
Innocent Kurira, Sports Reporter
A crucial chapter in the history of Highlanders is set to unfold this morning, as members gather to discuss proposed amendments to the club’s constitution.
The extra-ordinary meeting, closed to non-members, will determine the future direction of the institution.
Beke Ngoma, a life member of the club, has urged members to attend the meeting in large numbers, emphasising the significance of the proposed amendments.
“My take is this is a very important document because we are a club that has stood the test of time but there are so many dynamics that have happened like Fifa club licensing.
“There is obviously going to be some changes with that coming into play. You look at the fact that if a team does not have a women’s football side you can’t participate in certain tournaments, these are some of the changes that we have seen in football,” said Ngoma.
Ngoma believes members must step up and contribute to shaping the club’s destiny.
“As members, we should craft a good destiny for our club. There are modern trends we should follow while also protecting the institution and not individuals.
“We were all asked to make submissions on the constitutional amendments, hopefully we did justice and submitted and we will not be people who only come to criticise. Of course, it might be difficult with the timing for some to travel but my call is on all members to attend this meeting,” said Ngoma.
Some of the proposed amendments, crafted by a committee chaired by Nicholas Nyathi, seek to redefine the roles of executive committee members, abolish certain titles and clarify the responsibilities of the chief executive officer.
The changes aim to address concerns around the club’s dual power structures, which have led to conflicts and impacted the team’s performance.
Highlanders FC has not won a league championship since 2006, and some members believe that the proposed amendments are a crucial step towards revitalising the club. However, others have expressed concerns about the timing and potential implications of the changes.
The meeting today will provide members with an opportunity to debate and contribute to the proposed amendments.
As the club seeks to navigate the complexities of modern football, the outcome of the meeting will be closely watched by fans and stakeholders alike.
The proposed amendments are expected to bring the club in line with Caf club licensing requirements, which have been a challenge for the club in recent years.