Khetho, Francis begin title defence

Defending Champion: Francis
Defending Champion: Francis

Defending champions, Woman International Master Onkemetse Francis and FIDE Master Phemelo Khetho join the second round qualifiers of the 2015 Metropolitan National Chess Championships this weekend with their eyes on retaining the title.

The qualifiers will take place at the Oasis Motel in Tlokweng on Saturday and Sunday.

Botswana Chess Federation (BCF) spokesperson, Keenese Katisenge said they expect surprises in the competition.

Editor's Comment
Inspect the voters' roll!

The recent disclosure by the IEC that 2,513 registrations have been turned down due to various irregularities should prompt all Batswana to meticulously review the voters' rolls and address concerns about rejected registrations.The disparities flagged by the IEC are troubling and emphasise the significance of rigorous voter registration processes.Out of the rejected registrations, 29 individuals were disqualified due to non-existent Omang...

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