admincalled new faces as he starts rebuilding a team for the future after he replaced Taurai Mangwiro.
Zimbabwe are set to host Botswana during the first leg on the weekend of April 20-22 before travelling away for the reverse fixture after two weeks.
If Zimbabwe proceed to the next round, they will face Angola in July and winners from this stage will then play either Kenya or Egypt in the last qualifier for the continental finals in Algiers.
Last month, Tapera embarked on a countrywide tour as he recruited players for the age group team.
The former Black Rhinos and Tongogara player held trials in Gweru, Mutare, Bulawayo, Masvingo and Harare.
Tapera has called 25 into camp and team manager Lloyd Chinawa said they have also invited players from the Premiership sides.
“We are hoping to go into camp as from tomorrow (today) and make a further assessment of the players.
Squad
K. Magama, S Majachani, C. Marion, T. Kadewere, T. Muswe, T. Makoni, L. Chakoronga, P. Tembani, T. Jeffrey, M. Ruza, J. Mugazamba, S. Chavingira, Patrick, M. Makamba, N. Masuku, K. Mahachi, C. Ncube, E. Moyo, K. Moyo, R. Madzongwa, L. Hlanga, R. Mabhena, P. Mpakele, N. Sibanda.
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- September 23, 2026
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