Charamba graduates with accounting degree at US university

Zimbabwean sprint sensation Makanakaishe Charamba has graduated from Auburn University in the United States, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting while continuing to excel as a student-athlete.

In a statement posted on its official Facebook page on Monday, the Zimbabwe Olympic Committee (ZOC) praised Charamba for successfully balancing academic commitments with a demanding athletics career.

"Balancing elite academics with world-class performance, he has not only been a standout sprinter for Auburn but a history-making athlete for Zimbabwe. From reaching the 200m final at the 2024 Paris Olympics to securing multiple NCAA national titles - this is what dedication looks like," the committee said.

ZOC added that Charamba's achievements both on the track and in the classroom are a testament to his discipline and determination.

"The future is bright. Congratulations, Maka - you've made the nation proud!" the statement read.