Nkobolo, Ncenga, Khutsafalo to benefit from Clash of Legends
Monday, May 27, 2024 | 640 Views |
Botswana and South Africa legends during last year's inaugural edition
Last year, three footballers, Malepa Bolelang, Mosimanegape 'Twizer' Ramohibidu and Moemedi 'Jomo' Moatlhaping each received around P30,000 after the inaugural edition raised more than P90,000 for the beneficiaries. At least 17,000 fans turned up for the match played at the National Stadium during the off-season.
Bolelang suffered a freak accident which forced the amputation of his right leg, while Ramohibidu was left wheelchair bound due to a car crash, while Moatlhaping was forced to retire due to illness. This year's beneficiaries, Ncenga, Nkobolo and Khutsafalo are now wheelchair bound after suffering misfortunes.
As the Botswana National Front (BNF) discusses a policy to place suitably qualified members in strategic positions, the guiding consideration should remain whether an individual is the best person to serve the country. There is nothing wrong with qualified party members applying for public positions. Political affiliation should neither disqualify a capable candidate nor give them an advantage over others. Every Motswana deserves a fair...