Times Of Swaziland: PLE EXCO EMPOWERED ON GOOD GOVERNANCE

PLE EXCO EMPOWERED ON GOOD GOVERNANCE
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Nimrod Hlophe on 18/11/2024 07:42:00


MBABANE – Just after 100 days in office, the Premier League of Eswatini (PLE)
Executive Committee (ExCo) has been trained in leadership skills.
The members have been in an intensive workshop over the past three days, which
was held in Mhlume. A number of topics from different speakers were covered.One
of the key speakers on Friday was former South Africa’s Orlando Pirates
administrator, Floyd Mbele. According to the PLE, Mbele enlightened the ExCo on
modern football administration.The organisation said the former administrator
explored the challenges and opportunities in football, highlighting the
importance of integrating the latest technologies, ensuring financial oversight
and implementing high-performance strategies to stay competitive.
“He challenged the ExCo to reflect on the legacy they want to leave behind,
emphasising the importance of having a clear roadmap to success. Additionally,
he tasked the ExCo with drafting a Chairman’s Charter, a guiding framework for
leadership and decision-making,” the PLE said on its official Facebook page.
The Polycarp Dlamini-led organisation was also educated on corporate governance.
The First National Bank (FNB) Chief Marketing Officer, Zethu Dlamini, urged them
to explore revenue-generating opportunities and attract sponsors. Another topic
discussed was the marketing and branding of football. The PLE was urged to
explore the use of digital platforms to further connect with fans and improve
the marketing of the sport locally and internationally.
According Sports Legacy, good governance is essential in running a football
organisation because it ensures transparency and accountability, which build
trust among stakeholders. It promotes efficient and effective decision-making,
leading to better management of resources and operations. Good governance also
helps in maintaining integrity and fairness, which are crucial for the
organisation’s reputation. Lastly, it supports sustainable growth and
long-term success by fostering a culture of continuous improvement and strategic
planning.