John Kameta. He has called for talks between the government and Sportpesa to reinstate sponsorship deals. [Photo/nation.co.ke]
John Kameta, president of Boxing Association of Kenya, has decried the poor communication from the government with regard to the way forward after Sportpesa canceled sponsorship to local sports.
Kameta now wants the government through the ministry of Sports, to reach out to the federations affected and guide them on the way forward, as Sportpesa’s withdrawal has forced them to go back to the drawing board, even as most of them prepare to participate in different competitions this year.
The Boxing Association Saturday picked a total of 14 boxers to participate in this year’s Commonwealth games, but it has expressed fears that the athletes will not be able to participate in buildup matches ahead of the games.