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BFA CEO Taylor in conversation with Mark Gleeson

May 18, 2021

Johannesburg, South Africa — Botswana Football Association (BFA) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Goabaone G. Taylor was recently featured in the COSAFA podcast-episode 21 dubbed, The COSAFA show, hosted by veteran journalist and commentator, Mark Gleeson.

Gleeson congratulated Taylor on holding the highest office in Botswana footballing matters. In the interview, Taylor shares her track record in the corporate space in Botswana, managing to have a career both in broadcasting and telecommunications, two of the prominent aspects of modern-day football.

“I think my experience will come plenty to aspects of contractual issues. BFA is looking to commercialize and bring best aspects to football and I think I will be best placed to execute and achieve all the set mandates.”

“As the first women CEO of the BFA, I think it will open more opportunities for women, even the BFA is tremendously improving in women football,” added Taylor.

The BFA CEO has hit the ground running as she been engaging with the secretariat involving all personnel and national teams. She recently met with the national women’s team whilst in camp.

“I have shared my 100 days of my tenure in office, there will be change and the workers of the BFA know that there is a new leader who will need the trust of the secretariat to support the vision of the BFA,” said Taylor.

Taylor said the Botswana FA has also put forward guidelines to the government as they prepare to return to play.

Taylor acknowledged the possibility of Botswana hosting the inaugural women’s club championships, noting that she will add it as one of her first milestones of her tenure in office.

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In a significant gesture of collaboration and partnership, Dr. Christian Emeruwa, the Head of Safety and Security for the Confederation of African Football (CAF), along with Botswana Football Association (BFA) President Mr. Tariq T. Babitseng and BFA Chief Operations Officer Mr. Kago Mosinyi, paid a courtesy visit to the Botswana Police Service. The visit aimed to strengthen the relationship between the two organizations, focusing on the integral role that the police play in ensuring the safety and security of all BFA competitions.

During the visit, the delegation met with integral pool of experts a group of key police leaders, who are central to the successful execution of security operations at football events across the country. Among those present were prominent members of the Botswana Police Service, including Mr. Katlholo Mosimanegape, Deputy Commissioner of Police, and several senior officers.

These included Senior Assistant Commissioner Antony Wally (Director of Operations), Senior Assistant Commissioner Godfrey Phonchi (Commander, SSG), Senior Assistant Commissioner Boeletswe Gobotswang (Director, Departmental Services), Senior Assistant Commissioner Reginald Matlhaba (Divisional Commander, South Central), Senior Assistant Commissioner Mudongo Chitutu (Director, Crime Intelligence), and Assistant Commissioner Christopher B. Ndlovu (Deputy Director of Traffic).

The meeting was focused on discussing the coordination and support provided by the police in delivering effective safety and security measures during BFA matches, as well as future collaboration on upcoming projects. The visit highlighted the importance of this partnership in ensuring smooth and secure football matches for both players and spectators.

Both Dr. Emeruwa and Mr. Babitseng expressed their gratitude for the continued cooperation and commitment of the Botswana Police Service in safeguarding the integrity of football events and ensuring the safety of all involved.