Patience Muchemwa - Senior Reporter
At just 18 years old, Adam Mukwasi has already shown the discipline, determination, and focus that define a true athlete. Born and raised in Mbare, Adam began his football journey at the tender age of eight with BM Athletes, a grassroots club known for nurturing young talent.
By 16, his growing skills and commitment earned him a move to Real Stars FC, one of Mbare’s most promising development teams.
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For Adam, football is more than just a sport — it’s a way of life and a powerful shield against the temptations that destroy many young dreams. “Getting busy every day and every time keeps our minds away from drug and substance abuse,” he says.
His words echo the reality facing many young people in communities like Mbare, where substance abuse has become a major social problem affecting countless families and cutting short the potential of talented youth.
Adam credits his father, Adomsi Mukwasi Makosi, not only for introducing him to football but also for shaping his mindset. “My father inspired me because he used to take me to watch every match played at Rufaro Stadium,” Adam recalls. That fatherly support, coupled with his parents’ unwavering encouragement, has been the backbone of his journey.
Adomsi Mukwasi Makosi, who also serves as the President of the Zimbabwe Soccer Supporters Association, is immensely proud of his son’s focus. “Sport is one of the strongest tools we have to keep our youths away from drugs and crime,” he explains. “Seeing Adam use football to inspire others gives me hope for a better generation.”
As Zimbabwe continues to battle rising cases of drug and substance abuse among youth, Adam’s story stands out as a message of hope. His dream to play for a European club is not only about personal success — it’s a symbol of what disciplined living and positive choices can achieve when young people choose the field over the streets.
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