The National Sports Stadium NSS has received Caf Category 3 approval, allowing international football to return to Zimbabwe after nearly five years.
This is a significant achievement for the government, Zifa, and the Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture ministry, but stakeholders are urged to avoid complacency. Caf has encouraged Zimbabwe to maintain momentum and complete remaining priority works. The article highlights a recurring issue where stadium renovations cease after initial approval, citing examples like Ngezi Platinum Stars’ Baobab Stadium and MWOS’ Ngoni Stadium.
The Category 3 approval for NSS should be seen as a new beginning, not the completion of rehabilitation. Continuous maintenance and timely completion of identified works are crucial to prevent regression, especially after the stadium was banned from hosting international matches in 2021 due to outstanding problems. The return of international football is vital for The Warriors, providing home advantage and contributing to the country's Vision 2030 goals, including qualifying for the 2030 Fifa World Cup.
Zimbabwe must demonstrate it has learned from past mistakes by ensuring standards are maintained consistently, not just during inspections.
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