Botswana targets motorsport future through karting

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The launch of Karting Africa Initiative marks a major turning point for Botswana’s motorsport ambitions, with the country aiming to build a structured pathway for young drivers into international competition.

This was revealed by Botswana Motor Sport (BMS) vice president and Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) Commission member, Tefo Dithapo. BMS will officially launch the Karting Africa Academy Botswana Grassroots Development Programme this Saturday at The Freak Show Karting Track in Lobatse, becoming the first African nation to roll out the continental initiative.

Dithapo said karting remains the foundation of global motorsport and is internationally recognised by the FIA as the starting point for identifying and developing future racing talent.

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