Puseletso Jobo, a senior striker for Kick4Life Ladies Football Club (FC), has jetted off to Ibadan, Nigeria, where she will pursue a Master of Science (MSc) Degree in Sports Management and Policy at the Pan African University, Life and Earth Sciences Institute (PAULESI).
Jobo is not only a star on the field but also an administration trainee at Kick4Life Social Enterprise. She secured a fully funded scholarship that will enable her to complete the two-year Master’s Degree.
This opportunity comes after her hard work and dedication at Kick4Life, where she plays as a striker in the Senior Women’s team, serves as a life skills coach under the Lesotho United Programme, and has trained as an Academy Admin Assistant and a Front of House server in the No.7 Restaurant under Kick4Life’s Fit4Work and Play Programme.
Known for her goal-scoring prowess, Jobo was the top scorer in the Lesotho Women’s Super League (WSL) during her first season with Kick4Life in 2022/23. This outstanding achievement earned her the Fans’ Favourite Player award at the prestigious Ladies in a Men-Dominated Game event.
Jobo’s impact goes beyond the pitch. While honing her football skills, she is also acquiring valuable administrative experience, making her more employable and shaping a promising future. In a recent interview with Kick4Life’s Communications and Marketing team, Jobo shared insights into her journey.
In addition to her work in administration, Jobo serves as a character development facilitator and a life skills coach for Kick4Life’s Girls United program. This initiative empowers girls and young women with sexual and reproductive health education, knowledge of their rights, and tools to prevent and respond to gender-based violence.
In his address, Kick4Life’s Country Director, Motlatsi Nkhahle, said “Jobo has worked very hard to earn this opportunity and has been a committed member of Kick4Life in various capacities, becoming an inspirational role model for young people in Lesotho.”
“We wish her all the very best as she embarks on this next step in her journey, and look forward to hearing of more successes, on and off the pitch.
“Our objective extends beyond merely cultivating players. By embedding positive values, encouraging a service-oriented mindset, and advocating for a growth-oriented approach, we are pleased to assist Puseletso and other young individuals from Basotho in this transformative experience,” Nkhahle added.
Kick4Life is dedicated to leveraging sports as a means of fostering social change, empowering its participants in various aspects of life, both on and off the field. Initiatives such as Fit4Work and Play serve to connect the realms of sports and employment, enabling young individuals like Jobo to unlock their full potential and create more promising futures.
Seabata Mahao is a general news reporter with special focus on Business and Sports.
Started working at Newsday in 2021.
has an Associate Degree in Journalism and Media.
