The never closing north-south gap
Friday, July 04, 2025 | 690 Views |
North vs South: Gaborone United battling it out against TAFIC last season PIC: GU
In the last decade, only once has the Premiership witnessed an even number of teams from both the south and north. Teams from the north are considered as those from across the Dibete cordon fence. It is the fence that defines the north and south divide, although rivalry has not really been defined along geographical location.
The most intense rivalries are actually concentrated in the south, where most of the teams are found. There is the Gaborone derby, Township Rollers against Gaborone United, whilst Mochudi Centre Chiefs and Jwaneng Galaxy are amongst the teams that add to a strong lineup found in the south.
As such, we are now one step away from the shame of being labelled amongst the world’s worst offenders. This is a national embarrassment that demands an immediate, united response from every corner of our society. Pointing fingers is useless, we must all hold up our hands and play our part in the dealing with this matter.To our government and the Botswana National Sports Commission (BNSC), the call is for the to adopt decisive leadership and...