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In a groundbreaking move, twelve distinguished business entities in the vibrant city of Mzuzu have come together to form the ‘Mzuzu 12 Sponsors’ consortium, aiming to sponsor and support the Northern Region Football Association (NRFA) league.

This momentous partnership sees them joining forces with the esteemed Bishop Simama and Sons (SIMSON) in a bid to elevate the league to new heights  resulting in a substantial increase in sponsorship for the NRFA league, with the funding soaring from five million (K5 000 000.00) to an impressive twenty-five million kwacha (K25 000 000.00).

This significant financial boost, which comes in the form of a year-long deal subject to renewal after reviews, represents a major milestone for football in the northern region.

Council Victor Gondwe, the Chairperson of the ‘Mzuzu 12 Sponsors’, expressed the consortium’s unwavering commitment to the development of football in the region emphasizing that the sponsorship partnership with the NRFA is a token of gratitude to the community for their steadfast love and support for the beautiful game.

“We must emphasize on the importance of fair play among players and league officials, but also let me give a stern warning against any form of hooliganism that could jeopardize the sustainability of the sponsorship partnership,” said Gondwe.

Adding his voice to the chorus of support, Lameck Zettu Khonje, the 2nd Vice President of the Football Association of Malawi (FAM), called upon soccer enthusiasts and the entire population in the northern region to rally behind the league and support the business entities.

“We have every reason to thank the ‘Mzuzu 12 Sponsors’ for their visionary initiative, highlighting the positive impact that increased sponsorship which will significantly lead to the growth and development of football in the region,” said Khonje.

Khonje further said that the exciting football goes into the history of northern region football, providing a bright and prosperous future lying ahead with the unity and generosity displayed by the ‘Mzuzu 12 Sponsors’ expecting an assurance to usher in an era of heightened excitement, competition, and success for the NRFA.

Notable names of the business entities forming the Mzuzu 12 Sponsors include: Mzuzu Panel Beaters, Double M Motors & General Service, Kwithu Kitchen, Bath and Tile Masters, Uncle Jose, Ilala Crest Lodge, Gabriel General Trading, Nyika Property Consultants & Valuers and Hope A & I Investment.