Online Reporter
BULAWAYO football giants, Highlanders, are today set to host the corporarate launch of their centenary celebrations at at ZITF in Bulawayo.
Established in 1926 Bosso is turning 100 next year.
Attending the event are Bosso chairman Kenneth Mhlophe, his vice Fiso Siza, Bulawayo Deputy Mayor Edwin Ndlovu among several delegates.
Zimpapers Sports Hub senior reporter, Fungai Muderere is attending the launch and will be giving us live updates.
From 1926 in the dusty streets of Makokoba
HIGHLANDERS, have won seven league title after naturing lengeds that include the Ndlovu brothers, Madinda, Peter, and the late Adam and Mercedes “Rambo” Simba among others.
It has been revealed, by board member Elkanah Dube on behalf of board chairman Luke Mkandla, that there will be soon a centenary launch of Bosso kit.
He said there is need to capitalise on the Bosso heritage.
There was also talk of a Bosso musuem so that the future generations get an appreciation as we celebrate that.
Highlanders targets legacy projects as centenary celebrations begin
Highlanders Football Club is marking 100 years of existence with an ambitious legacy drive that places community, culture and long-term development at the centre of its celebrations.
Ahead of the public launch set for December 22, the Bulawayo giants are courting strategic partners to support a range of infrastructure and heritage projects designed to cement the club’s footprint beyond the pitch.
The initiatives form part of a broader vision to build a sustainable future for the institution while honouring generations of players, supporters and administrators who shaped its identity.
Key projects lined up include the establishment of a Highlanders museum chronicling the club’s history and its icons, the publication of a commemorative Century Magazine, and the hosting of the Umcimbi weBosso musical event as well as a Marathon to push health and wellness in the community, expected to become a flagship sporting and cultural event.
The club also plans to develop an amusement park to enhance family-friendly offerings as well as invest in female-friendly stadia facilities to promote inclusivity and improve the match-day experience for women.
Club officials said the centenary milestone presents an opportunity to give back to Bulawayo through projects that uplift the city while strengthening Highlanders’ community roots.
“We are not here for charity; we are here to invest back into the city through activities that promote culture, pride and football,” said Possenti Sikhosana.
Running under the theme “Beyond Football: Inspiring Generations, celebrating a passion driven century rooted in pride, culture and football. ”
The centenary programme seeks to celebrate Highlanders’ heritage while positioning the club for the next century as both a sporting institution and a cultural symbol for the region.
“You cannot talk about Bulawayo without mentioning Highlanders”
Bulawayo Deputy Mayor Councillor Edwin Ndlovu, who is representing the city’s Mayor, Councillor David Coltart has emphasized the significance of Highlanders in the city,
“You cannot talk about Bulawayo without mentioning Highlanders. We will continue to support this great team.”
