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BFA Strengthens Global Footprint as Dr. Tlhabano-David Heads To FIFA Safeguarding Summit In London

The Botswana Football Association (BFA) is proud to announce that Dr. Kagiso Tlhabano-David, a distinguished Sports Psychologist and a valued member of the BFA Safeguarding Advisory Committee, has been selected to participate in the FIFA Guardians Safeguarding Residential Workshop scheduled to take place in London from 19–22 May 2025.

This prestigious workshop, organised by FIFA, brings together safeguarding officers and experts from FIFA Member Associations (MAs) across the globe. It provides a unique platform for participants to engage in high-level discussions, hands-on training, and peer learning, all aimed at reinforcing global safeguarding frameworks in football.

Dr. Tlhabano-David’s selection is a reflection of the BFA’s steadfast commitment to promoting the safety, dignity, and wellbeing of everyone involved in the game, particularly children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Her participation underscores the Association’s proactive efforts to align with international safeguarding standards and continually enhance its institutional capacity.

During the workshop, Dr. Tlhabano-David will gain advanced knowledge on effective safeguarding strategies and have the opportunity to highlight Botswana’s progress and initiatives in creating safer football environments. Her presence will also allow the BFA to engage in valuable networking and knowledge exchange, fostering partnerships that can contribute to the growth of safeguarding efforts at both local and continental levels.

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The Mares Display Heart In Tri Nations Challenge

Botswana’s senior women’s national football team recently concluded their campaign in the prestigious Three Nations Challenge, hosted by South Africa from 28 May to 3 June at the Lucas Moripe Stadium. The series saw spirited competition between Botswana, South Africa, and Zambia, as teams continued their preparations for the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers.

 

Despite narrowly missing out on the top prize, Botswana showed immense character and growth throughout the tournament. The Mares kicked off their campaign with a thrilling encounter against the African champions South Africa, narrowly going down 3-2 in a tightly contested match. The team bounced back with a determined performance against Zambia, securing a 1-1 draw and demonstrating resilience and tactical discipline.

 

 

Final Tournament Results:

South Africa 3–2 Botswana

Botswana 1–1 Zambia

South Africa 2–0 Zambia

 

South Africa’s Banyana Banyana were ultimately crowned champions of the series, winning both of their matches to take the top spot. The tournament offered valuable game time and experience for all participating nations, and Botswana’s technical team, led by Head Coach Alex Malete, will take key insights from these fixtures as they refine the squad for the crucial WAFCON fianals.

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