Africa-Press – Eswatini. This is the chance to convince the authorities on the need for a new stadium and to make a commitment towards ending road accidents in the country. This grand opportunity is provided by the Ingwenyama Cup, sponsored by Sincephetelo Motor Vehicle Accident Fund (SMVAF).
This was revealed on Thursday, during the tournament’s last 16 draw. Premier League of Eswatini (PLE) Chairman Mark Carmichael represented by Hhohho Regional Football Association (HRFA) Chairman Dr Comfort Shongwe urged fans to come in their numbers during the finals to create new possibilities. Shongwe said they had also noted the pressure in social media on the stadium. Fans this week shared stadiums designs they had in mind on Facebook.
“We would like to request teams’ marketing and public relations officers to work hand-in-hand with us in pushing the drive towards filling up Somhlolo, more especially during the finals. This will be a sign to the authorities that the stadium is no longer big enough to contain the numbers, hence the need for a new one,” Shongwe said.
He thanked government for the sportsmanship of allowing the utilisation of Somhlolo, while it was still under rehabilitation. The chairperson said it was of great help and hoped that by the time the finals come, the facelift will be nearing completion.
Commitment
Meanwhile, the Chairperson of the Ingwenyama Cup, Prince Hlangabeza, said it would be a great idea if the campaign was centred on filling up the stadium, as a commitment towards the elimination of road accidents in the country this year.“I’ve heard the wish to fill up the stadium. Wouldn’t it be beautiful, if say, we will fill up the stadium to take an oath that there would be no accidents throughout the year?” he asked.
Meanwhile, SMVAF Chief Executive Officer (CEO) David Myeni said they were delighted by the conduct of fans at stadiums and after games. As the slogan of the tournament goes, ‘avoid the mourning after’, Myeni said there were no road accidents or violent acts involving fans reported from the last 32 matches.
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