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BFA Referees’ Division undergoes CAF assessors training course

Apr 23, 2021

The Botswana Football Association (BFA) Referees’ Division has joined their counterparts from the Confederations of African Football (CAF) and Confederation of Southern African Football Associations (COSAFA), by attending a furtherance of a Virtual Masterclass Instructors workshops. The event, dubbed CAF Assessors’ training course is conducted by the COSAFA Referees Manager who is also a member of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Referees Committee and a FIFA Technical Instructor Felix Tangawarima and Alian Lim Kim Chong for all match officials in the COSAFA region respectively.

There are five Botswana Technical Instructors who have been selected to undergo the 6-months drill as well as further train for the CAF assessor positions. The five include BFA referees manager, Phodiso Jonti Rasetshoga, the FUTURO 3 trained instructors; namely Dikarabo Ramadubu, Gaontebale Malete, Elijah Masitha and Yvonne Letota respectively.

The selected joined other regional instructors in producing teaching material to be used for the COSAFA referees. The online course is expected to enhance the knowledge of the instructors as well as help them to have a firm understanding of the game.

The BFA Referees Manager, Rasetshoga has expressed excitement over the new development, hailing the project as a step in the right direction, as it aims to equip the match officials with the latest regulations that will further improve their match officiating duties and procedures.

“This course will help us develop as the BFA referees’ department. It will also further help us translate our skills into practice from all the syllabuses we are learning together from our counterparts in the region, its progress we have long wanted, and it has come at the right time when there is no footballing action. The officials will have more time to put this into practice respectively,” said Rasetshoga.

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The Botswana Football Association (BFA) is proud to announce the appointment of Mr. Morena Ramoreboli as the new Head Coach of the Zebras. This marks an exciting new chapter for Botswana football, as the men’s and women’s national teams recently achieved historic qualifications for the prestigious Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2025 – only the second time both teams have qualified in the same year.

Mr. Ramoreboli brings over a decade of top-level coaching experience and holds a CAF A license. His accomplishments include winning two Botswana Premier League titles and securing two CAF Champions League qualifications with Jwaneng Galaxy, achieving significant victories against teams like Orlando Pirates and Wydad Athletic Club. His familiarity with many of Botswana’s players from his time at the club level ensures a seamless transition into his new role.

The BFA has set clear targets for Mr. Ramoreboli, including progressing beyond the group stages at AFCON 2025, collecting at least 12 points in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, qualifying for CHAN 2026, and winning the 2025 COSAFA Senior Men’s Challenge. Additionally, improving Botswana’s FIFA ranking to the top 30 in Africa is a key objective.

To achieve these goals, the BFA is committed to providing the necessary resources and support for the Zebras. The Association also calls on all Batswana to rally behind Mr. Ramoreboli and the national teams. Fans are encouraged to attend matches and create an electrifying atmosphere during the World Cup qualifiers. Plans are underway to make travel packages available for supporters to cheer on the teams in Morocco for the Women’s AFCON and in December for the men’s AFCON.

The BFA also appeals to the media to play an active role in building excitement and uniting the nation behind the Zebras and Mares. A collaborative committee will be formed to drive fan engagement and ensure widespread support.

“We are confident that with Mr. Ramoreboli’s vision, experience, and leadership, the Zebras will achieve great success. With unity and the unwavering support of the nation, there is no limit to what we can accomplish,” said the BFA President.