Jacques Mwamba Ndumba elected new president of the Katanga Football League
On Saturday October 13, 2023, Jacques Mwamba Ndumba was elected president of the Katanga Football League (LIFKAT), succeeding former leader Ernest Mwamba. This sub-delegated entity of the umbrella body of Congolese football will now be headed by Jacques Mwamba for a four-year mandate.
With a total of 53 votes, Jacques Mwamba achieved a landslide victory in the elections, demonstrating the confidence and support of the Katanga football community towards his vision and ability to address the challenges of local football.
In his victory speech, Jacques Mwamba affirmed his commitment to working with determination for the interest of Katangese football. He promised to develop and implement strategies to improve the level of football in the region.
To achieve this goal, the new president of LIFKAT plans to form a strong committee composed of football enthusiasts. This committee will be responsible for developing plans and initiatives to promote the development and growth of football throughout the Katanga province.
Among the members of the committee, Clémence Ngoy was elected deputy executive secretary. His experience and skills will be valuable in supporting Jacques Mwamba’s efforts in achieving his vision.
Jacques Mwamba Ndumba takes the helm of LIFKAT in a context of many challenges for local football. He will have to face issues such as improving sports infrastructure, strengthening the level of play of teams and promoting football among young people.
His victory represents a new chance for Katangese football to develop and shine on the national and international scene. With a dedicated team and targeted initiatives, Jacques Mwamba has everything in hand to achieve his ambition of lifting Katanga football to new heights.
Concluding his speech, Jacques Mwamba thanked all those who supported his candidacy and called for unity and collaboration among all stakeholders in Katangese football to work together to achieve their common goals.
The appointment of Jacques Mwamba Ndumba as President of LIFKAT marks the start of a new era for Katanga football, and football fans eagerly await to see the concrete results of his leadership and initiatives.