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ACBF launches plan to support Zimbabwe bureaucrats
The African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF) has launched its inaugural leadership development programme in Zimbabwe, aimed at addressing governance challenges and building the capacity of pub...Published: 06 Nov 2024 at 07:00hrs | 95 | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF contaminating local football
Zanu-PF linked side Scottland is just one match away from securing a coveted ticket to the Premier Soccer League (PSL) as they prepare to face in-form Black Mambas in the final round of the Northern R...Published: 05 Nov 2024 at 08:38hrs | 1587 | by AFP
Zimbabwe Sables set to test their mettle in UAE, South Korea
The Sunday NewsAs part of their campaign to qualify for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia, Zimbabwe's senior men's rugby team, the Sables, will embark on a crucial tour of the United Arab ...Published: 27 Oct 2024 at 12:20hrs | 158 | by Staff reporter
Scottland FC players to get US$10,000 if promoted to PSL
Players of Scottland Football Club have been promised a lucrative US$10,000 each if they secure the Northern Region Soccer League (NRSL) championship ahead of current table leaders, MWOS. Club preside...Published: 22 Oct 2024 at 07:57hrs | 221 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean right-back Mabaya trains with Liverpool first-team
Zimbabwean right-back Isaac Mabaya was spotted training with Liverpool’s first team for the first time since head coach Arne Slot’s appointment earlier this season. The 20-year-old, who is part of...Published: 20 Oct 2024 at 21:11hrs | 2245 | by Staff reporter
UZ triumphs in National Moot Court competition
The University of Zimbabwe (UZ)'s Faculty of Law has once again proven its academic and practical excellence, emerging victorious in this year's International Human Rights national law moot court comp...Published: 18 Oct 2024 at 08:26hrs | 66 | by Staff reporter
Michael Nees revives Warriors
In a stunning display of skill and teamwork, Zimbabwe's national football team, the Warriors, secured a convincing 3-1 victory against Namibia yesterday at Orlando Stadium in Soweto, Johannesburg. The...Published: 15 Oct 2024 at 09:20hrs | 3070 | by Staff reporter
Match fixing fears overshadow thrilling Northern Region Soccer League race
The tension is palpable, and the stakes have never been higher as MWOS FC and Scottland FC find themselves locked in a fierce battle for promotion to the top-flight league in the Northern Region Socce...Published: 13 Oct 2024 at 12:42hrs | 167 | by Staff reporter
Dynamos suspends 3 members of its technical team
Dynamos Football Club has suspended three members of its technical team following their disappointing defeat to Orapa United in the CAF Confederation Cup last Sunday. The suspended members include ass...Published: 28 Sep 2024 at 12:10hrs | 233 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe Sables embark on Dubai, South Korea tours
Reigning Rugby Africa champions, the Zimbabwe Sables, are intensifying their preparations to retain their title next year with tours to the United Arab Emirates and South Korea in November. As part of...Published: 27 Sep 2024 at 08:14hrs | 75 | by Staff reporter
Bosso Chibuku Cup blow
Highlanders FC is set to face a significant challenge in their upcoming Chibuku Super Cup quarter-final against Simba Bhora this Sunday at Wadzanai Stadium. The match comes just as the club loses thre...Published: 20 Sep 2024 at 08:19hrs | 1057 | by Staff reporter
Chirewa, Nees in fall out
Zimbabwe Warriors rising star Tawanda Chirewa's participation in the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers is in doubt following a disciplinary issue with head coach Michael Nees. Chirewa, cu...Published: 13 Sep 2024 at 07:59hrs | 628 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe Warriors coach wary of Cameroon
New Zimbabwe national football coach Michael Nees described his team's goalless draw against Kenya as a "good landing" in his debut match. However, he is now pushing for more discipline from his playe...Published: 08 Sep 2024 at 09:27hrs | 230 | by Staff reporter
Mckop honoured to serve Zimbabwe
Pernell Mckop has expressed deep honor and excitement at being invited to join Warriors coach Michael Nees’ staff as the goalkeepers’ coach. Mckop, a former Zimbabwe youth international, d...Published: 28 Aug 2024 at 10:06hrs | 655 | by Staff reporter
Esigodini Gold Baron not going back to mining
Baron Dube, once a feared figure in Esigodini's illegal gold mining circles, was sentenced to 10 years in prison in 2020 for the murder of a rival gold panner, Prince Anthony Bvundura. Despite his ear...Published: 26 Aug 2024 at 08:05hrs | 557 | by Staff reporter
New Warriors coach moans about limited preparation time
New Zimbabwean Warriors coach Michael Nees has expressed concern over the limited preparation time ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Kenya and Cameroon next month. The matc...Published: 23 Aug 2024 at 06:52hrs | 192 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe Warriors coach shuts outs agents
