Zebras plead for 50% housing discount
Tuesday, December 09, 2025 | 150 Views |
Zebras players and official at the send off ceremony. PIC PHATSIMO KAPENG
During the team's send-off ceremony held on Sunday evening, the Zebras pleaded for a 50% housing purchase discount from the Botswana Housing Corporation.
Standing in for the team's captains, veteran goalkeeper Kabelo Dambe said the football career is a demanding but short one without any tangible benefits. He asked the Minister of Sports and Arts to consider engaging BHC for a half-price discount to give the players some dignity once they hang up their boots.
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