AKHONA-MAKALIMA
Akhona Makalima says the key to growing as a match official is to improve every day
With match officials coming under fire in recent times from fans and club officials alike, FIFA and CAF accredited South African referee, Akhona Makalima says she is not intimidated.
Akhona Makalima has set her sights on the next World Cup tournaments
Trailblazing FIFA-accredited referee, Akhona Makalima, has set her sights on the next big assignment – the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA and the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup, the host nation for the latter event is yet to be announced.
Akhona Makalima backs Banyana Banyana to overcome Nigeria’s Super Falcons
South African referee Akhona Makalima says Banyana Banyana’s performance in recent times has raised the standard of the women’s game in South Africa, and has inspired the next generation of female footballers.
VAR a necessary tool – PSL referee Akhona Makalima
Highly rated PSL referee Akhona Makalima is relishing the opportunity to be part of the VAR team at the AFCON, describing football’s most recent technology as a necessary tool.
Akhona Makalima 'overwhelmed with emotions' after FIFA Women's World Cup nod
Referee Akhona Makalima is the only South African representative among the list of match officials selected for the upcoming 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup.
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