Newly appointed Zimbabwe Warriors coach Michael Nees has emphasized his commitment to selecting players based solely on merit, rejecting any influence from local football cartels or agents. Du...Published: 23 Aug 2024 at 06:38hrs | 256 | by Staff reporter
Luphahla joins Dembare
Dynamos has appointed Joel Luphahla as the 1st Assistant Coach to interim Head Coach Lloyd Chigowe. The club announced the decision on Saturday morning, highlighting Luphahla's extensive experience in...Published: 11 Aug 2024 at 18:37hrs | 475 | by Staff reporter
Grobbelaar fumes at ZIFA's stupid decision
Local coaches in Zimbabwe are expressing frustration after the ZIFA Normalisation Committee appointed German coach Michael Nees to lead the Warriors, overlooking local candidates. Nees, who si...Published: 04 Aug 2024 at 14:02hrs | 455 | by Staff reporter
Zifa hunt for Warriors coach's assistants
Several top local coaches have endorsed the appointment of Michael Nees as the new Zimbabwe national football team coach, citing his potential to elevate the game in Zimbabwe. ...Published: 02 Aug 2024 at 07:14hrs | 460 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe announces 'unknown' German as Warriors head coach
The ZIFA Normalisation Committee has appointed German Michael Nees as the new Warriors coach.In a statement, ZIFA said the 57-year old German has the task to lead the Warriors in their quest f...Published: 30 Jul 2024 at 12:10hrs | 923 | by Staff reporter
Zifa still undecided on Warriors coach
ZIFA has narrowed down the shortlist for the Warriors coaching job to three candidates, with the final phase of the recruitment process set for next week. Over 180 applications were received for the p...Published: 29 Jul 2024 at 04:17hrs | 250 | by Staff reporter
5 foreigners for Zimbabwe Warriors job
The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has postponed the appointment of the new Warriors coach, initially expected this weekend, with interviews for five shortlisted foreign candidates now set for t...Published: 21 Jul 2024 at 10:14hrs | 1632 | by Staff reporter
4 candidates shortlisted for Warriors top job
Zimbabwe's Warriors are expected to appoint a new head coach by the weekend, with Zifa narrowing down the candidates to four from an initial 200 applications. The appointment is crucial as the Warrior...Published: 20 Jul 2024 at 12:10hrs | 340 | by Staff reporter
Zifa to name Warriors coach
Zimbabwe's Warriors are set to have a new coach by the weekend, as ZIFA has shortlisted four candidates for the senior soccer team. The Warriors have struggled in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers and are...Published: 19 Jul 2024 at 06:01hrs | 606 | by Staff reporter
Career Transitions: Football Stars Who Became Great Managers
Taking football as an example, there are many players who hope to become managers after they retire from active play. Recognising this process is enlightening, particularly for users seeking ...Published: 12 Jul 2024 at 10:09hrs | 288 | by Staff Reporter
Pitso Mosimane hypes Zimbabwean football players
Pitso Mosimane, renowned South African football coach, credited Zimbabwean players for contributing significantly to his coaching success in the Premier Soccer League. During an interview on the Maraw...Published: 03 Jul 2024 at 10:30hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Dembare coach in car theft storm
DYNAMOS Football Club coach Genesis "Kaka" Mangombe faces allegations of involvement in a car theft incident. Mangombe, also a policeman, is recognized as a promising young coach in the country, havin...Published: 28 Jun 2024 at 10:03hrs | 20 | by Staff reporter
Temba Mliswa turns focus on sports development
Temba Mliswa, a sports enthusiast and fitness trainer, expressed his vision to introduce rugby into all primary and secondary schools across Mashonaland West province. Speaking at the Mashonal...Published: 22 Jun 2024 at 14:11hrs | 9 | by Staff reporter
South African named Zimbabwe cricket coach
Zimbabwe Cricket said Wednesday it had appointed South African Justin Sammons as its new men's head coach.Sammons was a former batting coach with his home country's national team, the Proteas....Published: 20 Jun 2024 at 16:02hrs | 11 | by Associated Press
Zimbabwe Cricket to announce new Chevrons coach
Zimbabwe Cricket is set to announce its new head coach this week, ending speculation that has surrounded the position since Dave Houghton's resignation in December. Currently, Walter Chawaguta...Published: 13 Jun 2024 at 10:23hrs | | by Staff reporter
Katsande selling winter tracksuits
Most Kaizer Chiefs supporters will always remember Willard Katsande. The Zimbabwe legend spent 10 years playing in Amakhosi's midfield. What is he doing these days? He is a spirited hustler across dif...Published: 08 Jun 2024 at 14:42hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe's McKop a huge asset for high-flying Stellies
ZIMBABWEAN goalkeeper coach Pernell 'Makhiwa' McKop has inspired the high-riding Premiership side Stellenbosch, who will debut in Africa next season.Stellenbosch FC have been one of the star P...Published: 28 May 2024 at 10:15hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe Warriors coaching chaos
