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NATISA, Matobo District — Highlanders FC has lost one of its most loyal and celebrated supporters, Lister Dube, whose life was a living testament to passion for Bosso.
Dube (68), passed away in her sleep on Tuesday morning after a prolonged battle with a spinal condition.
“She said when she dies, Highlanders should be notified. She loved Highlanders and appreciated children a great deal,” said her cousin, Agnes Siziba.
A superfan in every sense, Dube’s love affair with Bosso began in 1972. From her early days in Kusile Flats, Bulawayo, she cheered the Ndlovu brothers — Madinda, Adam, Peter, and Eveline — on with unmatched fervour. Her home in Natisa became a shrine to Highlanders, with a giant Bosso flag fluttering over two painted club logos on her gate wall, a sight that drew admiration from locals and visitors alike.
But Dube’s devotion went far beyond football. She opened her heart and home to 17 children, offering shelter, education, and guidance, raising them as her own. Her generosity and humility earned her respect across the community. “She was a person of humility. She raised many kids, some of them are abroad. She liked Highlanders long back when she was still a young lady before she had kids,” recalled her uncle, Major Moyo.
Her passing has left both the Bosso fraternity and Natisa community in mourning. Highlanders FC took to social media to honour her legacy: “Lister wasn’t just a supporter. Her home was a vibrant tribute to her unwavering love for the club. Her spirit and dedication will forever be part of our story,” the club said.
Dube’s devotion to Bosso wasn’t just about flags and chants. She lived and breathed the club’s highs and lows, attending matches whenever possible, and her stories of past glories inspired younger fans.
Her home was a gathering place, where tales of the Ndlovus’ feats mixed with lessons of discipline, community, and love.
Funeral arrangements are pending the arrival of her daughter, Sikhululekile Msebele, from the United Kingdom. The family has promised a fitting farewell to a woman whose life intertwined football and humanity.
“Her home stood out for miles. Every child, every neighbour, knew where the Highlanders heart in Kezi beat,” said Moyo.
Lister Dube embodied the spirit of a superfan: unwavering loyalty, passion that transcended the pitch, and a life dedicated to others. She leaves behind a legacy of love, both for Bosso and for the countless lives she touched.
In the Bosso family and Natisa community, her memory will forever echo in black and white.
