Track mess leads to Golden Prix downgrade
Friday, August 08, 2025 | 110 Views |
The problem: National Stadium track was completed minutes before the race PIC: BENDAN PHOTOGRAPHY
Delayed stadium renovations have cost the organisers of the top-tier race, after works were done late. The National Stadium was closed last year December to enable works on the track and other upgrades in preparation for the showpiece.
The initial work was estimated at P7 million, but the final cost was at P16 million.
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...