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Sir Wicknell Chivayo clears Highlanders' US$27,000 debt
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Prominent businessman Wicknell Chivayo has delivered on his promise to settle Highlanders Football Club's US$27,000 debt owed to former head coach Baltemar Brito and his assistant Antonio Joao Torres.
The debt had led to the Bulawayo giants being hit with a transfer ban by FIFA, severely impacting their ability to strengthen the squad.
Chivayo had previously committed to resolving the issue once he received the former employees' banking details. On Wednesday afternoon, Highlanders confirmed in a statement that the debt had been cleared and expressed profound gratitude to Chivayo for his generosity.
"Highlanders Football Club would like to extend its sincerest gratitude to Mr Wicknell Chivayo for his generous gesture in settling the outstanding debts of our two coaches in full, as promised. Sir Wicknell has always been a big supporter of ithimu yezwe lonke, and since 2017, he has given the club tangible support. As we prepare to celebrate our 100-year milestone, Bosso is assured of his continued kindness to this great institution. Once again, we express our deepest appreciation—Siyabonga, Tatenda, Taboka," the statement read.
Chivayo, a self-proclaimed ardent supporter of Highlanders, has a long history of backing the club, contributing financially on multiple occasions since 2017.
The resolution of the debt lifts FIFA's transfer ban on Highlanders, providing a much-needed boost as the club looks to maintain its competitiveness in the Zimbabwean Premier Soccer League.
Highlanders, also known as "Bosso," are preparing for their centenary celebrations, and Chivayo's support comes as a morale booster during this historic milestone. Fans and stakeholders have praised his intervention, which reaffirms his commitment to one of Zimbabwe's oldest and most revered football institutions.
The move marks a significant step forward for Highlanders, who can now focus on rebuilding their squad and pursuing their footballing ambitions without financial or regulatory distractions.
The debt had led to the Bulawayo giants being hit with a transfer ban by FIFA, severely impacting their ability to strengthen the squad.
Chivayo had previously committed to resolving the issue once he received the former employees' banking details. On Wednesday afternoon, Highlanders confirmed in a statement that the debt had been cleared and expressed profound gratitude to Chivayo for his generosity.
"Highlanders Football Club would like to extend its sincerest gratitude to Mr Wicknell Chivayo for his generous gesture in settling the outstanding debts of our two coaches in full, as promised. Sir Wicknell has always been a big supporter of ithimu yezwe lonke, and since 2017, he has given the club tangible support. As we prepare to celebrate our 100-year milestone, Bosso is assured of his continued kindness to this great institution. Once again, we express our deepest appreciation—Siyabonga, Tatenda, Taboka," the statement read.
The resolution of the debt lifts FIFA's transfer ban on Highlanders, providing a much-needed boost as the club looks to maintain its competitiveness in the Zimbabwean Premier Soccer League.
Highlanders, also known as "Bosso," are preparing for their centenary celebrations, and Chivayo's support comes as a morale booster during this historic milestone. Fans and stakeholders have praised his intervention, which reaffirms his commitment to one of Zimbabwe's oldest and most revered football institutions.
The move marks a significant step forward for Highlanders, who can now focus on rebuilding their squad and pursuing their footballing ambitions without financial or regulatory distractions.
Source - The Chronicle
