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Tswapong Women’s League to Kick Off

Nov 9, 2017

Tswapong Regional Football Association will be launching women s football league on the Saturday 11th November 2017 in Palapye. The launch will be held on the two grounds adjacent ground Palapye United Ground & FC Palapye Ground. The day’s festivities are set to start from 08:00Hrs.

Participating Teams; BIUST from Palapye, Eyes on the Ball from Palapye, Sea bird from Palapye, Letswapo Stars from Lerala, Majwaneng Girls from Majwaneng, Seven Stars from Sefhare, Ground Kings from Lesenepole and Shining Girls from Lecheng.

The Association would like to congratulate the TSWAPONG regional football Association in being the first to kick off the woman’s league. For any enquires the Association refers communication to Mr Brown Kgobe TRFA Chairperson 71606098 / 73909098.

Speaking to the Botswana Football Association website Mr kgobe higlited that the start of the league was important to the region as this was way of making sure that football is accessible to more woman and also giving his region a chance to produce national stars, he appealed to the public to come and support the ladies and insure their game can also grow. Kgobe has challenged other regions to start their leagues to enable the country to conform to league structures as done by the rest of the world in order to benefit from FIFA and CAF founding in future.

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FIFA has announced the appointment of Ms. Tsholofelo Setlhoko as a FIFA Women’s Football Development Expert, joining a global network of qualified professionals dedicated to the growth and development of women’s football worldwide. This prestigious appointment recognizes Ms. Setlhoko’s exceptional contributions to the sport and her commitment to advancing women’s football across Botswana and beyond.

Launched in 2020, the FIFA Women’s Football Development Programmes have been instrumental in strengthening women’s football through targeted support for Member Associations. With the recent relaunch of the programme in December 2024, FIFA aims to expand its impact across all 211 Member Associations, offering tailored assistance that reflects the unique contexts and needs of each nation.

In her role as a FIFA Women’s Football Development Expert, Ms. Setlhoko will leverage her vast experience in football administration, strategic planning, and grassroots development to support Member Associations in implementing sustainable growth strategies. Her leadership within the Botswana Football Association (BFA), particularly in spearheading initiatives for women’s football, has set a benchmark for development and community engagement.

“I am deeply honored to be appointed as a FIFA Women’s Football Development Expert. This is not only a personal achievement but a victory for women’s football in Botswana. I look forward to sharing best practices and supporting the growth of women’s football in other Member Associations,” said Ms. Setlhoko.

The President of the Botswana Football Association, Mr. Tariq Babitseng, also expressed his pride in Ms. Setlhoko’s achievement, stating, “Tsholofelo’s appointment is a testament to her dedication and hard work. Her expertise and passion for women’s football are unmatched, and we are confident that she will make a substantial impact globally.”

Ms. Setlhoko’s appointment marks a significant step forward in the representation of African women in global football development. As she embarks on this journey, she remains committed to championing women’s football and inspiring the next generation of female athletes and administrators.