By McGeorge Mbare
Former Zimbabwean captain and assistant coach Peter Ndlovu is advancing his coaching career by pursuing a CAF A license diploma in Tanzania. Ndlovu, who retired from professional football in 2011, has since ventured into coaching, previously serving as an assistant manager for the Zimbabwe national team, the Warriors.
He later took on the role of team manager at Mamelodi Sundowns in South Africa. Recently, Ndlovu took to social media to announce his latest educational endeavor, stating, “I’m on my way to Tanzania for a CAF A license diploma. Yeah, this is the second module, so hopefully it goes well.”
The CAF A license is crucial for coaches aspiring to lead teams in continental club tournaments, including the prestigious CAF Champions League. With a successful playing career that includes remarkable achievements, Ndlovu is well-equipped for a coaching role. His leadership qualities and extensive experience make it clear that the former Warriors skipper has the potential to excel in this new chapter of his career.
Before his retirement and transition to coaching, Ndlovu played as a striker, showcasing his talent at clubs such as Highlanders, Coventry City, Huddersfield Town, and Sheffield United. He is often celebrated as the first African player to compete in the Premier League since its inception in 1992, alongside a few contemporaries.
As he upgrades his coaching credentials, fans and followers of Zimbabwean football are optimistic about the impact Ndlovu will have on the sport — both as a mentor to aspiring players and as a key figure in the development of football in Zimbabwe. His commitment to enhancing his coaching abilities is a promising sign for the future of local football.