Andrew Kamanga, President of the Soccer Affiliation of Zambia (FAZ), has gained an important benefit in his bid for a FIFA Council seat, as COSAFA Member Affiliation Presidents have formally declared their help for his candidacy.
In an announcement launched Wednesday, COSAFA President Stated Ali Stated Athouman confirmed that the choice was made throughout a gathering held in Rabat, Morocco, on January 27.
The decision ensures that Kamanga enjoys the total backing of the regional soccer bloc.
Kamanga’s credibility as a candidate was additional bolstered after he efficiently handed FIFA’s Integrity Take a look at, making him eligible to face within the March 12 elections in Cairo.“The COSAFA Member Affiliation Presidents, throughout their assembly in Rabat, Morocco, on Monday, January 27, resolved to totally help Mr. Andrew Kamanga’s bid for a spot on the FIFA Council,” Athouman said.Kamanga’s management has been instrumental in elevating Zambian soccer, incomes him recognition at regional and worldwide ranges.
“His contributions to soccer in Zambia and past reveal his capabilities. We consider he’s the proper candidate to symbolize COSAFA on the FIFA Council,” Athouman added.On March 12, 2025, CAF will elect six FIFA Council members, with one seat designated for a feminine consultant.
Kamanga is amongst 11 contenders for the 5 slots out there to male candidates.
