Mweemba steps down as Technical Committee chair

Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) President Keith Mweemba has officially stepped down from his position as Chairperson of the National Team Technical Committee after holding the dual role for a year. The announcement was made by FAZ General Secretary Charles Chakatazya through an official statement released in Lusaka, marking a notable restructuring within Football House as the administration looks to streamline its governance and operational oversight. Mr. Mweemba's decision to relinquish his post at the head of the technical committee is widely perceived by sports analysts as a move to foster greater administrative transparency and avoid potential conflicts of interest. Critics and football stakeholders had previously raised concerns over the concentration of power, noting that an FAZ president heading the core technical body responsible for recommending and monitoring national team coaches could compromise independent oversight. By stepping aside, Mweemba aims to concentrate on his broader presidential mandate, providing strategic policy direction while allowing a dedicated chairperson to manage technical evaluations. Alongside Mweemba's departure from the committee helm, FAZ announced the notable appointment of Zambian football legend and former U-23 Men's National Team coach Peter Kaumba to the National Team Technical Committee. Association leadership expressed confidence that Kaumba's extensive experience and deep knowledge of the local game will inject much-needed expertise into the committee's deliberations. The technical body plays a pivotal role in shaping the trajectory of Zambia's national teams, including the Chipolopolo and age-group squads, through coach recruitment, performance assessment, and tactical recommendations. Football House has assured stakeholders that a new substantive chairperson for the technical committee will be named soon following consultations within the executive committee. This restructuring comes at a critical juncture for