Also known as: The Zebras
Zebras — Botswana's national men's football team, currently in 2027 Africa Cup of Nations Group H qualification.
News reports
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Daily News Botswana
The senior national football team, Zebras face a demanding six-match campaign as they begin their quest for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualification. …
Zebras face tough road to AFCON 2027Botswana Sunday Standard
Sunday Standard Does Ramoreboli’s Resignation Leave the Zebras in a Precarious Situation? …
Does Ramoreboli’s Resignation Leave the Zebras in a Precarious Situation?Daily News Botswana
Just as the senior men’s national football team, the Zebras, were beginning to adapt to Morena Ramoreboli’s tactical philosophy, the South African strategist has vacated his post, leaving a void on the local football landscape. …
Ramoreboli joins Bafana BafanaDaily News Botswana
… As is the norm the Independence Day celebrations will also have a strong sporting flavour, with the national team, the Zebras, set to face Mozambique at the National Stadium on September 30, Mr Matebesi said.Other activities planned as part of the build-up include a fashion show, …
Diamond jubilee Celebration like no otherDaily News Botswana
… The 27-year-old Zebras skipper is now set to add another country to his resume following reports of a one-year deal with Jordanian powerhouse, Al-Wehdat SC. …
Zebras skipper charts fresh path in JordanDaily News Botswana
… po Ditshupo, originally from Serowe and now working as a nurse in Northern Ireland, replaced that crushed plastic bottle with a proper leather ball to lay the groundwork for a versatile playmaker whose deep attachment to his roots makes him a bright future prospect for the Zebras …
Northern Ireland-based prodigy Karabo eyes bright futureWeekend Post
… The National Stadium has long been the traditional home of the Zebras and one of the country’s most iconic sports landmarks. …
Fresh hope for National StadiumWeekend Post
… At the forefront is seasoned Zebras defender Mosha Gaolaolwe, arriving from rival Township Rollers. …
Magosi’s million-Pula rebuild explainedWeekend Post
… Pabalinga has reportedly enlisted the help of former Zebras coach Adel Amrouche, who shares a close rapport with Karkache, to broker a settlement. …
Inside Rollers’ P20 million Diadora partnershipWeekend Post
… Strategic push inspired by national team challenges In an interview, BFA National Executive Committee member Bathusi Rathari said the reforms were partly driven by the Zebras’ disappointing performance at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, where the team struggled with an aging rost …
BFA orders clubs to field youth or face sanctionsThaloba Nthaga guided Tonota FC through an unbeaten First Division campaign and was elevated to interim Zebras coach—an unprecedented move by the BFA, which has traditionally appointed national team coaches from the top flight or abroad. Tonota FC arrived in the FNB Premiership with ambitions of winning the title whilst having the national team coach in its ranks.
23 October 2026 · Mmegi →
Thaloba Nthaga guided Tonota FC through an unbeaten First Division campaign and was elevated to interim Zebras coach—an unprecedented move by the BFA, which has traditionally appointed national team coaches from the top flight or abroad. Tonota FC arrived in the FNB Premiership with ambitions of winning the title whilst having the national team coach in its ranks.
23 October 2026 · Mmegi →
Twenty-year-old forward Losika Ratshukudu made an impression in his second appearance for Botswana's national team on Monday at Stade Olympique Hammadi Agrebi in Rades, coming on as a substitute in the 54th minute and displaying composed, calculated play that offered a glimpse of the national team's promising future.
2 October 2026 · Mmegi →
The #PushaBW Store at Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, which showcases products made entirely in Botswana by local entrepreneurs, achieved sales of P714,153.60, with the third quarter being its strongest trading period driven by increased festive-season demand and replica kit sales for the national football team.
30 September 2026 · Mmegi →
Lebogang Ditsele came off the bench to equalise as Botswana held Tunisia 2-2, completing an unbeaten North African start to their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign.
29 September 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Mojaki, who was appointed in 2019 as the first person to fill the position of overseeing management of the national teams at the BFA, is leaving the association to pursue other challenges. He credits himself with bringing order and planning to the teams and stopping strikes, though he has not ruled out a return to football administration.
29 September 2026 · Mmegi →
Botswana will celebrate its 60th Independence Day at the National Stadium with the men's team (Zebras) playing Mozambique's Mambas at 3pm, followed by the women's team (Mares) facing Namibia at 6pm. The BFA said it included both teams to demonstrate commitment to gender sensitivity and Botswana's inclusive identity.
28 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Former Zebras coach Morena Ramoreboli, who has left to become assistant to South African coach Pitso Mosimane, said Botswana has talent but players must challenge themselves, set higher targets, and develop stronger work ethic to reach their potential.
25 September 2026 · Mmegi →
Botswana's national football team opens their six-match 2027 Africa Cup of Nations Group H qualification campaign away to Libya on 24 September with a mixed squad of domestic and overseas-based players.
