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Kirsty Coventry, the Minister of Sports, Arts, and Culture, has appealed to the treasury for funding to develop sporting infrastructure in Zimbabwe. The country currently faces the issue of dilapidated sports facilities due to neglect from both local and central governments. This has resulted in Zimbabwean football teams having to host international games outside the country.
Coventry urged the treasury to allocate grants for the refurbishment of sports infrastructure during a report to members of parliament at a pre-budget seminar. <a href="https://www.newzimbabwe.com/sports-minister-coventry-begs-treasury-for-infrastructure-development/">NewZimbawe.com</a> reported citing Coventry’s report:
<blockquote>
 It is now time the nation should embark on or seriously consider significant investment in Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture for sustainable national development, pride, peace and security.
The sectors will never be the same again once the sport, recreation, arts and culture are afforded the requisite resources which include, appropriate workspaces, finances (working capital, concessionary loans and grants), machinery, equipment, land and skills.
</blockquote>
Every year, the Minister of Finance, Mthuli, provides funding to the Sports Ministry for infrastructure development. However, this funding has been criticised as being insufficient.
The National Sports Stadium, owned and administered by the central government, has been flagged by FIFA, and Minister Coventry’s promises to refurbish it to meet international standards have not been successful.
The parliamentary portfolio committee on Sports, Arts, and Culture has recommended focusing on the National Sports Stadium and the nearby Magamba hockey field. Coventry has proposed a blueprint to improve the country’s infrastructure. She suggests that if resources allow, additional funding should be provided to these sectors, either in the form of concessional loans or grants. Furthermore, she believes that funding for capital expenditure and office equipment should be prioritised to ensure effective service delivery.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/2021/10/18/caf-to-ban-nss-after-warriors-final-2022-wcq/">condemned and banned all stadiums in Zimbabwe</a> from hosting international matches. This decision was made because the stadiums did not meet CAF’s requirements. CAF stated that the stadiums need to have bucket seats made of a strong and fire-resistant material. The owners of the stadiums are also required to set up a Venue Operations Centre (VOC) that provides a clear view of the stadiums and has CCTV monitors. The VOC should have the ability to make emergency announcements through the public address system. CAF also stated that the stadiums should have modern electronic turnstiles and automated systems.
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Minister Coventry Appeals To Treasury For Funding To Develop Sporting Infrastructure

The Premier Soccer League (PSL) has reportedly banned water in plastic bottles, food, and all forms of refreshments from Barbourfields Stadium as part of measures to curb the spread of cholera.
<a href="https://www.hmetro.co.zw/water-refreshments-banned-at-bf/">H-Metro</a> reported that on Sunday, 14 October, before the Highlanders/Cranborne Bullets match, bouncers ordered fans and journalists making their way into the VIP section of the stadium to leave water and any form of refreshments, even in plastic containers outside the stadium.
The private security hired to man the gates at the stadium told State media that they were enforcing a PSL directive.
A bouncer from a local gym told a group of supporters that they were only allowed to buy refreshments and water from the kiosk in the stadium. He said:
<blockquote>
We were told not to allow anyone with water, food or refreshments because of the cholera outbreak.
So, it’s either you drink your water, and refreshments and eat your food outside the stadium or leave your things with us and collect them after the game.
You can only buy refreshments and water in the kiosk in the stadium.
</blockquote>
PSL media and liaison officer Kudzai Bare professed ignorance over the ban. She said:
<blockquote>
The PSL is still enforcing the ban on alcohol as well as any items such as bottles, cans and cooler boxes which can be used as missiles by rioting fans. Let me check and get back to you.
</blockquote>
Cholera has killed dozens of people across the country amid fears that the outbreaks will worsen in urban areas as rainwater washes raw sewage into unprotected wells.
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PSL Bans Water, Refreshments From Barbourfields Stadium

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has said anti-riot police officers and dog handlers who ran away from football hooligans at Barbourfields Stadium early last month was an act of “strategic withdrawal” as opposed to cowardice, <a href="https://www.zimlive.com/cops-who-fled-hooligans-at-barbourfields-not-cowards-says-police-spokesperson/">reported ZimLive</a>.
Scores of rowdy fans invaded the pitch in protest over a decision by match officials during a Castle Lager Premier Soccer League (PSL) match between arch-rivals Highlanders and Dynamos.
The police officers who were maintaining law and order at the match were outnumbered by the Highlanders fans who were throwing objects, forcing the cops to flee.
Speaking at a meeting called to brainstorm on causes and remedies to recurrent football violence ZRP spokesperson in Bulawayo Province Inspector Abednigo Ncube said:
<blockquote>
Our police officers on the day in question acted very professionally as they were wrestling their canine dogs from injuring and possibly killing those fighting police.
To all members of the public, you must know that was the last time to attempt to attack the police officers.
The withdrawal by the police was a strategy to safeguard lives but the public must not mistake that as an act of fear as they will not afford the same treatment next time.
</blockquote>
The workshop was attended by members of the ZRP, officials from the ZIFA Normalization Committee, football team representatives, Mzilikazi and Barbourfields residents’ representatives and top football fans from various teams.
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ZRP Says Police Officers Who Fled Hooligans At Barbourfields Not cowards

