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Isaac Pheko
  • Desert Race Might Return in 2025

    In a development that comes as no surprise to local motorsport and rally enthusiasts, the SA Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC) CEO, Archie Rutherford has officially confirmed that the 2024 edition of the Toyota Gazoo Racing 1000 Desert Race will not...

  • Ukraine cosying up to Africa in the midst of war

    As things stand, there seems to be no end in sight for the protracted Ukraine-Russian war that has held Europe in a grip of uncertainty and instability for the past two years.Despite defending its territories against Russian aggression that has...

  • Branch and team conquer World Rally GP

    A month and a half following his impressive runner-up finish at the Dakar, Ross Branch (Hero MotoSports) has once again showcased his prowess, this time clinching the runner-up spot in the Rally GP category in Abu Dhabi. His remarkable performance...

  • Grandmaster evokes 'Kung Fu' memories

    For many in the past three generations, the ancient martial arts were introduced through popular culture in Hong Kong action films, where good often defeated evil. Icons like Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, Jet Li, and later Donnie Yen brought martial arts...

  • Locals vie for the Africa Karting Cup

    Three young Go Kart racers are preparing to represent the country at the Africa Karting Cup in South Africa later this month. The event is set to draw 40 racers from 15 African countries, promising fierce competition on the track and a chance for...

  • FIM Rally Raid under Branch's radar

    Despite relishing the experience and basking in his moment of triumph, the local motorcycle sensation, Ross Branch harbors ambitions to win other world-class competitions, including the FIM Rally Raid series staged across numerous countries...

  • Branch misses podium finish by a whisker

    Botswana's internationally renowned motorcycle racing sensation, Ross Branch, completed the 2023 Rally du Maroc in a commendable 4th position overall this past Wednesday.This achievement solidified Branch's standing as he finished 4th overall...

  • Orebonye talks life and football

    BG Sport: Good day Teenage can you look back and tell us a bit about your stellar football career, from your time at Township Rollers to OC Khourigba in Morocco, and finally joining ASM Alger in the Algerian professional football league.Orebonye: I...

  • Lobatse drag revs up! ...kick starts clash of the street legal titans this weekend

    Lobatse town is gearing up for an adrenaline-pumping weekend as the much anticipated 'Lobatse Race Wars' drag racing event is set to take place this Saturday. Organized by Basil 'Ryno' Muzangwa, the event promises a thrilling showcase...

  • Teens enroll in Ferrari Academy

    Two young girls from Botswana have earned a once-in-a-lifetime chance to become part of the prestigious Ferrari Academy under the FIA in Italy. Otlotleng Pelompe (13) and senior Sophia Mclaggan (15) emerged as the lucky and deserving winners after...

  • Flying Lions light up Botswana skies

    Aviation enthusiasts were treated to an unforgettable spectacle last week Friday as Puma Energy Botswana proudly welcomed the world-renowned aerobatic display team, the Puma Energy Flying Lions, to Sir Seretse Khama airport in Gaborone. For over two...

  • Toyota Desert Race Returns

    After a long hiatus since 2019, it's time to buckle up for the most exhilarating motorsport event in the continent as the South African Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC) makes its grand return to Botswana with the Toyota Gazoo Racing 1,000 Kalahari...

  • Makwengwe resurrects Holy Ghost

    Relegation candidates and Botswana Football League (BFL) rookies, Holy Ghost have found a messiah-like figure in veteran coach, Philemon Makwengwe. The architect and mastermind of local football has enough material to quickly secure a winning formula...

  • BFA engages Pitch Direct

    Botswana football is set to receive a major boost with the Botswana Football Association (BFA) partnering with Pitch Direct, a UK-based sports marketing agency. Pitch Direct will work with the BFA over the next three years to oversee marketing,...

  • BONA 2027 Bid in Full Swing

    Botswana and Namibia haved upped the ante in their bid to bring the Confederations of African Football (CAF) finals competition to local shores in 2027. Dubbed as BONA 2027, the joint bid has been undergoing an audit of their facilities by Ruben...

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