School sport remains a headache for gov't
Friday, March 27, 2026 | 60 Views |
Young talent: Karate junior team selection. PIC:KENNEDY RAMOKONE
Last year, the Minister of Sport and Arts (MoSA), Jacob Kelebeng, launched school sport at the Lobatse Sport Complex in a move aimed at reviving the extracurricular activity, which was suspended in 2020.
For six years, Botswana has gone without organised school sport. Whilst others may reduce the period to ‘just six years,’ the reality has been devastating.
For decades, the Francistown-Nata road has witnessed countless accidents, many of them fatal. Families have lost loved ones. Businesses have suffered delays while motorists have repeatedly complained about the poor condition of the road.The opening of the new section is therefore welcome news and a reminder that investing in quality infrastructure can save lives.However, while the smooth new surface brings relief, it also comes with greater...