Wagner presses ahead with Golden Grand Prix
Friday, March 08, 2024 | 480 Views |
Pushing ahead: Wagner PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE
The future of the Golden Grand Prix, held in Botswana for the first time last year, was shrouded in doubt when the World Athletics took away hosting rights from the local company, Golden Door Sports Agency, owned by Olympian Glody Dube.
He lost the rights to host the prestigious event after reported concerns over financial irregularities arising from last year’s edition.
More than P8.1 million has already been spent, yet there appears to be no lasting solution in sight. This is not simply a dispute between the DIS and a group of officers. It is a matter of public accountability. Every pula spent by government comes from taxpayers who expect public funds to be used wisely and responsibly, especially during economic hardships faced by many.The officers exercised their constitutional right to seek justice through...