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Agency steps-up anti-doping efforts

Back on track: Jele has returned after serving a ban.PIC.KENNEDY RAMOKONE
Back on track: Jele has returned after serving a ban.PIC.KENNEDY RAMOKONE

In recent years, Botswana has recorded an increase in the number of local athletes who test positive for banned substances. Since 2012, Botswana has reported six positive cases which led to the anti-doping office stepping up education on the matter.

The National Anti-Doping (NADO) office together with the Regional Anti-Doping Organisation held a media training workshop this week. During the workshop, it emerged that most of the athletes test positive unaware.

The workshop was aimed at teaching the media fraternity about issues of doping and its effect on sports and athletes. Speaking during the workshop, Africa Zone VI for Regional Anti-Doping Organisation, Andrew Kamanga said the aim was to take the media through issues of prohibited substances, therapeutic use exemptions and the dangers of doping.

Editor's Comment
Makgekgenene played her part

“Ignore the noise, focus on your work”- AnonymousAs the DG of such a controversy-ridden institution, you really played your part in the fight against corruption and economic crime. Your stay at the helm of the DCEC was quickly paying dividends under your stewardship. During your tenure, there was a lot of action as those caught on the wrong side of the law were brought to court regardless of their economic or political status. We have learnt...

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