Here's a glimpse into how Matthew Booth is investing in the future of African football with his new initiative, designed to support school sports across the continent.
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Former Bafana Bafana defender, Matthew Booth is focused on making a difference in the beautiful game, alongside his partner Bongani Mthombeni.
The ex-Mamelodi Sundowns giant is actively involved in youth development through his organisation, Booth Africa. As the name suggests, Booth's efforts extend beyond Mzansi shores.
Booth Africa is committed to development and empowerment across the entire continent, with a focus on introducing artificial grass infrastructure and enhancing educational opportunities throughout Africa.
The name of the organisation is Booth Education and Sports Africa (Booth Africa) and according to its website, they carry the vision to to not only advance youth football development but to restore the passion and love for the game in schools.
In terms of their offerings, Booth Africa conducts football clinics with an educational edge, the and refurbishing building of sporting infrastructure and the Clash of Legends initiative.
The Clash of Legends events this year were held both in the North West and in Botswana's capital of Gaborone, where a team of South African legends took on Botswana legends.
Pre-match programmes from the Clash of Legends include clinics run by the legends, donation of kits to schools, community facility refurbishments and three amateur football matches before main game kicks off.
In June's Clash of Legends, Booth roped in the likes of Teko Modise, Siphiwe Tshabalala, Reneilwe Letsholonyane, Stanton Fredericks, Derrick Spencer, Morgan Gould, Happy Jele, Brian Baloyi among other local football heroes.
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Check out some of their other notable projects, including a trip to Bloemfontein to honour Patrick "Ace" Mbuthu:
