Khama to receive Paul Harris Fellow award

CALISTUS KOLANTSHO
Correspondent | Thursday June 6, 2013 00:00

She explained that the Paul Harris Fellow award is given to individuals in recognition for the charity work they are doing for the community.  She noted the Rotary Club of Selebi-Phikwe recognises the work that Khama is doing for citizens of Botswana. Hughes said Khama is always part of the community, citing  presidential walkabouts. She said that the president is always involved in charity work.Hughes explained that honorees are individuals who meet high professional standards set by Paul Harris. She stated that a Paul Harris recognition is not limited to Rotarians.  She pointed out that a Paul Harris Fellow receives a special certificate and a gold pin.

'The award is not only meant for the president of the country because already there are other individuals that we have earmarked for the award from other sectors of the community. There are some individuals who are working hard to improve the lives of disadvantaged members of the community,' said Hughes. She said that tickets for the luncheon with the president cost P250 and by Tuesday, they had already sold over 100 tickets. She noted that the response from the community is amazing and they plan to print more tickets, as more people are interested in attending the event. Hughes explained that proceeds from ticket sales would be donated to charity.According to Wikipedia, in 1905, Harris organised the first Rotary Club in fellowship and friendship with three clients, Sylvester Schele, Gustavus Loehr and Hiram Shorey. His initial goal was to create a club of professionals and businessmen for friendship and fellowship.