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Date Set for Play-Off Match

Further reference is made to all media statements on the outstanding play-off match between Mochudi Centre Chiefs and Township Rollers to conclude the 2015/16 beMOBILE Premiership season.

The Botswana Football Association (BFA) is happy to announce that the play-off match between Mochudi Centre Chiefs and Township Rollers will finally be played on Saturday 23rd July 2016 at the Francistown Sports Complex.

The decision followed a meeting between the concerned parties; i.e. the Botswana National Sports Commission (BNSC), the BFA, the Botswana Premier League (BPL) and the two clubs; Mochudi Centre Chiefs and Township Rollers held at the BNSC offices yesterday, Tuesday 12th July 2016.

The BFA wishes to thank all the parties for their commitment to bringing the 2015/16 season to its conclusive end by making it possible for this important match to be played. In the same measure, the BFA urges the football loving community, the media and Batswana at large to support this important match in whatever ways possible to bring closure to the 2015/16 season and pave way for the 2016/17 season.

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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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