By Suleman Chitera
The Football Association of Malawi (FAM) has once again earned global recognition after its President, Fleetwood Haiya, and Executive Committee Member, Felister Dossi, were appointed to serve on FIFA’s newly established Standing Committees.
In the latest appointments, Haiya has been named to the FIFA Future of Football Committee, a key global body tasked with shaping the strategic development, innovation, and overall structure of the modern game. The committee focuses on creating sustainable football growth strategies worldwide and ensuring that the sport continues to evolve both technically and commercially.
On the other hand, Felister Dossi joins the FIFA Legal Committee, which plays a vital role in advising on football’s legal and regulatory framework. This includes reviewing statutes, disciplinary procedures, and governance structures to strengthen transparency and integrity in world football.
These appointments demonstrate FIFA’s growing confidence in Malawian football leadership and reflect the strides being made by the FAM administration in enhancing the country’s football reputation on the international stage.
A Proud Moment for Malawian Football
Speaking on the development, football analysts have described the appointments as a huge milestone for Malawi, highlighting how local football administrators are now being recognized at the highest levels of world football governance.
Under Fleetwood Haiya’s leadership, FAM has intensified efforts to modernize the game, promote grassroots development, and foster strong relationships with regional and international football bodies. Felister Dossi’s inclusion further cements Malawi’s place among respected football nations, especially in the area of governance and legal reform.
Global Recognition for Local Excellence
The inclusion of Malawian officials on FIFA Committees comes at a time when the country’s football scene continues to grow in professionalism and visibility. It also signals FIFA’s trust in the capacity and competence of African football leaders to contribute meaningfully to the global football agenda.
This achievement adds to Malawi’s growing list of football milestones and serves as motivation for upcoming administrators and players alike.
Congratulations to Fleetwood Haiya and Felister Dossi for flying the Malawian flag high on the global football stage.
Keywords: FAM President Fleetwood Haiya, Felister Dossi, FIFA Standing Committees, Future of Football Committee, FIFA Legal Committee, Malawi football, Football Association of Malawi, FIFA appointments, Malawian football news, FIFA recognition.
