The Football Association of Malawi (FAM), together with its Charity Shield partner NBS Bank, on Friday, 10 April 2026, handed over a K125 million solar-powered water system to Namanolo Health Centre in Balaka District.
Presiding over the ceremony, FAM First Vice President Christopher Madalitso Kuyera said the association was fulfilling a commitment made during the 2025 NBS Bank Charity Shield.
“We are delighted to be here today to fulfill a commitment we made during the 2025 NBS Bank Charity Shield. The 2025 Charity Shield generated K61.7 million, while NICO Group contributed K26 million, bringing the total funds raised to K88 million,” he said.
Kuyera added that the initiative remains a flagship programme aimed at mobilising football stakeholders to support national development.
“These resources were entrusted to our implementing partner, the Malawi Red Cross Society, for the installation of a solar-powered water system here at Namanolo Health Centre. Beyond football, the game creates opportunities that impact communities,” he said.
Medical Assistant at Namanolo Health Centre Patricia Tembo commended the association for the intervention, describing it as timely.
“The facility has been in a poor state for the past 10 years, and we are very happy with the coming of this water system as it will improve sanitation and promote hygiene at the health centre,” she said.
Malawi Red Cross Society Director of Programmes Leonard Maganga said the organisation played a key role in implementing the project.
“We facilitated the identification of the driller and worked closely with the Department of Water Services and the district council. Despite the area being relatively dry, the project has been a success,” he said.
Balaka District Commissioner Bibu Yusuf Mdala described the project as a major relief for the community.
“This project will help the health centre and surrounding communities access clean water and improve service delivery,” he said.
FAM reaffirmed its commitment to investing in health and education initiatives, ensuring that football continues to deliver impact beyond the pitch.
