Times Of Swaziland: MANZINI WANDERERS’ WAIT CONTINUES

MANZINI WANDERERS’ WAIT CONTINUES
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Machawe Fakudze on 20/12/2024 09:25:00


MBABANE – It is official; Manzini Wanderers will not kick a ball this year as
the court is yet to respond to their request for a hearing date regarding their
ongoing legal battle.
The Premier League of Eswatini (PLE) has also confirmed that league games are
currently on hold in respect of the national team, Sihlangu, which is in camp
preparing for the back-to-back TotalEnergies African Nations Championships
(CHAN) against Madagascar. An impeccable source close to the maroon and white
giants revealed that the court has not responded to their request for a hearing
date, which is crucial for their return to action following the High Court
ruling on September 27, 2024. The ‘Weslians’ had approached the High Court
registrar seeking a date for their legal dispute with Denver Sundowns and Moneni
Pirates. The club had hoped for a swift resolution, ideally in January, to allow
them to rejoin the league.
Survival
This sentiment was echoed by a Wanderers legal representative, who confirmed:
“We are still waiting for a date from the Chief Justice’s office.”
Wanderers are fighting for their survival after finding themselves in the
relegation zone last season. They lodged a protest against Sundowns’ Skipper,
Jimoh Moses, claiming he played without a valid work permit during their match
at Somhlolo National Stadium, which Sundowns won 4-2. The EFA Disciplinary
Committee (DC) and Appeals Board dismissed their claims. However, High Court
Judge Mumcy Dlamini overturned these decisions.