Botswana Braces for Economic Windfall

Gaborone — In May, the world will watch the fastest athletes pass a baton, with stopwatches and finish lines as their primary target. But for Batswana, the baton being passed is one of economic hope, brighter and more ambitious future.

In the buzz of Gaborone’s morning traffic, Thapelo Gadibolae is already thinking about May. For Gadibolae, a cab driver, the upcoming World Athletics Relays are about a rare and golden opportunity.

“We are excited. A lot of people will definitely use our services….