The Dragons Awaken: F1 Returns to Shanghai for 2026’s First

Sprint After Explosive Australian Opener Following a sensational Mercedes 1-2 finish in the season-opening Australian Grand Prix, Formula 1 heads to the Shanghai International Circuit for the first Sprint weekend of the 2026 era. SuperSport remains at the absolute heart of the spectacle, delivering unmatched, on-the-ground coverage of every high-octane moment as the championship battle intensifies If the 2026 Formula 1 season opener was any indication, motorsport fans are in for an electrifying year of high-stakes racing and technical...

From Senegalese Roots to Tyneside Royalty: Malick Thiaw’s Unshakable Premier League Dream

Malick Thiaw’s journey to Newcastle United is a breathtaking tapestry of Senegalese wisdom, unyielding discipline, and a deep-rooted faith that fuels his Premier League ambitions. In this feature, the formidable defender opens up about his multicultural heritage, the trials of adapting to English football, and why the Geordie faithful have already given him a permanent place in their hearts. Following last weekend’s agonising 2-1 derby defeat to Sunderland, the current international break offers Newcastle United a...

No USA–Botswana 4x400m showdown at World Relays

The much-hyped 4x400m clash between Botswana and the United States at the upcoming World Athletics Relays has hit an unexpected snag. The Americans have officially pulled out of both the men’s and women’s 4x400m events, delivering a major blow to what promised to be one of track and field’s most electrifying rivalries. Slated for May 2–3 at Botswana’s National Stadium, the global relay extravaganza was set to showcase a thrilling duel between two sprinting powerhouses....

Motsepe endorses decision to dethrone Senegal

The decision by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to strip Senegal of their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title has shaken the African football community to its core. Senegal, who won the final in Rabat against the host nation Morocco by a score of 1-0, saw their triumph overturned months later after an unprecedented ruling by an independent CAF Appeals Board. The heart of the controversy lies in Senegal’s players walking off the...

National Stadium eyes world athletics approval

As preparations near completion for the historic World Athletics Relays set for May, the National Stadium stands on the cusp of a significant milestone, awaiting official certification from World Athletics. Minister of Youth, Gender, Sport and Culture Jacob Kelebeng addressed Parliament this week, confirming that renovations on the stadium’s athletics track, the centerpiece for the global event scheduled for May 2–3, have been finalized. The Local Organizing Committee (LOC) and Botswana National Sports Commission (BNSC)...

Letsile set for 2026 Prefontaine Classic 200m Showdown

The 2026 Prefontaine Classic is shaping up to be a historic showdown in the men’s 200-meter dash, as sprint phenoms Letsile Tebogo, Kenny Bednarek, and the young Australian sensation Gout Gout prepare to face off in Eugene, Oregon. Each athlete brings a unique story, fierce talent, and world-class credentials that promise to electrify the track and captivate fans worldwide. This race, set against the backdrop of one of track and field’s most revered meets, will...

Mosinyi takes helm as Acting BFA CEO

The Botswana Football Association (BFA) has ushered in a new era of leadership with the appointment of Kago Mosinyi as acting chief executive officer, stepping in to fill the sizeable shoes left by the association’s longest-serving CEO, Mfolo Mfolo. This transition, revealed exclusively by this publication, marks a pivotal moment in BFA’s administrative journey. Mosinyi’s rise comes on the heels of earlier reports that Mfolo would not seek to renew his contract, despite maintaining amicable...

New Era, No Limits: SuperSport Gears Up for the Most Transformative Formula 1 Season in History

SuperSport kicks off the revolutionary 2026 Formula 1 season this weekend in Melbourne, delivering unrivalled, on-the-ground coverage with anchor Nqobile Kwezi. As the sport enters a new era of active aerodynamics and hybrid power units, fans across Africa can rely on SuperSport to bring them the heart of the action as Lando Norris begins his title defence against a revitalised grid. The momentum for a Formula 1 return to the African continent continues to build, with Haas driver...

P5 million payday for Zebras

Though the Zebras returned from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) without a single win or goal to their name, their valiant grind on Africa’s grandest football stage didn’t go unrewarded. Each squad member is set to pocket a neat P150,000, a solid consolation for the tough campaign. The Botswana Football Association (BFA) revealed this week that the nation banked roughly $500,000 (around P6.6 million) from the team’s Morocco showing. Of that pot, over...

Golden Grand Prix trial for World Relays

The 2026 Botswana Golden Grand Prix is set to play a pivotal role as a rehearsal for the forthcoming World Athletics Relays, organizers have confirmed. This event will serve as a critical operational test just one week before the international relay extravaganza arrives in Gaborone. In an exclusive interview this week, Glody Dube, founder of Golden Sports Agency, revealed that the meet scheduled for 26 April at the National Stadium will function as a comprehensive...