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IN LOVING MEMORY OF MR. KGOTSO “MENTO” OFALETSE

Dec 30, 2022

It is with great sadness that I have learned of the passing of Matebejana FC player Mr. Kgotso “Mento” Ofaletse.

On behalf of the football community, I would like to pass my deepest sympathy and unwavering support to his family and friends and everyone that knew and loved him. Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. We sincerely hope peace finds you during this difficult time.

May the soul of our son, brother, teammate and friend rest in eternal peace.

Mr Maclean Letshwiti

BFA President

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The Mares Drawn In Group B for WAFCON 2024

Botswana’s senior women’s football team, The Mares, will face stiff competition in Group B of the 15th edition of the CAF TotalEnergies Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The official draw, held on Friday, November 22, 2024, at the Mohammed VI Technical Centre in Salé, Morocco, set the stage for the tournament, which is scheduled to run from July 5 to 26, 2025.

The Mares find themselves in a challenging group alongside African football giants Nigeria, who boast an impressive 11 WAFCON titles and are gunning for their 12th. Completing the group are Tunisia and Algeria, both formidable teams in their own right, promising intense competition.

The draw was part of a ceremony celebrating the growth and vibrancy of African women’s football, with officials emphasizing the tournament’s significance in showcasing the continent’s talent and passion for the sport.