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Calistus Kolantsho
  • BAA at loggerheads with Betway, BTC over pledges

    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...

  • Former SG Kebaitse returns to BAA

    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...

  • Tebogo dares Americans ahead of World Relays

    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...

  • Speeding costs Branch Stage win

    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 kicks off Dakar Rally Race

    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...

  • Botswana Cross Country team's dream shattered

    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 applauds Zebras

    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...

  • Last Stretch for the Zebras

    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...

  • Phoko disappointed by Benin defeat

    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...

  • The Zebras ready for Benin clash

    The two nations still searching for their first win at the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Benin and Botswana meet in their second Group D fixtures at the Stade Prince Moulay Abdellah Olympique Annexe in Rabat tomorrow.Benin opened their...

  • Jele accuses BNSC of sabotage

    The athlete took to social media to express her displeasure over the conduct of the commission when she needed assistance in conducting her own investigations to clear her name over doping allegations. Jele said she requested for CCTV footage from...

  • Sekgokgoroane clarifies his BFL departure

    "The chairman of the BFL issued a statement clearly stating that we agreed to separate by mutual agreement. I requested the board to release me from my contract for personal reasons. The board met to discuss my request and resolved that they will...

  • The Zebras hunt for AFCON win continues

    The Zebras are making their second appearance at the competition after 13 years. The local boys will now regroup and shift focus to Benin on Tuesday. Speaking during a press briefing, The Zebras coach, Morena Ramoreboli said they were playing against...

  • FIFA expert to assess planned new National Stadium

    The project estimated to cost P3.21 Billion is aimed at meeting FIFA standards to host major international football events to improve the country’s sporting profile. Speaking to Mmegi Online, the Minister of Sport and Arts, Jacob Kelebeng said FIFA...

  • Nico United change ownership

    Majombolo' executive committee has announced the conclusion of the club’s ownership transition to 99.99 Sports, led by Floyd Mbele.The club chairman, Busani Segweni said the transition process was conducted with exceptional integrity,...

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