BAA calls for increased funding

Glody Dube
Glody Dube

Following Isaac Makwala’s 400m record-breaking exploits on Sunday, the Botswana Athletics Association (BAA) has renewed calls for improved funding.

BAA vice president Glody Dube argues the Botswana National Sports Council (BNSC) should distribute government grants based on performance and not just popularity.

Dube is adamant that the criteria used to reward the BNSC grant is more ‘political’ rather than practical. He said despite being one the most consistent sporting codes in the country in terms of results, athletics still receives a smaller grant.

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