Caps United’s proposed renovation of Gwanzura Stadium has run into difficulties due to the absence of a formally signed lease agreement with the Harare City Council.
Although the club has indicated its readiness to begin refurbishing the historic venue, progress has been halted as the necessary legal documentation has not yet been finalised.
“The lease agreement is still unsigned. It’s difficult to move forward without proper legal backing. At the moment, all we have is an offer letter,” a source close to the matter revealed.
Harare City Council had previously approved a 25-year lease that would grant Caps United control over Gwanzura Stadium, paving the way for extensive upgrades and a return to the club’s traditional home in Highfield.
Club president Farai Jere has also pledged strong financial backing ahead of the 2026 season, with an emphasis on better player welfare and sustained technical development.
The delay once again underscores the broader struggles facing Zimbabwean football infrastructure. Once regarded as one of the country’s top venues, Gwanzura Stadium has suffered years of neglect and currently does not meet the standards required for top-flight football.
