Orange Phikwe marathon cancelled

Local Organising Committee (LOC) chairperson, Omphemetse Makwape said the decision was taken by the sponsor, Orange Botswana in consultation with the organising committee, Selebi Phikwe Town Council and Botswana Athletics Association (BAA). The marathon was scheduled to take place on July 25 at the Selebi-Phikwe Council Stadium.

"This decision comes following consultation with critical stakeholders amidst increased uncertainty brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic," Makwape said in a statement.