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Tafic player, Kangangwani, has passed away

It is with great sadness and sorrow that the BFA has received the passing of Tafic SC player Molebatsi Kangangwani who died tragically in a car accident on Independence Day.

The BFA wishes the family of the deceased strength and space to deal with the news, and to send off their son in a respectful manner.

The BFA will work closely with the family and TAfic to see to it that Molebatsi is sent off well. In line with our custom and tradition when a player has passed on, the BFA President-Maclean Letshwiti has instruct immediately a moment of silence at all official football matches around the country, until Molebatsai has been buried.

Further, my office is concerned with the number of players who have passed away in recent months due to various causes particularly car accidents, and the now common coarse of death in sport, heart problems.

The football world needs to look at how to curb these latest developments which have cost football a great deal of talent.

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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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