ZAMBIA’S qualification for the Morocco 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has brought an electrifying wave of joy and pride across the country. A hard-fought 1-0 victory over the formidable Ivory Coast at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium in Ndola, secured by a brilliant first-half strike from Kennedy Musonda, has sealed our ticket to the continent’s most prestigious tournament. With this triumph, the Chipolopolo have once again proven that they belong among Africa’s footballing elite. Yet, amidst the celebrations, as the echoes of jubilant fans fade into the night, we must pause to ask ourselves a critical question: are we truly prepared for the tournament ahead? The road to Morocco must not simply be seen as an end in itself, but as...

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