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The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has postponed its elective Annual General Meeting (AGM) originally scheduled for March 29, 2025, following warnings from FIFA about potential suspension due to alleged government interference.Bolanews+4Zambia Monitor | Zambia Monitor+4Pan-Africa Football+4
FIFA’s Chief Member Associations Officer, Elkhan Mammadov, emphasized that member associations must operate independently without undue influence from third parties, including governmental bodies. He cautioned that establishing a transitional committee, as proposed by the Zambia National Council of Sports (ZNCS), could lead to sanctions, including suspension from international football. Bolanews+5Bola Yapa Zed+5Pan-Africa Football+5
The ZNCS had suggested forming a transitional committee and an independent electoral committee to oversee the FAZ elections. This proposal came after controversies in the election process, including the disqualification and subsequent reinstatement of several presidential candidates, leaving incumbent Andrew Kamanga as the sole contender at one point. Bola Yapa Zed+4Pan-Africa Football+4Pan-Africa Football+4Bolanews+2Pan-Africa Football+2Pan-Africa Football+2
In response to FIFA’s warning, Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema instructed Sports Minister Elvis Nkandu to facilitate dialogue between FAZ and the aggrieved parties to resolve the issues amicably and avoid FIFA sanctions. The President emphasized the importance of resolving disputes internally without external intervention. Bolanews+1Bola Yapa Zed+1
The postponement of the FAZ elections underscores the challenges facing Zambian football governance and highlights the delicate balance required to maintain autonomy while adhering to international regulations.
This article is based on information from PanAfricaFootball.com.
