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International Practice Match
This communique serves to inform members of the media and public that the Senior National Team Zebras will this morning depart to Tanzania to play the Taifa stars (Tanzania national team) in an international practice match.
Tanzania vs. Botswana will be played Uhuru Stadium Dar es-Salaam Saturday 02 September 2017 and kickoff is set for 1700hrs(Botswana time).
Senior National team coach Major David Bright has made an eighteen man selection to take part in the game. The Zebras will arrive in Tanzania this evening, team will train at the match venue tomorrow at the scheduled game time.
Botswana Squad for Tanzania match;
GOALKEEPERS
Mwampule ‘Suleman’ Masule
Anthony ‘Randy’ Gouws
DEFENDERS
Thabang ‘Marco’ Mosige
Simisane ‘Simi’ Mathumo
Lesenya ‘Lee’ Ramoraka
Jackson ‘Jacko’ Lesole
Mosha ‘Fanta’ Gaolaolwe
Edwin ‘Eddie’ Olerile
Katlego ‘Mahoota’ Masole
MIDFIELDERS
Maano ‘Abutrecka’ Ditshupo
Tapiwa ‘Navara’ Gadibolae
Kabelo ‘Skhebo’ Seakanyeng
Alphonso ‘Guttuso’ Modisaotsile
Gift ‘Gippa’ Moyo
Segolame ‘Smarh’ Boy
STRIKERS
Hendrick ‘Djemba’ Moyo
Tumisang ‘Teenage’ Orebonye
Jerome ‘The Big Animal’ Ramatlhakwana
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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.
