South African referee Akhona Makalima has a strong message for fans to follow government guidelines to save lives and get football back under way across the COSAFA region. Makalima, who was the only female referee on the Premier Soccer League panel, is a rising star of African officiating and has also performed on CAF and
Top Zambian referee Janny Sikazwe is used to keeping an eye on some of the world’s top footballers, but he now has a message for fans from across the COSAFA region in the battle against the coronavirus. Sikazwe is one of the most respected referees from the African continent, and he officiated at two matches
Orlando Pirates midfielder Ben Motshwari became the first player from the COSAFA region to test positive for the coronavirus last week and is currently having treatment at home. Motshwari’s positive test was announced by his club just as the Premier Soccer League and South African Football Association plot a way back to playing in the
Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) General Secretary Adrian Kashala says they are hopeful that football may be able to resume soon as government relaxes restrictions caused by the coronavirus pandemic. FAZ have long stated that their aim is to finish the 2019/20 Super League season on the pitch, with a thrilling finish to the campaign
The Football Association of Malawi (FAM) has been at the forefront of fighting the coronavirus pandemic in the country, providing practical assistance to authorities, such as the offer of the Luwinga Technical Centre Premises in Mzuzu to the Ministry of Health as a quarantine Centre. While football is on hold in the country, like so
While African leagues remain in limbo, or have been cancelled altogether, some of the continent’s stars will be back in action soon as competitions in Europe gear up for the re-start. But this won’t include Mozambique international Witi, who has been a superb performer at recent COSAFA Cup tournaments and plays his club football for
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has suggested that the use of face masks is vital in the fight against the spread of the coronavirus, and urges citizens to wear them whenever they leave the home. This is especially so for public transport, but where possible masks should be worn at all times and some countries,
Many countries around the world are highlighting the vital role that frontline health workers are playing in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic, putting their lives on the line to treat patients. In many instances this is done without the necessary equipment to protect themselves, and has led to a high mortality rate among doctors
By Moagi Madisa English-based midfielder Renei Batlokwa of Canvey Island FC has joined his Botswana national teammates Mogakolodi Ngele and Mpho Kgaswane to relay his heartfelt message of courage to Batswana against the coronavirus pandemic. When speaking to COSAFA.com, Batlokwa said the pandemic has affected the world and it will important for every individual to
Leagues across the COSAFA region are contemplating the way forward for their domestic competitions due to the coronavirus pandemic, with some having already decided to call time on the 2019/20 campaign. It was announced on Thursday that the Angolan Girabola campaign was declared null and void, bringing a close to the championship. There were just
