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Dr Motsepe Poised for CAF Presidency

Mar 10, 2021

ICYMI: South Africa’s Dr. Patrice Motsepe appears all but assured of becoming Confederation of African Football (CAF) President after Jacques Anouma, Augustin Senghor and Ahmed Yahya all agreed to withdraw and support his candidacy recently.

The agreement to support Motsepe’s candidacy had been secured in Rabat, which will host the CAF Presidential election this week; where the BFA President, Maclean Letshwiti is also seeking to become an executive committee member of CAF, at the much-anticipated Elective Congress slated for Friday, March 12, 2021 in Casablanca, Morocco.

“This is my first time running for the position, and now more than ever, I think it’s time…it’s time to bring in new ideas, new faces, progressive thinking, and most importantly, progressive action,” said Letshwiti in January 2021.

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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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