By Rahim Abdul
Ten teams in the 2026/27 NBM Women’s Premiership have received a combined K100 million from the Football Association of Malawi (FAM) as part of financial support aimed at easing their preparations and operational costs for the new season.
Each of the participating teams has received K10 million as the first instalment of a financial package that will see every club receive a total of K17.5 million during the season.
FAM FAM Communications Manager Collins Nsunza says the funding is part of its efforts to strengthen women’s football in Malawi, support participating clubs and improve the competitiveness of the league.
Collins Nsunza
He says the financial assistance is intended to help teams meet some of their operational expenses and prepare adequately for the season.
Nsunza has however,thanked National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc for its continued support of women’s football through its sponsorship of the competition.
He said the funding will contribute to improving the competitiveness of the league as teams battle for honours during the 2026/27 campaign.
The 2026/27 NBM Women’s Premiership kicked off on September 19, 2026, with the eventual champions set to receive K15 million in prize money.
Defending champions Silver Strikers Ladies began their title defence with a 3-1 victory over Kukoma Ntopwa Women at Mpira Stadium in the opening match.
