Africa Genesis Archery (AGA) Zimbabwe has officially announced the squad of archers selected to represent the nation at the upcoming 2026 AGA Africa Tournament, set to take place at the Big Valley Game Lodge in Lobatse, Botswana, from August 12 to 15, 2026.
Top archers from across Southern Africa will go head-to-head in both Bulls-Eye and 3D Animal competition formats. After rigorous national trials and some outstanding seasonal performances, 32 archers across the National Team and Development Team have earned their place to represent Zimbabwe.
Leading the national squad onto the range this year as Team Captains are Nathan Chanakira and Madison Marshall!
2026 AGA ZIMBABWE SQUAD
National Team (2026)
- Nathan Chanakira (Team Captain)
- Madison Marshall (Team Captain)
- Andrew Manning
- Tapiwa Dzvairo
- Roxanne Landsberg
- Lola Nice
- Jean C Tuyisenge
- Simba Chivige
- Jonathan Howard
- Melissa Zambe
- Yagnik Gandalal
- Shaylin Chapaner
- Belinda Mupaya
- Vuso Mlambo
- Kupa Chiura
- Nyasha Mabvurunge
Development Team (2026)
- Chikondi Chilimbe
- Newman Mvenge
- Robin Rottcher
- Xinyan Chen
- Taku Tigere
- Naomi Chitete
- Blaise Fouche
- Amara Chikwanda
- Muku Mashapa
- Keagan Ramphal
- Mufudzi Hogwe
- Thandeka Takawira
- Katie Rottcher
- Tadiwa Maunze
- Nyasha Bunya
- Yuexin Du
Coaching & Management Delegation
- Rob Jackson — AGA Fed Board
- Ray Funani — National Coach
- Julian Mundawarara — Development Coach
- Simon Allott — Manager
- Belinda Howard — Manager
Tour Schedule & Competition Format
The tournament brings together national teams from across Southern Africa (including Botswana, South Africa, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe) for four days of intense competition:
- August 12: Official practice flights and evening welcoming/briefing ceremony.
- August 13–14: Bulls-Eye ranking flights & 3D Animal competition rounds.
- August 15: Knockout finals for top-tier placement, followed by the Official AGA Awards Evening & Dinner.
We extend our warmest congratulations to Captains Nathan and Madison, along with every archer, coach, and manager selected for tour.
Straight arrows, stay focused, and bring home the gold! 🏹🇿🇼
