Sun, 25 Dec 2016 10:57:24 +0000 By GRACE CHAILE GOVERNMENT is adamant to host the 2017 under-20 Africa Cup Championship because it will also benefit the Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), says sports minister Moses Mawere. Maware said preparations to host the tournament scheduled for February 26 to March 12 next year, would not only advertise Zambia to the continent but also benefit small local businesses. He said football was a business and if good strategies were put in place, it could could bring revenue to the nation. “The ministry of Sports is working together with cooperating partners to ensure the under-20 Africa Cup of Nations is a success. This tournament will not only be beneficial to the well-known business entities but trickle down to SMEs,” he said. He encouraged SMEs to put their businesses in order to attract international delegates. “I call on all SMEs to rebrand their products to attract foreign visitors. […]
Govt adamant to host the 2017 u-20 Africa Cup Championship
