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Botswana goalkeeper Phoko exits South African club Siwelele

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Goitseone Phoko, a Botswana international goalkeeper who signed a two-year contract with South African club Siwelele FC in June after a strong Africa Cup of Nations performance, is negotiating an exit after four months. According to sources, his departure follows the departure of the coach who signed him, Lehlohonolo Seema.

9 hours ago · Weekend Post →

Yesterday

  1. Botswana goalkeeper Phoko exits South African club Siwelele

    Goitseone Phoko, a Botswana international goalkeeper who signed a two-year contract with South African club Siwelele FC in June after a strong Africa Cup of Nations performance, is negotiating an exit after four months. According to sources, his departure follows the departure of the coach who signed him, Lehlohonolo Seema.

    9 hours ago · Weekend Post →

Friday 23 October

  1. Botswana bowlers gather for Orapa Masters tournament

    The Orapa Masters brings together club singles champions from five Botswanan regions, the national singles champions, defending Masters champions, and national youth champions in men's and women's categories. BBA secretary-general Edwin Nyoka said some players may be fatigued from recent competitions, though others are expected to bring competitive edge from international engagements.

    23 October 2026 · Mmegi →

  2. Tonota FC manager Nthaga elevated to interim Zebras coach

    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 →

Thursday 22 October

  1. Dolphins prepare for FIBA Africa Champions Clubs qualifiers

    Botswana Basketball League reigning champions Dolphins will compete in the FIBA Africa Champions Clubs Road to Basketball Africa League 2026 Division East qualifiers in Lusaka, Zambia from October 30 to November 3, facing regional rivals including teams from Zambia, South Africa, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Malawi.

    22 October 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

  2. Redpath sponsors South Region Special Olympics Games

    Redpath Botswana sponsored the South Region Special Olympics Botswana Games 2026 in Jwaneng on October 20, with athletes from six districts competing under the theme "From Inclusion to Action: The Special Olympics Legacy and Our Role Today." The company emphasised that inclusion must be demonstrated through action and celebrated the athletes' courage and determination.

    22 October 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

Wednesday 21 October

  1. TAFISA seeks Gaborone Africa's first certified Global Active City

    TAFISA hopes to announce Gaborone as Africa's first certified Global Active City during the 2027 TAFISA World Congress in Botswana.

    21 October 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →

  2. MCC defeats Botswana Men's Select by eight runs

    Marylebone Cricket Club won Friday's final Twenty20 match against Botswana Men's Select Team by eight runs at the BCA Oval in Gaborone, completing a tour with six wins from nine matches.

    21 October 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →

  3. Four Botswana athletes' doping case postponed to March 2027

    Four Botswana athletes challenging positive doping test results have had their High Court hearing scheduled for 9 March 2027, extending their wait by more than a year.

    21 October 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →

  4. Tlape and Chakanyuka sweep CAT Under-14 titles

    Botswana's Lebone Tlape and Angel Chakanyuka won both singles and doubles titles at the two legs of the World Tennis/African Tennis Under-14 tournament held in Gaborone. Botswana players claimed all boys' and girls' singles and doubles titles across both consecutive tournaments, according to the Botswana Tennis Association Vice President.

    21 October 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

  5. Six Botswana youth athletes announced for Dakar 2026

    Botswana National Olympic Committee has named six elite youth athletes to represent the country at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Senegal (October 31–November 13), competing in athletics, boxing, judo, and swimming. Four of the six athletes are female, according to BNOC president Tshepo Sitale.

    21 October 2026 · Daily News Botswana →

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