Police have released the names of 19 people arrested in connection with the violence that resulted in the abandonment of the high-profile Castle Lager Premier Soccer League (PSL) match between Dynamos and Highlanders at Barbourfields Stadium on Sunday, 10 September.
Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) Senior Staff Officer (Press and Public Relations), Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi, said they are still conducting investigations to account for other suspects who were involved in the violence.
The 19, who were arrested for public violence, have been identified by the police as follows:
<ol>
<li>Raymond Nkomo,(25) of Makokoba, Bulawayo</li>
<li>Noboth Sithole, of Mzilikazi, Bulawayo</li>
<li>Sylvester Gumbo (30) of Old Pumula, Bulawayo</li>
<li>Sheperd Ncube (26) of BMC, Mzilikazi, Bulawayo</li>
<li>Wisdom Dube (30) of Nkulumane 5, Bulawayo</li>
<li>Shepherd Dube (24) of Ngozi Mine Cowdray Park, Bulawayo</li>
<li>Raymond Nkomo (26) of Makokoba, Bulawayo</li>
<li>Micah Masuku (49) of Makokoba, Bulawayo</li>
<li>Zibusiso Nkomo (32) of Old Lobengula, Bulawayo</li>
<li>Nelson Musengi (27) of Phelandaba West, Bulawayo</li>
<li>Brian Moyo (36) of New Luveve, Bulawayo</li>
<li>Willard Ncube (46) of Pumula South, Bulawayo</li>
<li>Khumbulani Khumalo (49) of Sauerstown, Bulawayo</li>
<li>Promise Mbambo (37) of Jabulani Flats Makokoba</li>
<li>Hlakanipha Luphahla (28) of Old Pumula, Bulawayo</li>
<li>Japhet Ncube (30) of Cowdray Park, Bulawayo</li>
<li>Brandon Mpala (27) of Masiyephambili flats, Bulawayo</li>
<li>Ayanda Dube (33) of Old Pumula, Bulawayo</li>
<li>Prince Moyo (35) of Old Pumula, Bulawayo.</li>
</ol>
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Police Release Names Of 19 Barbourfields Stadium Violence Suspects

<a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Yadah_FC/">Yadah Football Club</a> has requested a change of venue for its match against <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Highlanders_Football_Club/">Highlanders Football Club</a> from <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Barbourfields_Stadium/">Barbourfields Stadium</a> citing concerns about the security situation in Bulawayo.
The club said it is hesitant to travel there due to recent incidents where Highlanders supporters threw objects and invaded the pitch during a match against <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Dynamos_Football_Club/">Dynamos Football Club</a>, resulting in abandonment. Yadah believes that their players, officials, and supporters may be at risk in such an environment. As a result, they have formally requested a change of venue for the match, suggesting Bata Stadium in Gweru as an alternative.
In their letter to the <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Premier_Soccer_League/">Premier Soccer League</a>, Yadah’s lawyers argued that the referees might face pressure from Highlanders supporters, potentially affecting their impartiality. Said the club’s lawyers:
<blockquote>
In light of these circumstances, our client, Yadah FC, is of the firm view that the safety and well-being of its fans, players, and officials as well as other stakeholders which is of paramount importance have since been compromised in the wake of its impending fixture against Highlanders.
Consequent to these unfortunate events, our client is of the firm belief that it will be extremely challenging for it to receive fair treatment from the match officials.
The psychological impact of the violence, coupled with the lack of accountability for those responsible, casts a shadow of doubt on the objectivity and impartiality of the officiating team that will be in charge of the match in circumstances where the Highlanders fans will be in attendance.
This situation greatly undermines the principles of fair play and jeopardises the integrity of the game.
Our client anticipates that its players will be inhibited from performing to their full potential due to the fear of incensing Highlanders FC supporters. This fear could lead to a detrimental effect on their performance, resulting in an unfair competition, where the principle of fair play cannot be achieved.
All the circumstances considered, particularly the volatile and unsafe environment as well as the potential risks involved, we are instructed to request for a change of venue and subsequently propose an alternative solution for the upcoming match against Highlanders FC, which is likely to be played before the prevailing situation stabilises.
We are instructed to formally request, as we hereby do, for a change of venue for the aforementioned match from Barbourfields Stadium in Bulawayo to Bata Stadium in Gweru or any other neutral venue which is located outside the City of Bulawayo.
</blockquote>
Yadah said they had also notified the Sports and Recreation Commission about the issue.
The <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Republic_Police/">Zimbabwe Republic Police</a> has arrested 12 individuals believed to be connected to the violence at Barbourfields Stadium. Assistant Commissioner <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Paul_Nyathi/">Paul Nyathi</a>, the national police spokesman, confirmed the arrests and stated that two suspects were charged with violating the Firearms Act, four with criminal nuisance, and six with public violence. Nyathi assured the public that comprehensive investigations are ongoing to hold all involved individuals accountable. 
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Yadah FC Wants Highlanders Match Moved From Barbourfields Stadium Over Security Reasons

The Zimbabwe Republic Police has condemned public violence occurring at soccer matches within the country saying the force is committed to ensuring that individuals involved in hooliganism are arrested without bias or favouritism. This statement follows an incident during a Premier Soccer League match between Highlanders and Dynamos at Barbourfields, where Highlanders fans invaded the pitch to protest the referee’s decision not to award their team a penalty. The match was subsequently abandoned shortly before halftime with Dynamos leading 2-0.
In a statement seen by Pindula News, police national spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi said preliminary investigations reveal injuries to four police officers and four members of the public, as well as damage to three police vehicles due to the violence. Read the statement:
<blockquote>
<h3>POLICE CONDEMN PUBLIC VIOLENCE AT SOCCER MATCHES IN THE COUNTRY</h3>
The Zimbabwe Republic Police condemns all forms of public violence at soccer matches in the country and will ensure that arrests are effected on hooligans without fear or favour.
The Police assures the public that comprehensive investigations are underway in connection with the violence which erupted during the Premier Soccer League match between Dynamos and Highlanders at Babourfields Stadium on 10th September 2023.
Preliminary investigations have established that four (04) police officers and four (04) members of the public were injured during the pitch invasion and subsequent violence which erupted inside the stadium. Three (03) Police vehicles were stoned and damaged by the soccer hooligans.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police acted professionally as police officers initially deployed at Babourfields Stadium tried to contain the situation through cooperation of marshals and did not throw tear smoke within the stadium. This strategy assisted to avoid stampede, fatalities or injury to the fans from the two opposing teams. Police managed to evacuate the soccer players, match officials and VVIPs from the stadium and sought for reinforcement to assist in containing the situation. Tear smoke was only used outside the stadium to disperse the violent crowd who openly threw stones and other objects at police officers.
On the other hand, the Zimbabwe Republic Police is disturbed by some politicians who tried to take advantage of the high profile soccer match to incite violence before, during and after the soccer match. Some of the political undertones have been clearly seen on social media platforms. The Police warns such political activists that they risk being arrested for inciting violence at soccer matches.
Meanwhile, the Zimbabwe Republic Police appeals for information which can assist to account for some of the suspects who instigated or participated in the violence at Babourfields Stadium. The public should feel free to give information through National Complaints Desk on (0242) 703631 or WhatsApp on 0712 800 197.
The Police reiterates that the law will take its course on hooligans at soccer matches as no stone will left unturned to account for the suspects involved in the Babourfields Stadium violence.
</blockquote>
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Police Condemn Soccer Violence, Vow Unbiased Arrests Of Hooligans

