Nkana FC have been fined K100,000 and handed a five-match home ban following a Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) Disciplinary Committee ruling over political chanting by a section of their supporters.
The sanction follows an incident during Nkana’s MTN Super League fixture against Makeni All Stars at Nkana Stadium on 10 October 2026, when some supporters were reported to have chanted political slogans.
In a statement issued on Saturday, the Kitwe-based club confirmed that the FAZ Disciplinary Committee had delivered its ruling on 30 October after considering a complaint lodged by the Zambia Premier League (ZPL).
Nkana were formally asked to show cause why disciplinary action should not be taken and subsequently submitted a response expressing regret over the incident and outlining measures intended to prevent a recurrence.
The committee found the club guilty and imposed a K100,000 fine, alongside an order requiring Nkana to play their next five home matches at a neutral venue at least 300 kilometres from Nkana Stadium, behind closed doors.
However, the committee partially suspended the implementation of the five-match sanction after taking into account the club’s expression of remorse and proposed corrective measures.
The suspension gives Nkana an opportunity to demonstrate improved supporter conduct and implement the measures outlined in their response for the remainder of the season.
The club said it respected the committee’s decision and was committed to complying with its directives while engaging football authorities to ensure similar incidents do not happen again.
Nkana acknowledged the significant financial, logistical and sporting implications of playing home matches away from their traditional base without supporters.
The club also highlighted the impact such a punishment would have on the Kalampa faithful, who would be denied the opportunity to support their team at Nkana Stadium.
In an appeal to supporters, the club called on members of the Kalampa family to exercise restraint, respect football regulations and avoid chants or behaviour that could expose the institution to further disciplinary action.
“Protecting the reputation and future of our beloved club is a collective responsibility,” the statement said.
Nkana added that passion and loyalty should be expressed in ways that promote unity, protect the club’s reputation and uphold the values of football.
The statement was signed by Mike Mubanga, the club’s Media and Communications Manager.
