Boost for Schools Football as ZIFA Backs National Talent Development Drive

Tue 12 May 2026

The Zimbabwe Football Association has welcomed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education and Better Brands, describing the partnership as a timely and strategic investment in the future of Zimbabwean football. The agreement, which comes with a US$200,000 sponsorship package, is set to breathe new life into […]

ZIFA President Clarifies: No Vehicle Gifts Accepted Amid Ethics Commitment

Fri 8 May 2026

Harare, Zimbabwe – In a recent exclusive interview with ZIFA Media, President Nqobile Magwizi addressed recent speculation regarding alleged vehicle gifts from businessman Mr. Wicknell Chivayo, reiterating his steadfast commitment to FIFA’s ethical governance standards and clarifying that he has never accepted any such gifts. President Magwizi, thank you for speaking with us. There have […]

Strong Interest as CAF D Coaching Course Gets Underway in Gweru

Tue 5 May 2026

The Zimbabwe Football Association’s nationwide coach education drive has continued to gather momentum, with the latest CAF D Coaching Course currently underway in Gweru, Midlands Province. The 10-day course started on Saturday and will run until Tuesday, 12 May. It has attracted 38 participants and is the first of two CAF D courses applied for […]

Vancouver Diaries: Between the Posts and Beyond the Podium

Tue 5 May 2026

Anyone who arrived in Vancouver expecting only speeches, procedural votes and diplomatic handshakes soon discovered that football had other plans. Before the formal business began, there was a match – pure, unfiltered, slightly chaotic, and exactly the kind of icebreaker only football can provide. For CAF, the stage belonged to the Motsepe Select XI, captained […]

Futsal Takes Another Step Forward with Southern Region League Launch

Mon 4 May 2026

Zimbabwean futsal received a major boost on Sunday, 4 May, as the Southern Region officially launched its futsal league, marking another exciting step in the growth of the small-sided game across the country. ZIFA Technical Director Dominique Niyonzima and Roots Impact Coordinator Liam Chanetsa attended the launch, underlining the Association’s commitment to expanding football development […]

ZIFA Munhumutapa Challenge Cup Kicks Off

Fri 1 May 2026

Zimbabwe football comes alive today as the much-anticipated ZIFA Munhumutapa Challenge Cup officially kicks off across the country, setting the stage for what promises to be a thrilling, nationwide spectacle. From the first whistle this afternoon, teams from the Regional Division One leagues and Provincial Division Two leagues will begin their journey in what is […]

ZIFA Leadership Engages at Global Stage as FIFA Congress Opens in Vancouver

Thu 30 Apr 2026

The Zimbabwe Football Association is right where global football conversations are happening – at the 76th FIFA Congress currently underway in Vancouver, Canada. Leading the Zimbabwean delegation is ZIFA President Nqobile Magwizi, joined by Vice President Kennedy Ndebele and Acting General Secretary Norman Gwangwadza. Their presence reflects Zimbabwe’s growing voice in the global game and […]

CAF–UEFA Partnership Signals New Era for African Football Development

Wed 29 Apr 2026

African football has taken a significant step forward following the signing of a landmark cooperation agreement between Patrice Motsepe, President of the Confederation of African Football, and Aleksander Čeferin, President of the UEFA. The agreement strengthens collaboration between African and European football, with a clear focus on key pillars critical to the growth of the […]

Mighty Warriors Coach Sibanda Reacts to Olympic Qualifiers Draw

Wed 29 Apr 2026

Mighty Warriors Head Coach Sithethelelwe Sibanda has welcomed Zimbabwe’s draw in the African qualifiers for the Women’s Football Tournament at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games, describing it as a competitive but familiar assignment. Zimbabwe has been drawn against Malawi in the second round, with the two – legged tie scheduled for 5-13 October 2026. […]