By Shaffie A Mtambo
The Football Association of Malawi (FAM) and NBS Bank have announced the highly anticipated kickoff of the inaugural NBS Bank National Division League (NDL).
The league is set to commence on May 24 at the Mchinji Community Centre Ground with a match between Villa United and Mitundu Baptist.
FAM President Fleetwood Haiya revealed that the association’s recent executive committee meeting agreed to double the subvention for each participating team to K15 million from 7.5 million .
NBS Bank Chief Operations Officer Shadrick Chikusilo expressed confidence in the partnership between NBS Bank and FAM, stating, “This league will take our brand everywhere and boost the quality of football in the country.”
The bank has injected K982 million into the league for three seasons, showcasing its dedication to promoting football in Malawi.
The NDL, which features 12 teams, has replaced the regional football leagues as Malawi’s second-tier league. The top three teams will qualify for the elite League.
The league’s structure and format are designed to promote competition and excellence, providing a platform for teams to showcase their skills and compete at a higher level.
