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Oct 4, 2022

The Botswana Football Association, together with the governing body FIFA will be holding a five-day intermediate refereeing course for women.

The course, which is expected to end on Friday 07 October 2022 forms part of the Association’s priorities pertaining to women’s football and development.

According to BFA CEO, Mr. Mfolo Mfolo, the BFA remains committed to growing women football in both player and administrative aspects, and this course, is a testament of this.

Speaking at the official opening which was held at Lekidi Football Centre, the Chairperson of the National Women Football Committee Miss Itsholeng Disang urged the participants to use this opportunity wisely as it is a step in the right direction towards increasing and building capacity in local women football.

According to Itsholeng, today’s event is a huge step in women football development as the training of women referees is a positive sign of inclusiveness and empowerment for women.

“Women football is still at its infancy stage but has managed to make a positive impact in both local and continental competitions. The BFA’s effort to train match officials specific to women was borne from the fact that the women game is evolving and doing well. I encourage you to do your best and always embrace fairness in all matches you are assigned to officiate. You must conduct ethically all the time to allow regions and BFA to run smooth competitions,” she said.

Following completion of this course, the 32 women in attendance will be promoted and certified to officiate at the national first league and premiere league respectfully.

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CAF Head of Safety and Security and BFA President Pay Courtesy Visit to Police Leadership

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.