Gen Mophuting preaches peace in karate

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Mpho Mophuting says that when he learnt about the instability in karate, he took it upon himself to change all that

In recent years, local karate found itself marred by controversy, legal battles and motion of no confidence being passed against the leadership. The situation led to some styles being kicked out of Botswana Karate Association (BOKA) and even up to the present date there are some pending legal costs.

It also spurred those who take the events affecting the sport at heart to act in order to address the rot. One such individual is Botswana Defence Force (BDF) Commander, General Mpho Mophuting.

The head of military, who is also a highly respected Sensei, told Sport Monitor that when he learnt about the instability in karate, he took it upon himself to change all that.

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