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Jun 28, 2022

Fans will be able to take in the splendor of the HOLLYWOODBETS COSAFA CUP 2022 with stadiums open to spectators for the competition that is to be staged in Durban from July 5-17, providing a long-awaited chance to support their national sides live on the big stage.

And the best part of all is that entrance to the venues will be absolutely FREE!

The last edition of the regional showpiece tournament in 2021 was held behind closed doors due to the COVID-19 pandemic, while there was no edition at all in 2020 following the lockdown regulations in place at the time.

So it will be the first opportunity since the hugely successful 2019 competition in Durban that fans will be able to watch COSAFA Cup games live, and the first time the likes of Bafana Bafana will be able to have a full stadium on home soil since the start of the pandemic.

There will be three venues used during the competition, the King Zwelithini Stadium in Umlazi, the Princess Magogo Stadium in KwaMashu and the iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium that was used extensively during the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Fans will be able to collect tickets on a first come, first served basis at the match venues one day prior to the games being played. For a full list of the fixtures, please click here.

On match day, tickets can be collected from the sports centres at the three venues.

A relaxation of COVID-19 restrictions by the South African government means there are no longer any vaccination or PCR test requirements to enter venues for fans and the media alike.

And for those around the Southern African region who cannot be at the stadium, matches will be broadcast live by SuperSport, selected games will be on SABC Sport and matches will also be live-streamed around the world on COSAFA.TV.

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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.