Botswana’s athletes enter the big-money era

In much of Southern Africa, conversations about sportspersons’ earning power have traditionally centred on footballers who made the leap to Europe and began earning substantial amounts. Botswana was no different, with the spotlight largely on footballers who crossed the border into South Africa in pursuit of lucrative careers. But that narrative is changing, as a new generation of local athletes is beginning to command considerable financial and commercial value, observes Staff Writer MQONDISI DUBE

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