By Pempho Nkhoma

Blantyre, February 15, Mana: Malawi Kickboxing Association (MAKBA) has organised a training programme for kickboxing trainers on May 24, 2025, at Blantyre Sports Arena to equip trainers with knowledge and skills in the sport and mixed martial arts.

MAKBA General Secretary, Bright Limani told Malawi News Agency (Mana) that the programme will promote Kickboxing across Malawi.

“It will not take part in another district due to budgetary constraints but people from other districts who can manage can come to Blantyre for training,” he said.

Limani added that Malawi can benefit from the sport, saying that kickboxers have the potential to bring glory to Malawi on the international stage.

“We have participated in five international tournaments, so far and we got over 22 medals and two trophies from these outings,” he added.

One of the Kickboxer trainers, Arthur Bello, commended MAKBA for arranging the training session, saying the training has come at the right time as the country is in the process of developing the game.

“We are excited about the training programme for coaches because we will do a refresher in Kickboxing techniques and rules. The training will have a direct impact on the performance of our players,” he said.

He therefore encouraged practising and inspiring coaches to attend the training, citing that it would be beneficial to their careers.

MAKBA will conduct a coaches training programme concurrently with the training of female kickboxers.