25/08/2026
Key Takeaways: GACRFA Representation at the COSAFA General Coordinator (GC) Workshop 2026
Our Gaborone City Regional Football Association (GACRFA) was proudly represented at the 3-day COSAFA Potential General Coordinators Workshop held alongside the CAF Women’s Champions League COSAFA Qualifiers in Gaborone. Facilitated by experienced CAF General Coordinator Titus Kunamuene, the intensive sessions provided crucial practical insights into international match operations and administrative excellence.
Core Workshop Highlights & Takeaways
The GC as the Operational Engine: While the Match Commissioner oversees regulatory compliance, the General Coordinator acts as the central conductor managing stadium setup, logistics, broadcast timings, and matchday delivery.
Mastering the 5 Cs Framework: Practical training focused on applying Command, Control, Communication, Coordination, and Contingency to run frictionless matchdays and handle unexpected venue disruptions.
*Match Coordination* Meeting (MCM) Mastery: Deep dive into driving consensus during pre-match briefings—securing binding sign-offs on kit approvals, medical protocols, technical zone rules, and strict kickoff countdowns.
Safety & Security Integration: Aligning GC venue operations directly with the Safety and Security Officer (SSO) and the Venue Operations Center (VOC) to ensure strict access control, crowd management, and tunnel safety.
Digital Management via CMS: Utilizing the Competitions Management System (CMS) for real-time team sheet generation, player accreditation, and post-match incident reporting to regional and continental bodies.
Empowering Regional Football
The knowledge gained from this continental-level platform will directly elevate GACRFA's regional league management, matchday organisation, and administrative standards as we continue building local football .