BAGAKA BA PELE ON THUSO KHUBAMANG BY DR KELEMOGILE RAMASU

Описание: Thuso Khubamang, famously known by his alias "Scud Missile", is a prominent Motswana former professional boxer, sports promoter, and politician.
Professional Career & Boxing
Khubamang made a name for himself as a professional boxer, training and competing in the United States during his prime.
Scud Missile Promotions: After retiring from active boxing, he founded this local promotion company to manage professional fights and unearth local talent.
Coaching & Mentorship: He has served as a coach for the national team and operates the Dscud Boxing Club in Gaborone.
Major Events: He is a key figure in bringing international boxing titles to Botswana, including hosting World Boxing Federation (WBF) championship fights.
Social Impact & Rehabilitation
Inspired by sports programmes he witnessed in the US, Khubamang launched the Prisons Got Talent initiative (also known as the Prisoners' Boxing Rehabilitation Project).
Rehabilitation: The programme uses sports (primarily boxing), music, and art to rehabilitate inmates and prepare them for life after prison.
Empowerment: He actively advocates for the social reintegration of ex-convicts, donating tools like computers to prisons to improve vocational skills.
Political Involvement
In recent years, Khubamang has transitioned into local politics.
Councillor: He serves as the Councillor for Ledumang Ward in Gaborone.
Community Work: His political work includes facilitating scholarships for youth and advocating for infrastructure improvements like road paving and street lighting in his ward