The BVF last hosted the Zone VI Club Championships in 2013. The Botswana Volleyball Federation (BVF) has been awarded the rights to host the championships, which run from December 5-15. The last edition of the games was held in Maseru, Lesotho, where 10 countries from the region were represented. The LOC chairperson, Brigadier Tshepo Mpetsane, told MmegiSport that the budget for the games, which is approximately P1 million, will cover essential components such as the opening and closing ceremonies, competition management and other logistics required to host a successful championship. “We are working diligently to ensure a memorable and well-coordinated event. Preparations are on track in many areas. However, we acknowledge that some key critical requirements, particularly in securing the necessary financial support are lagging,” he said.
Mpetsane said they have identified potential venues for the championships, but due to ongoing negotiations, they are unable to disclose specific details at the moment. He said the selected venues must have the capacity to host the group stage matches, requiring the installation of four fully operational courts. “We remain confident that once these negotiations are finalised, we will inform you of such. The negotiations include that such venues come in a form of sponsorship,” he said. Angola, Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe have confirmed participation. Botshelo Taolo (vice chairperson), Percy Roberts (BVF vice president-technical), Tjiyapo Madeluka (medical), Thabo Tlale (finance), Tracy Chaba, and Thatayaone Matshaba (accommodation and catering) are part of the LOC. The others are Tebogo Kamati (logistics), Tebogo Mogami (marketing and sales), Bapoga Nshakazhogwe (competitions), Robin Seleka (protocol and communications), Agisanang Kurwana (liaison officer), and Kealeboga Galebonwe (secretary).
