By Burnett Munthali
Bangwe All Stars has been dissolved due to financial difficulties.
Bangwe was one of the teams that were relegated from the Super League last season.
The owner of the team, Mphatso Jika, has stated that he can no longer afford to keep the team playing in the National Division League.
According to Jika, the lowest-paid player in the team earned K150,000, while some players received as much as K400,000.
He also mentioned that for a trip to the Northern Region, the team required a minimum of K6 million.
Bangwe joined the country’s top league in 2023 and performed well enough to secure a place in the Airtel Top 8 tournament.
Despite their strong performance, financial constraints have forced the team to shut down, highlighting the financial struggles that many football clubs face in Malawi.
The dissolution of Bangwe All Stars serves as a reminder of the economic challenges that affect football development in the country.
Without sustainable funding and sponsorship, many promising teams may continue to struggle, affecting the overall growth of Malawian football.
Supporters and stakeholders are now left questioning what the future holds for grassroots football and how similar teams can avoid the same fate.
The story of Bangwe All Stars is a wake-up call for football authorities to find lasting solutions to the financial struggles of local clubs.
A structured and well-funded football system is essential to ensuring that clubs do not collapse due to financial constraints.
As Malawian football continues to evolve, the need for financial stability remains crucial for both established and emerging teams.
The fall of Bangwe All Stars marks a significant moment in Malawi’s football history, calling for urgent interventions in club financing and management.
