A dramatic twist, that’s the unpredictable nature of football, Malawian coach Charles Manda has parted ways with Bantu Football Club — just days after leading the Lesotho giants to a triumphant victory in the People’s Cup.
Bantu FC, in a statement released on Friday morning, confirmed the end of Manda’s tenure alongside his technical lieutenants — Assistant Coach Kabelo Malapane and Goalkeeper Coach Esaiah Mosala. Their contracts, the club said, have reached their conclusion and will not be renewed.
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Appointed on January 23, Charles Manda’s spell in Lesotho football may have been brief, but it was nothing short of impactful. In less than six months, the former Flames assistant coach reshaped Bantu into a formidable unit, culminating in the cup triumph that now stands as his legacy.
The People’s Cup final was more than just silverware for Manda — it was personal. Facing his former club Matlama, the same team he led to Independence Cup success in 2022 before his unexpected dismissal, Manda found poetic justice on the grandest stage.
“I am overjoyed to have won my first trophy with Bantu,” Manda said after the final. “To do it against Matlama — where I had both highs and lows — adds a special edge to this victory.
In their statement, Bantu FC paid tribute to the departing trio for their dedication, professionalism, and valuable contribution to the club’s progress. The management lauded their “legacy of hard work and commitment,” while urging supporters to await further announcements regarding the club’s next technical direction.
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