Sithembinkosi L. Jiyane
Sports Reporter
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\u200eThe Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has launched a Commission of Inquiry to investigate Sheasham FC\u2019s withdrawal from the Central Region Division One League, following allegations of officiating and administrative irregularities.
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\u200eIn a statement, ZIFA said the decision was made after resolutions passed at an Executive Committee meeting on October 9 and recommendations from the association\u2019s Legal and Player Status Committee, which met the previous day.
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\u200e\u201cThe ongoing inquiry seeks to establish the truth and uphold fairness and integrity within the country\u2019s football system. Our goal is to get to the bottom of the matter and ensure that all football structures operate with fairness and integrity,\u201d ZIFA said.
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\u200eThe association emphasized its commitment to good governance and transparency across all leagues.
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\u200e\u201cWe remain committed to fostering transparency and accountability across every league under our administration,\u201d ZIFA added.
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\u200eThe Commission, established under Article 55 of the ZIFA Statutes, is chaired by legal and governance expert Mr. Ringsai Kudzanai Hillario Mapondera. Other members include Mr. Jabulani Mpofu, Athletic Director at Lupane State University; Ms. Morelet S. Mathema, Vice President for Technical and Development at the Zimbabwe Volleyball Association; and Mr. Andrew Pamire, a former referee.
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\u200eThe four-member panel has been tasked with investigating the reasons behind Sheasham FC\u2019s withdrawal, determining whether the club followed proper procedures, and assessing how the Central Region Soccer League responded to its grievances. The panel is expected to submit its findings and recommendations to the ZIFA Executive Committee within seven working days.
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\u200eFollowing the announcement of the inquiry, Sheasham FC temporarily suspended its withdrawal, allowing both the men\u2019s and women\u2019s teams, Maningi Queens, to remain in their respective leagues while the investigation is ongoing. The teams eventually returned to competition after consultations with ZIFA.
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\u200eZIFA stressed that the inquiry forms part of its broader efforts to strengthen governance in football administration.
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\u200e \u201cWe want to restore trust in the system. All stakeholders are encouraged to cooperate fully with the inquiry to ensure a transparent and constructive process,\u201d the association said.
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\u200eThe case highlights ZIFA\u2019s commitment to maintaining accountability and fairness in Zimbabwean football, ensuring that league operations are conducted according to established rules and standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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