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Letshwiti calls on NEC to support new CEO to better football

May 29, 2021

The Botswana Football Association (BFA) President Maclean Letshwiti has called on his National Executive Committee (NEC) to reset and live up to the expectations of the FA, including giving adequate support to the new CEO, Goabaone G. Taylor in a quest to better the governance of football. Today’s meeting also gave Taylor an opportunity to give feedback on the health bill of the FA since her ascension to the top post in April.

The BFA President further called on the NEC to actively contribute towards the furtherance of the BFA objectives.

“This is an opportunity for us to share information on important elements of football; discuss important roles of NEC and members thereof; address our expectations; elaborate on relations between different groups in the game within the leadership structure; as well as emphasise on the working protocols between ourselves, our CEO and her staff; including advocating for a conducive working environment for the ultimate success of BFA,” said Letshwiti.

Minister Rakgare and BFA President Letshwiti

The President noted that they have been elected to serve the game of football and to see to it that it continues to improve in all its facets, including the development of Youth & Grassroots; Women Football, Refereeing, Quality Competitions, which will lead to improving National Team performances.

“One of the challenges that this and previous leaderships of the BFA have had is failure to retain the services of our CEOs for a significant length of time. We need at this event to openly interrogate why this is the case as it inevitably has the effect of destabilising the work of the FA. The era of retaining less than suitable individuals in the secretariat must be a thing of the past. The CEO must be given an opportunity to engage competent and professional staff, who will service us and the membership of the BFA. We need to carefully discuss what support we need to give the CEO in order that the secretariat performs at optimum levels. Micromanagement of the CEO or her staff must also be a thing of the past as it has no place in modern day football. A professional secretariat will lead to a well-managed BFA to the satisfaction of our members and stakeholders,” said Letshwiti.

BFA CEO Taylor

Meanwhile, the BFA CEO also briefed the NEC on the successes, challenges, and future of the BFA, an undertaking which she added will make the BFA to become an independent and sustainable entity. The Minister of Youth Empowerment, Sport and Culture Development, Tumiso Rakgare paid a courtesy visit to the NEC induction, where he encouraged everyone to serve football passionately and diligently.

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Setlhoko Appointed as FIFA Women’s Football Development Expert

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.