BFA turns to govt for Mares’ P6m

The request has been channelled to the government through the Botswana National Sport Commission (BNSC). BFA chief executive officer, Mfolo Mfolo announced this week that the mother body needs at least P7.2 million to ensure adequate preparations for the women’s team. The Mares will make their debut at the biennial tournament to be held in Morocco in July. However, despite drawing up a comprehensive plan, the BFA has this far, reportedly not received a positive response from the government for funding.

The government funds a large portion of BFA activities, but due to budgetary constraints, cash has not been readily available, which could scupper the team’s preparations. Mfolo said they had submitted the funding request to the government. “The whole budget for funding has been requested from government through our mother body BNSC.