Botswana National Olympic Committee

MATSHELAGABEDI EMBRACES THE OLYMPIC SPIRIT!

The Botswana National Olympic Committee (BNOC) successfully celebrated Olympic Day 2026 in Matshelagabedi, bringing together the community for a memorable day of movement, inspiration, and celebration.

The day commenced with an energizing warm-up session followed by the Olympic Day Walk, as participants of all ages came together to promote healthy living and the Olympic values of Excellence, Friendship, and Respect.

The celebrations were further enriched by welcoming remarks from community leadership, captivating entertainment performances, and a thought-provoking keynote address by Mr. Glory Dube, who inspired attendees with a powerful message on the role of sport in transforming lives, building communities, and empowering future generations.

We extend our sincere gratitude to all participants, partners, volunteers, and stakeholders whose support made the event a resounding success. Your enthusiasm and commitment continue to demonstrate the unifying power of sport.

Together, we moved, inspired, and celebrated the Olympic spirit! 🇧🇼🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

ODC THAMAGA🔵

OLYMPIC DAY CELEBRATIONS UNDER WAY IN VILLAGE

The Olympic day celebrations are underway in Takatokwane Village. Below are scenes from the Occasion

🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ OLYMPIC DAY CELEBRATIONS 2026

BNOC hosted the ODC Thamaga Edition in collaboration with Thamaga CJSS and the Thamaga community.

The commemoration kicked off with a vibrant 10km Run/Walk, bringing together students and community members in a shared celebration of sport, health, and unity.

This initiative aligns with our mandate of promoting community development through sport while encouraging active lifestyles that support fitness, well-being, and healthy living for all.

CELEBRATING OLYMPIC DAY 2026

Did you know?

Olympic Day is celebrated annually on 23 June to commemorate the founding of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in 1894. It is a global celebration that highlights the power of sport to inspire positive change, promote healthy lifestyles and unite communities around the world.

Olympic Day is built around four key pillars:

🏃 MOVE
Encouraging people of all ages and abilities to be physically active and enjoy the benefits of sport and exercise.

✨ INSPIRE
Promoting the Olympic values of Excellence, Respect and Friendship, while demonstrating the positive impact of sport on society.

🥇 EXPERIMENT
Creating opportunities for people to try new sports, engage with athletes and learn from coaches and sport leaders.

🤝 TOGETHER, FOR A BETTER WORLD
Using sport as a tool to foster inclusion, sustainability, peace and stronger communities across the globe.

As part of the worldwide celebrations, the Botswana National Olympic Committee (BNOC) will bring Olympic Day activities to communities across Botswana:

📍 19 June 2026
• Thamaga Village
• Takatokwane Village

📍 20 June 2026
• Matshelagabedi Village

📍 Selebi-Phikwe
• Date to be confirmed

📍 27 June 2026
• Gaborone

Through these celebrations, BNOC seeks to inspire Batswana to embrace active lifestyles, discover new sporting opportunities and experience the Olympic spirit first hand.

Join us as we celebrate Olympic Day and the power of sport to build a healthier, more inclusive and united Botswana.

CATCH US ON BTV later today!!

Join us in MATSHELAGABEDI as we celebrate the Olympic Movement

Join us in THAMAGA as we celebrate the Olympic Movement!!

JOIN US IN MATSHELAGABEDI!! - OLYMPIC DAY CELEBRATIONS 2026

JOIN US IN TAKATOKWANE!! - OLYMPIC DAY CELEBRATIONS 2026