Highlanders vs Chicken Inn Match Postponed, Clubs To Wear Black Armbands In Honour Of Bosso Trio

The Premier Soccer League (PSL) has requested all Castle Lager PSL clubs to observe a moment of silence at all Matchday 25 fixtures and to wear black armbands in honour of three Highlanders Football Club officials who died in a road accident on Thursday night.

Highlanders chairman Kenneth Mhlophe, who was also the PSL vice-chairman, the club’s vice-chairman Fiso Siziba and treasurer Nkani Khoza died when their Ford Raptor hit a cow at around 8 pm in Lochard, about 50km outside Bulawayo along the Harare highway, before colliding with a bus travelling in the opposite direction.

The officials were returning from Kariba, where Highlanders had lost 1-0 to ZPC Kariba on Wednesday.

In a statement on Friday, the PSL also announced that the weekend fixture between Highlanders and Chicken Inn scheduled for Sunday, 26 July 2026, has been postponed.

“We call upon all clubs and football stakeholders to officially observe a moment of silence in respect and honour of their legacy before the commencement of all Matchday 25 fixtures,” reads the statement.

“All clubs are requested to participate in this tribute by wearing black armbands during the weekend matches.”

Earlier, the PSL had issued a statement expressing condolences following the death of the three officials.

“The Premier Soccer League Board of Governors and Secretariat are deeply saddened by the untimely passing of PSL Vice Chairman, Rtd. Colonel Kenneth Mhlophe, who was also the Chairman for Highlanders FC, Highlanders FC Vice Chairman, Sifiso Siziba and Treasurer, Nkani Khoza,” reads the statement.

“The League has lost dedicated football administrators whose leadership, commitment and service made a significant contribution to the development of the game. Their passion for football and dedication to the growth of both Highlanders FC and Zimbabwean football will be greatly missed.

“Rtd. Colonel Mhlophe served the League with distinction as Vice Chairman and showed an unwavering commitment to the advancement of the domestic game.

“The Premier Soccer League extends its deepest condolences to the families, friends and colleagues of all the departed souls in this unfortunate accident and the entire football fraternity.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected by this tragic loss. May their souls rest in eternal peace.”