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He is assuming the responsibilities at a time when sport is under scrutiny; from lack of sponsorship, reduced government subversion dilapidated facilities and escalating doping cases, amongst others.There is also a challenge with rural outreach...

It was the first time Botswana competed in that area, and it paid dividends after Kayla Smit returned home with a gold medal.Equestrian horse competitions involve riders and horses performing various skills, judged on form, movement and obstacle...

MmegiSport understands that Marea Modutlwa and Ookeditse Lekang, who have both served under Robert, have raised their hands to replace him.The two candidates are members of the Gaborone Bowls Club.Lekang is a former BBA vice president, whilst...

It brought together junior players from across the region, both team and individual events for boys and girls in the 14 and Under and 16 and Under categories. Botswana is represented by a team of 12 boys and girls across both age categories.One of...

The uneasiness is due to other clubs having not played some of their matches, which could disrupt the completion of the first round. When the league started last year, some clubs did not travel to Maun due to logistical challenges they shared with...

Supported by Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as its main partner, the programme was introduced through major karate events around the world between 2022 and 2024, building early momentum. In 2025, the project entered its full expansion phase,...

The two companies made promises following outstanding performance by the athletics team at the 2025 World Athletics Championships held in Tokyo last September.BTC, the local telecoms company, had pledged cash and in-kind connectivity sponsorship...

BAA chief executive officer (CEO), Mabua Mabua said Kebaitse brings a wealth of experience in sport administration, athletics governance and information and communications technology (ICT). “Kebaitse has served two terms as secretary general. He...

Botswana's 4x400m relay team holds the world title after winning gold at last year's World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. Gaborone will host the 2026 edition of the World Relays and Tebogo has thrown a challenge to the United States. "We...

The biker was the provisional winner of Stage One. The outcome followed an analysis of his equipment at the bivouac. The stage was won by Edgar Canet of Spain, who doubles up after his prologue win. The second spot was claimed by Daniel Sanders of...

Branch told Mmegi Online that he had a lot of fun, and that it was good to be back on the bike again. He said the track was fast and did not need much navigation. "I had a good time, I enjoyed it. All the preparations we have done leading to this...

BAA chief executive officer (CEO), Mabua Mabua told Mmegi Online that a team of eight was provensionally selected, but the trip is not happening due to budgetary constraints. Botswana has never sent a team to the Cross Country Championships in recent...

Kelebeng told Mmegi Online that the players and technical team did their best. " I am proud of them. The fact that they qualified for AFCON is fulfilling, given the circumstances they went through. Preparations were done, but they can never be...

Already eliminated Botswana faces the Democratic Republic of the Congo in their final Group D fixture at the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025. The match will be played at the Stade Al Medina in Rabat on 30 December, with kick-off...

The Zebras attempt of finding a win or a draw at the competition continued to hit a blank, while on the other side, Benin picked their first AFCON win. The Zebras have become the first side to be eliminated out of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations...