The end of the SoE saw many restrictions which were imposed on movement and gathering of people to contain the COVID-19 pandemic lifted. According to a statement from the BNSC chief executive officer (CEO), Tuelo Serufho, spectators are now allowed at sports events. However Serufho said the return of spectators will be done in phased and systematic manner.
He said the arrangement is to ensure that risks to both the athletes and patrons are minimised. He said in Phase 1, which started on Friday until October 16, BNSC and Botswana National Olympic Committee (BNOC) registered National Sport Associations’ events allow for spectators. He said with respect to each event, express permission from the BNSC has to be obtained. “Venues will be filled only up to 20% of their official capacity. It will be compulsory for spectators to wear masks, sit or stand a safe distance apart and observe other COVID-19 protocols,” Serufho said in a statement.
