Figures show that during the last financial year, the umbrella sport body in the country received P161 million subvention from government. Speaking to MmegiSport, BNSC marketing and communications, Anderson Nlisana said they were yet to receive their...
The Four Nations tournament, dubbed 'Kings of the South', takes place at the Obed Itani Chilume Stadium from March 28 to 31, which is the first FIFA date of the year.Botswana will host Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, and the three nations have...
Mwamba, the grandchild to Botswana's second president, the late Sir Ketumile Masire, is now based in London, where he is in charge of Juventus Academy London. It has been a steady rise to the top for Mwamba, who started as a basketball player at...
'The Big House', as the Kutlwano is called, has appointed new leadership led by Reabetswe Jaba as the team bids to reclaim its place at the top.Solvin Sekalaba is vice chairperson, whilst Doubt Moilwa is the treasurer, with Shadrack Kapeko...
With the National Stadium closed for renovations, the Lobatse Sports Complex used sparingly and the Molepolole Sports Complex slowly turning into a white elephant, the GU Stadium has been left to bear the brunt. On average, the venue hosts three...
Kick-off is at 7pm. The two giants have been experiencing contrasting fortunes, with Chiefs amongst the most stable sides in the league, both on and off the pitch this season.The Kgatleng giants have been cruising well ever since the arrival of...
Speaking in a post-match interview after his side were thrashed 4-0 by arch-rivals, Gaborone United, on Saturday evening at the GU Stadium, he stressed the importance of mental support in keeping the team afloat in the Premier League. Rollers is...
The pair of Tshepiso Rebatenne and Boago Malobela stormed to the historic title after defeating Tshireletso Samuel and Tsholofelo Gaokgalemelwe in an entertaining final that showcased the fast-paced nature of modern table tennis.Their victory earned...
Police XI on Sunday afternoon saw their journey in the knockout competition come to an abrupt end after suffering a 4-3 penalty shootout defeat to Tlokweng United. The two sides had played to a 1-1 draw in the normal time before Tlokweng United...
The funds went towards hiring of the facility, branding and other logistics. The festival was attended by volleyball, judo, netball, table tennis and basketball codes. BNSC director of sport development, Peaceful Seleka, told Sport Monitor that it is...
Mobilisation fees are budgeted at P567,840, with each of the 21 clubs receiving P21,840 each. The cost for league administration stands at P199,960, whilst prize money has been budgeted at P122,500 for the men's league and P110,500 is reserved...
She is now rated as one of the best judokas in the country, and her hard work has booked her a ticket to Australia as a recipient of the Botswana National Sport Commission's Elite Scholarship. Speaking to MmegiSport from Australia, Nogampe said...
The training camp will be held from March 9 to 29, whilst the men’s team will follow from March 15 until 29.The first phase of the camp will take place in Francistown, after which the team moves to Gaborone from March 23 to 29, to coincide with...
Stepping into the shoes of former Chiefs captain and club icon Pontsho ‘Piro’ Moloi was never going to be a straightforward assignment. Yet Torreira is gradually stitching his name into the hearts of the Magosi faithful. Tasked with delivering a...
But in a dramatic shift in fortunes, Malete was chosen as one of seven coaches who will travel to England, where they will be attached to Manchester United, a dream move for any coach.Malete is employed by the BFA as a youth development officer and...
The last time the two rivals met was barely six weeks ago, on January 24, when GU ran out convincing 3-1 winners at the Royal Aria Stadium. That result was not an anomaly, but it was part of a pattern.GU have dominated the last five Gaborone Derby...
The Kweneng Regional League champions have opened a seven-point cushion at the summit, sending an early message to the established heavyweights in a competition that many expected to be dominated by Gaborone United Ladies. Despite the early lead, BDF...
A 0-0 draw against high-flying Mochudi Centre Chiefs in the FNB Premiership match played at the Lobatse Sports Complex might not scream glamour, but in the context of a survival battle, it carries heavyweight value.Head coach, Thatayaone Sonny did...
Clubs that were present include Notwane, BDF, Jwaneng, Morupule while UB attended briefly. The Pitso was meant for Botswana Netball Association (BONA) affiliates and executive committee to introspect and map the way forward. BONA president, Mpopi...
The loss extends the team's scoreless streak to a number of games and being number two at the bottom of the league sparks concerns about their clinical finishing.Coach Joseph ‘Chippa’ Mokgacha expressed disappointment with the result,...
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