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Regulations On Working With Intermediaries

It occurs that in 2009, the 59th FIFA Congress decided to embark on an in-depth reform of the existing players’ agents system in order to address several shortfalls that had been identified with the licensing system established by the FIFA Players’ Agents Regulations. Some consultations and engagements within the FIFA structures were in embarked upon, to which end the 64th FIFA Congress adopted a resolution to replace the then existing Players’ Agents Regulations with the new regulation on Working with Intermediaries; the objective of which was:

“To maintain the integrity of the sport of football by promoting and safeguarding considerably high ethical standards in the relations between players, clubs and third parties; and thus live up to good governance and financial responsibility principles”.

The new regulations came into force on 1st April 2015. For the Botswana Football Association (BFA) to comply with the new regulations, it has to:

  • Conclude intermediary regulations;
  • Set minimum standards for the entry level to be an intermediary, including the fees;
  • Roll the whole initiative to the delegates during the Annual General Assembly (AGA);
  • Communicate the whole process through the media to the public for enrolment;

Given that the new regulations were passed way back in 2014, Botswana is clearly running behind in meeting this obligation, and has to recover the lost time in order to comply.  In recognition of this fact, the BFA wishes to extend an invitation to all stakeholders to attend a consultative workshop to draft regulations on Working with Intermediaries; notably the following:

  • The BPL Board of Governors
  • Four (4) representatives of the National First Division – South
  • Four (4) representatives of the National First Division – North
  • The Four (4) Block representatives
  • Two (2) representatives of the Footballers’ Union Botswana (FUB)
  • Registered local players’ agents.
  • Three (3) members of the BFA Secretariat
  • Two (2) members of the BPL Secretariat

The workshop will be held on Saturday 9th July 2016 at the Lekidi Football Centre Auditorium, starting from 08h30.  Accommodation will be provided at the Lekidi Football Centre Hostels for those who come from outside the radius of 50 meters from Gaborone.

The identified stakeholders are requested to complete the attached form by end of business on Monday 4th July 2016 to assist the BFA office to conclude the necessary logistics.  Accommodation will only be provided for those who confirmed their attendance within the deadline.

Those who need further clarity pertaining to the foregoing are at liberty to contact the BFA office for the attention of the Competition or Executive offices.

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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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