Flory Mapamboli, the interim president of the coordination of AS Vita Club de Kinshasa, has made a series of strategic appointments to strengthen his committee. Lambert Assani has been appointed head of the football section, while Colonel Charly Kasongo takes charge of the judo section. Additionally, Éric Fwamba will lead the volleyball section, and Christian Bokwa joins as a counselor. These appointments come amid an internal crisis within the club.
Mapamboli addressed rumors of his resignation, stating that he did not come to leave. He emphasized that the coordination will continue to manage the club until elections are held. The planned elective general assembly did not take place, leading to the current appointments. Mapamboli's move is seen as an attempt to consolidate his power within the club.
The appointments follow a parallel election organized by the Conseil suprême on September 18, which declared Sylvestre Makambo as the president of the coordination. However, Mapamboli's camp disputes this election, citing irregularities. Mapamboli stressed that Makambo must respect the club's texts and regulations if he wants to assume the presidency.
The crisis within the club has led to a rift between the Conseil suprême and the coordination, which is allied with the supporters. A recent tripartite meeting had raised hopes of a resolution, but the situation appears to be more entrenched than ever. Mapamboli's camp is preparing for a judicial response to the opposing camp's initiatives.
The opposing camp, led by Makambo, has been recruiting new players and has been seen with a counselor to the Head of State in charge of sports. Mapamboli warned that his camp will launch judicial proceedings against anyone using the Vita Club name or signing documents on its behalf without authorization.
Mapamboli also criticized the use of social media and image manipulation, stating that he will not use his party's image for personal gain. He emphasized that he will not engage in influence peddling and will maintain a clear distinction between his personal and professional life.
The internal crisis at Vita Club has significant implications for the team's future. With the club's leadership in disarray, it remains to be seen how the situation will unfold. Mapamboli's appointments and warnings suggest that he is determined to maintain control and legitimacy within the club.
Key points
- Flory Mapamboli appoints new members to Vita Club's coordination amid internal crisis.
- The appointments are seen as an attempt to consolidate Mapamboli's power within the club.
- The crisis within the club has led to a rift between the Conseil suprême and the coordination.
