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Rakgare Calls COSAFA to Support BONA 2027

May 16, 2022

Botswana Sports Minister Hon. Tumiso Rakgare calls on the Confederation of Southern Africa Football associations (COSAFA) to support the Botswana- Namibia 2027 Africa Cup of Nations hosting bid.

Rakgare revealed these at BONA 2027 AFCON Bid dinner hosted in Windhoek, Namibia ahead of the COSAFA Annual General Meeting .

The joint bid to host Africa’s prestigious football tournament is christened BONA 2027 for Botswana and Namibia.

Rakgare had highlighted that hosting the 2027 AFCON will give the COSAFA region a new lease of life.

” This is not a bid for Botswana or for Namibia but for the rest of the COSAFA region. We are calling on your support when the time comes for the decisions on this matter. We want to count on your support, as this will indeed help the region to grow”, he said.

Namibian Sports Minister Agnes Tjongarero giving her keynote address also called on the regional football bloc to rally behind the BONA 2027 AFCON

Rakgare further noted that the two governments will before the end of May 2022 announce their joint-bid team.

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BFA Welcomes New Zebras Head Coach, Morena Ramoreboli

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.