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…as FAZ opens talks on doable new broadcast deal
FAZ president Andrew Kamanga says the affiliation will present $25,000 dollars help for groups that can take part in CAF competitions.
Speaking when he officiated on the 2025 Zambian Premier League (ZPL) Annual General Meeting (AGM), Kamanga mentioned FAZ would proceed to supply technical help to golf equipment as demonstrated with handover of Global Positioning System gear to all tremendous league golf equipment.
The FAZ chief revealed that beginning subsequent season golf equipment that qualify for CAF competitions would obtain a $50,000 package deal for qualification.
Kamanga mentioned FAZ had already put in movement plans for the introduction of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) within the Zambian Super League subsequent season.
“Our VAR project is already at an advanced stage with 40 VAR operators trained by Cosafa and FIFA. This project has been gradual since being piloted in an ABSA Cup final between Forest Rangers and MUZA,” he mentioned.
Kamanga disclosed that FAZ was in talks with a number one broadcast firm to exchange SuperSport who will exit the Zambian market at the tip of the present season.
“FAZ is in talks with a broadcast partner that should replace SuperSport. We have incorporated local partners and other content producers to make the deal more dynamic,” he mentioned.
The FAZ president mentioned the affiliation would franchise the advertising of the KoPa model and merchandise to the ZPL to be able to permit golf equipment to acquire the total vary of merchandise.
And Katongo mentioned the de-linking of ZPL from FAZ had dawned a brand new period within the Zambian sport.
“The de-linking of the Zambian Premier League from the Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) marked a new era of autonomy for the league, allowing us to focus on enhancing the league by professionalising and commercialising it. We remain committed to ensuring that this process is conducted seamlessly, with a clear framework that benefits all stakeholders,” he mentioned.
Katongo mentioned monetary stability could be important in taking the ZPL to the subsequent degree.
“On the Financial side, financial stability is crucial for the sustainability of the league, and I am pleased to report that we have met all our financial commitments and intend to even do more,” he mentioned.
“We have successfully paid all teams in the four leagues. This achievement reflects our dedication to professionalism and accountability in football administration.”
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