Nqobile Magwizi Biography | Age | Education | Experience as a Sports Administrator
This is the biography of Nqobile Magwizi a prominent Zimbabwean businessman and football administrator with extensive business interests across Zimbabwe and Southern Africa.
Age
Nqobile Magwizi was born on January 22, 1979.
Education
Magwizi has an impressive academic background, holding multiple qualifications in finance, marketing, and property development from esteemed institutions:
- MPhil in Development Finance – University of Stellenbosch
- MSc in International Banking and Finance (Merit) – University of Salford, UK
- Certificate in Property Development and Investment – University of Cape Town
- Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing Management – University of South Africa
- Certificate in Chartered Accountancy – ACCA
- Certificate in Financial Inclusion & Sustainable Growth – Laval University, Canada
- GCE A-Levels – Cambridge University (Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry)
- GCE O-Levels – Cambridge University (11 passes)
Sports Administration
Sports and Recreation Commission (SRC)
- Board Committee Member (2022–Present)
Magwizi contributes to shaping national sports policies and oversees strategic marketing and commercial initiatives.
Sponsorships and Financial Contributions
Highlanders FC Sponsorship (2016–2019, 2021–2024)
- Played a key role in securing a USD 5 million sponsorship deal through Sakunda Holdings, strengthening the club’s financial stability and grassroots programs.
- Managed a sponsorship of 40,000 litres of fuel per month (2016–2019).
- European Tour with Highlanders FC: Organized visits to academies and clubs such as Barcelona, Manchester United, Liverpool, PSG, and Belgian academies, promoting global exposure for Zimbabwean football.
Dynamos FC Sponsorship (2016–2019, 2021–2024)
- Negotiated and implemented a USD 5 million sponsorship deal for Dynamos FC, boosting its operational and developmental activities.
Grassroots Football and Youth Development
- Co-Organiser of the Hellenic Junior Football Tournament (2014–Present)
- Patron and Sponsor of Christ Kingdom Rumhuma Football Club (2023–Present), supporting youth football in Gokwe’s Ward 32.
Club and Stadium Development
- Board Member of Banket Football Club (2017–Present), focusing on governance and resource mobilization.
- Project Manager for the installation of bucket seats at the National Sports Stadium.
- Led planning for the Rufaro Stadium Refurbishment Project
