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Verrah set to miss COSAFA

Aug 19, 2018

Botswana woman’s national team’s striker Thuto ‘ Verrah’ Ramafifi is set to miss the 2018 Cosafa senior woman champions scheduled for Port Elizabeth in South Africa on the 12-22 September 2018. Verrah has accepted a scholarship to study and play at Salem University in West Virginia in the United States of America.

The 26-year-old is set to the jet off on Tuesday 21st August 2018 to start her new life and join her team in preparation for preseason and the new academic year. She expressed her delight at the move but deeply disappointed in not representing her country at the Cosafa championship. She highlighted they will be more opportunities in the future.

Ramafifi will be no strangers to flying the blue black and white abroad as she has played in Namibia woman’s league before. Verrah believes her move will open doors for more female footballers in the country as our woman’s football continue to evolve, she also edged the Football Association to speedup formalizing a football strategy that will benefit the talent Botswana has.

Botswana Football Association woman’s desk officer Barobi Ngwako commended Thuto for her achievement and Highlighted that such moves are key towards the growth of the woman’s game locally and go to show that the BFA must do more to elevate woman’s football.

Ngwako said the BFA was extremely proud of Thuto Ramafifi and wished her all the best in the.

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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.