BPL blames fans for sponsorship failure

Fans have been told to fill stadiums to attract sponsors PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE
Fans have been told to fill stadiums to attract sponsors PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE

New Botswana Premier League (BPL) board chairperson, Seiphetlho Sefhako has said fans are equally to blame for the failure to attract significant sponsorship deals for the league.

Sefhako said private companies want to see numbers before they could invest in the league. 

“We need fans to register with their respective teams as members. We need them in our database. These are the numbers that we present to our potential sponsors,” he said.

Editor's Comment
Watch your tongue Mr President

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...

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