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One on one with BPL CEO in Russia

Q: Please explain the program you are going under
A: It is a Conference organized by the Higher School of Economics, considered to be the best university in Russia, the International Center for Sports Studies, that organizes de FIFA Master, well known as the best sports post-grad course in the world and the FIFA Master Alumni Association with the support of the Football Union of Russia.

The intentions of the program?
We discuss current trends in developing the worldwide sports industry, sports governance, technology and well as  innovation.

Who else is attending?
The event will gather representatives from international sporting organizations, leading experts on sports and the heads of international and national football federations, leagues and clubs.

How will attending benefit Botswana and the Botswana premier league office?
It will benefit the Premier League and Botswana Football in a big way coz my participation as one of the panelists raises places BPL in a very prestigious position within the world of sports, raising its awareness and improving our international profile, which can be instrumental for attracting sponsors. Also, I will interact and share ideas with the other panelists and participants. Learning and networking.

Countries and number of people?
All the five continents will be represented with more than 100 countries

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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.

 

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