Jones targets new areas in rugby revival

Botswana Rugby Union (BRU) president Elijah Jones
Botswana Rugby Union (BRU) president Elijah Jones

New Botswana Rugby Union (BRU) president Elijah Jones is man full of energy and prepared to push the stakes for a sport struggling to attract sponsors. Jones talks to Staff Writer CALISTUS KOLANTSHO about his strategy to revive the sport

Mmegi Sport: Congratulations on your new post. Can you please introduce yourself?

Jones: I am a Motswana and I have been playing rugby since primary school in South Africa. I even had an opportunity to play for a certain team in Pretoria. I have been involved with BRU for many years since I am part of Gaborone Hogs. I am proud to have been given a chance to lead the union. 

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