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CALLING ALL ASPIRING MMA OFFICIALS!

Do you have a passion for the sport of MMA? Would you like to get involved and help build the sport in Zambia?

MMA Zambia will be having a capacity building event in Kitwe this March.

Register your interest for the MMA Zambia Level C Referee/Judge Course — the minimum certification required to officiate at MMA Zambia events.

Date: 12th–13th March 2026
Time: 10:00–16:00 (both days)
Venue: Kitwe (TBC)
Fee: K1,000
Payment Due: 4th March 2026

Registration Closes: 4th March 2026

This is a 2-day physical course focused on building qualified, professional MMA officials in Zambia.

Registration link:
https://forms.gle/3mwSFyuehE1muzweA

Zambia has always been a silly 😋 and problem to Ghana. The banter started even before social media 😂

A few years ago, during a FIFA international friendlies break, Zambia was set to face Ghana in London. While Ghana was ready and waiting, FAZ failed to organise players to fly to London. Hence, they quickly organised a group of Zambians who were students in England.

The match went on and the Zambian students lost 4-0 to a star studded Ghana.

When Ghana realised they had played amatuer students, they were furious.

This country has just always refused to grow!

CARLOS ALCARAZ COMPLETES THE CAREER GRAND SLAM AT JUST 22 YEARS OLD 🏆🏆🏆🏆

🇸🇳🌟 Sadio Mané has now become one of the best ever African player after winning the AFCON with Senegal… 𝑨𝑮𝑨𝑰𝑵!

🏆 Two-time AFCON winner (2021 & 2026)
🌕 African Footballer of the Year 2019 & 2022
🥇 All-time top scorer in Senegal’s history
🥇 All-time top assist provider in Senegal’s history
🥇 All-time top assist provider in AFCON history
🎖️ 5th all-time top scorer in AFCON history

𝑨𝑭𝑹𝑰𝑪𝑨𝑵 𝑳𝑬𝑮𝑬𝑵𝑫. 🎞️✨

The five players from Muza FC better perform to justify their national team call-up and silence negative perceptions.

Just beautiful. Any more family pairs in other sports?

ZAMBIA'S HIDDEN WORLD RECORD: THE MOST FOOTBALL FAMILIES IN A NATION

By Puncherello Chama

Two weeks ago, we released a video on the Top 10 Most Influential Families in Zambian Football (link in the comments).

After that video, I discovered something truly fascinating — Zambia may hold a hidden world record when it comes to footballing families.

No other country seems to have produced as many brothers, fathers, and sons who have represented their national team across generations.

Over 30 families have had members play for Zambia, and more than 100 siblings have featured in the Zambian Super League.

That’s an extraordinary legacy by any standard.

Now, don’t get me wrong — family connections in football aren’t unique to Zambia.

Across Africa, we’ve seen the Mugeyi and Ndhlovu brothers in Zimbabwe, the Toure brothers and Gervinho and his lesser-known brother Fonsinho in Ivory Coast, the Hassan brothers in Egypt, and the Ayew family in Ghana.

Beyond Africa, we’ve had the famous Dutch De Boer twins.

But Zambia stands apart. The sheer number and consistency of footballing families over the decades make it an unmatched football phenomenon.

To put it in perspective, Zambia’s 1994 AFCON Final squad featured two pairs of brothers — Kalusha and Joel Bwalya, and Mordon and Kenneth Malitoli. To date, I haven’t found any other continental final where two sets of brothers played for the same team.

Fast forward to AFCON 2012, Zambia’s golden moment. The Katongo brothers, Christopher and Felix, both scored in the penalty shootout that won us our first-ever AFCON title.

They also hold the record for the most appearances together ( 31 matches) as siblings for Zambia — though behind Yaya and Kolo Toure of Ivory Coast, who played 64 matches together.

We also can’t forget Stoppila Sunzu, who scored the winning penalty in 2012. His elder brother Felix Sunzu also represented Zambia and younger brothers Jackson, Boniface and Ngosa Sunzu ( who all have played football)

Meanwhile, Nathan Sinkala, who also scored a penalty in that same final, followed in the footsteps of his older brother Andrew Sinkala, who featured at three AFCON tournaments — 2000, 2002, and 2006. Their father, Moffat Mutambo, represented Zambia at the 1980 Olympics. Three generations, one football legacy.

The Lota brothers (Dennis and Charles) are another example and were both part of AFCON 2002.

In an interview,, Numba Mumamba ( who played at AFCON 2000, 20002 and 2006) , now ZANACO FC coach, revealed that “Numba” is actually the family surname, not their first name — a media mix-up that started with him and his late brother Numba Mwila, another brother Numba Matthews was equally talented and all of whom played football professionally.

I also spoke with Abraham Nkole, the Mufulira Wanderers and Zambia legend, who revealed that he and his late brothers Edward and Patrick all represented Zambia in the 1960s and 1970s — possibly the first trio of brothers to do so.

Around the same time, Dickson Makwaza captained Zambia to its first AFCON appearance in 1974. His son, Linos Makwaza Jr., later featured at AFCON 1994, carrying the family legacy forward.

Other notable football families include the Musonda's ( Chatles and Bilton), the Mutapa's ( Oswald, Perry and thier father) Chamas (Clatous and Adrian), the Mwepus (Enock and Francesco), the Kapumbu's ( Fackson and Kelvin) the Chalwes (Linos, Sashi and Songwe), and the Yobes (Donwell and Dominic).

