Sport Not Just A Game Anymore
Monday, March 07, 2016
It has evolved into a gigantic multimillion pula industry which is a critical source of employment. Up to now sport has elevated the status of such luminaries like Nijel Amos, Mogakolodi Ngele and others to international stardom.
The country derives a lot of benefits from the game and therefore, its growth is key. However, the administration of sport is shared with two other departments; culture and youth. Inevitably, the Minister of Youth, Sport and Culture, Thapelo Olopeng has to spread his duties among the three departments. We believe sport deserves more than a shared ministry; it deserves undivided attention. Sport, is a massive catalyst for job creation, particularly among the youth.
Batswana who marched peacefully for 'Justice for Tshepi' demanded answers. They have now received a detailed account of police investigation and a promise that the file is with the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP). The real test is whether the state now keeps its word without further prodding. In his address, the minister asked the nation to trust the process. He spoke of rigour, not neglect, and pointed to 10 months of...