Chiefs (Pty) Ltd dares society over River Plate ground
Friday, October 21, 2022 | 280 Views |
Battle-weary: Chiefs’ problems are far from over PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG
The society held a general meeting last weekend and among the resolutions taken was to lock up the venue as the battle between the two camps persists.
The reason for the decision, they said, was to allow the interim executive committee to come up with fees for its use so that the society can generate income. At the meeting, interim chairperson, Victor Kobe informed the supporters that the records still show that the ground belongs to the society.
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