Angry Thebe blasts BAA
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
The athlete is in Milan, Italy for treatment, with his agent reportedly taking care of medical expenses. Thebe left for Italy on Sunday without the knowledge of BAA.
“Yes, they cannot know about my whereabouts because they have never checked on me since my arrival from the World Championships. They have never enquired how I am feeling since the injury,” Thebe told Mmegi Sport from Milan. He said his manager is footing the bill, adding that he is not complaining as what he is going through is part of (sport) life. He said he would emerge stronger from his situation.
While his leadership has brought about significant progress and development, it is imperative that he exercises greater caution in his choice of words, particularly when addressing sensitive matters.One of the primary concerns is the potential impact of his remarks on Botswana’s relationship with De Beers, the diamond mining giant that plays a crucial role in the nation’s economy.The partnership between Botswana and De Beers has been mutually...