FC Hunters Marondera formally clarified its franchise and ownership status following widespread speculation about a possible takeover by businessman Scott Sakupwanya.
In official correspondence to the Premier Soccer League dated 28 January 2026, the club stated that FC Hunters is wholly owned and remains under the full control of FC Hunters Marondera (Private) Limited.
The club explained that it recently underwent a capital restructuring process authorised by Board Resolution Number 1 of 12 December 2025, in line with the Companies and Other Business Entities Act. The restructuring resulted in changes to the shareholding and capital structure of the company but did not amount to a sale or transfer of the club’s franchise.
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According to the new shareholding structure lodged with the Registrar of Companies, Pritchard Sibanda holds 50 percent, Cuthbert Chitima 40 percent and Andrew Gore 10 percent. The club emphasised that these shares were allotted from existing issued shares and were meant to enhance governance, financial stability and sustainability.
FC Hunters further clarified that its sporting identity, including its name, logo, colours and home venue, has not changed and remains as contained in the Club Constitution. The club also confirmed that the restructuring does not create any conflict with existing league, licensing or competition requirements.
In its submission, the club made no reference to Scott Sakupwanya purchasing or acquiring the FC Hunters franchise. It stated that all corporate changes were conducted through internal board resolutions and properly reported to the Premier Soccer League and relevant authorities.
The club said that any changes made were aimed at professionalisation, modernisation and competitiveness as a member of the Premier Soccer League, particularly after promotion, and included the appointment of a new executive leadership team.
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