President <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Emmerson_Mnangagwa/">Emmerson Mnangagwa</a> defended his decision to reappoint Minister <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Kirsty_Coventry/">Kirsty Coventry</a>, stating that he was satisfied with her performance during her previous term.
When asked why he chose to keep her as Minister of Sports, Recreation, Arts and Culture, the President emphasised that Coventry had done a commendable job in her previous role. Addressing a press conference at State House immediately after announcing his Cabinet yesterday, the President said:
<blockquote>
When a Minister is appointed, they report to the appointer. It is me who gets satisfied whether a Minister is doing well or not. The fact that I’ve reappointed her means I’m satisfied.
</blockquote>

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<li><a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/2023/09/11/president-mnangagwa-has-announced-the-new-cabinet/">President Mnangagwa Has Announced The New Cabinet</a></li>
</ul>
During her first term as Minister of Youth, Sport, Arts, and Recreation, Kirsty Coventry, a former Olympic gold medalist and IOC member, faced criticism for various issues. One major concern was Zimbabwe’s ban from international football due to government interference in the affairs of the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA). FIFA suspended Zimbabwe’s membership in 2022, and there have been calls for the reinstatement of the suspended Felton Kamambo-led board as demanded by FIFA.
Another issue was the bad state of Zimbabwe’s stadiums, resulting in a ban on hosting international matches. Several deficiencies were highlighted, including poor maintenance, poor playing surfaces, insufficient perimeter support structures, poor drainage systems, lack of proper ablution facilities and dressing rooms, absence of facilities for the physically challenged, absence of bucket seats, direction signs, standard doping rooms, medical facilities, press rooms, television camera points, and modern electronic turnstiles.
These shortcomings collectively contributed to Zimbabwe’s stadiums failing to meet the expected standards required for hosting international matches. The lack of proper infrastructure and facilities negatively impacted the country’s ability to participate in and successfully host international sporting events, further highlighting the need for improvement in this area. Coventry was allegedly among the Ministers whose performances were below standard in the previous term.
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President Mnangagwa Has Defended The Reappointment Of Minister Kirsty Coventry

A Castle Lager Premier Soccer League (PSL) match between Highlanders and Dynamos was abandoned at the weekend after Bosso fans invaded the pitch just before halftime to protest the referee’s decision regarding a penalty. As the fans became violent, the referee chose to abandon the match. Dynamos was leading 2-0 when the match was abandoned. Highlanders Football Club has since released strongly condemning the violence. Watch the video below and tell us whether it is a penalty or not.
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WATCH: Highlanders Vs Dynamos Penalty Appeal Moment

Highlanders Football Club has condemned the violence that occurred during a Castle Lager Premier Soccer League (PSL) match against Dynamos at Barbourfields over the weekend, leading to the abandonment of the match. Highlanders fans invaded the pitch just before halftime to protest the referee’s decision regarding a penalty. As the fans became violent, the referee chose to abandon the match. In a statement seen by Pindula News, Highlanders (Bosso) strongly condemned the violence. Said the club:
<blockquote>
Highlanders Football Club is deeply saddened by the crowd trouble that led to the abandonment of our league match against Dynamos FC at Barbourfields Stadium on Sunday.
The club condemns the unsporting behavior that negatively profiles Zimbabwean football as a brand.
It is sad to witness such ugly scenes at a family sport event, especially at a time when the club, together with other stakeholders are working tirelessly to bring fans back into the stadiums and convincing the corporate world that sport in general and football in particular is worth their support.
We would like to apologise to all our stakeholders, particularly our sponsors, partners and innocent football-loving fans who were affected by the acts of a few selfish individuals who care less about the growth of their clubs and football in general. We also pray for those who were injured and wish them a speedy recovery.
The club also takes this opportunity to implore stakeholders to put their heads together and find a lasting solution to this vice that continuously brings the name of the game into disrepute.
</blockquote>
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Highlanders Condemns Violence In Abandoned Castle Lager PSL Match Against Dynamos

