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THE GERMAN EMBASSY DONATES BALLS TO BFA

The German Embassy in Botswana donated 20 soccer balls to the Botswana Football Association (BFA).
 
The handover ceremony took place on May 15, 2023 at the Lekidi Football Centre. The ambassador Her Excellency Mrs. Margit Hellwig – Botte was present at the ceremony with BFA CEO Mr. Mfolo Mfolo, the BFA Technical Director (TD) Mr. Tshepo Mphukuthi, BFA referees manager Mr Phodiso Rasetsoga and The regional coordinator also the private secretary to the BFA president Mr. Spencer Mmui among others.
 
Speaking during the handover ceremony, Mr. Mfolo who received the donation expressed his gratitude towards the donation and hope this friendship in the field of sport will further strengthen and create more cooperation opportunities between the German embassy and the association.
 
“We want to give these balls as donations to BFA for the youth, for young people at marginalized areas of the country where there is less development”, said Hellwig – Botte

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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.

 

 

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