The Malawi National Council of Sports (MNCS) is rallying the nation to support seven Malawian women who have been nominated for the 50 Most Influential African Women in Sports initiative. The women, who have made significant contributions to sports development across the continent, are Temwa Chawinga, Lucy Kadzongwe, Susane Namangale, Chimwemwe Banda, Vitumbiko Gubuduza, Felistus Dossi, and Maggie Chombo Sadiki. They have been recognized for their dedication, resilience, and leadership in various sports categories.
The seven Malawian women have been nominated in different categories, including Athlete Excellence and Performance, Sports Media and Broadcast Journalism, Community Development, Education and Social Impact, Sports Leadership, Governance and Administration, Coaching Excellence and Athlete Development, and Global African Diaspora. MNCS acting Chief Executive Officer, Ivy Chinangwa, has described the recognition as a remarkable achievement and a proud moment for Malawi. She emphasized that the nomination reflects the significant contributions these women have made towards the development and advancement of sport in the country.
Chinangwa urged the nation to move beyond simply celebrating this achievement and collectively demonstrate support for the women by voting for them. She said the recognition has placed Malawi on the continental map, and the collective participation in the voting process is an opportunity to recognize, appreciate, and amplify their contribution to sport. The MNCS CEO emphasized that supporting the women is not merely about individual recognition but also about celebrating women’s achievements, promoting Malawi’s presence and influence in African sport, and inspiring the next generation of female leaders.
The winners of the 50 Most Influential African Women in Sports initiative will be announced on December 25, and the public can vote on the link https://50mia.podiumpursuit.africa/#vote. Chinangwa called on all Malawians, the sports fraternity, institutions, stakeholders, and well-wishers to rally behind the seven nominees and give them the support they need to take Malawi’s achievements to an even greater continental platform.
The seven Malawian women have been recognized for their contributions to sports development across the continent, and their nomination is a testament to their hard work and dedication. Temwa Chawinga has been nominated in the Athlete Excellence and Performance category, while Lucy Kadzongwe is contesting in the Sports Media and Broadcast Journalism section. Susane Namangale and Chimwemwe Banda are in the Community Development, Education and Social Impact category, whereas Vitumbiko Gubuduza has been placed in the Sports Leadership, Governance section.
Maggie Chombo Sadiki has been nominated in the Coaching Excellence and Athlete Development category, and Felistus Dossi is in the Global African Diaspora category. The Malawian women are among the top 77 women of influence in sport in Africa, and their recognition is a significant achievement for the country. The MNCS is urging everyone to support the women by voting for them and demonstrating their appreciation for their contributions to sports development.
The Malawi National Council of Sports is confident that with the nation’s support, the seven Malawian women can take Malawi’s achievements to an even greater continental platform. The council is calling on all Malawians to rally behind the women and demonstrate their support by voting for them. The winners will be announced on December 25, and the public can vote on the provided link.
Key points
- Malawi National Council of Sports calls for votes for seven Malawian women nominated for 50 Most Influential African Women in Sports initiative.
- The seven women have been recognized for their contributions to sports development across the continent.
- The winners will be announced on December 25, and the public can vote on the link https://50mia.podiumpursuit.africa/#vote.
Reporting sources
- Sports Council calls for votes · The Daily Times