And even those who played locally, the trend continues — the Janzas (Honor and Vesper), the Sakalas (Abuid and Saith), and the Chellas (Bobton and Paul), Chamanga's ( James and Luka)

I even remember a set of twins though I cant seem to recall thier names ( one played for National Assembly)

Goalkeeping talent even runs in families — Kennedy Mweene and his nephew Bradley, and the Banda brothers ( Phillip and Mangani), both keepers.

After researching globally, I couldn’t find another country with over 20 families featuring relatives at national team level.

One possible reason is Zambia’s mine-sponsored clubs and Parastatal companies during the 1960s–1990s. They promoted community sports and recreation among families, creating an environment where fathers inspired sons, and brothers followed brothers.

Even outside football, we’ve seen family excellence — like Samuel Matete in athletics and Mwenya Matete in football, Boniface Simutowe and Aaron Simutowe ( football) and Amon Sumutowe ( Chess Grandmaster), Satwant and Muna Signh ( Motor Rally)

Choosing the Top 10 Most Influential Zambian Football Families was almost impossible because so many talented lineages had to be left out.

But that’s what makes Zambian football so special — it’s not just about players; it’s about families, legacy, and pride.

Zambia’s football story is more than just victories and trophies, it’s about heritage and generational excellence.

Our football isn’t only played, it’s passed down.

That’s why Zambia’s hidden record may just be the most beautiful football story in the world.

Congratulations to The Miracle. All the best in your new chapter of MMA professional life. Sooo proud of you ❤️

𝙈𝙄𝙍𝘼𝘾𝙇𝙀 𝘾𝙃𝙄𝙋𝙄𝙏𝙊 𝙎𝙄𝙂𝙉𝙎 𝙈𝙐𝙇𝙏𝙄-𝙁𝙄𝙂𝙃𝙏 𝘿𝙀𝘼𝙇 𝙒𝙄𝙏𝙃 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙋𝙍𝙊𝙁𝙀𝙎𝙎𝙄𝙊𝙉𝘼𝙇 𝙁𝙄𝙂𝙃𝙏𝙀𝙍𝙎 𝙇𝙀𝘼𝙂𝙐𝙀 (𝙋𝙁𝙇)

History has been made for Zambian mixed martial arts. Ulemu Fight Academy's Miracle Chipito The Miracle has officially signed a multi-fight contract with the Professional Fighters League (PFL), becoming the first Zambian woman to join one of the world's premier MMA promotions.

The announcement was made earlier today at the New Government Complex by Mr. Kangwa Chileshe, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Youth, Sport and Arts, joined by former MMA Zambia President Ben Bush and current President Henry Shoko.

Chipito's first bout is set for December 20th, 2025, in Benin, where she will compete in the strawweight division in a highly anticipated debut that has already stirred national excitement.

Known for her explosive striking, iron discipline, and technical grappling, Miracle Chipito has earned numerous accolades in her career, including:

2025 IMMAF Silver Medal World Championship, Georgia
2024 IMMAF Bronze Medal World Championship, Uzbekistan
2024 IMMAF African Championship Gold Medal, Angola

Her signing marks a historic milestone for Zambia's rapidly growing MMA scene and stands as a testament to the nation's rising talent on the global stage.

MMA Zambia extends heartfelt congratulations to Miracle Chipito and wishes her great success as she steps onto the world stage.

Who is one the sidelines for the boys?

FAZ CLINCHES SA, BURUNDI FRIENDLIES

Press Statement
(For Immediate Release)
Football Association of Zambia
Football House, Lusaka

31st October 2025

FAZ CLINCHES SA, BURUNDI FRIENDLIES

The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has organised two international friendly matches for the Chipolopolo during the November FIFA Window.

FAZ General Secretary Machacha Shepande says the Chipolopolo will play the World Cup bound South Africa and Burundi as part of the team’s continued preparation for the Morocco 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

“The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has organised two high profile international friendly matches for the Chipolopolo during the upcoming FIFA Window which runs from 10-18 November,” says Shepande.
“Zambia will play South Africa on November 15 before heading to Bujumbura for the Burundi assignment three days later.”

He says the games would be important for Zambia’s AFCON preparation and all the top players will participate.

Shepande says FAZ was determined to ensure that the Chipolopolo turned up at the 2025 AFCON well prepared for the assignment.
Zambia is in Group A alongside Morocco, Mali and Comoros for the Morocco 2025 AFCON edition, which runs from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026.

FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION OF ZAMBIA
Nkweto Tembwe
HEAD OF MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS

Coco Gauff is the first woman to win nine consecutive hard-court titles since Serena Williams. 🏆

🚨🇿🇲 TRANSFER NEWS:

OFFICIAL: Angel City FC have signed Zambian international forward Prisca Chilufya from Orlando Pride! ✍️⚡

The deal sees ACFC acquire Chilufya and a 2025 international roster spot, with Orlando Pride receiving $50,000 in intra-league transfer funds.

🗣️ “I feel so blessed to join Angel City. The club’s mission and values really align with who I am, and I can’t wait to contribute on and off the pitch,” said Chilufya after sealing the move.

ACFC Sporting Director Mark Parsons added: “Prisca is a very dynamic forward who works hard with and without the ball. She’ll help us finish the season strong and make a big impact in the coming years.”

💫 The 26-year-old, born in Kitwe, Zambia, joined Orlando Pride earlier this year from FC Juarez, where she scored 14 goals in 48 appearances. She also previously played in Turkey with Fatih Karagumruk and Kazakhstan with Tomris Turan, netting 14 goals in 18 matches, including two in the UEFA Women’s Champions League.

Chilufya represented Zambia at the 2024 Paris Olympics and was part of the Copper Queens squad during the 2018 WAFCON and Olympic qualifiers.