Malawi Scorchers captain Tabitha Chawinga has been voted the February player of the month at Olympique Lyonnais, according to Owinna. Chawinga secured the honour following a fan vote after scoring three goals and providing two assists in three appearances for the French club during the month.
In domestic women's football, Chitoliro Heroines and Fact Academy have secured promotion to the NBM Womens Premiership following the conclusion of their respective regional leagues this weekend. Owinna reports that Chitoliro Heroines, formerly known as Bangwe All Stars Ladies, clinched the Southern Region FAM Womens League title on Sunday with a 1-0 victory over Ndirande Giants through a late goal by Judith Kabwemba. The win ensured they finished one point ahead of Ekhaya Women, who missed out on promotion despite a 2-1 win against Allan Ladies. In the Central Region, Fact Academy earned their promotion after finishing top of the standings with a 1-0 win over Hungry Lions.
Meanwhile, Silver Strikers have bolstered their squad ahead of the new season with the signing of forward Mally Kasongo from Chitipa United. According to Owinna, Kasongo has agreed to a three-year contract with the Bankers. He is the club's third signing of the window, following the recent acquisitions of goalkeeper Christopher Mikuwa and defender Lumbani Nyondo.
In regional football news, Malawian internationals Lawrence Chaziya and William Thole began their season in Zimbabwe with a clean sheet on Sunday. Owinna reports that the duo helped Simba Bhora secure a 1-0 victory over Manica Diamonds in the opening round of the Castle Lager Premier League. Chaziya made his league debut for the club in the match, while Thole retained his position as the first-choice goalkeeper for his second season.