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BFA announces an Exciting Charter of Developments
The President of Botswana Football Association Mr Maclean Letshwiti shared his vision for the BFA in the upcoming months.
The BFA, under the trusted astute leadership of Mr Maclean Letshwiti, places corporate governance and professionalism at a high premium and therefore we wish to emphasise that the principles of accountability, fairness, responsibility and transparency will be placed at the centre of all projects undertaken by the association. It is therefore also a priority of the association to share our vision.
- The BFA in conjunction with FIFA (the world governing body of football) has formally reviewed all internal structures and amended the BFA constitution and existing handbooks to ensure FIFA Compliance. The formalising of club licensing is at the core of this project ensuring Good Corporate Governance in line with the FIFA Statutes.
- It is also of utmost importance for the BFA to ensure that youth development is prioritised. There are exciting projects currently underway that will not only benefit the youth of the country but will also positively influence the quality of football in future generations.
- For football to grow in Botswana, it is crucial for the BFA to continue on its path of commercialising football. The BFA will ensure that the economic benefits associated with professional football is effectively utilised and benefits all structures under the BFA’s auspices. The BFA is making significant strides in obtaining additional revenue streams and wishes to ensure the footballing fraternity that these funds will be managed by the association in line with Good Corporate Governance.
The future is bright, we need patience and support of all stakeholder to ensure our responsibility as custodians of football in Botswana is achieved…Watch this space for continual updates.
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Botswana and Algeria Strengthen Sports Ties, with Football Development in Focus
Francistown, Botswana – The Honourable Minister of Sport & Arts, Mr. Jacob Kelebeng, recently welcomed a courtesy visit from Honourable Walid Sadi, Algeria’s Minister of Youth & Sports, along with His Excellency Ambassador Abdelmalek Tigharhar of Algeria.
The discussions centered on fostering collaboration between the two nations in sports development, with particular emphasis on Paralympics, football, boxing, and athletics. This engagement presents valuable opportunities for Botswana to benefit from Algeria’s advanced sporting infrastructure, training programs, and technical expertise.
As part of the visit, Honourable Sadi also met with BFA President Mr. Tariq Babitseng, alongside Minister Kelebeng. Discussions highlighted Algeria’s well-established football development structures, coaching programs, and talent identification pathways, which could serve as a benchmark for Botswana’s football growth strategy.
BFA President Emphasizes Football Development
Speaking on the significance of the engagement, BFA President Mr. Tariq Babitseng expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, noting that Botswana stands to gain valuable insights from Algeria’s football model.
“Football development remains a key priority for the BFA, and this engagement allows us to benchmark against one of Africa’s leading football nations. Algeria’s structured approach to grassroots football, coaching development, and high-performance training presents a great learning opportunity for Botswana. We are excited about the potential collaborations that will enhance our football structures and elevate the sport in the country,” said Babitseng.
The Minister was accompanied by Permanent Secretary Ms. Nancy Chengeta of the Ministry of Sport & Arts (MOSA), along with key sports leadership figures, including:
✅ BNSC Chairperson: Mr. Marumo Morule
✅ BNSC CEO: Mr. Tuelo D. Serufho
✅ BNSC Executive Management
✅ Botswana Football Association (BFA) Executives
✅ Various dignitaries and stakeholders
The BFA remains committed to building strategic international partnerships that contribute to the growth, professionalization, and long-term sustainability of football in Botswana.
