Corruption Scandal Rocks Highlanders FC Amid Acting CEO Resignation

The departing executive’s scathing resignation letter has lifted the lid on alleged financial misconduct, player contract irregularities, and toxic power struggles that threaten to tear apart Zimbabwe’s historic football institution.

Highlanders FC Acting CEO’s Resignation

Ndlovu’s abrupt departure last week was far from routine. His detailed exit letter accused Finance Executive Nkani Khoza of creating a hostile work environment and deliberately obstructing club operations. However, rather than generating sympathy, the revelations have ignited fury among the Bosso faithful, with many supporters suspecting the resignation serves as a smokescreen for deeper malfeasance.

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“This isn’t leadership – it’s looting disguised as football management,” declared Mandla Tshuma, spokesperson for the Cowdray Park supporters’ chapter. “Why speak up only when cornered? We demand full transparency.”

Corruption Scandal Rocks Highlanders FC

Documents circulating among club officials and fan groups suggest troubling patterns of questionable player acquisition deals with inflated signing fees, discrepancies in player compensation favoring certain athletes, kickback schemes involving club executives and conflicts of interest in medical treatment referrals.

Insiders describe an environment where well-connected individuals allegedly profit while the club’s performance and finances suffer.

“The beautiful game has become an ugly business venture for a select few,” lamented one anonymous staff member.

Financial Freefall and Leadership Chaos

The scandal emerges as Highlanders endure both sporting and administrative crises. There have been reports of disastrous on-field performances during the current season, as well as multiple CEO departures in quick succession.

Auditors are refusing to certify financial statements, and growing distrust is emerging between management and its supporters.

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Fans Demand Immediate Action

With confidence in club leadership evaporating, supporters are mounting pressure for a full forensic audit of all club transactions. They are calling for an extensive investigation by the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) into the club’s finances.

Fans are also demanding the immediate suspension of implicated officials, as well as a complete restructuring of financial controls.