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Tebogo gifted new home worth Ksh22 million after Olympics heroics [VIDEO]
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The 200m champion toured his newly completed three-bedroom residence, valued at $170,000 (over Ksh22 million).
Botswana’s sprint sensation and Olympic gold medalist, Letsile Tebogo, has officially been handed the keys to a brand-new house, a major reward from the government for his historic triumph at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
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The Botswana Athletics Association (BAA) confirmed on Tuesday, 10 December, that the 200m champion toured his newly completed three-bedroom residence, valued at $170,000 (over Ksh22 million).
The home was fully funded by the state as part of efforts to honour his groundbreaking achievement on the global stage.
According to the federation, the house was constructed from scratch by Time Projects, with Tebogo playing an active role in the process.
He personally selected both the location and the architectural design of the home, an investment the BAA described as an enduring legacy project for the young champion.
Construction began soon after an October groundbreaking ceremony attended by senior sports officials, marking the start of a meaningful and lasting tribute to his excellence.
Tebogo’s heroics in Paris went beyond his 200m gold medal. He also ran a crucial leg in Botswana’s men’s 4x400m relay team, which powered to a silver medal finish.
For this achievement, the government announced that each relay team member, including Tebogo, received a two-bedroom apartment, which they have already occupied.
The incentive package was jointly delivered by the Ministry of Sports and Arts, the Botswana National Sports Commission (BNSC), and the Botswana National Olympic Committee (BNOC).
Officials described the rewards as a clear demonstration of the government’s continued commitment to celebrating and rewarding sporting excellence.
They expressed optimism that Tebogo’s story, and the tangible appreciation shown, will inspire young athletes eyeing success at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games and future editions.
Several dignitaries graced the handover ceremony, among them Minister of Sports and Arts Jacob Kelebeng, BNSC Chairperson Marumo Morule, and BNOC President Tshepo Sitale.
Tebogo’s family was also present, with the BAA noting that the occasion was a collective pride and unity shared across Botswana’s sporting fraternity.
The 22-year-old cemented his place in history at the Paris Olympics after storming to victory in the 200m final with an African record of 19.46 seconds. He outpaced American Kenneth Bednarek, who clocked 19.62, while four-time world champion Noah Lyles settled for bronze in 19.70.