Dynamos Football Club emerged victorious against <a class="MarkdownLink_linkifiedLink__KxC9G">Chicken Inn</a> in <a class="MarkdownLink_linkifiedLink__KxC9G">Premier Soccer League</a> (PSL) matchday 15 held at <a class="MarkdownLink_linkifiedLink__KxC9G">Barbourfields Stadium</a> in Bulawayo, propelling them to the fourth position on the league table. The Glamour Boys team made four changes to their starting 11 from last week. Elvis, Chikona, Denver Mukamba, and Musiiwa were included in the starting lineup. The substitutes for the match included a total of nine players.
Below are the results of matches played across the country on Saturday, as well as fixtures for today’s matches:
<h3>Saturday’s Results:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Chicken Inn 0 – 2 Dynamos</li>
<li>Kariba 0 – 0 Sheasham</li>
<li>Manica Diamonds 1 – 0 Cranborne Bullets</li>
<li>FC Platinum 0 – 1 Yadah</li>
<li>Ngezi 0 – 1 Simba Bhora</li>
<li>CAPS United 2 – 0 Green Fuel</li>
</ul>
<h3>Sunday’s Fixtures:</h3>
All matches will commence at 1500 hours CAT and include:
<ul>
<li><a class="MarkdownLink_linkifiedLink__KxC9G">Triangle United</a> vs Bulawayo Chiefs</li>
<li>Black Rhinos vs Hwange</li>
<li>Herentals vs Highlanders</li>
</ul>
Highlanders, who have a game in hand against Herentals, are the current log leaders with 28 points from 14 matches. Ngezi follows closely with 27 points, while Manica Diamonds holds third place with 26 points. Dynamos and FC Platinum complete the top five with 25 points each.
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2023/24 PSL Results And Fixtures For Matchday 15

Dynamos Football Club has condemned the hooliganism by fans during a Premier Soccer League (PSL) match at Barbourfields Stadium on Saturday.
DeMbare, who were the hosts, were held to a 0-0 draw by reigning champions FC Platinum.
<a href="https://www.herald.co.zw/dembare-accused-of-being-bad-tenants/">The Herald</a> reported that some Dynamos fans who were at the Mpilo End brought the fence down after the match.
Dynamos chief executive officer Jonathan Mashingaidze condemned the behaviour by the fans, saying it “taints” the club. Said Mashingaidze:
<blockquote>
As Dynamos we have zero tolerance to any form of conduct that brings the name of the club and the game into disrepute.
As a club, we won’t condone unruly behaviour that taints brand Dynamos.
We urge fans, through the marshals to identify such individuals who don’t value property and life so that they are brought to book.
As Dynamos, we want to show the world that football is a family sport, hence we urge fans to behave in a manner that promotes the sport.
</blockquote>
This is not the first time that Dynamos fans have damaged Barbourfields Stadium.
Last season, DeMbare supporters brought down the fence and uprooted the goalposts after their team’s 0-1 defeat to Highlanders.
Dynamos will likely be penalised by the Premier Soccer League (PSL) and the Bulawayo City Council, who are the proprietors of Barbourfields Stadium, for the damage.
Last year, Highlanders were forced to pay for the damages caused by Dynamos fans after being told that as the home team, they failed to provide adequate security.
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Dynamos "Hooligans" Damage Barbourfields Stadium

A supporter of the Zimbabwe African National Union-Patriotic Front (ZANU-PF) was allegedly assaulted at Barbourfields Stadium (BF) in the Mpankweni stand on Sunday for wearing party regalia during the Highlanders and Triangle United match. Children of Zimbabwe War Veterans Association (COZWVA) posted on Twitter:
<blockquote>
Zanu-pf supporter heavily beaten at Barbourfields Stadium (BF) at Mpankweni stand for wearing a party regalia.
</blockquote>
The case highlights the ongoing issue of political violence in Zimbabwe after the opposition Citizens Coalition for Change recently reported that its members were assaulted by ZANU PF MPs in Gutu South following a visit by Nelson Chamisa. 
Zimbabwe has a long history of politically motivated violence, with incidents occurring especially during election periods. The 2018 presidential election saw several violent incidents, including a military crackdown on opposition supporters protesting the election results. The upcoming 2023 harmonised elections scheduled for August 23 provide an opportunity for the government to demonstrate its commitment to reducing political violence and promoting a peaceful and democratic electoral process.
Leaders of political parties, human rights activists, election watchdogs, and other electoral stakeholders have been calling for tolerance, peace, and unity ahead of the elections. The international community has also called for peaceful, credible, free and fair elections for re-engagement with Zimbabwe to be considered.
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ZANU-PF Supporter Assaulted For Wearing Party Regalia At Barbourfields Stadium

Dynamos are reportedly considering using Barbourfields Stadium in Bulawayo as their temporary home venue when Castle Lager Premier Soccer League (PSL) games resume on 01 July.
Babourfields is home to DeMbare’s arch-rivals, Highlanders and matches between the two clubs at the venue have in the past often degenerated into violence among fans.
<a href="https://www.soccer24.co.zw/2023/06/24/dynamos-set-to-use-babourfields-as-temporary-home-venue/">Soccer24</a> quoted a top Dynamos official as saying the Glamour Boys will be using Babourfields while waiting for Rufaro Stadium in Harare to be ready. Said the official:
<blockquote>
We will be using Babourfields Stadium when the league resumes. Another option we could have settled for was Bata Stadium in Gweru, but we then decided to go for Babourfields.
If you look at how Kaizer Chiefs operate in South Africa, they can host a home match in any city in, because they have fans everywhere, and the same applies to us.
We also command a huge following in Bulawayo so why not? We will use Babourfields until Rufaro is ready.
</blockquote>
The Sports and Recreation Commission (SRC) announced that the National Sports Stadium will not host more than two games per week when the league resumes.
This means that the eight clubs which were using it as their home ground have to look for alternative venues.
Earlier this week, PSL Chairman, <a href="https://pindula.co.zw/Farai_Jere">Farai Jere</a>, said that the resumption of topflight matches may be delayed by a week or two with clubs failing to secure venues to host matches.
Jere also indicated that Rufaro Stadium, Nyamhunga Stadium in Kariba and Wadzanai Stadium in Shamva, will not be ready by 01 July.
<a href="https://zbcnews.co.zw/2023/06/20/resumption-of-the-premier-soccer-league-likely-to-be-delayed/">ZBC News</a> reported that Black Rhinos has managed to secure a lease to use Bata Stadium in Gweru as their home ground, while Dynamos were said to have been considering using Baobab Stadium in Mhondoro Ngezi.
Cranborne Bullets, CAPS United and Yadah are planning to continue using the National Sports Stadium while Simba Bhora and ZPC Kariba hope to get their stadiums, Wadzanai and Nyamhunga, respectively, ready in time for resumption.
The PSL suspended all matches on 07 June for a three-week period to allow for maintenance works on various stadiums to be completed.
The National Sports Stadium, which is owned by the Sports and Recreation Commission (SRC),  had hosted 43 matches in 77 days as eight teams were using it as their home ground.
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Dynamos Plans To Use Barbourfields Stadium As Temporary Home Venue | Report

