BOTSWANA, ZAMBIA, AND NIGERIA SET SIGHTS ON THE 2023 WORLD ATHLETIC CHAMPIONSHIPS

Misheck Kumwenda

@Misheck Kumwenda

8:47 AM • August 13, 2023

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Team Botswana's roster for the highly anticipated 2023 World Championships has been officially unveiled, following in the footsteps of Nigeria and several other athletic associations across Africa who are ready to send their best athletes to the upcoming Budapest World Championships this month. As expected, all eyes are on the accomplished Letsile Tebogo, who is leading Botswana's team heading to Budapest. Tebogo, a standout performer, is ready to shine as he takes on the challenge of competing in both the 100m and 200m events. In a separate story, Muzala Samukonga, Zambia's fastest sprinter, recently underwent a comprehensive evaluation after suffering an injury. His participation in the upcoming world tournament depends on the outcome of his medical assessment, and the sporting community is eagerly awaiting these results. The global spotlight now focuses on the upcoming World Athletics Championships, which is a historic moment for Zambia with three confirmed athletes besides Samukonga. Nigeria, on the other hand, leads the way with a representation of more than five athletes, while Botswana further solidifies its presence on the grand stage of athletic competition. Excitement is building as these nations prepare to make a lasting impact at the 2023 World Athletics Championships.

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