She said it was shocking that such things happen at the BNSC gym, a place where athletes should be protected. For his part, Lydia’s husband, Ofentse Jele said he will not rest until justice is served, saying there is a lot that is happening and it is just a matter of time before everything comes out exploding. “This is my wife we are talking about, not just another athlete for them to do as they please with her,” Ofentse hissed.
For his part, BNSC marketing and communications manager, Anderson Nlisana told Mmegi Online that complaints that are raised by Jele have been dealt with. He said it is an old matter that was attended to last year, and wondered why it was coming out now. In May, The Continental Results Management Panel (CRMP) For Africa Arbitration slapped Jele with an eight year ban after a failed appeal.
The crimes detailed elsewhere in this edition from the loss of a former minister to the heartbreaking murder of a child, and public arson to relentless gender-based violence, paint a distressing picture of a society under strain.These are not isolated tragedies. They are a collective alarm bell, ringing out as we enter a period meant for peace and goodwill.The festive season, while a time of joy, can also amplify existing pressures.
