Netball Association of Malawi (Nam) former president Khungekile Madise Matiya has been appointed Africa Netball (AN) General Secretary.
AN is the body that governs netball on the continent.
Matiya returns to a position she served in from 2019 to 2023.
A letter from AN acting President Rebekka Goagoses indicates that Matiya’s appointment is effective October 1, 2025.
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“On behalf of the Africa Netball Executive Committee, I am writing to formally notify Africa Netball of the appointment of Ms Khungekile Madise Matiya as the acting Secretary General of Africa Netball effective 1st October 2025. She replaces Ms Immaculate Kabutha, who has been relieved of her duties effective 2nd September 2025, in terms of section 22 of the AN Constitution.
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“Ms Khungekile Madise Matiya served as the secretary general from 2019 to 2023. She is currently the Events Coordinator of the Africa Netball Constitution. She will be in this position until the next AGM, which will take place in December 2025, when the election of the secretary general will be held. Due notice in this regard will be communicated,” the letter reads.
Goagoses stressed that they were looking forward to continuing their strong partnership and cooperation within Africa Netball during this period.
Matiya said she was grateful for the recognition.
“It is humbling to note that people have confidence and trust in you after serving in this position for four years, from 2019 to 2023. I will give my all, with the support of my fellow members of the board, to advance the agenda of developing the sport in Africa from the grassroot level.
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“It is also an exciting moment as Malawi will be hosting the 2025 Africa Cup in Lilongwe in December,” she said.
Nam President Vitumbiko Mwandemange Gubuduza said Madise’s appointment was good for the country.
“We are thrilled to hear about the appointment of Khungetile Madise as the acting Secretary- General of Africa Netball. This is a momentous occasion for Malawi, and we could not be prouder to have one of our own representing our country and Africa on the continental stage, having also served as SG between 2019 and 2023. Truly a testament to her capabilities.
“We have every confidence in her leadership and ability to take Africa Netball to greater heights. We wish her all the best in her new role,” Gubuduza said.
