FORMER ZEBRAS COACH PASSES ON.

Article By: Gaone Pearl Kerileng

Stanley Tshosane, the former head coach of Botswana’s national football team, the Zebras, and the first Motswana to lead the team to the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), passed away this morning at the age of 68.

Tshosane’s coaching career was marked by his dedication to Botswana football. He managed several local clubs, including Matebejane, Gabane United, Mogoditshane Fighters, and BDF XI. His association with the national team began in various capacities, including assistant roles and caretaker positions, before being appointed as the head coach in 2008.

Under his leadership, the Zebras achieved a historic milestone by qualifying for the 2012 AFCON finals for the first time. They topped a qualification group that included Tunisia, Togo, Malawi, and Chad, losing only once. This remarkable achievement earned the team the CAF Team of the Year award in 2011, and Tshosane was nominated for the CAF Coach of the Year. 

Stanley Tshosane’s legacy in Botswana football is profound. He transformed the Zebras from underdogs to continental contenders, instilling pride and belief in the nation’s football aspirations. The following audio is from 2012 when Zebras first qualified for Afcon. Let's have a listen

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May His Soul Rest In Peace.