Botswana relays up against the best in Bahamas
Friday, April 21, 2017
Team Botswana has been an up and coming force in the 4x400m relay in recent years, thanks to mercurial youngsters Baboloki Thebe and Karabo Sibanda, who will join forces with established sprinter Isaac Makwala in what looks like a formidable force, one capable of taking the title if they perform to their best.
The men’s team narrowly missed a podium finish last year at the Rio Olympics as they settled for fifth position. The team missed star man, Thebe due an injury and would be looking to redeem themselves this time around.
The recent disclosure by the IEC that 2,513 registrations have been turned down due to various irregularities should prompt all Batswana to meticulously review the voters' rolls and address concerns about rejected registrations.The disparities flagged by the IEC are troubling and emphasise the significance of rigorous voter registration processes.Out of the rejected registrations, 29 individuals were disqualified due to non-existent Omang...