Online Reporter
Nqobile Bhebhe, [email protected]
ZIMBABWE Football Association (Zifa) has applied for a broadcasting service licence from the Broadcasting Authority of Zimbabwe (BAZ), in a move that could significantly enhance the association’s digital reach and engagement with football fans.
The football governing body is seeking a webcasting licence, with its proposed operations to be based at Tendeseka Office Park in Harare.
“Take notice that the Applicant has applied for a Broadcasting Service Licence in terms of Section 10 of the Broadcasting Services Act [Chapter 12:06],” reads part of a public notice issued by BAZ.
The authority said full details of the application have been submitted and are available for public inspection, in line with regulatory requirements.
BAZ also invited members of the public to submit their views on the application within the stipulated timeframe.
“Any person who wishes to comment on the application may, within fourteen days of the date of publication of this notice, contact the Broadcasting Authority of Zimbabwe, 27 Boscobel West Drive, Highlands, Harare,” said the authority.
A webcasting licence would enable Zifa to stream live or pre-recorded content over the internet, offering a more interactive platform compared to traditional broadcasting channels.
Webcasting allows real-time engagement between content producers and audiences, while also enabling organisations to reach a global viewership beyond geographical limitations typically associated with conventional broadcasting.
If approved, the licence is expected to strengthen Zifa’s communication and content distribution strategy, particularly in delivering football-related programming to supporters locally and abroad.
