Former Manchester City and Warriors striker Benjani Mwaruwari made a surprise appearance at Zimfest Live 2025, where he was spotted engaging warmly with fans including renowned journalist Lance Guma.

In a heartfelt post, Guma recalled supporting Portsmouth during Benjani’s Premier League days and praised the ex-striker’s humility.

“He has played for top clubs like Auxerre, Portsmouth, Man City, and Sunderland, but when you meet him, the humility is overwhelming.”

Benjani’s memorable derby goal against Manchester United and brief stint as Ngezi Platinum Stars head coach also earned a mention, with Guma expressing hope that the football legend will soon get another shot in coaching.

Zimfest continues to be a cultural melting pot, drawing in icons from sports, music, and media proving that legends like Benjani still have the power to inspire.