ZIFA in partnership with FIFA has started distributing football equipment accross the nation ,starting with Mashonaland Central Province. In a statement Mr Kudzai Chitima said they have started with Mashonaland Central Province and this programme is expected to reach every part of the province incluing primary schools. Under the esteemed auspices of FIFA this impactful program has this week embarked on a significant journey through Mashonaland Central Province and is set to reach the vibrant communities of Mazoe, Guruve,Mbire,Muzarabani,Mt.Darwin,Rushinga,Bindura and Shamva where both primary and secondary schools are set to benefit,''he said. The FIFA program is designed to foster mass paticipation in the beautiful game within schools with a particular focus on children aged 4 to 14.Beyond the joy of playing football this intiative serves as a platform for imparting essential life skills such as decision making ,teamwork,and interpersonal communication,''said MR Chitima. ZIFA is proud to highlight the inclusive nature of this initiative as all schools under the National Association of Primary School Heads[NAPH], the National Association of Secondary School Heads[NASH],Association of Trust Schools [ATS], and Zimbabwe Independent Colleges Association [ZICA] are represented in this endeavour. This nationwide effort aims to impact at least 100 schools in each province with a special emphasis on marginalized areas thereby totalling to 1000 schools nationwide.Through this extensive outreach we aspire to cultivate a culture of sportsmanship camaraderie and personal development among Zimbabwe's youth,''he said. ZIFA remains commited to promoting football at all levels and empowering future generations through the universal language of sport we extent our gratitude to FIFA for their unwavering support and partnrship in this noble cause,''said Mr Chitima.