Malawi seeks to become women’s football giant, launch blueprint

Malawi Women’s Football Strategic Plan 2025 to 2027 has been launched, with the authorities describing the document as a blueprint for the development of the game in the Southern African nation.

The Football Association of Malawi (FAM) and the National Women’s Football Association (NWFA) unveiled the plan at a ceremony held in the country’s commercial capital, Blantyre, on Monday, 18 May 2026. NWFA president Adelaide Migogo attended the ceremony.

In a statement, FAM president Fleetwood Haiya described the strategic plan as a roadmap for the development and growth of women’s football in Malawi.

The Football Association of Malawi (FAM) on Monday launched the Malawi Women’s Football Strategic Plan 2025 to 2027 at Mpira Village in Blantyre.

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Malawi women’s football set for growth

He added that the association is determined to turn Malawi into a women’s football giant in the Southern Africa football block of COSAFA.

“Today marks a proud and historic milestone as we officially launch the Malawi Women’s Football Strategic Plan 2025 to 2027, a bold roadmap to position Malawi as a leading force in women’s football within COSAFA and Africa,” he said.

The Malawi FA leader said the plan reflects his association’s commitment to creating sustainable pathways for girls and women in football.

“This strategy reflects our commitment to developing sustainable pathways for girls and women through grassroots football, elite competitions, governance, marketing, and technical development. It is an investment not only in football, but also in empowerment, leadership, and national progress,” he said.

Pillars of the strategic plan

According to the statement, the strategy’s pillars include grassroots football, elite competitions, governance, marketing and communication, and technical development.

Migogo described the launch of the plan as a big step in women’s football while acknowledging the support of all stakeholders, including official sponsor National Bank of Malawi.

“I am very grateful to FAM and FIFA for helping us with this roadmap. This will guide us on how we can work and how we can move forward with the under 14, 16, and under=17,” she said.

The plan is expected to enhance competition pathways and support the growth of players, coaches, referees, and administrators.