Tafadzwa Chigandiwa is a freelance journalist based in Harare, Zimbabwe with two years of experience. 

I'm currently a stringer with Nehanda Radio an online publication. 

I have previously worked with H-Metro a tabloid newspaper, Bustop TV and Sly Media News who are all online publication.

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Go to night school to get five O levels and assume leadership roles at ZIFA: Rosemary Mugadza tells former players

21 Oct 2024  |  nehandaradio.com  |  English  |  Education

Rosemary Mugadza, a member of the Zimbabwe Football Association's Normalisation Committee, encourages former footballers to pursue education to meet new qualifications for ZIFA leadership roles. Following a constitutional amendment requiring presidential candidates to have at least five O level passes, Mugadza emphasizes the importance of education for leadership success. The amendment, ratified at the ZIFA AGM, aims to ensure candidates can effectively communicate and understand basic principles. Some former players criticize the requirement as exclusionary, while ZIFA NC chairman Lincoln Mutasa defends it as a basic qualification. The ZIFA elections are set for January 2025.

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Sindiso Dube is a journalist and digital content creator based in Harare, Zimbabwe. 

He writes for Newsday and the weekly Standard.  He also has published works in Southern Eye, Zimbabwe Independent and various online publications. 

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Zifa faces the nation: defends Magaya snub, speaks on Brito appointment, hints on imminent Zifa regional elections

14 Jan 2024  |  www.thestandard.co.zw  |  English  |  Football

The Zifa normalisation committee explained their absence at the commissioning of Walter Magaya’s Heart Stadium, citing prior commitments. They addressed the appointment of Baltermar Brito as Warriors coach, emphasizing compliance with coaching qualifications over track record. The committee is working on reviewing Zifa's constitution and electoral code to facilitate new elections and is considering local coaching candidates for the national team. They aim to complete their mandate by June 30, 2024, and dismissed rumors of seeking an extension.

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Lincoln Mutasa Walter Magaya Emmerson Mnangagwa Baltermar Brito Genesis Mangombe

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Michael Kariati is one of the most reknowned sports writers in the Zimbabwe media circles. His sports writing and broadcasting career spans over 29 years, having started off as a sports writer for the Sunday Gazette in 1993.

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Zifa elections heading for a fall

27 Oct 2024  |  The Standard  |  English  |  Zimbabwean Football

The upcoming Zifa board elections scheduled for January 18, 2025, face significant challenges due to opposition against the current congress and constitutional amendments. Critics argue that the existing congress, whose term expired in 2022, lacks the mandate to conduct elections, potentially leading to flawed outcomes. Concerns about vote-buying and the influence of money over football knowledge persist. Some advocate for electing a new congress before the Zifa board to ensure a legitimate process, even if it requires extending the term of the Lincoln Mutasa-led Zifa normalization committee. The next three months are expected to be pivotal for Zimbabwean football as these issues unfold.

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Lincoln Mutasa Zhoya Chishanga

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My name is Terry Madyauta. I am a qualified and award-winning Zimbabwean journalist with six years experience. I write for NewsDay Zimbabwe and FARPost which is based in South Africa I've been a reporter since 2017.

ZIFA Normalisation Committee Nears Announcement of New National Team Coach

17 Mar 2024  |  NewsDay  |  English  |  Coaching Appointments

The ZIFA Normalisation Committee (NC) is close to announcing the new coach for Zimbabwe's senior men's football team, with former assistant coach Genesis Mangombe likely to be appointed. The position became available after Baltemar Brito's contract was not renewed. Brito had served as the national team coach on a short-term basis, managing two World Cup Qualifiers. The NC, led by Lincoln Mutasa, has been overseeing ZIFA since July and has achieved various milestones, including hosting the Cosafa schools Championships and participating in World Cup qualifiers. They are also working on meeting FIFA's regulatory requirements and updating ZIFA's legal instruments. The NC's tenure is expected to end in June, but it may be extended to ensure compliance with FIFA standards.

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Lincoln Mutasa Cynthia Malaba Yvonne Mapika Manwa Genesis Mangombe Baltemar Brito

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Warriors risk losing Brito

06 Dec 2023  |  www.thestandard.co.zw  |  English  |  Soccer

Baltemar Brito's contract as coach of Zimbabwe's national soccer team, the Warriors, is set to expire at the end of December, coinciding with the end of his contract with the Highlanders. Zifa, Zimbabwe's football governing body, must decide whether to extend Brito and fitness coach Antonio Torres's contracts and reapply for their work permits. Brito has expressed interest in continuing with the team, but there is a risk he could be persuaded elsewhere if Zifa delays. Brito's tenure included a friendly match against Botswana and World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Nigeria. His association with Highlanders was marked by an unbeaten streak and interest from Zifa due to the team's performance.

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Lincoln Mutasa Baltemar Brito Antonio Torres Mandla Mpofu Madinda Ndlovu Joel Luphahla Jose Mourinho

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Enock Muchinjo is a journalist based in Harare, Zimbabwe.

Former Man City player Benjani Mwaruwari challenges ruling in bid to lead Zimbabwe soccer federation

24 Dec 2024  |  Winnipeg Free Press  |  English  |  Zimbabwe Football Association

Benjani Mwaruwari, a former Manchester City player, is contesting a decision by the Zimbabwe Football Association's ethics committee that excluded him from the upcoming presidential elections. Despite the setback, Mwaruwari plans to appeal the ruling, seeking clarification on the eligibility criteria. The elections follow Zimbabwe's reinstatement by FIFA after a 17-month ban due to government interference. Another candidate, Walter Magaya, was also barred from the elections. The new executive for the Zimbabwe Football Association will be elected in January.

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