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Fleetwood Haiya, Walter Nyamilandu at Caf Assembly

Fleetwood Haiya, Walter Nyamilandu at Caf Assembly
SERVING FOOTBALL—Nyamilandu (left)

Malawi’s presence at the Confederation of Africa (Caf) Ordinary General Assembly in Addis Ababa Ethiopia is huge with both Football Association of Malawi (Fam) President Fleetwood Haiya and his predecessor Walter Nyamilandu attending in their respective capacities.

Haiya attended the meeting by virtue of his position at Fam whereas Nyamilandu is an executive member for the continental body.

They both shared their experience at the general assembly with Haiya hailing the gathering through his Facebook page post.

“I am honoured to attend the 46th Caf Ordinary General Assembly in Addis Ababa Ethiopia. This is the space where leaders from all African football federations gather to share and shape the future of our beautiful game.

“This is a vital platform for African football as we come together to discuss and implement strategies for the growth, development, and success of our football across the continent.

“Malawi is proudly represented and I and my delegation look forward to bringing back home ideas that will continue to transform our,” Haiya who has been escorted by Fam General Secretary Alfred Gunda and Second Vice President Lameck Khonje.

On his part, Nyamilandu recognised the impact of the gathering and Ethiopia’s hospitality.

“The 46th Caf Annual General Assembly, led by Dr. Patrice Motsepe in Addis Ababa, was a resounding success. The warm hospitality of the Ethiopian people left a lasting impression on all attendees.

“During my visit, it became clear that Ethiopia is serious about hosting Afcon 2029. Their passion and readiness were evident throughout the conference, sending a strong message of intent,” Nyamilandu wrote on his Facebook page.

Sports analyst Frank Chakanga said it was a good development for Malawi as the two had the potential to advance the country’s football agenda.

“Considering that Fleetwood [Haiya] is the incumbent president; he is to play his role as it demands and he can as well make consultations with Walter [Nyamilandu]. In the end, it will be Malawi Football which will benefit, assuming they are in good books,” Chakanga said.