Special Olympics Botswana

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Here’s to health equity 👏🏽👏🏽

What an inspiring day in Francistown!

On 27 June 2026, 35 dedicated coaches gathered at Aerodrome Primary School for a Special Olympics Botswana Coaches Training, generously supported by Lions Clubs International.

A heartfelt thank you to the outstanding Fire Mogotsi for leading an engaging and empowering training session. We were also privileged to have Athlete Leader Brightfiled Shadi serve as co-facilitator, bringing the invaluable voice and lived experience of Special Olympics athletes to the training.

The session was further honored by the presence of Special Olympics Botswana Board Member and Legal Advisor Advocate Deuce Seetapele and National Director Sharon Reakae, whose commitment continues to strengthen inclusive sport in Botswana.

Together, we are building the capacity of coaches, empowering athlete leaders, and creating more opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities to thrive through sport.

20–26 July 2026 is Global Week of Inclusion!

Special Olympics Botswana proudly joins the global movement to promote acceptance, respect, and opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities.

This week, we celebrate the strength of inclusive communities and reaffirm our commitment to ensuring that everyone has a place to belong.
Together, let us choose inclusion every day.

Today, Special Olympics Botswana held an Extraordinary General Meeting to review and amend our draft Constitution which is a historic milestone for our organization.
Remarkably, our Constitution had not undergone any amendments since 1987. Nearly four decades later, our members came together to carefully review, discuss, and update this important governing document to ensure it reflects the realities, opportunities, and expectations of our time while positioning Special Olympics Botswana for a stronger future.
We extend our sincere gratitude to Advocate Deuce Seetapele for expertly facilitating this process and guiding members through the constitutional review. We also thank the Special Olympics Botswana Board and our valued members for their commitment, thoughtful contributions, and dedication to strengthening our organization.
Today was not just about amending a Constitution; it was about safeguarding the future of Special Olympics Botswana and ensuring that we continue to serve athletes with intellectual disabilities with excellence, integrity, and purpose.
Together, we are building a stronger foundation for the next generation.

Thank you for the recognition TAFISA.

Special Olympics Botswana Strengthens Inclusive Sport Through Coaches Training in Palapye

Special Olympics Botswana is hosting a dynamic and impactful Coaches Training session at Ratsie Setlhako Primary School, bringing together 50 coaches from across the Central Region. The training marked another deliberate step toward strengthening inclusive sports delivery and building technical capacity at grassroots level.

Facilitated by Mr. Botshelo Mogotsi, a sports expert and board member, the session focused on equipping coaches with practical knowledge and skills to enhance athlete development within their clubs. His facilitation blends technical insight with lived experience, creating a learning environment that was both rigorous and accessible.

Participants, drawn from various districts across Central Botswana, engaged deeply throughout the training. There was a clear sense of purpose, not just to attend, but to return to their communities sharper, more confident, and better prepared to support athletes with intellectual disabilities. The cohort arrived eager to learn and left positioned to grow their programs with renewed clarity and structure.

The training emphasized key pillars of Special Olympics programming, including athlete centered coaching, inclusive sports practices, and sustainable club development. Beyond theory, coaches were encouraged to think systemically, considering how their role connects to broader outcomes in health, education, and community inclusion.

Special Olympics Botswana extends its sincere appreciation to Lions Clubs International for their continued support in making initiatives like this possible. Their partnership remains instrumental in advancing opportunities for athletes and strengthening the ecosystem around inclusive sport.

Happy World Table Tennis Day from Botswana, Gaborone, Bontleng, Ithuteng Primary School, Special Education Unit. 🏓 ITTF-Africa