NetOne’s partnership with the President’s Cup 2026 stands as a compelling case study in how sport, business, and national vision can align to produce meaningful societal impact.
In a nation where sport has long been a unifying force, this collaboration elevates golf beyond recreation, positioning it as a strategic tool for development, leadership, and inclusive growth.
Speaking at the official press conference, NetOne Chief Executive Officer, Engineer Raphael Mushanawani, captured the essence of this partnership.
“This tournament is more than golf. It is a demonstration of leadership, vision, and collaboration, a platform where sport, business, and development converge,” Eng Mushanawani said.
His remarks underscore a broader narrative,
one in which corporate Zimbabwe is stepping forward not merely as a sponsor,
but as an active architect of national progress.
The President’s Cup, championed by President Emmerson Mnangagwa, is emblematic of a forward-looking Zimbabwe that leverages sport as a catalyst for unity and excellence.
“It reflects President Cde Dr ED Mnangagwa’s unwavering commitment to building a prosperous, inclusive, and forward-looking Zimbabwe,” according to Eng Mushanawani.
NetOne’s involvement reflects a deep alignment with this vision. By investing in such initiatives, the telecommunications giant is reinforcing the idea that connectivity goes beyond networks but it extends into communities, opportunities, and shared aspirations.
Importantly, the partnership highlights sport’s critical role in youth development. Zimbabwe’s young population stands to benefit immensely from structured sporting platforms that instil discipline, resilience, and ambition. Eng Mushanawani noted that “every stroke in golf mirrors every strategic decision in business and nation-building — precision, discipline, and focus determine success.”
Beyond youth empowerment, the President’s Cup serves as a conduit for social cohesion. In a diverse nation, sport provides a neutral ground where differences dissolve, and collective identity is strengthened. NetOne’s partnership amplifies this effect, demonstrating how corporate leadership can foster unity while advancing business objectives.
Eng Mushanawani said the collaboration redefines NetOne’s corporate identity.
“NetOne is more than a service provider. We are a force for transformation — a company that leads, innovates, and delivers tangible impact. The President’s Cup allows us to showcase this vision, while amplifying the collective pursuit of excellence that President Cde Dr ED Mnangagwa champions,” he said.
NetOne’s partnership with the President’s Cup exemplifies the power of synergy. It is a blueprint for how visionary leadership, strategic investment, and sport can intersect to drive national progress—stroke by stroke, and step by step, toward a more connected, inclusive, and prosperous Zimbabwe.
“As we tee off towards The President’s Cup 2026, let this tournament symbolize collaboration, leadership, and national pride. NetOne stands ready — aligned, committed, and determined — to contribute to a Zimbabwe that is innovative, connected, and thriving,” he added.
