Malawi National Council of Sports (MNCS) has said the nation should celebrate the continental recognition of seven women for various contributions to sport by voting for them.
The women are Temwa Chawinga, Lucy Kadzongwe, Susane Namangale, Chimwemwe Banda, Vitumbiko Gubuduza, Felistus Dossi and Maggie Chombo Sadiki.
Temwa has been nominated in the Athlete Excellence and Performance category while Kadzongwe is contesting in the Sports Media and Broadcast Journalism section.
Namangale and Banda are in the Community Development, Education and Social Impact category whereas Gubuduza has been placed in the Sports Leadership, Governance section, with Chombo Sadiki appearing in the Coaching Excellence and Athlete Development. and Administration
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Dossi is in the Global African Diaspora category.
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The Malawians are among the top 77 women of influence in sport in Africa and have been nominated for the 50 Most Influential African Women in Sports initiative organised by Africa Sports Ventures Group in recognition of their contributions to sports development across the continent.
MNCS acting Chief Executive Officer, Ivy Chinangwa, described the recognition as a remarkable achievement and a proud moment for Malawi.
“It reflects the dedication, resilience, leadership and significant contributions these women have made towards the development and advancement of sport. Their recognition on a continental platform demonstrates that Malawian women are making meaningful strides in influencing sports leadership, administration, governance and development.
“It is also an acknowledgement of the efforts of women who continue to break barriers, challenge traditional limitations and create opportunities for greater female participation and representation in sport,” Chinangwa said.
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She said the nation should move beyond simply celebrating this achievement and collectively demonstrate support for the women.
“It is the responsibility of all Malawians, the sports fraternity, institutions, stakeholders and well-wishers to rally behind the seven nominees by voting for them. Their nomination has placed Malawi on the continental map, and our collective participation in the voting process is an opportunity to recognise, appreciate and amplify their contribution to sport.
“Supporting them is not merely about individual recognition; it is about celebrating women’s achievements, promoting Malawi’s presence and influence in African sport, and inspiring the next generation of female leaders. Let us stand together, recognise their efforts and give these deserving women the support they need to take Malawi’s achievements to an even greater continental platform,” Chinangwa said.
The winners, to be announced on December 25, will be decided through a public vote on the link https://50mia. podiumpursuit.africa/#vote