The <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Premier_Soccer_League">Premier Soccer League (PSL)</a> has summoned <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Dynamos_Football_Club">Dynamos FC</a> Team Manager, <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Richard_Chihoro">Richard Chihoro</a>, for a disciplinary hearing over acts of misconduct. In a statement seen by Pindula News, PSL said the acts of misconduct occurred when the Harare-based football giants played <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Hwange_Football_Club">Hwange FC</a> at <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Barbourfields_Stadium">Barbourfields Stadium</a> over the weekend. Reads the statement:
<blockquote>
<h2>PRESS RELEASE: DISCIPLINARY SUMMONS – RICHARD CHIHORO (DYNAMOS FC)</h2>
The Premier Soccer League has summoned Dynamos FC Team Manager, Richard Chihoro to appear before the PSL Disciplinary Committee following acts of misconduct that took place at a Castle Lager PSL match between Dynamos FC and Hwange FC played at Barbourfields Stadium on Saturday 18 March 2023.
Mr Chihoro will not be allowed anywhere near the team bus, changing rooms or to sit in the technical area during PSL matches until the matter has been finalised.
Mr Chihoro is being charged for breaching Order 31 of the PSL Rules and Regulations which makes it an act of misconduct on the part of a player, official, servants or duly authorised (express or implied) representatives of a club who; 31.2.16 Commits any act or makes any statement, either orally or in writing or has been responsible for conduct which is considered ungentlemanly, insulting or improper behaviour, or likely to bring the game, sponsors, any member, the League, ZIFA, CAF or FIFA into disrepute.
31.2.17 Behaves in a manner which brings the League or any of its sponsors into disrepute or endangers the welfare of the League.
The disciplinary proceedings shall take place on Wednesday 5 April 2023 at the PSL offices.
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PSL is summoning the Dynamos Team Manager for a disciplinary hearing after he was <a href="https://zero.pindula.co.zw/dynamos-manager-performs-bizarre-juju-rituals-on-goal-line/">filmed performing alleged anti-juju rituals</a> during the Glamour Boys’ opening match of the 2023 season.
During the half-time break, Chihoro went onto the Mpilo end goalpost and sprinkled an unknown substance across the goal line.
Dynamos had numerous chances in the first half but could not convert them into scores.
They eventually scored a solitary goal through Tinashe Makanda from a <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Denver_Mukamba">Denver Mukamba</a> assist, to grab maximum points. 
Juju in football:
“Juju” is a term that is sometimes used in football to refer to superstitions or rituals that players believe can bring them good luck or help them perform better on the field.
These practices are often deeply personal and vary from player to player.
In Zimbabwean football, “juju” refers to traditional African beliefs and practices used by players and coaches to gain an advantage over their opponents. This includes the use of traditional medicines or charms and consulting with traditional healers or spiritual leaders for advice. 
While not officially recognized, juju remains a significant part of the country’s football culture. Many players and coaches continue to use juju as a way to gain an edge over their opponents, and its influence can be seen in everything from pre-match rituals to the way players dress and behave on the field.
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PSL Summons Dynamos Team Manager For Disciplinary Hearing

Dynamos players have been blamed for inciting the violence that forced their Premier Soccer League match against Highlanders at Barbourfields Stadium to be abandoned before the fulltime on Sunday.
The high stakes match was disrupted by crowd trouble on two separate occasions in the second half.
The first lengthy stoppage, which lasted for 15 minutes, occurred in the 60th minute when Dynamos striker Bill Antonio’s challenge left Andrew Tandi with a broken leg.
Despite Antonio being shown a straight red card, players and officials from both sides clashed following the tackle.
The second stoppage occurred when Highlanders took the lead in the 93rd minute through Washington Navaya’s header.
Bosso fans stormed the pitch to celebrate the goal while Dynamos players surrounded the referee, protesting his decision to allow the goal.
Dynamos players were arguing that Shadreck Nyahwa and goalkeeper Timon Mvula were fouled during the build-up to the goal.
As the melee unfolded on the pitch, DeMbare fans invaded the pitch, uprooting the goalposts and tearing the nets.
Speaking during ZTN’s coverage of the game, former CAPS United captain David Sengu blamed Dynamos players for causing the chaos. Said Sengu:
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Do we need to be known because of violence whenever these two sides meet?
They were playing entertaining football, but the fans will make the headlines more than the players on the pitch at the end of the day.
The players are to blame for these incidents because they are the ones who are causing the chaos.
The moment you start confronting the referee, the fans get agitated. If it’s not a foul, you should admit it.
If there is no whistle blown, continue to play football.
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Sengu added that both Nyahwa and Dynamos goalkeeper Taimon Mvula were wrong to claim they were injured in the build-up to the Highlanders goal. He said:
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The goalkeeper has the advantage of using his hands. Mvula never tried to catch the ball because he wanted a foul.
Why did Nyahwa remain on the floor (after losing the ball) when the referee didn’t blow his whistle?
When Highlanders scored their goal, he quickly rose and protested to the referee.
I thought he should have stood up, continued playing, and do the confrontation later.
Captain Jaure is the one who should talk to the referee, not any other players, but you can’t complain about every decision made.
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<h4>More: <a href="https://www.soccer24.co.zw/2022/05/15/players-to-blame-for-causing-mayhem-at-bf/">Soccer24</a></h4>

