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Society model under renewed pressure

Fan power: Rollers has faced challenges off the pitch PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO
Fan power: Rollers has faced challenges off the pitch PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

The continued existence of some clubs as societies was a topic of discussion in Parliament this week, with the model coming under renewed pressure as some teams struggle to stay afloat.

In particular, popular sides, Extension Gunners and Township Rollers, have faced mounting financial challenges, in large part, due to their structure, which sees supporters exert considerable control.

Assistant Minister of Lands and Agriculture, Dr Edwin Dikoloti, expressed concern at the persistence with this model during debate in Parliament this week. He said football is now commercial, hence the need to reconsider the societies arrangement.

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