Malawi FA suspends committee member Mtanthiko over alleged sexual abuse investigation

By Edwin Mbewe

LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-The country’s Football Association of Malawi (FAM) executive committee member Daudi Mtanthiko has been suspended following allegations of sexual misconduct involving a female official during the Malawi Women’s National Team’s recent trip to South Africa.

The suspension comes in response to a formal request from the Malawi National Council of Sports, which called on the football body to act and allow space for a full investigation into the matter.

In a statement released on Sunday, April 20, 2025, FAM denied rumors circulating on social media that Mtanthiko was part of the Malawi Schools Girls’ National Football Team currently in Accra, Ghana, for the CAF African Schools Championship.

“The Football Association of Malawi (FAM) would like to categorically refute rumors being circulated by the Malawi Voice, alleging that one of its executive committee members, Mr. Daudi Mtanthiko, has traveled with the Malawi Schools Team currently in Accra, Ghana,” the statement reads.

“FAM wishes to clarify that Mr. Mtanthiko is currently under suspension pending investigations into allegations leveled against him. As such, he is not part of the delegation in Ghana.

FAM is engaging relevant authorities to address the deliberate spread of false information and remains committed to promoting responsible and accountable media reporting,” reads FAM statement further.

Reacting to the development, Malawi National Council of Sports Chief Executive Officer Henry Kamata welcomed FAM’s move, describing it as a positive initial step toward accountability.

“The FA has formally responded to our letter, and for us, this is a positive development. However, this is just the beginning. The most important aspect is ensuring that the investigation is fair, smooth, and transparent,” said Kamata.

FAM confirmed it launched an internal investigation into the matter last week. In addition to the Sports Council, the Council of Southern Africa Football Associations (COSAFA) has also requested a detailed report from FAM regarding the allegations.