U17 Women Coach Carol Kanyemba Makes History!! Carol Kanyemba Daka, the Zambian U17 football coach, has made history by becoming the first female head coach from Zambia to qualify a team for the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup. In 2021, Daka was the assistant coach to Kangwa Kaluba when the Zambian U17 Women’s team won the COSAFA championship. Now, in 2024, Daka has taken on the role of head coach and has led her team to a remarkable achievement. Her technical staff have secured a place in the U17 Women’s World Cup after beating Morocco 3-1 on aggregate in the qualifying rounds. This is a significant milestone for Zambian women’s football, as Daka has paved a new ground for more female coaches to reach the highest levels of the game. Daka’s success is a testament to her coaching abilities and her dedication to developing the next generation of Zambian women footballers. Her team’s qualification for the World Cup will undoubtedly inspire young girls in Zambia to pursue their dreams of becoming professional footballers and coaches. This achievement is a proud moment for Zambia and a significant step forward in the growth and recognition of women’s football on the global stage.
