Charisma aside, Butler faces a mountain

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Lekidi has been the centre of many tales, some sad, others happy, the majority considered controversial. On Wednesday, after the clock struck 10:00 am the auditorium was swarmed as the nation awaited the confirmation of a Briton, Peter Butler as the new Zebras coach.

Ben Kgomela was also to be introduced as the new technical director, but this was largely considered a side issue. Butler’s announcement was the main course, and BFA president, Tebogo Sebego expectedly said it was the highlight of his presidency.

On a day Botswana football probably changed direction, Sebego surprisingly chose a sombre all black top and shirt. The new coach was wearing a more optimistic colour, a slim fit white shirt.

Editor's Comment
Gov’t must rectify recognition of Khama as Kgosi

While it is widely acknowledged that Khama holds the title of Kgosi, the government’s failure to properly gazette his recognition has raised serious concerns about adherence to legal procedures and the credibility of traditional leadership. (See a story elsewhere in this newspaper.) Recent court documents by the Minister for Local Government and Rural Development, Kgotla Autlwetse, shed light on the intricacies of Khama’s recognition process....

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