Women gain ground, but remain on the periphery

Women gain ground, but remain on the periphery
Women gain ground, but remain on the periphery

As the Botswana Football Association (BFA) prepares for its elective congress on August 22, 2020 the number of women contesting has caught the eye. There have been amplified calls to have more women participate in decision-making positions, but in football, they remain on the periphery, rather than the core of the contest, writes MQONDISI DUBE

Women’s participation in football has gained traction over the years, and so have their involvement in leadership roles.

Not too long ago, football was considered a male preserve, with fewer women involved. However, FIFA’s deliberate programmes have catapulted women to the limelight, with particularly the girl-child allowed a fair share of a stake in the game.

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