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Africa-Press – Malawi. <\/strong><\/span>In a bold step toward eradicating violence and enhancing the match-day experience, the Football Association of Malawi (FAM) is hosting a three-day CAF Safety and Security training workshop in Lilongwe, aimed at revolutionizing security standards at football venues across the country.<\/p>\n

The training, led by CAF Safety Officer Xolile Vilakati and CAF Instructor Dixon Okello, is equipping local football security personnel with cutting-edge protocols and strategies to manage safety and ensure a welcoming atmosphere for fans, players, and officials alike.<\/p>\n

Speaking at the official opening on Tuesday, FAM Vice President Christopher Madalitso Kuyera underscored the urgency of making Malawian football environments safer and more professional.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is an honour and privilege for Malawi. We want to reach a point where hooliganism is a thing of the past. We are even considering reducing reliance on police and investing more in trained stewards,\u201d Kuyera stated.<\/p>\n

The initiative comes at a time when incidents of pitch invasions and crowd trouble have threatened to undermine the spirit of the game. The training aims to instill a new culture of safety, customer care, and proactive crowd control at both local and national football events.<\/p>\n

CAF Safety Officer Vilakati emphasized that stadiums should be sanctuaries for joy and community, not zones of fear.<\/p>\n

\u201cFootball venues are not war zones. Families, including children, should feel safe and excited about watching football. A positive stadium experience can ignite dreams in the hearts of the next generation,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

Vilakati further stressed that while police presence around stadium perimeters remains important, professional stewards and private security are better suited to handle internal match-day operations with a customer-centric approach.<\/p>\n

\u201cFootball fans are our customers\u2014we must offer service, not force. The goal is to protect and uplift the game, not intimidate supporters,\u201d she added.<\/p>\n

The workshop is expected to have a lasting impact on how matches are secured in Malawi, potentially reducing violence, enhancing crowd management, and restoring fan confidence in attending live games.<\/p>\n

With this initiative, FAM is not only raising the bar for football safety in Malawi but also aligning with international best practices to make football not just a game\u2014but a truly enjoyable and secure experience for all.<\/p>\n

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