Last minute consultation as Olympic Games deadline looms

Friday, August 17, 2018

The government was involved in last minute consultations yesterday ahead of today’s 12noon Youth Olympic Games (YOG) deadline. Botswana is in the race to host the 2022 global youth tournament, against Tunisia, Senegal and Nigeria.

By lunchtime yesterday, the Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Sport and Culture Development permanent secretary, Kago Ramokate said discussions were still ongoing.

Botswana National Olympic Committee (BNOC) chief executive officer, Tuelo Serufho said they were working on the government’s commitment.

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Last minute consultation as Olympic Games deadline looms

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