Published: 5 hours ago

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has issued an apology following an incident involving Warriors striker Tinotenda Kadewere and journalist Yvonne Mangunda during the national team's open training session at Orlando Stadium.

In a statement, ZIFA said it "deeply regretted" the altercation and reiterated its zero-tolerance stance towards the abuse of media professionals.

"ZIFA strongly condemns any form of abuse towards the media. Journalists are a vital part of the game, and we are committed to ensuring they carry out their duties without fear or intimidation," the association said.

Kadewere has since personally apologised to Mangunda, with both parties said to have reached an amicable understanding. ZIFA confirmed that the matter is being addressed through internal disciplinary processes involving both team management and the association.

"We take full responsibility for upholding the highest standards of conduct within our teams and reaffirm our commitment to respectful engagement with all stakeholders," the statement added.

The Warriors remain in camp as they prepare for their upcoming fixtures, with ZIFA emphasising that it wants attention focused on the team's preparations rather than off-field disputes.
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