Gaborone Wheelchair Challenge

03/09/2024

Did you miss the Inaugural Gaborone Wheelchair Challenge?

Worry not, watch this video to see how the event unfolded.

31/08/2024

9 days to go.. o tlaabo o le kae re le ko Thuto Boswa Charity run ka di 7 September 2024. O santse ona le tshono ya go i kwadisa...
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29/08/2024

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22/08/2024

Highlights from the Inaugural Gaborone Wheelchair Challenge.

12/08/2024

On August 10, 2024, Botswana Council for the Disabled staged a monumental athletics showpiece catered for persons with disabilities. The inaugural Gaborone Wheelchair Challenge was held over the weekend at the University of Botswana's Basketball courts area, welcoming more than a 100 athletes from all across Botswana & other participants from 3 SADC countries, representing Zimbabwe, Namibia & Mozambique.

Batswana came out in their numbers to support this incredibly inspirational wheelchair cycling event which was intended to provide a platform to celebrate athletes with disabilities; to empower them, and to be a breeding ground for the development of athletes who aspire to represent Botswana & their countries of birth at future Paralympic games. The Challenge provided an opportunity for athletes & similarly for spectators to network as well as to take absolute pride in PWD's expression of determination & a magnificent commitment to give credence to the saying that *"disability is not inability".* The Wheelchair Challenge had various categories, such as the non-competitive 5km fun run & competitive categories such as the 10km, 21km & 42km races. BCD's member organizations came out to support this great cause by setting up stalls that exhibited their services & products to the public. Also present were our generous sponsors who pitched up stalls at the Wheelchair Challenge.

This event demonstrated Botswana Council for the Disabled’s mission to ensure that there is full participation by persons with disabilities in sports and further underscored the Council's commitment to elevating and enhancing visibility within disability sports.

See you again next year second week of August 2025. Be ready to register for next year's event.

This event was sponsored by:
O3 Beverages
Bidii Yetu
Ore unit
Botswana Oil Limited
Okavango Diamond Company
Yarona FM
Tsogo Spa
Botswana Investment and Trade Centre
Botswana Development Corporation Limited
All Night Security Services
Golden Door Sports Agency
Carerra Holdings
Time Projects
Sarona Physiotherapy Clinic
Alpha Direct Insurance Co.

08/08/2024

CONGRATS LETSILE TEBOGO...CONGRATS BOTSWANA... CONGRATS AFRICA

200m Olympics Champion ❤️

07/08/2024

MEDIA INVITATION-PRESS CONFERENCE-GABORONE WHEELCHAIR CHALLENGE

On August 10, 2024, the Botswana Council for the Disabled will host the inaugural Gaborone Wheelchair Challenge, featuring both competitive and non-competitive categories, including 42km and 21km hand cycling races, wheelchair races, and a 10km wheelchair race. Additionally, the 5km fun push/run/walk category which is designed to highlight the principles of self-determination, inclusion, support, and diversity—values that are essential for promoting the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities.

The objectives of the Gaborone Wheelchair Challenge are:

·To celebrate Botswana's progress in developing a policy framework that promotes the mainstreaming and inclusion of persons with disabilities in the national development agenda, as exemplified by the National Disability Policy 2021 and the Persons with Disability Act 2024.

·To encourage participation in sports and provide athletes with disabilities the opportunity to advance into competitive and rewarding sports careers.

·To use this event as a platform for advocacy, lobbying for increased resources and support to address historic disparities in education, employment, healthcare, and other critical socio-economic areas, thereby improving the quality of life for persons with disabilities.

We would therefore like to invite you to the press briefing set for Thursday 8th August 2024, at 10 AM to be held at the Botswana Council for the Disabled offices. We look forward to seeing you soon. For more information contact Public Relations at +267 72894216/3973599 or email: [email protected].

Your attendance and coverage will be highly appreciated.

07/08/2024

2 DAYS TO GO

The Inaugural Gaborone Wheelchair Challenge

05/08/2024

Don't miss out on the year's most unforgettable experience.

The Gaborone Wheelchair Challenge is on for August 10 at the UB Basketball courts, from 5am to 4pm. BCD cordially invites you to join us on the day to support & celebrate the incredible efforts of athletes with disabilities.

Let's make this day a massive success by converging in large numbers at the venue.

Let's go!

26/07/2024

GABORONE WHEELCHAIR CHALLENGE DATES MOVED TO AUGUST 10, 2024.

A very good afternoon registered athletes, administrators and supporters of the Gaborone Wheelchair Challenge.

The event has been moved to August 10 due to collision with the National Police Day which will be held at the National Stadium on August 3. Wheelchair Challenge needs Police officers in all junctions and continuous monitoring of the track. We had to move the date by week so that we can have the undivided attention of Botswana Police.

I apologize for the inconvenience caused, however i believe we rendered the apology well in time for you to be able to work on your travel schedules. Especially those coming outside Botswana and from Districts far from Gaborone.

We are committed to giving you the best Botswana experience while in Botswana.

Those who need official letters communication the changes, please contact BCD Public Relations office:
+267 72894 216 (mobile)
+267 3973599 (office)
[email protected]

Looking forward to meeting you all Saturday August 10.

Its going to be epic.....

24/07/2024

Count down is on!!!
Have you registered already? If you haven't registered contact BCD Public Relations Office +267 397 3599/72894216 (whatsapp), email [email protected].

Follow Gaborone Wheelchair Challenge page for more updates.
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22/07/2024

BOOK A STALL AT THE GABORONE WHEELCHAIR CHALLENGE AND DISABILITY OPEN DAY

DATE: August 3, Venue: University Of Botswana

STALLS – To promote your products and services - BWP 2500 (3x3m)Come join us on the day packed with activities, from 42km hand cycle races to music and educational program on inclusion and diversity.

A day to learn and celebrate milestones achieved by Botswana (Parliament ratified the UNCRPD 2021, Approved Revised Disability Policy 2021 and Approved the Persons with Disabilities ACT 2024). Join the Disability fraternity in celebrating this milestone.

If you want to book a stall contact BCD Public Relations on 397 3599/ 72 894 216 and ask to speak to Baleseng or Gotlhe. Email: [email protected]