By Tendai Chisiri
HARARE – Dynamos FC has suspended head coach Genesis Mangombe with immediate effect pending investigations into multiple allegations of misconduct, the club confirmed in a letter on 23 June 2026
In a “Notice of Suspension Pending Finalisation of Investigations” addressed to Mangombe, the Glamour Boys’ Board of Directors said the suspension would allow “further investigations into the plethora of allegations raised” without interference.
Allegations against Mangombe
According to the letter signed by Dynamos FC CEO, the club cited 7 areas of concern:
- Insubordination: Alleged to have challenged Executive Committee members during a post-training technical meeting at Glamis Arena on 18 June 2026, and showed “disregard” for directives.
- Forcing beliefs on players: Accused of instructing players to use or bathe in juju before games, contrary to club policy and individual player contracts.
- Withholding playing kits: Allegedly kept players’ kits including that of midfielder Idrissou Mfolar and only released them before matchday.
- Match-fixing/Game manipulation: Accused of involvement in manipulation of results, with specific matches mentioned:
- Dynamos 0-5Scotland FC, Castle Challenge Cup, 1 March 2021
- Dynamos 0-1 Highlanders, Charity Shield
- Dynamos 2-2 Hunters
- Caps Utd 2-1 Dynamos
- Violating Premier Soccer League rules: Allegedly failed to instruct players to go for warm-up before the PSL match vs Highlanders on 21 June 2026 at Barbourfields Stadium.
- Failure to submit reports: Only 3 post-match reports submitted out of 20 games played since becoming head coach.
- Bringing the sport into disrepute: Actions related to match-fixing, juju use, and misconduct allegedly damage Dynamos FC’s brand and football generally.
Suspension conditions
During the investigation, Mangombe is:
- Relieved of all coaching duties and responsibilities
- Barred from Dynamos FC training, matches, and official club events
- Required to cooperate with investigators and not interfere with players or officials
- Prohibited from giving media interviews or public statements on the matter
The club said Mangombe will continue receiving his full salary and benefits until the employment contract is lawfully terminated. Dynamos FC said investigations will be “impartial, transparent and unbiased”.
The letter was signed by V. Chawonda (Chairman), D. Sena (Secretary General), and D. Buite (CEO).
Context
Mangombe was appointed Dynamos head coach recently and has been under scrutiny over the team’s inconsistent results this season. This is the latest in a series of coaching changes at the Harare giants.
Dynamos FC did not give a timeline for completion of investigations. The club also stated that “more specific charges may be subsequently preferred” depending on findings.
News Sport Online 