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๐—–๐—›๐—”๐—ก ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฎ ๐—ค๐—จ๐—”๐—Ÿ๐—œ๐—™๐—œ๐—˜๐—ฅ๐—ฆ: Botswana’s senior national team, the Zebras, suffered a 1-0 first leg defeat to Madagascar in the African Nations Championship Cup (CHAN) at the Obed Itani Chilume Stadium on Saturday (August 27).
 
It took the Bareas’ of Madagascar just 18 minutes to collect the maximum points away from home as Razanakoto Tsilavina netted at the back of Goitseone Phoko on the 18th minute to get all done and dusted.
 
โ€œThe plan was executed properly and ball retention and reaction after losing possession was patriotic even though we conceded the goalโ€, said Coach Mogomotsi Mpote at Post-match interview with the journalists.
 
The two teams will meet again in the second leg encounter on the 2nd of September at Kianja Barea Mahamasina Stadium, Madagascar.

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Botswana and Algeria Strengthen Sports Ties, with Football Development in Focus

Francistown, Botswana โ€“ The Honourable Minister of Sport & Arts, Mr. Jacob Kelebeng, recently welcomed a courtesy visit from Honourable Walid Sadi, Algeriaโ€™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 Algeriaโ€™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 Algeriaโ€™s well-established football development structures, coaching programs, and talent identification pathways, which could serve as a benchmark for Botswanaโ€™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 Algeriaโ€™s football model.

“Football development remains a key priority for the BFA, and this engagement allows us to benchmark against one of Africaโ€™s leading football nations. Algeriaโ€™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:

โœ… BNSC Chairperson: Mr. Marumo Morule

โœ… BNSC CEO: Mr. Tuelo D. Serufho

โœ… BNSC Executive Management

โœ… Botswana Football Association (BFA) Executives

โœ… 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.

 

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