NBM ready to kick off Women’s Premiership

By Blessings Kapina, contributor:

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc says it is ready for the return of the Women’s Premiership, with the 2026-27 season set to kick off this coming Saturday.

The league’s return is expected to create more opportunities for female footballers to compete regularly, develop their talent and strengthen the growth of women’s football in Malawi.

Speaking in an interview on Tuesday, NBM plc Marketing and Corporate Affairs Manager Akossa Mphepo-Hiwa said the bank remained committed to supporting initiatives that empowered women and girls through sport.

“Women’s football continues to show great potential in Malawi and the return of the league is an important step in giving players the competitive environment they need to grow.

We are pleased to play a part in creating that opportunity,” Mphepo-Hiwa said.

She said their interest in the competition went beyond supporting matches, with the bank keen to see the league contribute to the development of players, clubs and the wider women’s game.

National Women’s Football Association resident Adellaide Migogo said the return of the league would boost the Scorchers’ preparations for the 2027 Fifa Women’s World Cup.

“We are excited. This really shows that NBM plc has confidence in women’s football and the girl-child. The girls will be active in preparation for the World Cup,” Migogo said.

The 2026-27 NBM Women’s Premiership League will feature 10 teams, including three debutants Chitoliro Heroines, Pact Women’s Football Club and Rumphi Sisters.