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The then-Minister of Sport, Shaw Kgathi, had already left London as he did not think the team stood a chance of getting a medal. But Nijel Amos not only won a silver medal, but he also set the 800m World Junior Record and National Record with his...

The former 800m Olympic silver medallist has teamed up with Simon Tshwaane, Sydney Seabo and Solomon Mpusetsang of Gaborone based Propellers Sport Academy. Amos told Sport Monitor that a new era for youth athletics in Botswana has officially begun...

During the quarter final match, he led by 6-3, 2-6, 2-0 when his opponent, Valentin Gonzalez-Galino retired due to an injury.The player has set a date with Kuan-Shou of Chinese Taipei in the semi-final.Raguin’s father and manager, Dominique Raguin,...

A national Safeguarding Policy is essential for establishing a unified framework that protects vulnerable members of society, specifically children, young people, and adults with care and support needs from abuse, neglect and exploitation. Speaking...

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...