Zambian Soccer Star Rainfold Kalaba Regains Consciousness After Serious Car Accident

Former Zambian soccer captain Rainfold Kalaba regains consciousness after a serious car accident, raising hope for his recovery among the Zambian soccer community and fans across Africa.

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Zambian Soccer Star Rainfold Kalaba Regains Consciousness After Serious Car Accident

Zambian Soccer Star Rainfold Kalaba Regains Consciousness After Serious Car Accident

Rainfold Kalaba, the former captain of the Zambia national soccer team and longtime player for TP Mazembe in the Democratic Republic of Congo, has regained full consciousness and is able to talk after being involved in a serious car accident on the Great North Road in Kafue, Zambia. The 38-year-old midfielder had been admitted to the University Teaching Hospital (UTH) in Lusaka for the past seven days following the collision between his Mercedes Benz and a Howo truck.

According to UTH Public Relations Officer Nzeba Chanda, Kalaba's condition has greatly improved since the accident. "Rainfold Kalaba took his first meal since the accident on Saturday and is now stable, fully conscious, and able to talk," Chanda stated. "The medical team is providing close monitoring and care, and they will continue to update the public on his condition."

The accident occurred around 12:20 hours at Kafue S Corners, near Kafue Quarry. Kalaba had sustained suspected internal injuries and was swiftly transported to UTH. The unidentified female driver of the Howo truck involved in the collision died on the spot.

Why this matters: Kalaba is considered one of the greatest Zambian soccer players of all time. He was a key member of the Chipolopolo squad that won the Africa Cup of Nations trophy in 2012, ending Zambia's long wait for the continental title. His successful recovery is welcome news for the Zambian soccer community and fans across Africa who have been following his condition closely.

As Kalaba continues to recover at UTH, Chanda assured that the hospital's medical team is closely monitoring his progress. "The medical team at UTH is continuing to provide close monitoring and care, and they have promised to keep the public informed about his condition," Chanda said. The Zambian soccer federation and TP Mazembe officials have also sent their well wishes to Kalaba and his family during this challenging time.

Key Takeaways

  • Rainfold Kalaba, former Zambia captain, regained consciousness after car accident.
  • Kalaba was admitted to UTH in Lusaka for 7 days after collision with Howo truck.
  • Kalaba took first meal on Saturday and is now stable, conscious, and able to talk.
  • Kalaba is considered one of Zambia's greatest soccer players, winning AFCON in 2012.
  • UTH is closely monitoring Kalaba's progress, and Zambian soccer community wishes him well.