The Zambian Premier League (ZPL) hosted its inaugural Women’s Football Awards Gala in Lusaka on Saturday night to celebrate the best performers of the 2024/25 Eden University Women’s League season.
The evening was headlined by ZESCO Ndola Girls’ star striker Penelope Mulubwa, who scooped the prestigious Player of the Season award after a record-breaking campaign that saw her net 35 goals to also claim the Golden Boot. Mulubwa’s lethal form was central to ZESCO’s impressive run, cementing her as one of the most feared forwards in the country.
Her club’s success was further underlined by Annie Namonje, who walked away with the Golden Glove award after a season filled with heroic saves and numerous clean sheets. William Zulu, head coach of ZESCO Ndola Girls, was also named Coach of the Year, adding another feather to the club’s decorated campaign.
In the Fans’ Player of the Season category, Green Buffaloes midfielder Evarine Susan Katongo earned the most public votes for her electrifying performances and consistent leadership throughout the season.
The league’s future looks bright with Mercy Chipasula of Kamfinsa Police Blue Eagles clinching the Young Player of the Season award. Her dynamic presence in midfield and maturity beyond her years have made her one to watch.
BELOW ARE ALL THE AWARD WINNERS:
Main awards
Player of the Season: Penelope Mulubwa (ZESCO Ndola Girls)
Fans’ Player of the Season: Evarine Susan Katongo (Green Buffaloes)
Golden Boot Winner: Penelope Mulubwa (ZESCO Ndola Girls) – 35 goals
Golden Glove: Annie Namonje (ZESCO Ndola Girls)
Young Player of the Season: Mercy Chipasula (Kamfinsa Police Blue Eagles)
Coach of the Year: William Zulu (ZESCO Ndola Girls)
Match Officials
Referee of the Season: Patricia Anna Banda
Assistant Referee of the Season: Dorcas Chibale
Media Awards
Journalist of the Year – Television: Victoria Linosi (Crown TV)
Journalist of the Year – Print: Chewe Kaliwile (Zambia Daily Mail)
Journalist of the Year – Radio: Jeremiah Chalwe (Joy FM)
Journalist of the Year – Digital: Aaron Mubanga (ZamFoot)
Photographer of the Season: Limbikani Mtonga (Nchanga Ranger Queens)
Club Media of the Year: Verita Muyunda (ZESCO Ndola Girls)
Supporters & Special Recognition
Fan of the Season: Enerst Mwansa (ZESCO Ndola Girls)
President’s Recognition Award: Mama Saili
