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Ray Bande Senior Reporter
FORMER Warriors winger, Kuda Mahachi, says his recent move to Manica Diamonds is a personal quest for peace of mind more than anything else.
Mahachi had been heavily linked to different clubs, including Dynamos and Yadah Stars.
His career suffered a huge blow due to allegations of child abuse of his four-year old son, Diego.
However, the 30-year-old star was acquitted in November last year.
His contract with SuperSport United was not renewed because of the child abuse allegations.
“I lost everything I worked for. All my savings were depleted in my quest for justice. Yes, I have been exonerated, but the nightmare I have gone through can never be erased.
“My mother’s grave was destroyed, my house was broken into and robbed of everything.
“I can only pray that someone out there is willing to take a chance of me, so that I can go back to playing the sport I love,” said Mahachi soon after his acquittal.
On Sunday, the former Orlando Pirates man told Zimpapers Sport that the decision to join Manica Diamonds was an easy one, given his deep seated desire to move out of Bulawayo.
“I am happy to be here. I know this move to join Manica Diamonds is my search for peace of mind.
“I desperately wanted to get out of Bulawayo and I am happy I have managed to do just that. I am looking forward to an exciting season in Mutare.
“I just need peace of mind more than anything else. This move is not really about the money, but I feel I will get that peace of mind while playing football here in Mutare,” he said.
He added:
“I have a lot of respect for that man (Jairos Tapera). He has been a mentor to me since I was in the junior national teams, Under-17s and 20s.
“He helped shape my career big time and naturally I am happy to reunite with him.
“Manica Diamonds ended the season on second position in the Premier Soccer League last season.
“Therefore, I feel I have made the right decision to join a team that has ambitions for bigger achievements.
“I will certainly play my part in helping the club accomplish those achievements.”
Mathew Masinge
Online Reporter