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Changes in the National Executive Committee

Oct 9, 2019

The Botswana Football Association wishes to inform its members, stakeholders and partners that the National Executive Committee at its meeting held on the 8th October 2019, resolved to provisionally remove the First Vice President Mr Segolame Ramotlhwa from the National Executive Committee.

The National Executive Committee further resolved that the Second Vice President, Mr Marshlow Motlogelwa be appointed as the Acting First Vice President. Mr Masego Ntshingane, an NEC member responsible for Technical and Youth Development was appointed the Acting Second Vice President.

All this was done in terms of Article 40 of the Botswana Football Association Constitution. The removal is provisional pending ratification by the General Assembly.

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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.