Dynamos Players Blamed For Barbourfields Stadium Violence

A Highlanders fan who was caught on camera holding a hammer inside Barbourfields Stadium two weeks ago has been arrested and fined.
Bongani Ncube from Emakhandeni faced two charges namely threatening behaviour and failing to wear a mask.
A Premier Soccer League (PSL) official told Chronicle that Ncube accepted both charges and was fined ZWL$3 000 in total before being released. Said the official:
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Ncube was fined $2 000 for threatening behaviour and $1 000 for not wearing a face mask in the stadium.
Follow-ups were made with the police after his images went viral and they managed to arrest him on Wednesday.
We urge spectators to desist from acts of hooliganism at the stadia.
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Ncube’s arrest comes after another fan was nabbed for performing sexually explicit acts at the Soweto End.
The unnamed fan also ran onto the pitch and was arrested in Cowdray Park five days after the match.
<h4>More: <a href="https://www.chronicle.co.zw/hammer-wielding-bosso-thug-nabbed/">Chronicle</a></h4>

Highlanders 'Hooligan' Fined $3 000

The government has ruled out the demolition of Bulawayo’s Barbourfields Stadium (BF) even if it fails to meet the standards acceptable to the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) and the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
Speaking during a tour of the stadium on Saturday morning to assess the ongoing renovations, Ministry of Youth, Sport, Arts and Recreation principal director, Benson Dube said BF is of sentimental value to the city and government will not destroy it but rather build another stadium. Said, Dube:
<blockquote>Highlanders’ history is intertwined with that of BF for a better part of its existence hence we are aware of the sentimental value the stadium has not just to the club but football history in the country. We are of the opinion that if our efforts to make the required improvements cannot be done, structurally, then we would have to build a new stadium for Bulawayo.
Remember BF was constructed just over 60 years ago and it would be difficult for us to make it fully meet 2020 specifications. There are sections we can modify, there are some that structurally we cannot alter and if Fifa is not happy then as Government we will construct a new stadium for the city.</blockquote>
The tour held in preparation for the second visit by a Fifa/Caf inspection team scheduled for next month also included Sports and Recreation Commission director of sport, Sebastian Garikai, Bulawayo City Council community services officer, Nkosiyavuma Sivela, Zifa’s First Instance Body officials, Piraishe Mabhena, Xolisani Gwesela and Francis Mabika and officials from the Ministry of Youth, Arts, Sport and Recreation.
<h4>More: <a href="https://www.sundaynews.co.zw/bf-wont-be-demolished-government/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunday News</a></h4>

Barbourfields Stadium Won't Be Demolished

A preliminary inspection of the upgrading of Barboufields Stadium to meet CAF minimum standards has revealed that little progress has been made to date.
The inspection was conducted by a member of the First Instance Body (FIB) Xolisani Gwesela, Sports and Recreation Commission (SRC) Bulawayo coordinator Sam Dzvimbu and Bulawayo City Council officials led by the stadium projects manager Thembinkosi Ncube. Speaking after the inspection, Gwesela said:
<blockquote>This is just a preliminary inspection where we want to see the progress of the work done so far looking at what the city council has done since our last visit.
We will also advise them of what is expected, but early next month a full First Instance Body committee will be here for a final inspection of the venue ahead of the Caf inspection team’s visit.</blockquote>
Currently, Barbourfields Stadium’s dressing rooms are just 35 square metres while according to FIFA, a standard dressing room must be 240 square metres.
Further, the media tribune, a key area in terms of FIFA standards, is yet to be fitted with chairs and desks.
Notable changes have been the installation of power sockets in the media tribune and six speakers in the press conference room as well as a walled plasma television set in one of the three commentary boxes.
<h4>More: <a href="https://www.chronicle.co.zw/barbourfields-stadium-still-far-from-meeting-caf-standards/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Chronicle</a></h4>

Barbourfields Stadium A Long Way Off From Meeting CAF Standards

According to a senior city council official, CAF recommendations to the council require that Bulawayo City Council demonish Barbourfields Stadium especially the VIP section and start to construct it afresh to meet international standards, The Chronicle reports.
According to the publication, the unnamed city official said:
<blockquote>The council has done most of the recommendations that include installation of televisions, fridges, medical equipment, media centre and conference rooms. All that has been spruced up and we also did work on the dressing rooms, but the Caf fellows said they were too small so for the city to meet those expected standards, it literally means demolishing Barbourfields Stadium, especially the VIP end.
You must remember that the stadium was built in the 1930s, but started taking shape around 1956, so for us to compare such a facility with South African stadiums that were built or worked on in preparation for the 2010 Fifa World Cup will be asking for too much given the time and economic considerations. It’s just like trying to convert a Peugot 404 into a Mercedes Benz or something, it’s impossible
So for us as a city to have a totally compliant stadium we really need to demolish it (Barbourfields) or maybe work on White City Stadium, which has some space for structural changes, but that needs financial impetus.</blockquote>
ZIFA will be in Bulawayo to inspect the stadium ahead of the CAF team which is expected to visit the country soon.
More: <a href="https://www.chronicle.co.zw/barbourfields-stadium-must-be-demolished/">The Chronicle </a>

BCC Must Demolish Barbourfields Stadium And Construct It Anew To Meet International Standards - Report

Zimbabwe’s main stadiums, the National Sports Stadium and Barbourfields have once again failed to meet the minimum requirements set by the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
The country has been refurbishing its stadia in a bid to get approval from CAF to use local stadia for international matches, but, sadly, CAF’s inspection that was conducted in March also condemned both stadiums.
The latest development was revealed by the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) in its update on the state of stadiums after CAF’s latest inspection. ZIFA said in a statement:
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Government and Bulawayo City Council have been notified of the recommendations made by CAF inspectors, and the urgent need to attend to issues raised cannot be further emphasised.
If work on recommendations is complete, ZIFA will invite CAF to conduct another inspection between 15 June and 20 July to determine whether or not we can play senior men’s competitions at home.
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ZIFA added that local stadium inspection team, the First Instance Body (FIB) will conduct weekly inspections to ensure that refurbishments at National Sports and Barbourfields Stadiums meet CAF and FIFA expectations. 

