By Shaffie A Mtambo
Kansai Plascon (Malawi) Limited has announced a significant partnership with TNM Super League club Betika Mzuzu City Hammers.
The paint manufacturing company will inject K40 million into the club for the 2025 season and commit to purchasing a uniform and providing funds for Player of the Match awards.
This partnership marks a significant milestone for the Mzuzu-based club, which has been a consistent performer in the 16-team Super League since the 2020/21 season.
“We believe the team has a potential of enhancing the emergence of the company, taking into account the club’s improved performance last season,” said Yotam Katumbi, Plascon General Manager.
“Hammers FC is a young dynamic team that has not been relegated since promotion in 2020. Despite limited resources, they have been a model team, getting to two cup finals and finishing as a top-four team last season Katumbi added.
Gift Mkandawire, Hammers patron, expressed gratitude to Plascon for the partnership, which will go a long way in making the club more successful.
“We knocked on the doors of many companies but Plascon responded positively.We are very grateful to Plascon; we will propagate their name.”he explained.
2024 season Mzuzu City Hammers finished with 48 points from 30 games.
