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The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has moved to officially unveil a modern state-of-the-art bus for the national teams, which aims to address logistical challenges in Zambian football.
According to a statement from FAZ, the bus, funded under FIFA’s Forward Development Programme at $428,187.32 (about K11,991,332), is designed to provide the national teams with reliable and comfortable transportation for local and international engagements.
Speaking at the unveiling ceremony held at Football House attended by key stakeholders, including FIFA Representative David Fani, FAZ President Andrew Kamanga highlighted the importance of the new bus in elevating the operations of Zambia’s national teams.
“There could have been no better way to drive into 2025 than the way we are moving in the brand-new year. What we are witnessing today is a continuation of the progressive trajectory that we were on in 2024. The project that we are unveiling today speaks to real football development as its impact is instant,” said Kamanga in a statement seen by Pan-Africa Football.
“It is only befitting that having recorded positive results in 2024, our teams should also be elevated in the manner they are projected to the public. Over the years, transporting our national teams during local and international engagements has been a persistent challenge.”
Kamanga further acknowledged FIFA’s broader support for Zambian football, including the $10 million Technical Centre project launched in 2024.
“This modern bus, acquired through the FIFA forward support program, marks a major milestone in resolving that issue. We extend our gratitude to the FIFA regional office and our dedicated faz secretariat, whose tireless efforts ensured the successful delivery of this project.”
FIFA Representative Fani lauded FAZ for its efficient use of FIFA’s resources, emphasizing the strategic importance of the bus acquisition.
“We are here this morning to bear witness to the unveiling of this bus and it is a proud moment for FAZ to have reached this important milestone. It is undeniable that the FAZ’s needs are many and varied. By purchasing the bus we are about to unveil, FAZ took an important step to address some of the challenges it faces,” explained Fani.
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