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COSAFA Awards Gala shifted to May 9

April 17, 2024

* Coincides with CAF executive committee meeting and CAF Champions League assignments * Given the prestigious nature of the event and its importance on the COSAFA calendar, the difficult decision has been made to rather reschedule By Duncan Mlanjira The inaugural Confederation of Southern African Football Associations (COSAFA) Awards Gala which was scheduled for Friday, April 19 has been shifted to May 9 due to the unavailability of key stakeholders. A statement from CAF says a Confederation of African…

Wanderers expected to show their might against another debutantes Creck Sporting at home on Saturday

April 15, 2024

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* Following their two wins in their opening matches, Creck Sporting are on second position of the table * While Mighty Wanderers, who first drew 1-1 with Kamuzu Barracks, are 4th after beating FOMO FC 3-0 on Sunday By Duncan Mlanjira Having triumphed 3-0 over TNM Super League 2024 debutantes, FOMO FC at their home Mulanje Park on Sunday, Mighty Wanderers are expected by their fans to flex their might once more when they face another rookie in the…

Malawi’s only heavywight Taekwondo Master keeps earning top recognition; Featured highly in UK’s Black History Month

April 15, 2024

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* The Royal Horse Artillery gunner had the chance to compete for Malawi in the London 2012 Olympics, but instead went to Afghanistan for the second time * When the Army’s senior leadership learned of his actions, Sgt Guba received a General Officer Commanding (GOC) Commendation for selfless commitment By Duncan Mlanjira The exploits of UK-based Malawian taekwondo Master, Yamikani Guba — who was honoured with the accolade of 2023 Sportsman of the Year at the Malawi Sport Awards…

Former Zambia national football team captain Rainford Kalaba in ‘critical but stable’ condition after fatal crash

April 15, 2024

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* He is responding very well to treatment and he’s now able to respond to his name * We can see a lot of movement and a lot of gestures that are evident to see in the way he is responding to sounds BBC Sport Former Zambia national football team captain, Rainford Kalaba — who was involved in a fatal car crash on Saturday, is in a “critical but stable” condition, according to the country’s football association (FAZ). The 37-year-old was…

Chitipa United’s Ramadan Ntafu is first player to score a hat-trick of TNM Super League 2024

April 15, 2024

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* Babangida Ishaya for debutantes Creck Sporting scores a brace and also has three goals to his credit * As Silver claim top spot in Week 2 with goal difference; followed by Creck Sporting as runners-up * Mzuzu City Hammers also have six points but are on 3rd on goal difference * Mighty Wanderers on 4th with 4 points after beating debutantes FOMO FC 3-0 on Sunday By Duncan Mlanjira Chitipa United’s Ramadan Ntafu is first player to score a hat-trick…

FAM enhancing safety and security at matches; To hold high-level stewards’ trainer of trainers course on Friday and Saturday

April 10, 2024

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Experienced FIFA and CAF security and safety officer, Dixon Okello * Safety and security, which is a key element in the successful delivery of football matches and competitions in the country * It’s been over 20 years since an expert came to drill our stewards in the country * Over the years, we have recruited a lot of stewards without proper orientation or training due to lack of expertise By Duncan Mlanjira World football governing body, FIFA and Confederation…

Zambia stun hot favourites Morocco to secure second successive appearance at Olympics Paris 2024

April 10, 2024

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* The Copper Queens reverse a 1-2 home defeat to a 2-0 away win through a brace by Barbra Banda * Nigeria secure their 5th Olympics qualification after goalless stalemate with South Africa Maravi Express Zambia are through to their second consecutive Olympics Women’s football tournament after doing the unthinkable by reversing a 1-2 home defeat to a 2-0 win in Morocco on Tuesday evening. A brace by the Copper Queens skipper, Barbra Banda — who shone at the…

MAFCO first to record first goal of TNM Super League for two consecutive seasons

April 10, 2024

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* Chimaimba claimed the feat in their match against MAFCO but went on to lose 1-2 * First to achieve the feat was Mdoka in 2023, who scored in the 13th minute against Chitipa United By Duncan Mlanjira MAFCO FC’s Bernard Chimaimba scored in the 36th minute in their opening match of TNM Super League 2024 recording the earliest goal scored and for two consecutive seasons. Chimaimba claimed the feat in their match against MAFCO but went on to…

2023 FAM National Women’s Championship set for April 22-28

April 10, 2024

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Last year’s champions, Ntopwa FC * Winners to represent Malawi at the 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League COSAFA qualifier * The country was represented by Ntopwa FC last year by virtue of being 2022 champions By Duncan Mlanjira All is set for the 2023 edition of the FAM National Women’s Championship scheduled to be played for a period of one week between April 22-28, whose champions shall represent Malawi at the 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League COSAFA qualifier. Last…

Wanderers, FAM, SULOM, Police demanded to take decisive action on supporters assault of journalist Yasin Limu

April 9, 2024

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* Barbaric acts against journalists in their line of duty should not be tolerated * What the three supporters did is a violation of media freedom and the right to access information * Which are fundamental rights enshrined in the Malawi Constitution—MISA Malawi By Duncan Mlanjira Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA) Malawi Chapter is appalled following the assault of TV Islam reporter Yasin Limu by three Mighty Wanderers FC supporters, two of which are identified as Dolf and…