Hard work lies ahead for Sikwane

He is assuming the responsibilities at a time when sport is under scrutiny; from lack of sponsorship, reduced government subversion dilapidated facilities and escalating doping cases, amongst others.

There is also a challenge with rural outreach programmes, and school sport is still inactive in government schools. Botswana Cycling Association president, Kagiso Potongwane, said they expect the new BNSC top man to continue to provide strategic leadership in developing a clear long-term vision for the growth and sustainability of sport at national and international levels.