Showa was thrust into the position after BFL chairperson, Peter Kesitilwe quit on a chaotic week for football that also saw chief executive, Bennett Mamelodi follow suit. The BFL Annual General Assembly (AGA) held in Palapye on Saturday precipitated...
After reaching the quarterfinals on its debut two years ago, the team has since been on a steady downward spiral, missing the Olympics berth, falling short in the COSAFA Championship, and now crashing out of the 2024 WAFCON at the group stages and...
In recent weeks, the entire nation has been left searching for answers as doping cases continue to escalate. This week, Botswana National Olympic Committee (BNOC) announced two more cases from athletics involving Tshepang Manyika and Mpho Lekwalo who...
Speaking on his behalf at a press conference, Dipsy Selolwane said Orebonye is humbled to share his vision for the tournament. The charity cup aims to celebrate unity, youth empowerment, and giving back to the community. "Football gave me a platform,...
Tebogo has a lot of work to do to reclaim bragging rights after suffering two defeats this month. All eyes will be on him and Noah Lyles, with a belief that the outcome might be a repeat of the 2024 edition, which saw the American emerge victorious...
The tournament is the pinnacle for local softball players due to its incentives. All the way from Sir Seretse Khama Barracks, BDF IX teams are fired up and targeting a double from the competition. The men’s coach, Tebogo Makacana has the experience...
According to a statement issued by BAA General Manager, Pinkie Wilson, the BAA board has taken a decision to suspend Semumu from all athletics-related activities until further notice. Sources say the suspension was influenced by the number of...
In a statement, the BFL said Mamelodi had tendered his resignation last night and the search for his replacement will commence immediately. "We are committed to finding a leader who will continue to drive our strategic vision and uphold our values,"...
Hunda, who was 74, coached numerous clubs in Botswana that include Uniao Flamengo Santos, Prisons XI, Notwane, Extension Gunners, Gilport Lions and BDF XI. He relocated to Botswana from Zimbabwe in 1986 and made a significant contribution to the...
Addressing members of the media, Chief communications officer, Mmoloki Bopa said this year's event promises to be bigger and better than the maiden edition, which drew about 560 athletes. Bopa revealed that the marathon aims to promote sport...
Rugby is considered a dangerous sport because of higher injury rates, particularly concussions and upper extremity injuries. There was an incident where a Jaguars player, Ishmael Pelaelo, was knocked down and medical officials had to be called into...
The two-week competition was hosted by the two Namibian cities of Swakopmund and Windhoek. The team surpassed the number of medals at the 2022 edition that was held in Malawi, where they brought home 47 medals, finishing in fifth place. Sporting...
FIM, as a global regulator of the motorcross discipline of motorsport, has given BMS until this Friday (July 18) to pay the annual affiliation fee. Speaking to SportMonitor on Saturday, BMS public relations officer, Colonel Motlapele Majama said the...
In a statement, the BNOC said athletes, Tshepang Manyika and Mpho Lekwalo tested positive for prohibited substances, Oxymetholone and Stanazolol respectively. "These are substances that are prohibited under the 2025 World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA)...
There were intense, behind-closed-doors deliberations centred on BFL chief executive, Bennett Mamelodi and the Betway sponsorship deal. On Sunday morning, news was that the meeting had resolved to suspend Mamelodi over maladministration, but the BFL...
The Mares roared back into contention on last night with a late 2-1 win over Tunisia in their final Group B match. A thunderous volley from Lesego Radiakanyo and a last-minute winner by Gaonyadiwe Ontlametse handed the Mares their first win at the...
The new Adverse Analytical Findings (AAF) case comes hard on the heels of three others announced in June with two from athletics and one from softball. Botswana has battled to blunt the doping curse as cases continue to be registered across codes,...
Kgomongwe took over the reins at Gunners in February through a 15-year-long partnership, assuming 100% control of the club.In his short stint, Kgomongwe has started house cleaning, settling debts and playing a crucial role in the team’s turnaround...
Cash has been the glue that has kept Motsepe's reign as football's top man going. Actually, the cash approach has been the cornerstone of the billionaire's reign as member associations, national teams and clubs start to reap the benefits...
It is a deal that caught many local fans off guard, as Baruti was regarded as a central figure in Galaxy’s setup. He joins Magosi on a three-year deal, becoming their 12th signing since the window officially opened on July 1. The four-time league...
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