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Vunani Annual Women In Sports Celebrates Excellence In Women’ s Football Development

Mar 27, 2025

A huge congratulations to Diamond Trading Company Botswana (DTCB), for receiving the Champion for Equality Award at the recent Vunani Annual Botswana Women Sports Awards.

The award is in recognition of their unwavering support in the development of the girl child through sports that includes women’s football and swimming.

The well-deserved honor is testament to the positive impact DTCB continues to make in sports, not only in football. Their efforts have not only empowered young girls but have also led to a significant rise in women’s teams and improved competition across the country as it penetrates through all our 17 regional football associations (RFAs).

We also extend our heartfelt congratulations to Ms. Boago Gabontshiwe, the Women’s Representative for Chobe Region, for being awarded Volunteer of the Year at the prestigious Awards ceremony, an honor that came with a P5, 000.00 cash prize courtesy of another football sensation, Botswana’s export, Tumisang Orebonye. Boago’s dedication and passion for women’s football have left an incredible mark, driving growth and opportunities for aspiring female players.

This recognition is a celebration of progress, empowerment, and the unstoppable rise of women in sports.

Well done to the organizers of the Awards, Inside BW Women Sports, and the event headline sponsor, Vunani Fund Managers.

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BOTSWANA U-20 WOMEN EXIT WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS WITH PRIDE AFTER HOME VICTORY

The Botswana U-20 Women’s National Team bowed out of the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers 2026 on a positive note after securing a 1–0 victory over Cameroon U-20 Women’s National Team this past weekend, despite a 5–1 aggregate defeat.

Having suffered a heavy 5–0 loss in the first leg played on 7 February 2026 at Olembe Stadium in Cameroon, the Young Mares showed resilience and determination in the return leg at Obed Itani Chilume Stadium.

Forward Mbapeua Hangara scored the decisive goal in the second half, giving Botswana a deserved win in front of their home supporters and demonstrating the team’s fighting spirit until the final whistle.

Head coach Tapaphiwa Tracey Gaebolae expressed pride in her players performance and attitude, emphasizing the positive response after the first-leg setback.

“We are very proud of the girls. Even though we didn’t get the result we wanted in Cameroon, we came here with a positive mindset. The message to the team was that we needed to score more goals, stay organized, and believe in ourselves and I think the players responded very well.” Coach Gaebolae alluded at the post match Technical press conference.

Despite exiting the competition, the Young Mares leave the qualifiers with valuable international experience and renewed confidence, highlighting the growth and potential of women’s football in Botswana.