SAKUNDA Holdings yesterday delivered bucket seats, which will be installed at the National Sports Stadium.
Sports deputy minister Emily Jesaya received the first consignment of the first batch of the bucket seats on behalf of government.
She thanked Sakunda Holdings proprietor Kudakwashe Tagwirei for taking a leading role towards the sprucing up of the National Sports Stadium as stakeholders converge to ensure that the iconic ground gets the much-needed homologation by meeting Caf and Fifa standards.
“This is a significant step forward in our journey to revatalise our national sports facilities and enhance the experience of both athletes and fans alike,” Jesaya said.
“I understand the frustration and disappointment felt by our athletes, coaches and supporters alike. We know how vital it is for our teams to compete at international stages on home soil, to showcase the incredible talent we have, and to demonstrate the passion and resilience of the Zimbabwean spirit.
“Today (yesterday), as we welcome these bucket seats, we are not just receiving furniture. We are embracing a renewed commitment to meet the standards required for our stadium. This is a signal that we are serious about improving our facilities, not just for the benefit of our sports teams, but for every Zimbabwean who loves and supports our national sports.”
Jesaya called on corporates and individuals to come on board and partner the government in its quest to get the stadium to completion.
“As we gather here, let us remember that this is just the beginning,” she added.
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“There is much work ahead of us, and together, we will ensure that our athletes have the facilities they need to showcase their talents at international stage.”
Sports permanent secretary Nicholas Moyo said the stadium would be able to host international matches next year.
Nqobile Magwizi, the project manager for the company contracted to install the bucket seats of behalf of Sakunda Holdings, said: “We are transaction advisors, we also advised on procurement and we have been working closely on the project to ensure that we bring the National Sports Stadium deck to where it should be, where we can play our matches and witness Zimbabweans gather and enjoying the national teams winning.”