23 September 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Players including Diphetogo Selolwane, Mogogi Gabonamong, Mogakolodi Ngele, Phenyo Mongala, and Joel Mogorosi were among the highest-earning local sportspersons after joining the South African Premier Soccer League during Botswana's first-ever Africa Cup of Nations qualification.
18 September 2026 · Mmegi →
Following Morena Ramoreboli's departure to join Pitso Mosimane's staff, the Botswana Football Association is racing to appoint a new Zebras coach, with South African candidates Molefi Ntseki and Helman Mkhalele emerging as leading contenders ahead of September's Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
14 September 2026 · Weekend Post →
Botswana's senior football team begins a six-match 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign in Group H alongside Tunisia, Uganda, and Libya, with the first match away to Libya on 24 September. The qualification comes during a period of transition following the departure of coach Morena Ramoreboli to South Africa's Bafana Bafana setup as assistant coach.
14 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Botswana football coach Morena Ramoreboli has resigned to become an assistant to South African head coach Pitso Mosimane, leaving the Zebras just a week before their Africa Cup of Nations qualification campaign begins against Libya and Tunisia.
13 September 2026 · Botswana Sunday Standard →
Morena Ramoreboli has been appointed assistant coach for South Africa's Bafana Bafana under new head coach Pitso Mosimane, departing Botswana's Zebras just weeks before crucial 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualification matches against Libya and Tunisia in September. The Botswana Football Association says it will announce an interim coach before the squad reports for camp on Monday.
11 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Botswana will celebrate 60 years of independence on September 30, marking the establishment of the Republic of Botswana in 1966. This year's Diamond Jubilee Celebrations will be held at Gaborone Main Mall under the theme "Building Resilience, Driving Prosperity," with national and community events coordinated by a National Organising Committee and district-level committees.
10 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
National football team captain Thatayaone Ditlhokwe, 27, has secured a one-year contract with Jordanian club Al-Wehdat SC, continuing his professional career abroad after spells in South Africa, Libya and other leagues.
9 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Karabo Ditshupo, a multi-positional footballer born in Northern Ireland to a Motswana mother from Serowe, is developing through Europe's structured youth academy system with aspirations to represent Botswana's national team. His mother, Topo Ditshupo, a nurse in Northern Ireland, has supported his progression from informal play to competitive youth leagues, positioning him to bridge the gap between Botswana's grassroots system and professional-level development.
2 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
A CAF inspection visit to Gaborone this week has reignited hopes that the National Stadium could regain continental approval to host international matches. The BFA is pushing for Category Three status, which would allow national teams and local clubs to host CAF interclub competitions at home, easing pressure on Francistown's Obed Itani Chilume Stadium, currently the country's only CAF-certified venue.
17 August 2026 · Weekend Post →
Mochudi Centre Chiefs, after returning to Botswana's FNB Premiership, have signed nine new players including defender Mosha Gaolaolwe, winger Mpho Kgaswane, and striker Omphile Vissagie, as part of an ambitious rebuilding strategy aimed at competing for trophies rather than merely surviving in the top division.
27 July 2026 · Weekend Post →
Township Rollers have agreed a five-year technical sponsorship with Italian sportswear brand Diadora valued at P20 million, covering match kits, training gear, and technical apparel. The partnership is expected to ease operational costs and allow the club to invest in football development.
14 July 2026 · Weekend Post →
The Botswana Football Association has introduced new play regulations effective June 30, 2026, requiring Premier League clubs to field at least three Under-23 and two Under-20 players in every match, with stricter quotas for lower divisions, and imposing disciplinary sanctions for non-compliance.
10 July 2026 · Weekend Post →
Chiefs are in ongoing contract renewal negotiations with 27-year-old forward Fortune, whose current deal expires in December. Despite the club's general manager confirming talks, a source reports growing interest from several top-flight clubs in South Africa and two FNB Premiership clubs monitoring his situation.
16 June 2026 · Mmegi →
Botswana football coach Morena Ramoreboli has endorsed goalkeeper Goitseone Phoko's move to South Africa's Betway Premiership side Siwelele FC on a two-year contract, praising his performances at AFCON and Jwaneng Galaxy.
15 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The 2025 Botswana National Sport Awards have produced a strong list of nominees for sportsman and sportswoman of the Year, with athletes, footballers, judokas, chess and karate practitioners in contention. The Sportsman of the Year category includes sprinter Collen Kebinatshipi, who won double gold at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo in the 400m and 4x400m relay and set a national record of 43.53 in the 400m, footballer Goitseone Phoko, who helped Jwaneng Galaxy win the Orange FA Cup and featured in AFCON 2025, and judoka Tumiso Phuthego.
4 May 2026 · Botswana Sunday Standard →