The Botswana National Sport Commission held its Annual General Meeting in Gaborone on 28 November 2025. The meeting reinforced the need for honest collaboration and clear accountability across the sport sector. Leaders stressed that progress depends on active participation by all stakeholders.
Representatives from National Sport Associations attended the session. They received a call to remain focused as new policies and laws move through the system. These include the BNSC Act Review and the Anti-Doping Bill. Both instruments aim to strengthen structures that guide Botswana sport. They also aim to raise standards in athlete development and federation management.
The Minister of Sport and Arts, Honourable Jacob Kelebeng, recognised this year’s achievements. Botswana secured two gold medals at World Athletics. The nation qualified for WAFCON and AFCON 2025. It also won the bid to host the World Relays in 2026. These results show steady growth in performance and leadership at global level.
The meeting also addressed one persistent concern. Doping cases continue to rise. Officials encouraged members of the public to report possible corruption or malpractice. This includes cases involving athletes or officials in any structure. The message was clear. Clean sport depends on active reporting and strong oversight.
The Minister noted that his office cannot intervene in doping matters. This follows the rules of the World Anti-Doping Code. Responsibility belongs to independent bodies that manage testing and compliance. This limits the Minister’s ability to act directly, but it protects the credibility of the system.
The AGM closed with a shared commitment to stronger governance and improved performance. Botswana aims to build a sport sector that is accountable, competitive, and ready for future global events.
