Windhoek, Namibia – In a significant development for Namibian football, the Namibia Football Association (NFA) hosted an extraordinary congress over the weekend to ratify crucial changes in its statutes.
The amendments, notably granting increased voting powers to members, have far-reaching implications for the future governance of football in the country. The congress’s decisions have also set the stage for the forthcoming NFA Elective Congress scheduled for November 17, 2023, under the supervision of the FIFA Normalization Committee.
The NFA’s extraordinary congress, held with the participation of NFA members and other stakeholder, the key items on the agenda were revisions to the association’s statutes, with a focus on bolstering the participation and decision-making authority of its members. These changes reflect the association’s commitment to more inclusive and transparent governance.
The new statute include an enhancement of voting powers for its members, which marks a substantial shift in the dynamics of decision-making within the organization.
The approval of the revised NFA Statutes also green lit the FIFA Normalization Committee’s critical role in the upcoming NFA Elective Congress.
It now the responsibility of the FIFA Normalization Committee which was tasked with overseeing the electoral process and ensuring that it proceeds according to established regulations and international standards. Their role is crucial in maintaining the integrity and fairness of the election process, which will determine the leadership of the NFA for the next term.
The recent extraordinary congress signifies a pivotal moment in the organization’s history, with far-reaching implications for the future of football in Namibia.
