Zim GBC News | Sports Correspondent
BULAWAYO – Highlanders benefactor Wicknell Chivayo has refuted claims that he holds decisive power over the future of head coach Benjani Mwaruwari, stating that the coach’s fate at the club rests solely on performance.
Chivayo labeled suggestions that he controls Mwaruwari’s position as “factually malicious” and clarified that his role was limited to a recommendation based on a desire for local leadership at the Bulawayo giants.
“If he fails to deliver, the club can change him—it’s entirely their decision,” Chivayo stated.
“We only suggested because we wanted local content.”
The businessman revealed that Mwaruwari approached him after obtaining coaching qualifications, seeking an opportunity to work in Zimbabwe.
“Benjie came to my house saying he now had coaching qualifications and wanted to work at home. I told him to try Highlanders since he’s a local boy too.”
While making the recommendation, Chivayo acknowledged that Highlanders were already in discussions with a South African coach.
“We suggested him, but Highlanders told me they had already spoken to a South African coach. I said it’s fine as long as they handle his package… I wouldn’t be involved.”
Terms of Appointment
Sources close to the negotiations confirm that Benjani Mwaruwari’s appointment came with a comprehensive support package. The former Warriors captain is reported to be on a monthly salary of US$3,500, supplemented by a Toyota Hilux GD-6 double-cab vehicle provided by Chivayo to facilitate his duties.
Chivayo’s latest comments aim to dispel growing public perception about the extent of his influence over Highlanders’ technical and administrative decisions.
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