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BFA restructures operations

Apr 29, 2021

The Botswana Football Association (BFA) has taken a decision to restructure the Secretariat, mainly to align to best practices that can improve operational efficiencies and effectiveness. The restructuring exercise is expected to result in a simplified yet professional functional structure. This is process that was started as far back as 2015, and revisited several times in 2017, 2018 and the earlier part of 2021, and in March to be precise.

“The process has involved determining areas to restructure, in terms of fit for purpose organisational processes, functions as well as cost structures. In the short term, corrective action is being taken to ensure continuity during this process while consultations and calculations and securing of separation packages is being looked in to. Thereafter, implementation of the restructuring will be effected and results evaluated over time,” said BFA Chief Executive Officer, Goabaone G. Taylor.

The BFA’s decision to embark on this exercise is well within the principles of Organisational Restructuring which focus on transformation of either or both structure, processes, and people.

To make the Association sustainable, Taylor said a few structural deficiencies that needed attention were determined as follows;

– A need to re-organise the High-Level Functional Structure

– Manpower planning to align with Human Capital requirements

– Job Analysis and Evaluation

“The BFA vision is to be a self-sustaining professional organisation of excellence. There is need for financial independence and the ability to generate own revenue that can be put to good use as we continue to grow the Association,” the CEO added.

The development of Football remains at the core of the Association to create a well organised and properly functioning body that abides by the rules and regulations that guide operations for the success of the organisation.

The Football Industry has the potential to promote investment and thus create employment and related opportunities to the country.

“We have been on a multi-year journey to transform our organization,” said BFA President, Maclean Letshwiti. “The changes in our operating model will shift our focus to become more professional and put performance closer to our stakeholders while prioritizing football development and a disciplined modernization framework. As we implement these changes, we’re continuing to evolve our organization, which will include significant changes in the structure of our workforce.”

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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.