Boboza Laid To Rest

TSHEPO MOLWANE
Staff Writer | Monday April 6, 2009 00:00

 

Thobega who was hospitalised at the Princess Marina Hospital in Gaborone for almost three weeks after a car accident near Lobatse, died at the age of 35. Former teammate at Mogoditshane Fighters and close friend, Barney Marman described the departed star as a humble person who used to look after him very well. He said the accident has robbed him of a friend who used to do most of the household chores when they lived together.

'Though we at times had differences like in any household, I did enjoy staying with him. I also enjoyed playing alongside him at Fighters,' he asserted.  Marman said the fact that Boboza was part of the Zebras For Life test campaign goes to show how responsible he was as a footballer. The Zebras' Test For Life campaign uses footballers to encourage the general public to guard against HIV/AIDS.

BDF XI vice chairman Mbakiso Mokokomane told the mourners that when club officials arrived in Ramotswa during the week to pass condolences to the Thobegas, they were happy to find out that the family hadfound comfort in the passing of their beloved son.

'The management, players and supporters of BDF XI were saddened by the untimely death of Boboza. It is unfortunate that we were not allowed to see Boboza during his days in hospital because only close relatives were allowed,' he said. Mokokomane said through his performances at BDF XI and the Zebras, Boboza has left a lasting legacy. He added that it will be difficult for his side to find a player of his calibre. He pointed out that though it will be difficult, they will try to win the be MOBILE Premier League in honour of their fallen hero. At the time of going to press, BDF XI were third on the log with 34 points from 17 games. During his time at BDF XI, Boboza won the Coca-Cola Cup and World Group of Companies Cup in 2004. He has Matebele to the league title. 

Councillor for Magotsana ward, Kgabo Mabotseng said accidents claim more lives in the country more than the HIV/AIDS. He stated that something needs to be done to educate people about accidents. The councillor is hopeful that the stiff penalties which took effect on April 1, would help reduce the number of accidents in Botswana.

During his illustrious career, Boboza played for Mogonye Jungle Kings, Manyana Lucky Brothers, Fighters, BDF XI and the national team. He is survived by a son.