Disagreements between the ZIFA Normalization Committee and Solomon Mudege, FIFA's head of development programmes for Africa, have caused a delay in appointing the Warriors coach and thwarted Baltemar ...Published: 26 May 2024 at 13:42hrs | 7 | by Staff reporter
Nelson Matongorere dies
CAPS United technical director and assistant coach Nelson Matongorere has died aged 68, the club announced on Thursday.A coaching instructor respected across the game, Matongorere died at Pari...Published: 23 May 2024 at 14:08hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Brito divides Zifa
The ZIFA Normalisation Committee members are currently divided over the selection of the Warriors coach, with reports indicating a push to reinstate Baltermar Brito gaining momentum within one faction...Published: 22 May 2024 at 09:45hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Benjani Mwaruwari gets coaching job in England
FORMER Warriors captain Benjani Mwaruwari has kick-started his journey towards a return to coaching after earning an opportunity to work with English Championship side Plymouth Argyle's juniors....Published: 10 Apr 2024 at 06:03hrs | | by Staff reporter
Bruce Grobbelaar advises Zimbabwe to move fast on Trey Nyoni
FORMER Warriors and Liverpool goalkeeper Bruce Grobbelaar has advised Zimbabwe to move fast on Liverpool's Trey Nyoni before the Warriors lose him out completely.Grobbelaar says Nyoni would be...Published: 10 Mar 2024 at 06:51hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Prince Dube leaves Azam
WARRIORS striker Prince Dube has cut ties with Tanzanian football club after he asked to have his contract with the team terminated.Days after the club acknowledged to have received a letter f...Published: 08 Mar 2024 at 05:06hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe govt scraps Cala, introduces school based projects
THE Continuous Assessment Learning Activities (CALA) have, with immediate effect, been replaced with the new school-based projects of practical applications with the number of areas covered by the non...Published: 28 Feb 2024 at 06:26hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Agent Sawu makes history
FORMER Zimbabwe international striker Agent Sawu has joined Highlanders as second assistant. He becomes the first former Zimbabwe Saints player to coach Highlanders. He is a holder of several ...Published: 06 Feb 2024 at 15:01hrs | | by Staff reporter
Coltart attends AMALI conference
BULAWAYO mayor David Coltart last week attended the annual African Mayors Leadership Initiative (AMALI) that was held at the University of Cape Town in South Africa aimed at enabling African city fath...Published: 06 Feb 2024 at 04:37hrs | | by Staff reporter
Utseya resigns
THE Zimbabwe U19 camp remained united yesterday amid reports that Prosper Utseya will leave his coaching post after the team's campaign in the Men's U19 World Cup where they face-off with hosts South ...Published: 31 Jan 2024 at 04:53hrs | | by Staff reporter
Bosso unveil Try Ncube
HIGHLANDERS officially unveiled Try Ncube as the incoming assistant coach to Zambian Kelvin Kaindu as per the Zimpapers Sports reports earlier during the month. In a statement, Highlanders sai...Published: 26 Jan 2024 at 04:39hrs | | by Staff reporter
Try Ncube charms Bosso bosses
HWANGE assistant coach Try Ncube is set to be appointed as one of Kelvin Kaindu's assistant coaches at Highlanders after impressing in interviews held last week.While Ncube arrives at Bosso, s...Published: 22 Jan 2024 at 04:46hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Smells nepotism as unknown Mangombe set for Warriors job
The ZIFA Normalisation Committee (NC) says it will soon announce the coach for the senior men's football team with indications pointing to Dynamos coach Genesis Mangombe getting the vacant Warriors po...Published: 13 Jan 2024 at 06:50hrs | 7 | by Staff reporter
Unlocking Opportunities: How to monetise WhatsApp
WhatsApp, with its extensive user base and global reach, presents a unique opportunity for individuals and businesses to explore monetization strategies. ...Published: 29 Dec 2023 at 07:31hrs | 24 | by Libz Mbanje
Bring back our football home
For the first time in the Zimbabwean football history we have played our home games away from home, thousands of kilometers away just because we have fail...Published: 22 Nov 2023 at 19:15hrs | 10 | by Leonard Koni
Mnangagwa grants Rahman Gumbo state-assisted funeral
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has accorded late Rahman Gumbo a state assisted funeral as Zanu-PF appeared Wednesday to have hijacked the Zimbabwe national football team and Highlanders legend's funeral...Published: 16 Nov 2023 at 05:57hrs | 9 | by Staff reporter
Brito's Bosso future hangs in the balance
HIGHLANDERS coach Baltemar Brito is groping in the dark over his future at the club with Bosso yet to engage him over contract extension.His contract expires at the end of the season and it se...Published: 09 Nov 2023 at 05:56hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter
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