FULLTIME DAILY – 15.10.26
1. ZAMBIA RUGBY SEEKS K620,000 FOR WOMEN’S SEVENS
Zambia Rugby Union president Louis Bweupe is appealing for K620,000 to fund the Women’s Sevens team’s trip to the Rugby Africa Women’s Sevens Cup in Nairobi, Kenya, on November 7 and 8. The money will cover travel, accommodation, training and equipment. Read more on page 2.
2. MWEETWA JOINS IOC BELIEVE IN SPORT AMBASSADORS
Former Zambia international Nchimunya Mweetwa has been named among the IOC’s Believe in Sport Ambassadors for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games. He will use his experience with match-fixing to educate young athletes about competition manipulation and the importance of protecting sporting integrity. Read more on page 2.
3. FAZ TO RECEIVE UP TO US$700,000 ANNUALLY FROM CAF
The Football Association of Zambia is set to receive up to US$700,000 annually following a 33 percent increase in CAF’s financial subventions to member associations. The funding is intended to support football development, including youth and women’s football, administration and grassroots programmes. Read more on page 4.
4. ZAMBIA SUFFER HEAVY DEFEAT TO MOROCCO
Zambia’s futsal team suffered a 7–0 defeat to defending champions Morocco in their second Group A match at the CAF Futsal Africa Cup of Nations. Despite the setback, Zambia remained second in the group, with a draw or win in their next match expected to secure a semi-final place. Read more on page 4.
5. FAZ DENIES REPORTS OF ASSAULT ON MWEEMBA
FAZ has dismissed social media reports alleging that president Keith Mweemba was physically assaulted during Zambia’s match against Uganda. General Secretary Charles Chakatazya said the disturbance involved two individuals who allegedly forced their way into the VVIP Lounge, with police later restoring order. Read more on page 6.
6. TRIATHLON ZAMBIA BUILDS LOCAL CAPACITY
Triathlon Zambia is conducting a two-day technical training programme at Golden Peacock Hotel from October 15 to 16. Facilitated by South African-based World Triathlon facilitator Retief Freysea, the programme aims to strengthen local skills and improve the administration and development of the sport. Read more on page 6.
7. THIERRY TAHURA LEADS HOCKEY GOALKEEPER VOTE
Thierry Tahura has topped the fans’ voting phase for the 2026 Zambia Hockey Association Premier League Goalkeeper of the Year award with 290 votes, representing 56 percent. The final winner is yet to be determined, with coaches accounting for the remaining 30 percent of the overall vote. Read more on page 6.
8. GREEN BUFFALOES PAIR WIN MIXED DOUBLES TITLE
Green Buffaloes’ Nakalanga Hamayangwe and Isabel Chisongo have won the 2026 Midlands Open Tennis Championships mixed doubles title. They defeated Abednego Kunda and Beatrice Phiri 6–3, 6–4 in the final at Lusaka Tennis Club. Read more on page 8.
9. FIFA PLANS EXTRA £2.6 BILLION FOR FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT
FIFA is set to propose an additional US$3.4 billion, equivalent to £2.6 billion, for global football development. The proposed increase would more than double planned distribution funding for 2027–2030, amid pressure for greater financial support for member associations. Read more on page 8.
10. REAL MADRID STAGE STUNNING LATE FIGHTBACK
Real Madrid produced a dramatic comeback to beat Roma after trailing 3–1, scoring three late goals to secure a memorable Champions League victory. Antonio Rudiger struck the decisive goal in the 90th minute. Read more on page 8.
