI DUBE and CALISTUS KOLANTSHO trace the genesis of the rot

When Tshepo Bathai ousted Million Masumbika from the Botswana Karate Association (BOKA) presidency, securing a 12-6 vote from the affiliates last May, it never looked like the beginning of a rough patch for the sport. But in the end, it proved to be a rugged terrain and eventful stint that lasted seven months.

An internal strife drove out Bathai and three of his executive committee members and a crisis was triggered at BOKA. The sport was left headless and the Botswana National Sports Council (BNSC) roped in a Commission of Inquiry.

Already have an active account? Log in here.

Or Sign up and get unlimited access to premium articles.

Violent crime surge in Central District

Explore

More

From karate to �ka-rotten�

Inflation drops to 2.9%

Sebego wins first round but BFA appeals

‘Couple hires hitman to murder ex-girlfriend, children’

BPF coalition revocation receives backlash

Violent crime surge in Central District

Fare thee well ex-terrorist, liberation fighter

Khama pleads with court to remove Serogola

Eswatini hits back at Masisi

Masisi should avoid diplomatic tensions