Senior Warriors star bullies Tawanda Chirewa and Maswanhise (stole Maswanhise’s passport)

The Zimbabwe Warriors have long struggled to shake off controversy. From the infamous Asiagate match-fixing scandal to persistent leadership issues, the national team has battled chaos for over a decade. Just as optimism was returning with the inclusion of young talents like Tawanda Chirewa and Tawanda Maswanhise, fresh turmoil has erupted.

Reports now suggest a senior squad member is bullying the two promising stars. This latest scandal has left fans furious and concerned about the squad’s unity. Zimbabweans had hoped for a new era of professionalism, yet internal strife appears to be resurfacing once again.

Senior Warriors Star Bullies Tawanda Chirewa and Maswanhise

Allegations have surfaced claiming a senior Zimbabwe Warriors player has been bullying rising stars Tawanda Chirewa and Tawanda Maswanhise. According to Southern Africa Football News, tensions began after both players earned the coach’s favour. Jealousy, insiders claim, triggered hostility from the senior player, who reportedly leads a faction of disgruntled teammates.

Zimbabweans online have reacted angrily, warning the alleged bully to stop immediately. Social media posts described the two Tawandas as “national assets” supported from “the very top of government.” The situation has escalated as speculation grows over a missing passport incident linked to the same player. Many are now demanding transparency and accountability within the Warriors camp

Maswanhise’s Passport Went Missing

During a flight from Durban to Polokwane, Maswanhise discovered his Zimbabwean passport had vanished. His British passport remained safe, deepening suspicions. The aircraft and tarmac were searched, but nothing surfaced. CCTV footage from Durban’s private terminal revealed no clues.

The incident unsettled the entire squad, exposing lapses in team management. Standard protocol—where passports are held by officials—was ignored. Whispers within the camp suggested foul play involving the same senior player accused of bullying. Traumatized, Maswanhise later applied for a new passport in Pretoria. The ordeal left the young star shaken and trust within the team severely strained.