Francistown joins football frenzy

MOGOMOTSI BUZWANI
Correspondent | Friday June 11, 2010 00:00

 Hotels and clubs are preparing for brisk business brought about by the World Cup. Cresta Thapama guest relations manager, Letang Selepe said they have prepared two giant screens for the opening game between South Africa and Mexico which kicks off at 4pm today. 'We will have two big screens, snacks and drinks for football lovers. Our intention is to give our customers access to the games without charging entrance fee,' she said.

Cresta Marang general manager, Charles Lamb said they have big screens for games and patrons will be charged P30. 'We have prepared big screens and snacks for our customers and those who will love to watch the World Cup,' said Lamb.Adansonia Hotel sales and marketing executive, Gao Butale said they are ready to host football fans.

The Francistown bus rank is  a sea of rainbow South African flags. Some taxi drivers said they are delighted to have the World Cup in nearby South Africa. However, they are disappointed that Btv and South African broadcaster, SABC might cut the digital feed during the World Cup. They say reception through the antennas are unreliable.