Botswana banishes lingering World Relays doubts

The authentic diamond medals added another feather in Botswana’s cap, as from America to the southern tip of Africa, it was all, ‘wow’. Botswana deserves praise, and what a way to market the country as the National Stadium turned into a sea of blue, black and white, with national pride on full display. The competition was organised in the true, organic Botswana spirit; from the traditional dances, to the cuisine and to cap it all, Dr Vom’s unofficial national sport anthem.

Botswana’s hosting credentials, already tested during the 2014 Africa Youth Games and the World Youth Netball Cup three years later, were significantly enhanced on Saturday and Sunday. The world, which sent 40 nations to the semi-arid country known for its diamond production, literally ate out from the palm of Botswana’s hand. And Batswana loved it; they came out in numbers to turn the National Stadium into a sea of celebration.

It was picturesque. “Your and my legitimacy relies on fighting corruption, discrimination and seeking justice.”– Imam KhameneiThis is laid bare in the recently released Auditor General’s report of 2023. The report highlights that government was plundered off millions of pula in wasteful expenditure and irregular procurement at a time when the country was grappling for every thebe to save its citizens. The report reveals that millions set aside for the…