Were it not of the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, Zimbabwe could have hosted Algeria for the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers in South Africa after all the stadiums had been condemned.
More: <a href="https://www.newzimbabwe.com/nss-bf-fail-another-caf-inspection/">New Zimbabwe</a>

Zimbabwe Stadia Fail Yet Another CAF Inspection

The <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Bulawayo_City_Council">Bulawayo City Council</a> is working flat out to ensure that <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Barbourfields_Stadium">Barbourfields Stadium</a> is ready for an inspection by FIFA scheduled for Saturday, The Chronicle reports.
This was revealed by BCC’s Director of housing and community services Dictor Khumalo who is confident BCC will meet the deadline:
<blockquote>We are not deterred by communication that <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Football_Association_(ZIFA)">Zifa</a> should name a foreign venue for the Algeria game because ours is to have Barbourfields Stadium meet those requirements even if the match has been moved away.
We understand that the Fifa stadium inspectors’ visit had long been scheduled for the opening two weeks of March, meaning we still have to finish what we started ahead of the March 14 deadline</blockquote>
CAF banned all Zimbabwean stadiums from hosting any international matches under the banner that they don’t conform to standards. BCC and the government are hoping that the FIFA delegation to inspect the NSS and Barbourfields Stadiums will allow international matches to be played on Zimbabwean soils again.
More: <a href="https://www.chronicle.co.zw/bcc-unfazed-chases-bf-saturday-deadline/">The Chronicle </a>

BCC Working Flat Out To Meet FIFA's Saturday Inspection Deadline

A Cabinet Minister has accused <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Bulawayo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bulawayo City Council (BCC)</a> of a lack of seriousness in renovating <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Barbourfields_Stadium" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Barbourfields Stadium</a>, which has been scheduled to host the Zimbabwe, Algeria <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Africa_Cup_of_Nations" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Africa Cup of Nations</a> Group qualifier at the end of March.
During a tour of the facility recently, Deputy Minister of Youth, Arts, Sport and Recreation Tino Machakaire, who was accompanied by the principal director in the Ministry, Benson Dube, said:
<blockquote>I think we need to call the town clerk (Christopher Dube). You (Bulawayo City Council) are not serious guys. We want to meet the deadline. We can’t meet the deadline when you are doing nothing.</blockquote>
The local authority, however, insisted that the renovations were going according to plan and should be completed by March 9.
The renovations follow the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) ban of all Zimbabwean stadiums from hosting international football matches, with the Warriors likely to play their home matches away from home.
<h4>More: <a href="https://www.newzimbabwe.com/govt-worried-over-slow-paced-bf-renovations/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NewZimbabwe.com</a></h4>

Govt Urges BCC To Expedite Barbourfields Stadium Facelift

The central government has joined hands with Bulawayo City Council to refurbish Barbourfields to meet a deadline that was set by the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
CAF said Zimbabwe will only have the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier match against Algeria played in the country if it finishes refurbishing Barbaourfields before or on Tuesday next week.
The Deputy Minister of Youth, Sport, Arts and Recreation, Tinoda Machakaire, said that the central Government has released $13 million to BCC for the refurbishment of Barbourfields. He said:
<blockquote>I’ll be able to give details after Monday because from the meeting we had, we were told that most of the things would be done oy Monday. I’ll be here again to check progress and make sure what has been agreed on is done. I’m happy with the progress made but they were a bit slow. I’m here to push them to be a bit quicker so that we meet the deadline.</blockquote>
The Chronicle reports that the procurement of material needed for the refurbishment Barbourfields was being done this Friday.
CAF banned the use of all stadia in Zimbabwe for international games saying that they did not meet minimum standards.
More: <a href="https://www.chronicle.co.zw/bcc-goes-into-overdrive-to-meet-caf-deadline/">The Chronicle</a>

Govt Joins BCC To Refurbish Barbourfields To Meet CAF Deadline

The <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Bulawayo_City_Council">City of Bulawayo</a> will exempt suburbs surrounding <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Barbourfields_Stadium">Barbourfields Stadium</a> and ZITF grounds from water rationing in the wake of the annual trade fair and the country’s 40th independence celebrations to be held in succession in the city of Kings, The Chronicle reports.
This was confirmed by BCC’s senior public relations officer Mrs Nesisa Mpofu who said:
<blockquote>Water shedding will be suspended in and around these two venues so that visitors are not inconvenienced</blockquote>
However, the city will maintain the 96-hour water ration schedule for all other areas.
More: <a href="https://www.chronicle.co.zw/just-in-suburbs-surrounding-barbourfields-stadium-exempted-from-water-shedding/">The Chronicle</a>

Suburbs Around ZITF And Barbourfields Stadium To Be Exempted From Water Rationing

The state of Zimbabwe’s stadiums has spilt into the <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Premier_Soccer_League">PSL</a> as uncertainty about the start of the 2020 season hangs in the air just before the AGM to be held on Friday, The Chronicle reports.
According to the publication:
<blockquote>Most stadiums might not meet the standards espoused by the First Instance Board (FIB) and the recent ban of <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Barbourfields_Stadium">Barbourfields Stadium</a> from hosting international matches by the Confederation of African Football mirrored the venue crisis that has hit Zimbabwe.
<a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Premier_Soccer_League">Rufaro Stadium</a>, which is home to Dynamos and Harare City, is still undergoing some touch-ups while concerns over the National Sports’ Stadium pitch have been raised.</blockquote>
The 2020 season according to the publication might start on 21 March.
More: <a href="https://www.sundaymail.co.zw/psl-in-a-quandary-ahead-of-agm">The Chronicle</a>

