Former Zimbabwe international Alois Bunjira has endorsed South African manager Pitso Mosimane as the top foreign candidate to lead the national team following Michael Nees' dismissal on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025. Bunjira suggested Norman Mapeza as his preferred domestic option after the German coach won just two of 16 matches. The Zimbabwe Football Association fired Nees ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations tournament in Morocco this December.
Mosimane won the African Champions League with Mamelodi Sundowns in 2016 and repeated the achievement twice with Egyptian club Al Ahly in 2020 and 2021. His continental success and tactical expertise make him attractive for national teams seeking proven results. Bunjira praised Mosimane's qualifications and familiarity with Zimbabwean players in his Facebook post.
ZIFA President Nqobile Magwizi announced friendly matches against Qatar and Algeria scheduled for November to prepare for the continental competition. The team needs a new manager before the international window opens from Nov. 10 through Nov. 18. Zimbabwe faces limited preparation time regardless of whether officials select Mapeza or pursue Mosimane.
Mosimane won the African Champions League with Mamelodi Sundowns in 2016 and repeated the achievement twice with Egyptian club Al Ahly in 2020 and 2021. His continental success and tactical expertise make him attractive for national teams seeking proven results. Bunjira praised Mosimane's qualifications and familiarity with Zimbabwean players in his Facebook post.
ZIFA President Nqobile Magwizi announced friendly matches against Qatar and Algeria scheduled for November to prepare for the continental competition. The team needs a new manager before the international window opens from Nov. 10 through Nov. 18. Zimbabwe faces limited preparation time regardless of whether officials select Mapeza or pursue Mosimane.
