Is BPL privatisation the 'magic bullet'?

Friday, July 17, 2020

Taking aim: BFA has begun the process of transforming the league PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

The Botswana Football Association (BFA) has put a significant shoulder to the wheel in recent weeks, in a bid to turn the Botswana Premier League (BPL) into a private entity. For years, the BPL has remained on the financial peripheries, but football authorities believe they have made an accurate prognosis, as they push the transformation agenda. But will the change have the magic bullet effect, asks Staff Writer, MQONDISI DUBE

The magic bullet (or hypodermic needle) theory suggests the transmission of messages in a linear form, to a passive audience. The theory assumes that the media is the gun that fires a ‘magic’ bullet (message) to the recipients’ head.

The outcome, argues proponents of the theory is uniform. Recipients receive the message and respond in a similar manner.

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The Projects Magazine today launched The Future of Mining Summit, set to become the country’s premier mining conference. The event is scheduled for 12th and 13th of June 2024, at Boipuso Hall, Fairgrounds in Gaborone.

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Is BPL privatisation the 'magic bullet'?

The projects magazine in collaboration with Stanbic bank launched the future of mining summit 2024

MISA Botswana celebrates World Press Freedom day

Unlawful wounding turns to murder

Mahalapye suspected copper cable thief nabbed

TAFIC targets top four finish

Selefu

Selefu

Repatriation underway for seven SA Pilgrims

Stakeholders must step up veggie supply