Uncertainty Over The Start Of The 2020 Season Hangs In The Air Ahead Of The PSL AGM - Report

Former Premier Soccer League fixtures-secretary, Beadle Musa Gwasira, has donated 100 bags of cement towards the developments that need to be done at Barbourfields Stadium.
Speaking to The Herald on Sunday, Gwasira said he has also pledged to provide the fridges needed in the dressing rooms for the match officials and doping experts. He said:
<blockquote>This is what has driven me to come up with this initiative hoping that if I can help Bulawayo City Council, as a proud citizen of this country, start working on the repairs needed at <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Barbourfields_Stadium" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Barbourfields</a>, others will also chip in because this is now a national cause.
… We can’t leave everything in the hands of the <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Bulawayo_City_Council" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bulawayo City Council</a>, even though they own the stadium, we have to help them because this is a national cause now and every individual or company who cares about football should come together in this challenging hour.</blockquote>
Meanwhile, the Council of Southern Africa Football Associations (COSAFA), is reportedly lobbying the Confederation of African Football (CAF), to reverse the ban on the use of Zimbabwean stadiums for international matches.
The stadiums were banned as they do not meet the minimum requirements established by CAF, forcing the <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Football_Association_(ZIFA)" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zimbabwe Football Association</a> to look for alternative venues in neighbouring countries.
<h4>More: <a href="https://www.herald.co.zw/ray-of-hope-for-warriors/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Herald</a></h4>

Former PSL Boss Pledges Cement, Fridges For Barbourfields Stadium

<a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Bulawayo_City_Council" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bulawayo City Council (BCC)</a> said it has budgeted for the maintenance of <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Barbourfields_Stadium" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Barbourfields Stadium,</a> and, all things being equal, it will meet the requirements stipulated by the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
BCC senior public relations officer, Nesisa Mpofu said Council will also welcome donations from well-wishers to complement its efforts. Said Mpofu:
<blockquote>The City of Bulawayo budgeted for the maintenance of the stadium to attend to the issues raised by Caf. We anticipate that all things being equal we should be able to sustain the repairs and maintenance of the stadium.
Council will also welcome any funding from its partners to complement its efforts. Some of the issues being attended to include the floodlights maintenance, signage, dressing rooms, spectator seats, mixed zones, media rooms, parking among other aspects.
While Barbourfields was constructed in the 1950s we have been having constant upgrades at the stadium to meet the requirements for hosting regional and international games as well as Caf requirements. We believe that we will have significantly attended to most of the matters raised by the time Caf inspectors visit the stadium again.</blockquote>
Mpofu added that BCC has been having periodic infrastructure maintenance of the stadia since its construction.
<h4>More: <a href="https://www.sundaynews.co.zw/zifa-get-ultimatum-from-caf-bf-re-inspection-or-venue-outside-zim/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunday News</a></h4>

'All Things Being Equal, We Will Attend To The Issues Raised By CAF'

The <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Football_Association_(ZIFA)" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA)</a> has been given a few more days to make up its mind by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) about its plans for the upcoming 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier match against Algeria.
ZIFA has been given until Monday, 2 March 2020, to inform CAF if they wish to have <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Barbourfields_Stadium" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Barbourfields Stadium</a> re-inspected or provide the continental body with a venue outside the country for the match against Algeria. This was revealed by Xolisani Gwesela, the ZIFA communications and competitions manager. He said:
<blockquote>The Caf deadline was 27 February, we asked for extension up to Monday, we will tell them the way forward, that is to re-inspect our facilities or give them an alternative venue.
They (BCC) have demonstrated commitment to fix Barbourfields Stadium, we need to put our heads together to solve this crisis.</blockquote>
<a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Bulawayo_City_Council" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bulawayo City Council</a> senior public relations officer, Nesisa Mpofu said the rehabilitation work of the stadium will include the floodlights maintenance, signage, dressing rooms, spectator seats, mixed zones, media rooms, parking among other aspects.
Meanwhile, reports indicate that ZIFA is already looking for an alternative venue in South Africa, Botswana and Zambia for the match to be played on 29 March.
<h4>More: <a href="https://www.sundaynews.co.zw/zifa-get-ultimatum-from-caf-bf-re-inspection-or-venue-outside-zim/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sunday News</a></h4>

ZIFA Still To Inform CAF About Its Plans On Venue

During Cabinet briefings in Harare this Wednesday, the government announced a number of resolutions passed on a number of issues including the increase of maize producer price, the introduction of a savings fund and the introduction of garrison shops.
Surprisingly, nothing was said on the stadia crisis despite the ban on the use of all local stadiums in the country for international football matches.
The expectation was that following the <a href="https://zero.pindula.co.zw/full-text-zimbabwe-v-algeria-afcon-match-no-longer-played-at-barbourfields-stadium/">CAF ban on the use of the stadiums</a>, the cabinet would discuss the matter and come up with measures to address the crisis.
Most of the stadiums which were being used to host international matches are owned by local government authorities but the issue has grown to be a national one hence the need for the central government to work with local authorities and other stakeholders in solving it.
The central government owns and is supposed to be servicing the neglected National Sports Stadium, while Barbourfields and Rufaro in that order are owned by the Bulawayo City Council and Harare City Council.
Local teams, FC Platinum and Highlanders who are set to participate in the Caf Confederations Cup this year, will also be affected as they will play their matches out of the country.
More: <a href="https://www.newsday.co.zw/2020/02/government-ignores-stadia-crisis/">News Day</a>

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