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Top lawyer appointed into Zifa electoral committee
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Acclaimed Gweru-based human rights lawyer Brian Dube has been appointed to the Zimbabwe Football Association (Zifa) electoral committee, bringing crucial legal expertise to the administration of the country's football affairs.
In a letter dated April 16, Zifa president Nqobile Magwizi confirmed the appointment, which is effective from March 28, 2025, and will run for four years. The term is subject to renewal or review depending on performance, organisational needs, and compliance with Zifa statutes.
"It is with great pleasure that we inform you of your appointment to the electoral committee of the Zimbabwe Football Association effective March 28, 2025, according to Article 59 of the Zifa statutes of October 2024," Magwizi stated in the letter.
He further highlighted that Dube's appointment reflects his "expertise, dedication and contributions to the development of football in Zimbabwe."
As part of the Zifa electoral committee, Dube's key duties will include organising and supervising electoral processes, ensuring compliance with the Zifa statutes and electoral code, and upholding transparency and fairness in the association's election procedures.
Dube, a respected legal mind and former Member of Parliament, accepted the role in a letter dated May 7.
"I, Dube Brian, acknowledge receipt of this appointment letter and accept the role of electoral committee under the terms outlined," he wrote.
His inclusion in the committee is seen as a strategic move by Zifa to restore credibility and integrity to its electoral systems following years of criticism over internal governance and procedural inconsistencies.
Zifa is currently undergoing a major restructuring process aimed at aligning its operations with both local legal frameworks and international football standards, particularly those of CAF and FIFA.
In a letter dated April 16, Zifa president Nqobile Magwizi confirmed the appointment, which is effective from March 28, 2025, and will run for four years. The term is subject to renewal or review depending on performance, organisational needs, and compliance with Zifa statutes.
"It is with great pleasure that we inform you of your appointment to the electoral committee of the Zimbabwe Football Association effective March 28, 2025, according to Article 59 of the Zifa statutes of October 2024," Magwizi stated in the letter.
He further highlighted that Dube's appointment reflects his "expertise, dedication and contributions to the development of football in Zimbabwe."
As part of the Zifa electoral committee, Dube's key duties will include organising and supervising electoral processes, ensuring compliance with the Zifa statutes and electoral code, and upholding transparency and fairness in the association's election procedures.
Dube, a respected legal mind and former Member of Parliament, accepted the role in a letter dated May 7.
"I, Dube Brian, acknowledge receipt of this appointment letter and accept the role of electoral committee under the terms outlined," he wrote.
His inclusion in the committee is seen as a strategic move by Zifa to restore credibility and integrity to its electoral systems following years of criticism over internal governance and procedural inconsistencies.
Zifa is currently undergoing a major restructuring process aimed at aligning its operations with both local legal frameworks and international football standards, particularly those of CAF and FIFA.
Source - southern eye
