The Botswana National Olympic Committee (BNOC) has announced it requires approximately P16 million to fully finance Team Botswana’s participation in the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, as preparations accelerate amid a significant funding shortfall. BNOC Chief Executive Officer Dorothy Tlagae-Gaseitsiwe disclosed this week that despite securing government and international support, the total resources raised remain well below the committee’s projected budget. Tlagae-Gaseitsiwe detailed that the Ministry of Sports and Arts (MOSA) has provided P2...

At 35, Danny Welbeck is playing some of the finest football of his career, fuelled by the relentless standards instilled in him during his formative years at Manchester United. In a reflection on his remarkable journey, the seasoned striker opens up about surviving career-threatening injuries, mentoring the next generation at Brighton & Hove Albion, and why his love for the beautiful game burns brighter than ever. There is a quiet dignity to Danny Welbeck. In a modern footballing era...

Botswana’s most storied football club, Township Rollers, is on the brink of a critical financial rescue, with advanced talks underway involving Arab investors aimed at stabilizing the club’s precarious operations. Inside sources reveal that the club’s leadership recently convened a meeting with players and technical staff to outline the unfolding takeover plans. Club chairman Thapelo Pabalinga, general manager Motshegetsi Mafa, and spokesperson Kaizer Sekaba attended the briefing, seeking to calm growing anxieties about the club’s...

As Gaborone prepares to host the World Athletics Relays, the focus extends beyond the readiness of the city’s infrastructure to how it presents itself on the global stage. For Botswana, the first African nation to host this prestigious event, the stakes are high, not just in terms of logistics but in crafting a compelling city-wide brand that captures attention and fuels participation. Strategic branding across the city is emerging as a vital element in the...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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)...

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...