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Former Botswana National Referee Malepa Passes Away

Feb 18, 2021

Botswana football has been thrown into a state of mourning following the death of former FIFA accredited referee and instructor, Israel Malepa, who passed away on Monday, 15 February 2021. He was 49.

Malepa served football diligently, over the years, having officiated both locally and internationally. As a FIFA accredited referee from 2002 until 2009, he is fondly remembered for undergoing several football assignments at the FIFA, CAF and COSAFA stages. Malepa was elected Botswana Premier League (BPL) referee of the year in 2006.

He also served as a Referees Technical Instructor (FUTURO III instructor) and Referee Assessor (Elite assessor) respectively from 2009 until his untimely demise.

The Botswana Football Association (BFA) sends sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Malepa family, the football fraternity and the nation at large. May his soul rest in eternal peace. #RIPMalepa #WeAreBFA

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CAF C coaching course for coaches in women’s football officially began today, marking the first day of a week-long training program that will run until April 14, 2025, at the Lekidi Football Centre.

Aimed at enhancing the skills of coaches in women’s football, the course has attracted 30 participants from various regions across the country, including areas such as Nhabe, Tsabong, Hukuntsi, Central, and the FRAFA regions. Notably, two of the participants come from the national team: current Mares midfielder Golebaone Selebatso and former Mares defender Lebogang Setereke.

The course, designed to provide in-depth coaching knowledge and technical expertise, is led by experienced instructor Sepheko Motlhagodi. The course is being coordinated by the BFA Women’s Football Development and Grassroots Instructor Ms. Barobi Nwako, ensuring that participants receive top-notch training throughout the program.

The CAF C coaching course aims to empower and upskill local coaches to help elevate women’s football in Botswana, with a special focus on developing the next generation of talent in the sport. By the end of the course, attendees are expected to have gained the essential tools and insights to further their coaching careers and contribute to the growth of women’s football in Botswana.

As the days progress, the participants will be engaging in various sessions, blending theory and practical work, ensuring a well-rounded learning experience that will benefit both the individuals involved and the football community at large.

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