Praynance Zvawanda, a forward for Herentals Queens and Zimbabwe’s Mighty Warriors, recently married fellow footballer Tanaka Dhlakama of Africa Mineral Ventures. The couple held their traditional Roora ceremony in June 2026, celebrating their union with Zimbabwean customs. The event drew attention across Southern African football circles, with fans and sports pages sharing photos of the couple in traditional and modern attire, marking a high-profile moment for women’s football in Zimbabwe.
Key points: Praynance Zvawanda & Tanaka Dhlakama’s Roora
- The couple:
- Praynance Zvawanda – Zimbabwean footballer, forward for Herentals Queens & Mighty Warriors
- Tanaka Dhlakama – Former Herentals player, now with Africa Mineral Ventures
- The event: Traditional Zimbabwean Roora ceremony held June 10-11, 2026
- Relationship: Together for over 3 years before marrying
- Attire:
- Praynance wore brown traditional shirt with cream trim
- Tanaka wore a metallic bronze corset dress for the ceremony, then a rose-gold sequined mermaid gown for reception
- Tanaka carried a “Mrs D” feather fan
- Venue: Indoor + outdoor tent setup with banner “Welcome TO OUR ROORA Praynance & Tanaka”
- Public reaction: Widespread “Makorokoto” congratulations from Zimbabwe football fans; posts shared by Yvonne Tendai Mangunda, Southern Africa Football News, and other sports pages
- Significance: High-profile union of two Zimbabwean footballers, celebrated for embracing cultural traditions
