Success stories
Patience Mitutu
Child Protection Officer/Counsellor
As a passionate advocate for education and community development, I was drawn to AOTB’s mission to empower young people in Africa through sports, education, and mentorship. Through my involvement with the organization, I have had the privilege of working with an incredible team, inspiring young minds, and witnessing firsthand the transformative power of education and sports. My connection at AOTB has not only shaped my perspective but also fuelled my desire to make a meaningful impact in the world."
My thrilling news is that after months of hard work and dedication, I am honoured to announce that I have been sponsored to pursue my Masters' degree at Cavendish University in Zambia. This is a dream come true, and I can't wait to embark on this new chapter.
Through this opportunity, I hope to inspire and encourage others, just as AOTB has inspired & empowered me.
"I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you for your unwavering support and encouragement. Your belief in me and my dreams has meant the world, and I am honoured to have you as part of my journey. Thank you, Patience"
Agnes Chilando
AOTB Leader and Captain
Over the course of my involvement with AOTB it has been a life changing experience not only for me but for my family as well.
As a young leader and player (captain) for AOTB, I get to share my knowledge with my peers plus the community. Over the years AOTB helped me through my school education.
After I completed Grade 12, I was supported with a course in computer science at Lusaka Youth Resource Center in 2023 and this coming year, I will be supported with a course in Public Administration in the school of social science & humanities at the University of Zambia.
"I am truly grateful for the journey with AOTB in my life and I would advise people to get involved as the organisation is not only about football, but changing lives and helping communities."
Faith Kaunda
From Kalingalinga To The World.
Faith Kaunda has come through the AOTB club having had her schools fees supported by AOTB, and is now training with the Copper Princesses, Zambia U17 women’s national team, gearing up for the 2025 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. This 14-year-old sensation has already made waves in the qualifiers and showed off her skills as a versatile winger and left back.
She became the First Female to breakthrough to the National Team set up since the introduction of Africa on the Ball’s K Town Queens In 2016.
Faith, who is currently on a loan with The National League Outfit, with ZedPro Sports Foundation was crowned COSAFA U17 Champion in Namibia, as well as winning the Award for the youngest player in the FAZ National League Division 1.
Dreams Do Come True.
Peter Kasongo
AOTB Volunteer
"My involvement with the organisation begun in 2020 when the manager talked to me about how the organisation operates and I became interested .
AOTB is currently supporting me with a course in Food production and General hospitality at Lusaka Youth Resource Center Training School in which I will do my best to make the most of the opportunity presented to me.
Furthermore my engagement with different trainers has helped impart skills in me such as how to attend and administer first aid on and off the football pitch.
Most importantly, I have learnt how to keep myself healthy, including staying away from drugs and bad company.
I encourage everyone who wishes to join to feel free to just come along - you will be welcomed just as you are. The organisation is here to support you in any way it can.
If there is one thing Africa On The Ball (AOTB) has helped me understand is that life is full of surprises and you never know what's around the corner."
