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FAZ Arbitration Tribunal Reinstates Ng’andu’s Candidacy; Simwanza & Mwenya Appeals Dismissed
The FAZ Arbitration Tribunal has ruled to restore Ng’andu’s candidacy, overturning the previous decision that had disqualified him, while simultaneously dismissing the appeals filed by Simwanza and Mwenya, effectively ending their challenges in the ongoing electoral process.
This decision marks a significant turning point in the dispute, solidifying Ng’andu’s position as a valid candidate moving forward.
Below in the full statement released by Football Association Of Zambia!
The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) wishes to inform its members and stakeholders that the FAZ Arbitration Tribunal has issued rulings on the electoral appeals submitted by various candidates regarding their eligibility for the upcoming elections.
The Tribunal has re-instated Kabwe Warriors chairperson Mutale Ng’andu on the ballot after the Electoral Committee and the Appeals Committee had declared him ineligible in their sittings.
Additionally, the committee has upheld the decision of the Electoral Appeals Committee in the case of Northern Province chairperson Mwansa Kapyanga, who had appealed the decision of the Electoral Committee and Appeals Committee to declare him ineligible to re-contest his position. This means that Kapyanga remains ineligible to contest in the Northern Province elections set for Friday 21 March 2025.
Similarly, the tribunal has rejected the appeals of Gideon Mwenya and Pivoty Simwanza, both of whom had sought to contest the position of FAZ Vice President. With this ruling, the decision of the Electoral Appeals Committee stands and the two remain ineligible for the election.
The ruling clears the way for N’gandu to contest the vice presidency joining incumbent Justin Mumba on the ballot.
“This means that Mr. N’gandu is now eligible to contest for the position of FAZ Vice-President in the March 29 elections,” FAZ general secretary Reuben Kamanga said.
Kamanga said FAZ remained committed to ensuring a transparent and fair electoral process in line with its statutes and governance principles.
For and on behalf of:
FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION OF ZAMBIA
Sydney Mungala
COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
