Central Gauteng Athletics (CGA) hosted a successful CGA AGM, which was held on March 6 at the Recreation Hall in Germiston Stadium.
CGA President James Moloi addressed several issues that were outlined including the overview of administrative office activities, challenges and most importantly some of the achievements during the year 2020 under review.
A moment of silence was observed to honour all the members lost in the fight again the Covid-19 pandemic and a special mention of the two national technical officials they lost during this period.
The president reported on the activities, which the province implemented, to mitigate the effects of Covid-19 impact on members, especially during the hard lockdown.
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This included the outreach programmes of distributing over 200 food packs to less fortunate athletes and coaches.
“Covid-19 impact was also felt by the clubs who organise races, however, as the province, we encouraged members to keep the sport relevant through participation in approved virtual races.
“CGA will be engaging with race organisers to see how to assist in ensuring that road running resume participation. It was reported that track and field have managed to host five leagues since the start of the pandemic and a very successful Cross Country Trials in January 2021,” said Moloi.
“The announcement of Tsogo Sun Hotels sponsorship for three years provides hope to members, as the sponsorship will assist in ensuring that we send teams to national championships to represent the province,” said Moloi.
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Other CGA sponsors and partners were acknowledged and thanked for their continuous support even during these challenging times. These included Ricoh, Coca Cola Beverage SA, Nike SA, National Lottery, Tsogo Sun and Qatar Airways, Spar South Rand.
CGA external auditors confirmed that although Covid-19 impacts are felt through a reduced income from race levies, the organisation has managed to relatively reduce expenses for the period under review.
The audited financial report was presented by Ishmael Sebetoane of MWRK Accountants and Auditors who was very impressed with the internal controls in place at CGA.
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