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Gerald Takwara

b. 1994

Zimbabwean footballer

Association football player
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About Gerald Takwara

Born 1994. Gerald Takwara is a Zimbabwean association football player.

John Gerald Tungamirai Takwara (born 29 October 1994) is a Zimbabwean professional footballer who plays as a centre back for Iraq Stars League club Al-Minaa and the Zimbabwe national team.

Club career Takwara began his career in his native Zimbabwe with Tsholotsho Pirates and F.C. Platinum, before moving to South Africa with Ajax Cape Town. He returned to Zimbabwe with Ngezi Platinum, before joining Venda in South Africa on 22 July 2021.

On 19 July 2022, Takwara joined the Saudi Arabian club Ohod.

On 13 August 2024, Takwara signed a contract with Iraq Stars League club Al-Minaa. His contract expired on 30 June 2025 and was not renewed with the club.

International career Takwara made his international debut with the Zimbabwe national team in a 0–0 2016 African Nations Championship tie with Comoros on 4 July 2015. He was part of the Zimbabwe squad the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations.

On 11 December 2025, Takwara was called up to the Zimbabwe squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Honours F.C. Platinum Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League: 2017

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Important facts

Born
29 October 1994, Harare
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Association football player
Nationality
Zimbabwe
Also known as
John Gerald Tungamirai Takwara

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Gerald Takwara?

Zimbabwean footballer

When was Gerald Takwara born?

Gerald Takwara was born on 29 October 1994 in Harare.

What is Gerald Takwara's occupation?

Gerald Takwara is an association football player.

What nationality is Gerald Takwara?

Gerald Takwara is Zimbabwean.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gerald Takwara

· Wikidata: Q110307812

· DBpedia: Gerald Takwara

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