We never proposed P200m for school sport – Unions

Taken aback: Rari says the suggestion by the BNSC is 'outrageous' and 'completely weird' PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO
Taken aback: Rari says the suggestion by the BNSC is 'outrageous' and 'completely weird' PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Public sector unions have dismissed claims made by the Botswana National Sport Commission (BNSC) that they proposed a payment of P200 million to resuscitate school sports, which have been dormant for four years due to a deadlock between government and teachers.

During last weekend’s AGM, the BNSC told its affiliates that the unions were proposing a budget of P200 million in their talks with government, in order to restart school sports.

At the AGM, BNSC CEO, Tuelo Serufho, told delegates that the Commission had submitted a proposal to the unions committing P40 million to school sport.

Editor's Comment
Makgekgenene played her part

“Ignore the noise, focus on your work”- AnonymousAs the DG of such a controversy-ridden institution, you really played your part in the fight against corruption and economic crime. Your stay at the helm of the DCEC was quickly paying dividends under your stewardship. During your tenure, there was a lot of action as those caught on the wrong side of the law were brought to court regardless of their economic or political status. We have learnt...

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