President Hakainde Hichilema has purchased 30,000 tickets for the highly anticipated Kitwe Derby scheduled for today . The gesture is aimed at enabling a large number of supporters to attend the match between Power Dynamos and Nkana Football Club, one of the most followed fixtures on the Zambian football calendar.
Copperbelt Province Minister Elisha Matambo confirmed the development, explaining that out of the 30,000 tickets, 5,000 will be allocated to Power Dynamos supporters while another 5,000 will be given to Nkana Football Club fans. He said these allocations are intended to ensure that both sides have adequate representation in the stands during the derby.
Mr. Matambo further stated that the remaining 20,000 tickets will be distributed among general football fans. He noted that the distribution process will be conducted through the Ndola and Kitwe District Commissioner’s offices, where supporters can collect their tickets ahead of the match. According to him, this approach is expected to make the collection process organized and accessible to fans from different areas.
The Minister also highlighted preparations concerning security measures for the event. He said that authorities expect the match to proceed peacefully and that security personnel will be deployed in large numbers to maintain order. Mr. Matambo emphasized that the security presence will be reinforced to ensure that fans enjoy the game in a safe environment. He added that coordination between various security agencies has already begun as part of the planning process.
The Kitwe Derby, which brings together two of Zambia’s biggest football teams, often draws thousands of supporters, and the free-ticket initiative is anticipated to increase attendance even further. The match is expected to attract fans from within Kitwe and surrounding districts, with many already expressing interest in obtaining tickets.
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