Ana Tisewere project held football coaching and refereeing training in Blantyre

SAPOF’s Ana Tisewere project recently held a five-day coaching and football refereeing training at Mpapa Primary School in Soche, Blantyre. The training, facilitated by experts from the Football Association of Malawi (FAM), brought together pupils and community members, providing them with valuable skills and knowledge.

participants during the training 

Desmond Sili, a 13-year-old participant, expressed his excitement about the training, saying, “I am so happy with what SAPOF has done for allowing me to participate in the training. These five days training has sent a tone to my dream towards becoming a professional referee.”

FIFA/CAF Referees Instructor Michael Makoto praised SAPOF for organizing the training, highlighting the crucial role referees play in football outcomes.

Makoto: during the training 

Speaking after the training, renown football coach Chancy Nsema echoed Makoto’s sentiments, emphasizing the importance of knowledgeable coaches in football development.

The Ana Tisewere project, implemented in two schools in Ntcheu and Blantyre, uses sports to promote education and mental health. The training is expected to have a positive impact on the participants, inspiring them to pursue careers in football coaching and refereeing.