Despite losing to Lawyer Keith Mweemba, Andrew Kamanga, the former president of the Football Association of Zambia (FAZ), has hinted that his career in administration is far from over.
After a crushing defeat in which he received 20 votes to Mweemba’s 45, Kamanga was removed from his position as head of the Football House.
Adrian Kashala recorded 17 votes while former FAZ vice – president Emmanuel Munaile had no vote.
“My journey in football does not end here. I remain passionate about the game and committed to its growth, in whatever capacity I may serve,” Kamanga said in a statement, “Zambian football is bigger than any individual. Let us move forward together, upholding the values that protect and grow the beautiful game,” he said.
Kamanga who served as FAZ president from 2016 said it was an honour to lead the game at the highest level and extended a message of congratulations to Mweemba.
“While the results did not go in our favour, I accept the decision of the FAZ Council with humility and respect. I extend my congratulations to Mr. Keith Mweemba and his team, and I wish them success as they take on the responsibility of leading Zambian football forward,” he said.
Kamanga, credited for elevating the standard of women’s football at national team level, said he leaves the office with his head high.
“I leave this office with my head held high, proud of the foundation we laid from restoring structure and integrity to the game, to qualifying teams for major tournaments across all levels, including historic milestones in women’s and youth football,” he said.
