Malawi school girls’ football team wins $75,000 for outstanding COSAFA qualifiers performance

The Malawi School Girls’ Football team earned $75,000 (around K130 million) after an impressive showing in the COSAFA Qualifiers for the CAF African Schools Champions in Namibia last week.

The team finished as runners-up, securing a spot in the upcoming championship.

During a ceremony at Bingu Stadium in Lilongwe on Thursday, the team proudly presented their medals to the Football Association of Malawi (FAM) President Fleetwood Haiya.

Despite a 3-1 loss to South Africa in the final, the team was honoured with the “Fair Play Miniature” award, recognizing their exemplary sportsmanship throughout the tournament. 

As a result of their performance, they will represent South Africa in the CAF African Schools Championship alongside South Africa.