– Newly appointed Minister of Sport and Arts, Kelebeng, steps in – The new government is restoring order, including in sports – Serufho, BNSC CEO, was summoned to the Ministry this week – The Botswana Golden Grand Prix will be held on April 12th In a dramatic turn of events, Botswana’s sport fraternity has observed the recent reinstatement of Glody Dube’s rights to host the prestigious Botswana Golden Grand Prix. This decision comes on the...
The Botswana Football Coaches Association (BFCA) has issued a stark warning over the alarming trend of coaches being dismissed mid-season, a practice they assert is undermining the credibility and stability of football in the country. By week 9 of the current season, a staggering eight coaches had already seen the exit door, a statistic that has sent shockwaves through the football community. Among those dismissed are high-profile coaches leading teams in the top echelons of...
In a thrilling season that has captivated football enthusiasts across Botswana, the 2024/25 FNB Premiership is poised on a knife-edge. With four teams fiercely contending for the coveted championship title, the stakes have never been higher. The prize of P1.4 million awaits the victor, a testament to the league’s growing prominence, bolstered by a lucrative sponsorship from First National Bank Botswana (FNBB) amounting to P28.5 million over three years. Tafic, a club once synonymous with...
In a year marked by triumph and tenacity, Ross Branch, Botswana’s motorcycling prodigy, has etched his name into the annals of motorsport history. Crowned the FIM Hero of the Year for 2024, Branch’s journey through the grueling terrains of the World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC) has been nothing short of legendary. His accolades this year not only highlight his individual prowess but also elevate Botswana onto the global motorsport stage. Branch’s crowning as the FIM Hero...
Township Rollers hereby announces that the club has amicably parted ways with head coach Mogomotsi “Teenage” MpoteThe club thanks Mr. Mpote for the work he put into the role, and wish him the best of luck in his future endeavors.Assistant Coach Innocent Morapedi will take care of the first team while the team searches for a new coach.
The economic impact of sports, both directly and indirectly, establishes it as a highly lucrative and transformative sector, according to Tebogo Matebesi, the Deputy Permanent Secretary for Youth, Gender, Sport, and Culture. At the 2024 AUSC forum, Matebesi articulated how sports can transcend its role as a mere pastime to become a formidable economic catalyst, capitalizing on areas like tourism and regional advancement. Drawing from European Commission data, Matebesi noted that in 2012, sports contributed...
In a historic triumph for Botswana, the Zebras, the country’s senior men’s national football team, have achieved what was once deemed improbable: qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). This remarkable feat was not just a victory on the field but a moment of profound national pride, as Botswana re-emerges on the continental football stage after a 12-year hiatus. The Zebras’ qualification journey culminated in a gripping 1-1 draw against Egypt on November...
Betway has unveiled an initiative that has set the sports world abuzz: the appointment of four promising athletes as beneficial owners of Betway/Delta Bay (Pty) Ltd. This move is not merely a token gesture; it represents a profound investment in the future of sports in Botswana. The announcement, attended by dignitaries and sports enthusiasts alike, named Chedza Julius, Edwin Masuge, Gloria Majaga, and Collen Kebinatshipi as the new beneficiaries, each with a unique story and...
The newly appointed Minister of Sports and Arts has declared an urgent priority to reinstate school sports, which have been on hold since 2019. This suspension followed the then Ministry of Basic Education (MOBE) accruing approximately P30 million in unpaid teacher allowances. A memorandum dated March 6, 2020, signed by then-MOBE Permanent Secretary Bridget John, cited budgetary restrictions as the cause for this decision. “The Ministry has struggled to cover participation fees due to its...
Botswana is set to conclude the year on a high note as it hosts the Zone VI Senior Club Volleyball Championships from December 5th to 15th in Gaborone. The Botswana Volleyball Federation (BVF) is poised to welcome delegations from ten nations, each arriving a day prior to the tournament’s commencement at Ditshupo Hall, where four courts have been meticulously prepared for the event Karate team in Spain for World Cup In another thrilling development, Botswana’s...
