Makwala pockets P20, 000 for record breaking feat

Makwala was the holder of the African record after running 44.01 in 2014,  but the mark was eclipsed by South African, Wayde van Niekerk, who lost on Saturday. Makwala reclaimed his record on Sunday with a blistering 43:72.

The Director of Sports and Recreation in the Ministry of Youth, Sport and Culture, Falcon Sedimo said the ministry introduced incentives as a means to motivate local athletes. He said the incentives depend on the type of competition the athlete wins. He said the funds are meant for competitions sanctioned by the Botswana National Sports Council, Botswana National Olympic Committee and IAAF.