Swords out for new fencing committee

The committee is accused of failing to organise competitions
The committee is accused of failing to organise competitions

Just three months into office, fencing members have drawn the daggers against the Botswana Amateur Fencing Association (BAFA) committee. The committee, led by Mandla Masuku, was elected into office on April Fools Day but is already facing a revolt.

Masuku and his committee have come under criticism from BAFA affiliates, who want the office bearers to step down.

According to information reaching Mmegi Sport, some fencing affiliates want fresh elections called.

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