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FIFA fund BFA’s P4 million project

Sep 26, 2017

Due to weather conditions and the severe drought that hit the country, Lekidi football field became a challenge to maintain. The drought led to water restrictions and which affected the grass and rendered the ground unusable. TODAY, This is all about to change courtesy of FIFA Forward Development Program under the new leadership of FIFA, President Gianni Infantino.

From TODAY, BFA will start the transformation of the grass Lekidi football. The project is to revive our old playing natural turf field, which was also a FIFA grant, into an artificial ground. This Project is also a grant from FIFA, and the 4th FIFA funded project for BFA worth about Pula 4 million.

The Technical Team will now be fully engaged as BFA will come alive with football activities such as grassroots and youth development programs for both boys and girls. BFA welcomes the FIFA’s help in turning Lekidi Technical Centre into a centre of excellence that it is intended to be.

“Today, September 26th 2017, will mark the start of work on the pitch and we expect our contracted company Artificial Grass Africa to deliver the project in the next latest in January 2018 but should be completed in December 2017, ” said Tumo Mpatane, spokesperson of BFA.

He said this project will empower the locals and create jobs for Batswana, stating that 75% of the employees will come from Botswana.

BFA hopes spread such projects in the future to across the country and the four blocks of the Association.

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BFA Welcomes New Zebras Head Coach, Morena Ramoreboli

The Botswana Football Association (BFA) is proud to announce the appointment of Mr. Morena Ramoreboli as the new Head Coach of the Zebras. This marks an exciting new chapter for Botswana football, as the men’s and women’s national teams recently achieved historic qualifications for the prestigious Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2025 – only the second time both teams have qualified in the same year.

Mr. Ramoreboli brings over a decade of top-level coaching experience and holds a CAF A license. His accomplishments include winning two Botswana Premier League titles and securing two CAF Champions League qualifications with Jwaneng Galaxy, achieving significant victories against teams like Orlando Pirates and Wydad Athletic Club. His familiarity with many of Botswana’s players from his time at the club level ensures a seamless transition into his new role.

The BFA has set clear targets for Mr. Ramoreboli, including progressing beyond the group stages at AFCON 2025, collecting at least 12 points in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, qualifying for CHAN 2026, and winning the 2025 COSAFA Senior Men’s Challenge. Additionally, improving Botswana’s FIFA ranking to the top 30 in Africa is a key objective.

To achieve these goals, the BFA is committed to providing the necessary resources and support for the Zebras. The Association also calls on all Batswana to rally behind Mr. Ramoreboli and the national teams. Fans are encouraged to attend matches and create an electrifying atmosphere during the World Cup qualifiers. Plans are underway to make travel packages available for supporters to cheer on the teams in Morocco for the Women’s AFCON and in December for the men’s AFCON.

The BFA also appeals to the media to play an active role in building excitement and uniting the nation behind the Zebras and Mares. A collaborative committee will be formed to drive fan engagement and ensure widespread support.

“We are confident that with Mr. Ramoreboli’s vision, experience, and leadership, the Zebras will achieve great success. With unity and the unwavering support of the nation, there is no limit to what we can accomplish,” said the BFA President.