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The Chibuku Stadium came alive with youthful energy and football artistry on Saturday as the Chitungwiza Junior Football Development Under-14 Festival brought together emerging talent, technical experts, and community stakeholders in a vibrant celebration of grassroots football. Hosted by the Chitungwiza Junior Football Development League (CJFDL) in partnership with the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA), the […]

The Zimbabwe Football Association extends its heartfelt appreciation to Coach Michael Nees for his service as Head Coach of the senior men’s national team, the Warriors. Appointed to lead the team during a crucial phase of transition, Coach Nees brought professionalism, structure, and a steady hand to the technical setup. In his message of gratitude, […]

Chitungwiza, Zimbabwe – 24 October 2025 The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has commended the spirit of community empowerment and grassroots development demonstrated during the official handover of a borehole facility and a full set of football kits at Seke 7 Primary School in Chitungwiza. The event, which was graced by various stakeholders, including government officials, school authorities, current Kwekwe […]

Brighton Chimene and Felix Tangawarima set for Cairo training ahead of AFCON 2025 As the countdown to AFCON 2025 in Morocco gathers momentum, CAF has unveiled the list of referees and officials selected for the AFCON Preparation Course, running from 8–13 November 2025 in Cairo, Egypt. Among them are two proud Zimbabweans namely Brighton Chimene […]

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) is pleased to announce that the Zimbabwe Warriors will play Algeria and Qatar in international friendly matches during the upcoming FIFA window, as part of preparations for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) set for December.

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) and the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education (MoPSE) have today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) establishing a national framework to integrate structured football education into the school system.

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) and the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education (MoPSE) have taken a major step toward transforming grassroots football development through the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at mainstreaming football education in schools across the country. Signed in Harare, the MOU establishes a national framework for cooperation […]

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) joins the entire football fraternity in mourning the passing of former Zimbabwe international defender Charles Sibanda, affectionately known as “Raw Meat.” Charles Sibanda’s journey in football began in 1971 when he turned out for the Castle Lions Under-16 team, a club that would later become Salisbury Sables. His rise through […]