‘Go to court,’ Committee tells aggrieved persons as Kamanga emerges president of FAZ; eight disqualified

The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) Electoral Committee has declared Andrew Kamanga as the duly elected FAZ president for the 2025-2029 term after eight out of nine candidates were disqualified.

FAZ Elections Returning Officer, Ronald Hatoongo, announced Kamanga’s unopposed re-election at a media briefing on Monday, stating that the disqualified candidates failed to meet the eligibility criteria.

Among those whose nominations were invalidated were lawyer Keith Mweemba, Adrian Kashala, Emmanuel Munaile, Godfrey Chikumbi, Mumbo Lombe, Alex Njobvu, Francis Hamfwiti, and Machacha Shapande.

Hatoongo noted that the unsuccessful candidates had five days to appeal before the Appeals Committee finalizes the list.

He added that those wishing to challenge Kamanga’s re-election could do so in court.

In other FAZ executive positions, incumbent Justin Mumba will face Christopher Kasale for the vice presidency, while five provincial chairpersons—Chisanga Pule (Central), Patrick Ndhlovu (Copperbelt), Mweemba Mujala (Luapula), Jordan Maliti (Lusaka), and David Simwinga (Western)—have retained their positions.

Samuel Mwape (Luapula) and Nicholas Moomba (Southern) went through unopposed, while elections will be held in Eastern and North-Western provinces, where Crispin Kamuna faces Patrick Nyirenda and Arthur Kamulosu goes up against Brian Sakulenga.

Additionally, Colonel Priscilla Katoba remains unchallenged in her position.

Hatoongo explained that all candidates underwent vetting by the Governance and Review Committee, with final eligibility assessments conducted by the FAZ Electoral Committee based on FIFA statutes and the FAZ Constitution, including an integrity test under Article 33(2).

Meanwhile, the Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has asked the Lusaka High Court to dismiss Fredrobie Concept Zambia Limited’s K15 million compensation claim, arguing that the marketing agency failed to fulfill its contractual obligations.

The dispute stems from FAZ’s lawsuit against Fredrobie, seeking K1 million for breach of contract after the agency allegedly failed to sponsor the Division One play-offs.

In response, Fredrobie countersued, demanding compensation for lost sponsorship and ticket sales, along with an injunction barring FAZ from using its business model with other partners for 25 years.

In its defense, FAZ refuted the allegations, stating it had met all contractual obligations and was only responsible for assigning rights, not ensuring their success.

It denied claims of delayed playoff date approvals or restricted access to National Heroes Stadium, emphasizing that the venue is not under its management.

FAZ argued that Fredrobie’s losses were self-inflicted due to its failure to meet contractual responsibilities. The association said it had attempted to resolve the matter amicably before resorting to litigation.

Fredrobie, however, maintained that FAZ’s delays in approving playoff dates, restricted stadium access, and lack of communication prevented it from executing the contract.

It also claimed FAZ withheld pricing details for jerseys and match balls, hampering its planning.

The agency further alleged that FAZ initially agreed to cover all play-off costs and later discuss repayment terms but has yet to provide a formal breakdown of expenses.

Fredrobie is demanding K15 million in compensation for breach of contract.

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